I haven't blogged since March and now it is August and we have a restaurant that is close to being open. There are a lot of hoops to jump through as far as inspections and licensing etc. It can be a daunting experience but if you just plug along eventually it all gets done.
We secured our liquor license which is an involved process requiring a lengthy application then a public notification for 3 consecutive weeks in which people who live in the area can have input. After this then it goes before the liquor board who decide your fate. I have to say that the liquor inspectors are very helpful and generous with their time. They made the application process a breeze and we had no objections from the public so the license was granted. Whew!
Staffing is always an issue in the restaurant business particularly in the kitchen. Cooking is one of those jobs that you have got to love to do it because the hours can be harsh being in the service industry you work when everyone else is off. It is also stressful and it is hard for restaurants to pay above average wages given the tight margins of the business. Having said that we are striving to provide better than average wages so we can attract the best people.
We plan on moving our kitchen equipment in this month and we are looking forward to unpacking all of the dishes etc that we bought.
As for an opening date we do not have one nailed down just yet but we believe we will be open by Halloween.
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