You might not be ready for it but, the calendar says it's the fall season already. Here's what we're up to and some of these ideas might help you too.
* Start marketing for the upcoming banquet and holiday season. Really, it's never too early to let people know about your banquet spaces for their office parties, family gatherings, reunions, anniversary parties, birthdays and weddings. Make flyers to post in your restaurant, add a message to your credit card receipts, create your own business cards with a discount if booked by a certain date. We love these business cards that are scored for easy tearing and we buy in bulk so we always have them on hand and use them
for loads of different marketing. Give them to your staff too. Get your reservation book filled now!
* Notify the areas hotels and motels of your upcoming specials and offer something to the manager if they help send business your way. A free appetizer or dinner with each party booked is a nice incentive to get some help!
* Set up some business networking events. These are great ways for business people to get the word out to others about what they offer and meet new people. Create a buzz and let this be a fun bar event for your and your business.
* Continue to offer outdoor dining as long as possible so customers can take advantage of the sunny days left.
* Book your bands and live entertainment for the upcoming holiday season now. New Year's Eve won't be far from now and the sooner you let your guests know what your plans are the better for you and them!
* Stock up on wine and liquor when you see the sale prices! Save money now and always have your best sellers on hand.
* Make sure all your staff has the RAMP training and your Chef has his/her Food safety certification up to date.
* Keep your restaurant clean and up to date on all health inspection requirements.
Good luck in your business and let us know what you're working on now in the comments below. We love hearing from you and thank you for reading.
Cheers!
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