62: Coaching Session: How to Prepare for a Restaurant Opening

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This is how you prepare for a restaurant opening.
Rocco De Grazia, the passionate owner of Rocco's Little Chicago Pizzeria, brings his Chicago roots to Tucson as he shares his exciting plans to expand and relocate his beloved pizzeria after 26 years of success. Listen as Rocco opens up about his journey from a pizza-rich neighborhood in Chicago to becoming a local legend in Tucson. Discover how his unique culinary vision and lifelong experience in the restaurant industry are setting the stage for a thriving new chapter.
Chapters:
00:00:07 - Rocco's Pizzeria Expansion

00:11:15 - Preparing for Restaurant Opening Day

00:26:48 - Staffing Plan for Restaurant Expansion

00:32:27 - Planning Restaurant Opening and Training

00:42:52 - Restaurant Expansion Strategy

We promise you'll gain insights into the meticulous process of planning a restaurant's grand opening. From crafting a clear vision to navigating challenges with a backward planning approach, we break down the essential strategies that ensure success. Rocco’s hands-on leadership style comes to light as he prepares his team for the big day, focusing on comprehensive training and seamless operations across all facets of the restaurant. Get ready to learn the key role that effective management and server training play in creating an unforgettable dining experience.
Explore the strategic decisions behind Rocco's expansion, from staffing plans to menu enhancements designed to elevate service quality. Rocco shares how he plans to integrate new systems, adapt to layout changes, and maintain food quality, all while keeping his restaurant’s strong reputation intact. Join us in celebrating this milestone, as we discuss the excitement and potential that the new location holds for Rocco's Pizzeria and its cherished community of customers and employees.
Resources:
Rocco's Little Chicago Pizzeria
The Hospitality Leader's Roadmap: Move from Ordinary to Extraordinary

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1. 62: Coaching Session: How to Prepare for a Restaurant Opening (00:00:00)

2. Rocco's Pizzeria Expansion (00:00:07)

3. Preparing for Restaurant Opening Day (00:11:15)

4. Staffing Plan for Restaurant Expansion (00:26:48)

5. Planning Restaurant Opening and Training (00:32:27)

6. Restaurant Expansion Strategy (00:42:52)