The Restaurant by Pamela M. Kelley

The Restaurant by Pamela M. Kelley

Author:Pamela M. Kelley [Kelley, Pamela M.]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Piping Plover Press
Published: 2020-05-18T18:30:00+00:00


Emma and Jill were just sitting down when Mandy met them at Black-Eyed Susan’s. They all ordered coffee and didn’t really need to look at the menu. Jill and Emma both got the French Toast and Mandy got the Portuguese scramble with cheesy grits. While they waited for their food, Mandy filled them in on what the consultant had recommended.

“He had a lot of positive things to say. The food and service were both solid. He liked just about everything that he tried, but he did suggest that the menu itself could use an update to make it more fresh and modern.” Jill and Emma both nodded. None of them were surprised by that.

“He also suggested we give the restaurant a ‘face-lift’.”

“That sounds expensive.” Emma took a sip of her coffee and it was clear she was worried about the money.

“What would that entail?” Jill asked.

“I don’t think it would necessarily be too expensive. New carpet, definitely. What’s there is worn and needs replacing. And a fresh coat of paint on the dining room walls.”

“It does look a little dingy,” Emma agreed.

“He also suggested that we hang some new artwork, maybe on consignment from local artists.”

“Oh, that’s a great idea. It would keep costs down too,” Jill said.

“Right. I thought that was a great suggestion.” Mandy paused before continuing because she knew the consultant’s next one wasn’t going to be popular.

“He also suggested that we look for ways to cut back on staff. Maybe not have as many servers on and see about less help in the kitchen too.”

Jill frowned. “What do you think about that idea?”

Mandy laughed. “I hate it. And I think Grams would have hated it, too. We don’t have to take all the consultant’s suggestions. Of course Cory would be all for cutting staff. He guessed that would be one of the recommendations.”

“I don’t think we should make any drastic changes with the staff either. What else did he say?” Emma asked.

“His other suggestions were marketing related such as implementing more promotions and maybe a loyalty program.”

“How would a loyalty program work? That sounds intriguing,” Jill asked.

“It could be whatever we want. As an example, he suggested something like after ten meals, they get a free entrée. And that we should make sure we get the word out on social media, and see about online advertising, and coupons that we can give to local hotels and bed and breakfasts and of course, an updated website.”

“Those all seem like good ideas. We should probably run all this by Paul too, as he will have a say in everything,” Jill said.

Mandy nodded. “I agree. I figured we could discuss and then meet with him at the restaurant. He might have some other ideas and I have one too.” Mandy had been thinking of ways to get the word out more about Mimi’s Place and had an idea she was excited about.

“What are you thinking of?” Emma asked.

“Once we replace the carpet, do some redecorating and have a new



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