From globally recognized brands to local hotspots, Raideesha serves her clients as an experienced Culinary Business & Management Strategist, and International Certified Instructor & Registered Examination Proctor. She is now combining her skills and expertise into a program designed for entrepreneurs whose businesses are in the foodservice industry.
Who is this program for...
Are you considering or have you already embarked on establishing a commercial foodservice operation such as a food truck, restaurant, bakery, cafe, etc. then this program might be a great fit for you.
What you'll learn...
In this program, the focus will be on guiding participants on how to develop areas of a culinary-focused business that are often times neglected. The foundation and business plan of these types of operations are their menu. You will learn how to extract the information that you require from it to have a better understanding of what you need and that is essential for your success and growth.
Consistent income is important to any business, so you will also be guided on how to create supplemental streams of income for your operation instead of depending on the food and beverage sales alone.
Hiring the appropriate staff is paramount to the success of your business. You will be able to identify and look for things, qualities, and personality traits that many people don’t find valuable in selecting your management team and staff.
Adding a new menu item(s) can be exciting but do you know what the true cost will be to add that to the menu. Discover how to count the costs before adding or removing a menu item.
Creating a persona and an identity for your business is more important than you might have realized thus far. A well-thought-out image with multi-sensory experiences is an absolute must! Your clients and/or customers must be able to connect and identify with what you are offering them and what your business says that it stands for or represents.
As an entrepreneur, you are not obligated to work in your own business. We will explore how to own and operate a successful business without being a slave to it and sacrificing what is most important to you.
Virtual assistance to your business is just as important as having physical help. Outsourcing certain tasks and activities could be a key to your success and keep you from burning out and becoming frustrated. Focus on what you are good at and have someone else do what you can’t or prefer not to do.
The entire program will be virtual.
Future plans, for the regular program, will include in-person events.
In this program, you will receive:
Content specifically designed for Culinary Entrepreneurs. You will be a part of a beta hybrid program that provides you with instruction and other professional resources with options that include:
Online Classroom Learning
*self-paced assignments
* final individual presentations
Office Hours (by appointment only)
* to discuss the material being presented in class or other related interests you have; Students can “pop” online during this time to ask a quick question, and go back to work.
Review Sessions
Group discussions
* collaboration in a group setting to generate ideas and solutions
Individual Guidance (2x 30-minute sessions)
Consulting & Strategy Session (1 hour at the conclusion of the course)
Mastermind Group (Peer-to-Peer Mentoring)
Two Beta Options:
The Course only with office hours
The Complete Program
From Raideesha's Experience...
In her role as a consultant and strategist, her expertise is sought by clients to assist them in getting out of a challenging or problematic situation that they could not handle independently. A consistent pattern emerged, her contractual agreement with her clients was fulfilled, and they received what they needed specifically but recognized that on-going support would be essential to their continued success.
Be a part of this program and learn how to be proactive and identify common challenges that may arise and have a plan in place to address them before they occur.
DISCOVER WHY MANY BUSINESSES FAIL AND AVOID THE COMMON PITFALLS.
Apply to be a part of this beta-program if,
You are committed to completing every session and assignment given, in a timely fashion, and that you will strive to do more than the minimum requirements and expectations.
You desire to create a distinctive culinary brand, with excellence.
You have a big vision and are willing to grow into it if you can’t tackle it all from the beginning.
You understand that creating a welcoming place for your customers is of the utmost importance.
You are willing to learn new ways of doing what has been done before and doing at least a step above what is being done now.
You will provide first-class service to your customers regardless of the type of business that you are establishing.
You are ready to finish creating your menu, your brand, your concept, etc.
Characteristics of an ideal candidate for Culinary Entrepreneurship: The Business Side of Food. Which traits do you possess? Having at least 5 of these is a good starting point.
Disciplined
Strategic
Creative with a distinctive edge
Resourceful
Communicative
Self-motivated
Resilient
Flexible
Process-oriented
A big picture thinker
Forward-thinking
Innovative
Business-minded
Paradoxical thinking
Accepting applications
Decision letters will be sent out via email
The program begins Summer 2021
