834: Budgeting Workshop with David Scott Peters

834: Budgeting Workshop with David Scott Peters

Author: Inspiring interviews with todays most successful restaurateurs 2-days a wee October 7, 2021 Duration: 2:01:08

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In this episode, David Scott Peters joins Eric Cacciatore on the Restaurant Unstoppable Podcast to discuss budgeting.

In 2003, David discovered his passion for teaching independent restaurant owners on how to build a business that gives them financial freedom and freedom from their restaurants, and he's been doing it ever since. He specializes in coaching independent operators because once they have the proper systems and methods in place, their passion for providing an exceptional experience elevates the industry and their communities.

David is a regular speaker at food industry events all over the country, is a regular guest contributor to restaurant industry publications, and enjoys teaching restaurant owners how to live their passions while also operating a profitable business.

Check out his website: davidscottpeters.com

David Scott Peters is an industry powerhouse overflowing with information and mentorship. He has joined Restaurant Unstoppable on 5 previous episodes including:

Check out episode 141: Helping Put The Power Back In The Hands Of Independents

Check out episode 437: Where To Start With Menu Engineering

Check out episode 578: How To Build A Budget

Check out episode 639: 7 Steps For Creating Great Managers

Check out episode 763: Checklists 101

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Calls to ACTION!!!

Favorite success quote or mantra:

  • "You can have the one bad day, it's what you do the next day that defines you."

In today's workshop with David Scott Peters we will discuss:

  • 1 Trailing 12 Month Sales
  • 2 Sales % by Category
  • 3 Cost of Goods Sold
  • 4 Labor $ and % by Position
  • 5 Fixed or Variable?
  • 6 Create a Plan
  • 7 Forecasting Sales

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Eric Cacciatore sits down with the people who actually run the show in the world of food service. Restaurant Unstoppable with Eric Cacciatore is built on conversations with established restaurateurs and seasoned professionals who have navigated the intense realities of the industry. Twice a week, these interviews dig past the surface, focusing on the tangible details of leadership, team management, and effective marketing that separate a thriving venue from a struggling one. You’ll hear firsthand accounts of what worked, what didn’t, and the often-overlooked decisions that shape a restaurant's path. This podcast serves as a direct line to collective experience, whether you're dreaming of your first opening or steering a multi-location group. The dialogue is practical, centered on the daily grind and long-term strategy needed to build something lasting. For anyone invested in the business of hospitality, these regular episodes compile a vital resource, turning shared insights into actionable knowledge for your own journey.
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