March 29, 2025
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
March 29, 2025
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Dreaming of opening your own restaurant but unsure where to start? The Restaurant Startup Masterclass is designed to introduce aspiring restaurateurs to the fundamentals of launching and managing a successful food business in Brockton.
Led by hospitality expert Nelson Fernandes—co-founder of the nationally recognized JJ’s Caffe—this intensive five-session course will provide essential insights into:
- Concept Development – Refining your restaurant idea, identifying your target market, and crafting a unique value proposition.
- Business & Financial Planning – Creating a business plan, understanding startup costs, securing funding, and managing restaurant finances.
- Marketing – Building your brand, leveraging digital marketing, and developing strategies to attract and retain customers.
- Operations & Launch Strategy – Navigating health regulations, hiring and training staff, optimizing workflows, and preparing for a successful launch.
- Menu Development – Designing a profitable menu, sourcing ingredients, and balancing creativity with operational efficiency.
The final session of the course will feature a live panel discussion with successful restaurateurs offering real-world insights on overcoming challenges and thriving in the industry.
Participants will also have the opportunity to pitch their restaurant concepts in a Shark Tank-style session receiving valuable feedback and a chance to win seed funding to take their concept to the next level.
Beyond the course, graduates will receive a Certificate of Completion, gain exclusive coaching and mentorship opportunities, and access to restaurant startup resources and templates.
Register for the Restaurant Startup Masterclass at the Future of Work Institute and take the first step towards making your dream a reality!
PROGRAM PARTNERS: Power of Hospitality, Future of Work Institute
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