The restaurant business has a very high rate of failure. Most restaurants fail because the owners do not have a firm understanding of what it will take to succeed. This class will acquaint you with the basic skills required to own and operate a restaurant. Some of the topics covered include restaurant real estate, financing, accoun ting and controls, menu development, vertical integration, marketing and hiring and managing employees. Please remember owning a restaurant is not a job, it is a way of live. Upfront planning and knowledge will save you costly mistakes and improve your success rate.