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I am well versed on all aspects of the restaurant industry. I have been President of a national chain of full-service restaurants, have operated in fast food, casual and fine-dining segments as well. I have opened(and successfully sold)my own restaurant and have opened over 25 restaurants in one capacity or another. I currently operate a consulting business, Meridian Hospitality Associates and can be reached at tonyfig@msn.com or by going to my website at www.meridianhospitality.com

Experience in the area

Over 30 years, see description above.

Education/Credentials

BA - Kansas State University

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2009-11-06 Time Sheet rights:

Hello Rico, I know that California is very strict regarding employee breaks, and there are many instances where they have imposed huge fines to violators. It is not legal and you should contact the

2009-11-04 wanna know:

You should register your name and your logo if possible. Don't understand your other question...you are responsible to pay sales taxes that you collect, you are required to file income taxes quarterly

2009-10-02 Headquarter Overhead:

Obviously you are going to have to account for all expenses of a HQ/Corporate office and it should be spread across your respective units, either equally or weighted based on sales. 2-5% is normal in

2009-09-23 restaurant location:

If they show you tax returns or sales tax returns you can be assured of the numbers. You are correct that anyone can "cook" the books so it is sometimes best to use common sense and a good accountant

2009-09-05 raising restaurant capital for expansion:

Hello Alan, It is much easier for an established restaurateur as yourself to raise capital for future expansion/additional locations. You must keep in mind that you have a great track record operating

 

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