Ravi Wazir: Helping Leaders Succeed

Restaurant Readiness Quiz

ARE YOU READY...
TO START YOUR OWN RESTAURANT?

(OR CAFE, CLOUD KITCHEN, QSR, BAKERY, ICECREAM SHOP, ...)

There are 30 questions (approx 30-45 minutes). Please read carefully & choose the most accurate answer. We will email you a detailed report with your results (your email address will NOT be shared with any 3rd party).

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How passionate are you about cooking and about providing an excellent hospitality experience to your guests?

I am a home chef. Based on my warm hospitality, some of my friends are willing to invest if I start a restaurant.

I am a foodie. I will hire people for it.

Food and hospitality are my life's passion. I will do whatever it takes to make my business work.

I love food and am a practising chef (at home / professionally). I will leave service and hospitality, to my experienced employees.

How driven are you to take risks, seize opportunities to grow and to persevere in your restaurant business, like a true entrepreneur?

I occasionally take small risks but generally stick to the safe path. I will learn entrepreneurship along the way.

I thrive on challenges and am always looking for new ventures in addition to my existing ones...which are now stable and work well even in my absence

I actively seek opportunities and am comfortable with reasonable risks. I have been an entrepreneur before.

I'm willing to take calculated risks and have support both on the entrepreneurial front as well as on the restaurant technical front.

I prefer stability and usually avoid risks, but I am passionate about the restaurant business

Do you have the emotional and financial resilience to face challenges and setbacks in the restaurant business for at least a three-year period to start with?

I'm resilient and can bounce back from most setbacks. I have run a business before for over 3 years.

I find it hard when faced with obstacles, but have the support of my family / investor and so, I will be able manage to handle this business

I view challenges as opportunities and always find ways to overcome them. I am a successful entrepreneur in other sectors

I can handle minor setbacks, but struggle with major challenges. I will bridge this gap by hiring industry professionals.

I can persevere through most challenges and have the emotional and financial support required. I come from family with a business background.

How often do you come up with innovative ideas, and effectively action them, to help improve your current position, stay relevant, and in demand in the market?

I occasionally have new ideas, but rarely implement them

My team and I plan to often generate and action innovative ideas

I sometimes come up with and implement new ideas, and will get professionals to come up with ideas too

In my experience sticking to tried-and-tested methods work best

My team and I will constantly innovate and effectively implement new ideas we come up with

How attentive are you to the small details in your daily life, that can make a big difference in your restaurant?

I pay attention to important details, most of the time

I have a keen eye for detail and notice things others miss

I'm detail-oriented, in most aspects of my work

I often overlook details and focus on the big picture

I notice some details, but many slip through the cracks. Will hire people to bridge the gap

How focused are you on understanding and meeting your customers' needs and wants?

I frequently adjust my approach based on customer feedback

Every decision I make, is driven by customer satisfaction

I try to balance customer needs with business requirements

I consider customer needs, but often prioritize other factors based on what's required

I prioritize my vision for the business, over customer preferences...since consumers often can't articulate what they really want

How often do you maintain a positive attitude, even in stressful situations?

I always find the silver lining and inspire others with my positivity

I often become discouraged when under stress. Will hire senior people to help me absorb the pressure

I remain positive most of the time, even under stress

I struggle to stay positive in challenging situations

I maintain a positive outlook, despite problems around

How committed are you to maintaining high quality* and discipline in every aspect of your restaurant? *High quality doesn't necessarily mean the most expensive. Even a street vendor could have 'high quality', at his price-point.

Compromising on quality, is sometimes required to save time or money or both

I'm obsessed with quality and constantly seek ways to improve

Maintaining high quality is a priority in all aspects of my restaurant

I maintain basic quality standards, but don't go above and beyond

I strive for high quality in most areas of the business

How flexible are you in adapting to changes and new trends, as well as government laws in the restaurant industry?

I thrive on change, and am always looking for ways to evolve

I can adapt to major changes with some effort

I adapt, whenever absolutely necessary

I am not fond of change and prefer to stay focussed on my original plan

I'm generally quick to adapt to new situations

How self-motivated are you to achieve your goals in the restaurant business?

I often need a nudge to take action, but I do

I consistently motivate myself to achieve my goals

I'm highly self-driven and always push myself to exceed expectations

I'm generally self-motivated, but occasionally need a push

I can motivate myself, but often procrastinate

You are developing a new brand. How confident are you in executing this?

I will hire an agency or professional to help me come up with a good brand name and a good logo

I have built brands in the past. I understand its importance and know what it takes to build one.

I have worked with some brands of other industries in the past and know that it is about reputation building. I will work with professionals to get this done.

I'm proficient in a wide range of branding techniques, have a few thoughts in mind and will build on them.

Do you know what the day-to-day operations of the restaurant business entail? Are you certain you can effectively manage them?

I have extensive restaurant experience and can optimize all aspects of operations. Will still prefer to hire someone to work on the day-to-day operations and be available as a back-up

I have significant restaurant experience and will manage the operations effectively

I have no experience or understanding of restaurant operations. Will outsource this.

I have some understanding of most aspects of restaurant operations

Do you have the required capital or the ability to raise it? Do you understand financials?

I have worked as a restaurant manager / chef, have a written business plan, but not the capital. I will need help in raising money.

I have no restaurant experience, have saved some money, and can raise more, but not sure if my financial budgets have covered everything completely.

I have a profitable home-run concept since three years (have or have not filed returns on it yet), as well as a business plan to start a restaurant. I need help to raise external capital.

I have enough money and understanding of capital to start, and will use professional help to execute my vision

How adept are you at driving sales and marketing initiatives?

I can create and implement sales and marketing strategies and will work with required agencies to execute my vision

I understand basic sales and marketing concepts and will hire people to help me with the same

I'm well connected, proficient in various marketing channels and can drive sales effectively

I have no sales or marketing experience or knowledge of them, but am confident that my products and services will speak for themselves

How effectively do you handle guest complaints and customer satisfaction, even when you disagree with the guest perspective?

I can usually handle complaints effectively and maintain composure

I excel at not only resolving complaints, but also at preventing them proactively

I'm skilled at turning negative experiences into positive ones

I try to resolve complaints, but struggle with difficult customers

I often get frustrated when dealing with complaints of irritating customers

How well do you lead and manage your people, processes, and business goals?

I'm a competent leader, but sometimes struggle with complex situations

I lead effectively and can manage diverse teams and processes

I'm an inspirational leader who excels at optimizing team performance and achieving goals

I can manage a few people, but face challenges with teams of more than five or six people

How efficiently do feel you will be able to manage your supply chain and inventory?

I understand supply chain is important, but struggle with the details

I can manage inventory and suppliers reasonably well

I have no experience or understanding of supply chain or inventory management

I'm proficient at optimizing our supply chain and inventory

How well do you adapt to unexpected challenges? How nimble are you in your decision making?

I can usually find solutions to problems, although slowly sometimes

I often freeze or panic when faced with unexpected problems. I will hire a team to help me face challenges

I adapt well to most challenges and make decisions quickly

I thrive on solving complex problems and can pivot strategies rapidly when needed

How comfortable are you with using technology to streamline operations, financials, and marketing?

I use basic technology, but struggle with advanced systems

I avoid technology since I am unfamiliar with it, and prefer traditional tried and tested methods.

I'm comfortable with most technologies. I will need to build my understanding of restaurant technology.

I actively seek and implement new technologies to improve operations.

How knowledgeable are you about the legal and health regulations in the restaurant industry?

I understand regulations, but need to consult industry experts

I have no knowledge of restaurant regulations of any kind

I'm well-versed in restaurant regulations and ensure full compliance

I have expert-level knowledge and stay ahead of regulatory changes

How effectively do you communicate your expectations and feedback to your team, your suppliers, and your guests?

I'm a skilled communicator across various contexts and stakeholders

I convey my thoughts well in most situations, and have an open door policy, but sometimes face challenges

I communicate clearly to everyone, but people often misunderstand.

I excel at clear, empathetic communication, am good listener and can influence diverse groups

How well do you manage your own time to balance and prioritize & delegate various tasks and responsibilities?

I effectively manage my time and consistently meet deadlines

I manage my time okay, but often fall behind on less urgent tasks. My team will take care of it

I excel at time management, always staying ahead of schedule and optimizing productivity

I'm generally good at managing my time, but occasionally miss deadlines

I often feel overwhelmed and struggle to complete tasks on time, but I will hire people to get things done

How effectively do you work with your team and delegate to them to achieve common goals?

I work well with people and delegate what is possible, but often have to do things myself since others rarely understand my vision adequately enough to execute it well

I collaborate well most of the time, but sometimes struggle with delegation

I excel at fostering collaboration and optimizing team performance through effective delegation

I'm an effective team player and can delegate tasks appropriately

How confident are you in making informed and timely decisions for your restaurant?

I make reasonably good decisions most of the time

I'm confident in my decision-making abilities across various situations

I excel at making strategic decisions that consistently drive business success, though I fail from time to time

I often second-guess my decisions, especially the complex ones with high-stake outcomes. I will hire a senior staff member for this

How well do you handle conflicts within your team, with your suppliers, other agencies, and with your guests?

I attempt to resolve conflicts, but often struggle to find satisfactory solutions

I can usually resolve conflicts, but from time to time...I need external help

I'm skilled at resolving most conflicts effectively and professionally, though sometimes it ends in agreeing to disagree

I excel at preventing conflicts and turning disagreements into opportunities for growth

How empathetic are you towards your team's and customers' needs and concerns?

I'm generally empathetic, but sometimes prioritize tasks over people when the business demands

I try to be empathetic, but often miss emotional cues

I'm skilled at understanding and responding to others' emotions

I have high emotional intelligence and consistently create positive emotional experiences

How committed are you to continuous learning and self-improvement in your role as a restaurateur?

I have a passionate commitment to lifelong learning and constantly seek understanding of this business

I am experienced in entrepreneurship, and will hire a restaurant manager and a chef to take care of the restaurant-specific nuances of the business

I occasionally learn new things, but don't have a structured approach

I actively pursue learning opportunities and regularly update my skills

How effectively do you delegate tasks to your team to ensure efficiency, leave them to do their task, and offer support as and when necessary?

I excel at strategic delegation, empowering my team and optimizing operations

I delegate occasionally, but often end up micromanaging

I delegate regularly, but sometimes struggle to let go completely

I prefer doing things myself and rarely delegate, since no one can perform tasks the way I can

I delegate effectively and provide appropriate support

How actively do you network with people and ask for help from industry professionals to gain insights and opportunities?

I network when opportunities arise, but don't seek them out

I actively network and regularly seek advice from industry professionals

I excel at building and leveraging a strong professional network

I occasionally attend industry events, but don't actively network

How accountable are you to yourself, your partners or investors (if any), and your team, for your actions and decisions in running your restaurant?

I take responsibility for major issues, but often overlook smaller ones. I can't possibly perform every task myself

I consistently take responsibility for my actions and decisions and take responsibility for the actions of my team as well

I'm generally accountable, but sometimes struggle with difficult situations

I have a strong sense of accountability and inspire the same in others

Restaurant Readiness Quiz

ARE YOU READY...
TO START YOUR OWN RESTAURANT?

(OR CAFE, CLOUD KITCHEN, QSR, BAKERY, ICECREAM SHOP, ...)

There are 30 questions (approx 30-45 minutes). Please read carefully & choose the most accurate answer. We will email you a detailed report with your results (your email address will NOT be shared with any 3rd party).

Please provide us with your contact information for the report.

How passionate are you about cooking and about providing an excellent hospitality experience to your guests?

How driven are you to take risks, seize opportunities to grow and to persevere in your restaurant business, like a true entrepreneur?

Do you have the emotional and financial resilience to face challenges and setbacks in the restaurant business for at least a three-year period to start with?

How often do you come up with innovative ideas, and effectively action them, to help improve your current position, stay relevant, and in demand in the market?

How attentive are you to the small details in your daily life, that can make a big difference in your restaurant?

How focused are you on understanding and meeting your customers' needs and wants?

How often do you maintain a positive attitude, even in stressful situations?

How committed are you to maintaining high quality* and discipline in every aspect of your restaurant? *High quality doesn't necessarily mean the most expensive. Even a street vendor could have 'high quality', at his price-point.

How flexible are you in adapting to changes and new trends, as well as government laws in the restaurant industry?

How self-motivated are you to achieve your goals in the restaurant business?

You are developing a new brand. How confident are you in executing this?

Do you know what the day-to-day operations of the restaurant business entail? Are you certain you can effectively manage them?

Do you have the required capital or the ability to raise it? Do you understand financials?

How adept are you at driving sales and marketing initiatives?

How effectively do you handle guest complaints and customer satisfaction, even when you disagree with the guest perspective?

How well do you lead and manage your people, processes, and business goals?

How efficiently do feel you will be able to manage your supply chain and inventory?

How well do you adapt to unexpected challenges? How nimble are you in your decision making?

How comfortable are you with using technology to streamline operations, financials, and marketing?

How knowledgeable are you about the legal and health regulations in the restaurant industry?

How effectively do you communicate your expectations and feedback to your team, your suppliers, and your guests?

How well do you manage your own time to balance and prioritize & delegate various tasks and responsibilities?

How effectively do you work with your team and delegate to them to achieve common goals?

How confident are you in making informed and timely decisions for your restaurant?

How well do you handle conflicts within your team, with your suppliers, other agencies, and with your guests?

How empathetic are you towards your team's and customers' needs and concerns?

How committed are you to continuous learning and self-improvement in your role as a restaurateur?

How effectively do you delegate tasks to your team to ensure efficiency, leave them to do their task, and offer support as and when necessary?

How actively do you network with people and ask for help from industry professionals to gain insights and opportunities?

How accountable are you to yourself, your partners or investors (if any), and your team, for your actions and decisions in running your restaurant?

Thank You!

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Go back to the beginning ➜

Restaurant Readiness Quiz

ARE YOU READY...TO START YOUR OWN RESTAURANT?

(OR CAFE, CLOUD KITCHEN, QSR, BAKERY, ICECREAM SHOP, ...)

There are 30 questions (approx 30-45 minutes). Please read carefully & choose the most accurate answer. We will email you a detailed report with your results (your email address will NOT be shared with any 3rd party).

Please provide us with your contact information for the report.

How passionate are you about cooking and about providing an excellent hospitality experience to your guests?

How driven are you to take risks, seize opportunities to grow and to persevere in your restaurant business, like a true entrepreneur?

Do you have the emotional and financial resilience to face challenges and setbacks in the restaurant business for at least a three-year period to start with?

How often do you come up with innovative ideas, and effectively action them, to help improve your current position, stay relevant, and in demand in the market?

How attentive are you to the small details in your daily life, that can make a big difference in your restaurant?

How focused are you on understanding and meeting your customers' needs and wants?

How often do you maintain a positive attitude, even in stressful situations?

How committed are you to maintaining high quality* and discipline in every aspect of your restaurant? *High quality doesn't necessarily mean the most expensive. Even a street vendor could have 'high quality', at his price-point.

How flexible are you in adapting to changes and new trends, as well as government laws in the restaurant industry?

How self-motivated are you to achieve your goals in the restaurant business?

You are developing a new brand. How confident are you in executing this?

Do you know what the day-to-day operations of the restaurant business entail? Are you certain you can effectively manage them?

Do you have the required capital or the ability to raise it? Do you understand financials?

How adept are you at driving sales and marketing initiatives?

How effectively do you handle guest complaints and customer satisfaction, even when you disagree with the guest perspective?

How well do you lead and manage your people, processes, and business goals?

How efficiently do feel you will be able to manage your supply chain and inventory?

How well do you adapt to unexpected challenges? How nimble are you in your decision making?

How comfortable are you with using technology to streamline operations, financials, and marketing?

How knowledgeable are you about the legal and health regulations in the restaurant industry?

How effectively do you communicate your expectations and feedback to your team, your suppliers, and your guests?

How well do you manage your own time to balance and prioritize & delegate various tasks and responsibilities?

How effectively do you work with your team and delegate to them to achieve common goals?

How confident are you in making informed and timely decisions for your restaurant?

How well do you handle conflicts within your team, with your suppliers, other agencies, and with your guests?

How empathetic are you towards your team's and customers' needs and concerns?

How committed are you to continuous learning and self-improvement in your role as a restaurateur?

How effectively do you delegate tasks to your team to ensure efficiency, leave them to do their task, and offer support as and when necessary?

How actively do you network with people and ask for help from industry professionals to gain insights and opportunities?

How accountable are you to yourself, your partners or investors (if any), and your team, for your actions and decisions in running your restaurant?

Thank You!

Click on the Submit button to receive your personalised report by email.

Success! We'll get back to you ASAP!

Expect an email with your report shortly.

Go back to the beginning ➜

ARE YOU READY...
TO START YOUR OWN RESTAURANT?