Book Review: How to Start and Run a Fish and Chip Shop or Burger Bar
Another in the series from How To Books, How to Start and Run a Chip Shop or Burger Bar (Small Business Starters Series)
Now, you’re probably aware that I know nothing about running a chip shop – but I know a man who does, so I asked him for his views on the book. Paul has been running fish and chip shops for 18 years, and currently owns the successful sea-front fish and chip shop, Minnie Bertha’s. Having looked through the book, Paul’s verdict is that it is “Bang on the money!” He explains, “It is full of stuff I’ve heard myself saying over the years.”
This book provides detailed information on:
- how to spot a good location for your premises;
- how you can best fit it out;
- whether you should buy leasehold or freehold;
- how to raise the start-up money you’ll need;
- where and how to buy the equipment you’ll need;
- managing food hygiene and health and safety;
- how to employ and manage your staff;
- how to advertise cost effectively;
- keeping the accounts and handling VAT;
- even the author’s recommended frying and cooking methods.
Paul’s concluding comment:”Can I keep it? It’s just what I need for the staff.” And that’s from a man who knows his chips. You can buy How to Start and Run a Chip Shop or Burger Bar for around £9.
