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How to open a restaurant
Contributed by: Simpson
  • 1. What is the first crucial step in opening a restaurant?
A) Hiring staff
B) Finding a location
C) Developing a solid business plan
D) Buying kitchen equipment
  • 2. Which of these is a critical component of a restaurant business plan?
A) Menu design
B) Choosing paint colors
C) Employee handbook
D) Market analysis
  • 3. What does 'market analysis' primarily involve?
A) Testing recipes
B) Designing the restaurant layout
C) Identifying your target audience and competition
D) Securing funding
  • 4. Which business structure offers the most liability protection?
A) Partnership
B) Franchise
C) Sole Proprietorship
D) Limited Liability Company (LLC)
  • 5. What is a 'pro forma' financial statement?
A) A projected financial statement
B) A tax return
C) A bank statement
D) A historical financial statement
  • 6. What is typically required to secure a restaurant loan?
A) A catchy restaurant name
B) Knowing the right people
C) Buying expensive equipment
D) A detailed business plan and good credit
  • 7. Which of these permits is generally required for a restaurant?
A) Construction permit
B) Retail permit
C) Dog walking permit
D) Food service permit
  • 8. What is the purpose of a 'Certificate of Occupancy'?
A) Verifies the building is safe and compliant
B) Allows you to sell alcohol
C) Authorizes outdoor seating
D) Registers your business name
  • 9. What is 'zoning' in real estate?
A) Rules that dictate how land can be used
B) The number of parking spaces
C) The price of rent
D) The color of the building
  • 10. What's a key consideration when choosing a restaurant location?
A) Your favorite color scheme
B) Proximity to your home
C) Foot traffic and visibility
D) The landlord's personality
  • 11. What does 'build-out' refer to in restaurant terms?
A) The opening day promotion
B) The initial menu design
C) The process of renovating a space
D) Cleaning the restaurant
  • 12. What is a 'walk-in' in a restaurant kitchen?
A) A type of customer
B) A server's station
C) A kitchen entrance
D) A large refrigerated storage unit
  • 13. Why is proper ventilation crucial in a restaurant kitchen?
A) To keep food cold
B) To create a pleasant ambiance
C) To save money on electricity
D) To remove smoke, heat, and odors
  • 14. What is 'FIFO' in inventory management?
A) First In, First Out
B) Final Inventory, Open
C) Food Items, Only
D) Fast Inventory, Fast Out
  • 15. What is the purpose of a POS system?
A) Menu creation
B) Point of Sale - managing transactions
C) Employee scheduling
D) Restaurant layout design
  • 16. What is 'Cost of Goods Sold' (COGS)?
A) Marketing expenses
B) Employee wages
C) The price of the building
D) The direct costs of ingredients used
  • 17. What is a 'PAR level' in inventory management?
A) The average food cost
B) The minimum amount of inventory to have on hand
C) The maximum amount of inventory
D) The number of employees needed
  • 18. What is the main purpose of restaurant marketing?
A) To annoy competitors
B) To make the owner famous
C) To attract and retain customers
D) To spend money
  • 19. Which of these is an important aspect of restaurant branding?
A) Creating a consistent identity
B) Using random colors and fonts
C) Ignoring customer feedback
D) Changing the logo every week
  • 20. What is 'upselling'?
A) Encouraging customers to buy more expensive items
B) Ignoring customers
C) Lowering prices
D) Selling old food
  • 21. Why is staff training essential in a restaurant?
A) Ensures consistent service and food quality
B) To make employees quit
C) To waste time
D) To punish employees
  • 22. What is 'cross-training' employees?
A) Training employees to steal
B) Training employees in multiple roles
C) Training employees in another restaurant
D) Teaching employees to be angry
  • 23. What is 'HAACP'?
A) Highly Active Culinary Arts Program
B) Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points
C) Happy and Caring Culinary Professionals
D) Hasty and Careless Cooking Practices
  • 24. What is the importance of food safety?
A) Saving money on ingredients
B) Making food taste better
C) Impressing customers
D) Preventing foodborne illnesses
  • 25. Which is a good practice for preventing cross-contamination?
A) Washing hands only once a day
B) Storing raw meat above cooked food
C) Using the same utensils for everything
D) Using separate cutting boards for raw meat and vegetables
  • 26. What does 'server rotation' refer to?
A) Rotating food in the freezer
B) Rotating servers in the kitchen
C) Fairly assigning tables to servers
D) Changing the menu daily
  • 27. What is the key to resolving customer complaints?
A) Blaming the staff
B) Ignoring them
C) Addressing them promptly and professionally
D) Arguing with the customer
  • 28. What is 'inventory turnover'?
A) How often the staff rotates
B) How often the restaurant is cleaned
C) How fast the food cooks
D) How quickly inventory is sold and replaced
  • 29. What is a 'break-even point'?
A) The point where the food tastes best
B) The point where the restaurant closes
C) The point where the owner gets rich
D) The point where revenue equals expenses
  • 30. Why is it important to monitor customer reviews online?
A) To get free advertising
B) To stalk customers
C) To understand customer satisfaction and address concerns
D) To argue with critics
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