"Boss Li, from now on, I, Huang Pangzi, will stick with you." "If you tell me to go east, I definitely won't go west with my three hundred pounds," Huang Pangzi said, looking at Li Zhi with his small eyes as he patted his chest. This guy was really cunning and agile. When it comes to changing allegiances, he is just as resilient as anyone else.
Li Zhi's "Falling Star Tower" is about nothing else. It's certain that it makes money solely based on these top-notch ingredients.
Are there many food enthusiasts in Haicheng?
Yes, there are!
Huang Youwei is clearer about this than anyone else. Not only are there many food enthusiasts in Haicheng, but also in the entire province and the whole country. The number of food enthusiasts is countless. There are plenty of people willing to spend money on dining out. Among these individuals, they are not afraid to spend money, but they are afraid of not being able to eat good food.
Let's not talk about other places. Just in the Star Bay Hotel alone, sixty-five percent of the annual net profit is provided by these high-spending groups. Although common ingredients can also generate income, there is a significant difference when compared to high-quality ingredients.
Li Zhi laughed and said, "I admire your attitude in recognizing the situation as a sign of a hero." "Come, boss, I'll treat you to a big meal tonight!" After that, he turned to Meng Ruping next to him and said, "Close the door." Let's go upstairs and have dinner!
With that, he led the way to the elevator. Despite having only three floors, an elevator was later installed as a special addition. The Falling Star Tower is a top-notch restaurant, so the equipment naturally cannot be compromised. In the future, there will definitely be fewer dignitaries coming here to dine.
"Boss!"
"Hello, boss!"
Upstairs, there are many people, both men and women, all of whom are members of the Falling Star Tower. As for those who haven't arrived, they are all busy preparing food in the downstairs kitchen.
Huang Youwei followed behind Li Zhi. He didn't expect that a small "Falling Star Tower" would have so many employees.
"Sit down, everyone." Sit down. "We are all one family from now on, and we don't need to be so reserved," Li Zhi smiled and gestured for everyone to sit down.
After everyone sat down, Li Zhi patted Huang Pangzi on the shoulder and said, "Let me introduce everyone." This man, surnamed Huang, is Huang Youwei. In private, everyone can call him Huang Pangzi, just like me. From now on, Huang Pangzi will serve as the head chef of our "Falling Star Tower" and also as the deputy general manager of the restaurant. He has the final say in the kitchen. You can discuss front desk matters with Meng Ruping. When I'm not around, the two of you can make decisions. If you can't make up your mind, you can come directly to me!
Li Zhi did not fully transfer ownership of the "Falling Star Tower" to Huang Pangzi. After all, Huang Pangzi arrived later. He relied on him, but he couldn't let him have the final say in the Falling Star Tower. Li Zhi has observed Meng Ruping's performance during this period. She is not picky in her dealings with people and has her own ideas. If she is well-trained, she may be able to take charge in the future.
She has no ambitions.
"Ruping, from now on, you are the front desk manager of the 'Falling Star Tower'!" Li Zhi said as he looked at Meng Ruping.
Meng Ruping was visibly stunned and said softly, "Boss, am I capable?"
Li Zhi smiled and said, "What's the problem?" The difference between a front desk supervisor and a front desk manager is simply a title. "The Falling Star Tower" is a cozy spot where you can relax and give your best effort. "If there are any problems, just come to me directly."
Huang Youwei stood beside Li Zhi, smiling but not saying anything. He had just arrived and hadn't figured out the situation yet. Li Zhi is the boss now. Since he has taken the money, he will naturally do as the boss says.
"Find a place to sit down!" Li Zhi instructed Huang Youwei to find a seat for himself and organized the busy kitchen staff to serve the food.
Grilled lobster meat, one portion per person. Today, Li Zhi is treating!
"Are you all hungry?" Let's eat first, and we can talk after the meal. "Let the kitchen staff come up quickly!" Li Zhi said with a smile, then sat down opposite Huang Pangzi.
Huang Pangzi looked at the food on the plate and asked Li Zhi, "Is this fish meat?"
"No!" Li Zhi smiled and shook his head, gesturing, "Try it first!"
Huang Pangzi cut a piece of food with a knife, put it in his mouth, chewed, and then his eyes widened. After swallowing all the food in his mouth, he asked, "Boss, is this lobster meat?"
"Correct answer." It's the grilled meat from a giant lobster. "How does it taste?" Li Zhi nodded and smiled.
Huang Pangzi looked pained and muttered, "It's delicious, but do we have to eat it like this?" One portion per person?
This is the essence of the "Lobster King." There's almost one and a half to two pounds on the plate. Are we just going to eat it like this? There are at least fifty people in the room, and more than fifty portions. How much money is that? Just thinking about it makes him feel a bit distressed.
Li Zhi smiled and ignored his words, asking, "Do you think there is a market for lobster meat as the main dish in the restaurant or as part of a set menu for the middle and high-end groups?"
"Yes!" Huang Youwei nodded enthusiastically and asked Li Zhi with his small eyes, "Boss, do you mean that we should take the meat from the Lobster King, cut it into pieces, and sell it like this?"
"Is that not feasible?" Li Zhi asked.
Huang Youwei scratched his head and said with a wry smile, "It's feasible, but isn't it a bit wasteful?" The price of a whole Lobster King is high, and if prepared well, it can be sold for a premium price. But if we sell this type of lobster meat as part of a set meal, its value is estimated to be lower than selling the entire lobster. It seems like a loss.
Li Zhi nodded and then smiled, "You're right and wrong." Who would come to eat a whole lobster every day? Two people can't finish it. It's also a waste to order it. When it comes to this specific type of lobster meat, you can rest assured that I have a reliable supplier from whom I can purchase it in large quantities. "It is also suitable for a small group of people or individuals dining."
After a brief pause, he smiled and asked, "How much do you think is an appropriate price for a portion of grilled lobster meat in a set menu?"
"Three thousand eight hundred and eighty-eight!" exclaimed Huang Pangzi, his small eyes darting around. "But the meat shouldn't be cut into such large pieces," as it is too wasteful and not cost-effective. "I think each serving should contain about three pieces of meat, along with some side dishes."
Three taels per portion? Will it be filling?
Although Huang Pangzi didn't know what Li Zhi was thinking, he could see the doubt on his face. He smiled and said, "The key to the amount of food lies in its quality, not its quantity." People who spend money to enjoy good food are more focused on the experience rather than simply getting full. If we make the portion too large, they won't be able to finish it, which is not ideal. Everything is valuable, especially for this type of meal set. At 3888 yuan per portion, even ordinary people would find it extravagant. "The price positioning is definitely not high, making it very suitable to be the main set menu at the 'Falling Star Tower'."
Li Zhi nodded and said, "You are the expert in this area, so you have the final say." In addition to lobster meat, we can also design set menus featuring king crab, bluefin tuna, abalone, and other premium ingredients.
"As long as the ingredients are good, everything else is not a problem!" Huang Pangzi squinted his small eyes.
"Alright, you and the kitchen staff can work on this." "Come up with a plan tonight, and we'll try to open for business tomorrow," Li Zhi said with a smile.
Huang Pangzi was stunned and said with a wry smile, "Tonight?" Boss, are we rushing too much?
"Rushing?" Every additional day spent at the Falling Star Tower results in tens of thousands of dollars in extra expenses. "I can't afford it!" Li Zhi shook his head. Even if Huang Youwei had not shown up today, he was still prepared to open for business tomorrow.