Seeing Chen Jianhai's expression turn from gloomy to sunny, Ning Youyou finally caught on to his train of thought. But before she could feel relieved for too long, her brow furrowed.
The other party kept emphasizing it was a private vacation manor and mentioned the hotel association…
This clearly meant there were reasons for not wanting to officially list or advertise it. Was there something fishy going on?
If it was about making money but jeopardizing her career by signing an inappropriate contract, it would be a case of losing more than gaining.
So, it was best to first understand the specifics.
After a brief internal struggle, Ning Youyou hesitated and said:
"Boss Chen, Langai Hotel is already a five-star hotel recognized by the association. Just this hotel alone should be enough to meet the needs of the guests."
If you want to make money, Langai Hotel alone is enough for you to earn plenty.
Setting up another private vacation manor really isn't necessary!
If something goes wrong, no one can bear that responsibility.
Seeing Ning Youyou's persuading expression, Chen Jianhai was speechless.
Well... that's true.
In such matters, even he would need to carefully consider to avoid ending up in trouble.
Seeing that Ning Youyou was about to back out, Chen Jianhai reluctantly said, "Actually, that private vacation manor is my second branch."
"The relevant procedures and registrations are already prepared and registered with the relevant departments, fully legal."
"If you don't believe me, you can come to my office later to see the documents and proof."
"The reason I'm calling it a private vacation manor is because the branch's supporting facilities are not yet completed, so it can't officially open."
"And Langai Hotel currently has too many guests, so this can help divert some of the guests."
Hiss...
Ning Youyou took a deep breath, "A branch!?"
Langai Hotel had only been recently renovated, and now he had another hotel on the island!
Ning Youyou's emotions, which had calmed down due to suspicion, became excited again!
"Yes, a branch. So, I'm asking you today if we can do business?"
Chen Jianhai sincerely asked.
He and Ning Youyou had come to know each other well after several collaborations.
Although she was a young woman, she was reliable in both work ability and character.
She always handled follow-up matters neatly and properly.
"Yes!"
Ning Youyou nodded vigorously, her eyes sparkling as she looked at Chen Jianhai.
"It's our honor that you chose me and our travel agency!"
Xiaomajia Island is beautiful, with excellent snorkeling and fishing. It hadn't developed because there was no decent hotel on the island.
If I can secure the business of Island Hotel's tour groups, I can have a strong position in the travel agency!
Saying this, Ning Youyou took out a notebook and pen, brimming with enthusiasm, and asked:
"Boss Chen, besides what's shown in the pictures, does your private vacation manor have any other special features?"
Chen Jianhai coughed lightly and said, "...Does a completely mosquito-free area count as a feature?"
Ning Youyou became interested, "What do you mean by mosquito-free?"
Chen Jianhai nodded and explained, "This private manor is specially designed to be mosquito-free."
"As long as you are within the manor's functional area, there won't be a single mosquito, allowing people to rest without any disturbance."
"Really?"
Ning Youyou skeptically glanced at Chen Jianhai's leg.
She had been to Xiaomajia Island countless times; it was humid and hot, with plenty of trees and vegetation, and even more insects.
When resting at fishermen's homes at night, she often saw various insects crawling on the walls and flying under the lamps, which was really annoying.
"It's true!" Chen Jianhai confidently assured.
"You'll see when you visit."
In the next half hour, Ning Youyou first inquired in detail about the current facilities and guest rooms of the hotel building, roughly discussed the accommodation prices with Boss Chen, and after some deliberation, she finally said:
"Every guest who signs up for Lantian Travel Agency's one-day tour of Xiaomajia Island can stay one night at your private vacation manor for an additional 99 yuan, including breakfast."
"Is this price okay?"
Ning Youyou hesitated. "Isn't the price too low?"
Chen Jianhai: "It's not low! After all, the hotel isn't officially open yet and is just labeled as a private vacation manor."
"I just want to divert some of the guests from Langai Hotel, and it's not good to charge too much."
"We also need to consider the guests' feelings."
Ning Youyou was conflicted.
"What about the commission?"
"Just like before, as much as it should be," Chen Jianhai agreed decisively.
Ning Youyou: "..."
This little commission is hardly worth mentioning.
"...Alright! I'll bring the promotional materials for you to review first."
"If you're satisfied, we'll start the promotion on our end."
...
After seeing Ning Youyou off, the next step was to select employees.
After a few days of adjustment, the new employees at the hotel had basically adapted to the work pace and environment and could start working under the guidance of the old employees.
What worried Chen Jianhai the most was the kitchen.
As the most critical part of the hotel, the kitchen was the foundation.
Doing well would be the icing on the cake.
Doing poorly would cause the whole establishment to collapse.
Currently, Langai Hotel had a large guest flow and heavy dining pressure, plus the uncertainty of when the association would hold the culinary competition, so it was safer to keep the existing chefs at the main hotel.
The Island Hotel could only have the newly hired chefs work for now and wait until the senior evaluation team was gone.
"Boss, these three are the senior chefs hired by the hotel, Men Guo, Tang Tou, and Sheng Yu Pian."
In the kitchen, Minister Xie enthusiastically accompanied Chen Jianhai, introducing him to the three new chefs.
As Chen Jianhai looked at them, he thought,
Wow! It's like the three sworn brothers of Peach Garden!
The kind and gentle Men Guo, the rosy-faced Tang Tou holding a ladle, and standing at the back with a prop in hand, a solemn-looking Sheng Yu Pian.
If they had a feather fan and silk kerchief for plating, these four could start a rebellion!
"Hello, boss."
The three greeted in unison, with a sense of heroic camaraderie.
"Good, good, everyone is doing well!"
Chen Jianhai waved his hand in satisfaction, feeling like he had become a lord.
Men Guo and Tang Tou were easy to deal with; one was skilled in braising, the other in soup making.
Chen Jianhai scanned the room, his eyes resting on Sheng Yu Pian.
He had a deep impression of Sheng Yu Pian.
In the job application materials, although Sheng Yu Pian's personal information was brief, his numerous awards filled two pages.
His knife skills and knowledge of fish were quite advanced, a master of knife work.
Since Sheng Yu Pian came to Langai Hotel, he and Daodun had immediately started the Langai Hotel Knife Emperor battle, showcasing their knife skills in various ways, making everyone around them anxious, fearing that one wrong move would lead to a fight.
"Word is you're great at slicing fish, can you show me?"
Chen Jianhai asked curiously.
Hearing this, Daodun's hand, which was cutting potatoes, paused, and his sharp gaze turned over.
Sheng Yu Pian's eyes gleamed with excitement,
"No problem, boss!"