Interested in starting your own entrepreneurial journey in food services but unsure what to expect? Then read up on our interview with Pete Mendola, owner of Chefs For Seniors Sarasota, located in Sarasota, FL, USA.
What's your business, and who are your customers?
We are an In-home meal prep service that offers fresh and nutritious meals prepared by highly skilled chefs! We are focused on the senior population, but we serve any person who needs our help!
Tell us about yourself
I’ve been in the culinary field for over 30 years working in every aspect of the industry. I started as a dishwasher in a Greek restaurant in Baltimore, MD, and now provide a necessary service for my community! I start every day knowing our service is providing nourishment and comfort to our clients. Oh, I live in paradise, so that helps as well.
What's your biggest accomplishment as a business owner?
Our biggest accomplishment to date, as a new business owner, is our clients! We work in the home of the client, so our relationship is very important. To date, we are servicing 32 families who keep having us in their home week after week!
What's one of the hardest things that comes with being a business owner?
We at Chefs For Seniors Sarasota provide food for people in need, so the hardest thing is our inability to service everyone who needs our help.
What are the top tips you'd give to anyone looking to start, run and grow a business today?
- Marketing!!!!!!
- Hire early!
- Stay Positive!
Where can people find you and your business?
Website: https://chefsforseniors.com/sarasota-fl/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pete-mendola-752b38217/
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