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In many ways, restaurants are a cornerstone of the U.S. economy. With more than 925,000 units generating sales of over $500 billion, restaurants are the nation's largest single private-sector employers. Restaurants employ more than 12.5 million people. It is a popular segment of the Hospitality industry - more than two out of five (42 percent) of American adults have worked in a restaurant at some point in their lives. It's also socially conscientious, with nine out of ten restaurants making donations to their communities.
The dream of business ownership and being one's own boss is alive and well in this segment. Most restaurateurs started in entry-level jobs. "Dishwasher" was the first restaurant job among 16 percent of restaurateurs; "busperson" among 10 percent; "cook" among 10 percent; and "server" among 9 percent.
Experience in the restaurant segment - whether for a year or a career - means a lot. This segment is an important employer of new workers. Once in the industry, a wealth of training is available.
Restaurants are generally grouped into three broad categories - click on any of the three above to learn more... |
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| Full-service restaurants that are designed to appeal to a majority of people by featuring moderate prices and a comfortable atmosphere. | | Casual Dining | | Elegant, often-unique, full-service restaurants that offer the finest cuisine, world-class service, beautiful surroundings, and the kind of prices that you expect to pay for the finest things in life. | | Fine Dining | | Think fast food, great opportunities eating places that offer a casual dining experience in a short period of time. | | Quick service Restaurant |
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