Every restaurant will face unexpected obstacles, but how you prepare can make all the difference. In this episode of No Reservations, Kasey Anton shares practical ways to build resilience into your business. From smart financial planning to creating systems that keep things running smoothly, you will learn how to stay calm, confident, and in control no matter what happens.
Whether you are dealing with a snowstorm, a sudden staff shortage, or a tech failure, this episode will help you strengthen your operations and protect your profits.
You’ll learn
- ✅ How Profit First helps restaurants weather any storm
- ✅ The value of a “Crash Box” and what to include in it
- ✅ Why linchpin systems are essential for long-term stability
- ✅ How to prepare for staffing disruptions, POS failures, and other curveballs
Action steps to try this week
- Create a written contingency plan for your most common emergencies
- Build your restaurant’s “Crash Box” with backup keys, vendor contacts, and passwords
- Review your Profit First allocations and set aside an emergency buffer
- Cross-train key roles so you can stay open even with short staff
- Test your backup systems quarterly to make sure they work
