Cao Xi lay down at the small table and kept sketching. After a while, the layout of the hot pot restaurant was sketched out. The layout is generally similar to that of a modern hot pot restaurant, with a waiting area, ingredients area, drinking area, etc.
Cao Xi explained the zoning map to Qi Qige and asked for his opinions. After three days of hard work by both parties, the zoning map was finalized.
During this period, Qi Qige also went to the dental shop and bought some smart and well-behaved servants and maids. While Cao Xi was drawing work clothes, she took the time to conduct a simple pre-job training for the servants and maids.
Due to the heavy workload, the opening date was postponed for two months. The shopkeepers in the neighborhood were all curious about what the restaurant was going to do. The layout of the restaurant was already beyond their understanding. Everyone is looking forward to them opening as soon as possible to see clearly.
The restaurant plaque was replaced with the words "Runxiangyuan Hotpot" written by Qi Qige. The dragon and the phoenix dance were very master-like. Although Cao Xi selfishly wanted Qin Zhao to write it, facts speak louder than words. Cao Xi had to sigh that Qi Qige's words were really good. pretty.
Four days before the opening, Cao Xi made a promotional poster, a large mandarin duck pot drawn on a large piece of paper, which was very lifelike. We also made a lot of leaflets and asked the boys to wear customized clothes and distribute them on the streets.
Anyone who enters the store with a flyer will be charged half the fee regardless of how much they consume. The unique publicity model quickly attracted a group of curious people.
On the day of the opening, Qi Qige also invited a lion dance team, which was very lively.
The unique cuisine and early publicity attracted many customers. The restaurant was full of people, and the waiters, dressed in uniform, rushed to each table, helping the guests with their orders and explaining the dishes.
Qi Qige and Qin Zhao were entertaining relatives and friends on the second floor. Qi Qige had so many friends that they almost occupied all the private rooms. They were all rich and wealthy people.
Qin Zhao invited Dean Xu, Li Chenqi and other close classmates to recommend dishes that were both meat and vegetables at reasonable prices.
By the time Li Feng and the others came over, there were already no empty seats.
"There are too many people here," Xiaorui asked timidly from the side, "Are we still going in?"
Li Feng: "Entering" The restaurant is very large, with elegant decoration style and unique layout.
When Cao Xi saw Li Feng and the others coming in, he quickly put down what he was doing, "Brother Li, why did you come here? I thought you wouldn't come here today?"
Li Feng and the others arrived a little late, and there were no seats in the private room or hall, so they had to add a temporary table next to the kitchen door. Fortunately, they are all acquaintances who don't care about this.
Cao Xi took the initiative and ordered a mandarin duck pot for Li Feng and the others. She served several plates of mutton and vegetarian dishes and told them that there was not enough. Because there were too many people, we couldn't take care of them as usual.
Li Feng took a bite of the boiled mutton. The delicious taste made him believe that this business could be successful and suitable for long-term development. He blamed his lack of funds for not being able to cooperate with her. He would definitely cooperate with her when he had the opportunity in the future.
The few people were very satisfied with the meal. Before leaving, Li Feng planned to take the gift money with him, but Cao Xi refused, "I invited you here to try something new, not for your gift money."
Cao Xi felt somewhat embarrassed after having known each other for many years and now working alone.
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Maybe the early publicity was good, maybe there were a lot of customers today, whatever the reason, Runxiangyuan Hot Pot became famous in just one day, with people talking about it in the streets and alleys, and some even ran outside the restaurant to smell the aroma.
After a busy day, it was not until midnight that I had to close the door for a rest.
Cao Xi rubbed the back of his neck and said, "We have to set a closing time, so it won't be too tiring."
"I didn't expect so many people to come." Qiqige slumped on the chair, too tired to even lift his arms.
Qin Zhao was checking the running accounts on the side. There was no way to rest early, so this job could only be given to Qin Zhao, who was the best in mathematics.
Qin Zhao lived up to everyone's expectations and completed the accounts in less than half an hour.
"Excluding costs, I made eight hundred and thirty-two taels today." Qin Zhao put down his pen and handed the account book to Cao Xi.
"Earn so much?"
Before Cao Xi could receive the account book, he was intercepted by Qi Qige. He glanced at the account book a few times, slapped his palm on the table and laughed, not feeling as depressed as before.
Cao Xi turned to Qin Zhao and asked, "Have labor and room fees been taken out?"
Qin Zhao smiled and said, "I've dug them all away."
Although I could make a rough calculation based on the passenger flow, I was still shocked when I checked it out.
Qi Qige: "That's great. I earned so much on the first day, and I will earn more in the future."
In fact, today's income is similar to the income in the restaurant in the past. To be precise, it is not as much as before, but Qi Qige is still very excited.
The lights were brightly lit inside the house and it was pitch dark outside, but Cao Xi and Qin Zhao still chose to go home. When they left, Qi Qige kept urging them to stay in a restaurant, but Qin Zhao ruthlessly refused.
The road was pitch black and it was difficult to see clearly. Qin Zhao was holding a lantern in one hand and the other was held by Cao Xi. She was so tired that almost half of her body was leaning on Qin Zhao.
In order to make her lean more comfortably, Qin Zhao tried his best to stand up straighter. The two of them arrived home lazily.
When Cao Xi woke up the next day, Qin Zhao had already prepared breakfast. The two had breakfast and went out of the yard together.
"I can go to the restaurant to pick you up every day from now on." Qin Zhao was very happy. The restaurant is located in the same direction as the academy, so there is no need to go separate ways.
The two looked at each other and smiled, "Okay then, I'll wait for you at the restaurant from now on."
When Cao Xi arrived at the restaurant, there was already a long queue outside. The restaurant was full of people, and the guys in uniforms shuttled between the tables.
Finally I know why Qi Qige spent a lot of money to hire shopkeeper Li. Shopkeeper Li is not only experienced but also very capable.
Looking at the overall situation, he is prudent in handling things. He has the front office and the kitchen under his control. Every job is carried out in an orderly manner, which really makes Cao Xi admire him.
Cao Xi saw that the front hall had been arranged flawlessly by the shopkeeper. He walked around the backyard and didn't see Qi Qige. Qi Qige specifically asked for three days off in order to stabilize the business in the early stage. So Cao Xi asked the maid who was washing vegetables, "Where's your boss?"
The maid put down what she was doing and thought for a moment in confusion before saying, "My boss is entertaining guests in the private room."
Cao Xi: "I know, you can continue your work."
Qi Qige has so many friends. It’s already the second day, and there are still people coming over for dinner.
Cao Xi thought about the membership card last night and wanted to discuss it with Qi Qige this morning. Since he is not here now, she can only write down the plan first. It will be convenient for him to explain it when he comes back later. Cao Xi changed the membership card to membership Cards, this is a more appropriate name.
About half an hour later, Cao Xi heard a knock on the door.
Opening the door, Qiqige leaned against the wall with his arms folded, "I heard you were looking for me."
Cao Xi smiled and said, "There are some things I want to discuss with you. Come in and talk." Cao Xi ducked and let him enter the room.
Qi Qige exaggeratedly grabbed her collar and looked frightened, "Isn't it good? Qin Zhao will beat me to death."
Cao Xi laughed loudly watching his performance and said angrily, "What are you doing with your teeth and claws? Come in and talk about it."
Qi Qige put down her hand with a smile. After entering the room, she pulled a chair and sat face to face with Cao Xi at the desk. She asked Cao Xi, "What's the matter? So serious."
"I thought of a marketing strategy last night and would like to ask you what you think."
Cao Xi handed over the planning plan in his hand to Qi Qige.
Cao Xi: "I want to make a membership card. Every customer who has a membership card will have lower prices and better treatment in the store."
Qi Qige was a little confused when he heard it, but after carefully looking at the planning plan, and combining it with Cao Xi's description just now, he probably had an understanding.
“Your ideas are unique, and making each customer feel special really improves effectiveness.”
Qi Qige put down the planning plan in her hand and put away her playful smile.
Cao Xi: "If you think it is feasible, then we will start implementing it."
Qi Qige: "Okay, you draw a sample first, and I'll find someone to customize it."
Cao Xi got the approval and devoted himself to the prototype design. I don't know how long it took. The chirping sounds disappeared in the room. There were waste papers on the floor. One was leaning on a chair and the other was lying on the table. Both of them had a look on their faces. The color of decadence.
Cao Xi pointed at the three words Runxiangyuan and said with some guilt, "If not, just write these three words on the sign."
Qi Qige sat up straight, raised the paper, looked at it again and again, and said solemnly: "Simple and unpretentious, that's fine." After saying that, the two looked at each other and laughed.
After the matter was finally settled, Qi Qige stood up and stretched, but the door was closed at some point. That's okay. He hurriedly got up and went to open the door. By chance, he came face to face with Qin Zhao who raised his hand to knock on the door.
Qi Qige suddenly felt flustered and subconsciously looked back at Cao Xi and then back at Qin Zhao.
After being still for a while, he let out a cry and threw himself into Qin Zhao's arms, "Qin Zhao is not what you think. You have to believe me. I will never do anything sorry for you."
Qin Zhao was accidentally hugged by Qi Qige. He was so angry that he couldn't pull him off, so he could only use his eyes to ask Cao Xi for help.
Cao Xi was also shocked by Qi Qige's actions. It was really eye-catching for two grown men to hug each other.
She didn't want to pay attention to this drama queen, but Qin Zhao was really pitiful. She went up and grabbed Qi Qige's collar and screamed, "Let go of my man."
The two people who were still pulling hard suddenly became stiff and motionless, and Cao Xi took the opportunity to pull Qi Qige off.
Qin Zhao's face turned red with embarrassment at Cao Xi's words, and he forced himself to say to Qi Qige, "How decent is it to hug her?"
It was the first time Qi Qige saw Qin Zhao blushing, and he even shouted: "Oh, you are a man." His eyes kept darting between Qin Zhao and Cao Xi, as if watching a good show.
Qin Zhao looked embarrassed and hurriedly retorted, somewhat unclearly: "It's not hers, it's yours."
Qi Qige looked at Qin Zhao in shock and said angrily, "Just give up on this idea. I will have three thousand beauties in the future."
Seeing that Qi Qige was about to start the performance again, Cao Xi took Qin Zhao's hand and decisively left the room, leaving him to perform on his own.
"Why did you come here at noon?" Cao Xi shook Qin Zhao's hand
Qin Zhao's eyes were full of adoration, "I have nothing to do at noon, and we are close, so I just wanted to come over and see you."
As soon as he entered the courtyard, he heard their laughter. He wanted to knock on the door and enter, but Qi Qige made a quick move and was more powerful than a tiger.
Qin Zhao wanted to help his forehead, but Qi Qige was just stupid. But she was still happy to hear Cao Xi say that he was her man.
If Qi Qige could hear his thoughts, he would definitely retort and call others stupid. His smile now is stupid enough.
