The construction phase of the restaurant is moving along. The shell of the bar is in, floors are finished, drop ceilings are in progress, and the kitchen equipment arrives Monday. Part of our deal with the city of Ann Arbor over the historic context of the building included a restoration of the original Mayer-Scharer sign over the front door. It arrived yesterday and I was amazed. It is very cool, and very very large. I took a walk on my lunch break and counted that I could still see the sign from about 4 - 5 blocks away. I can't wait to see it at night all lit up. I have completed the first 5 days of hiring and I feel pretty confident about the types of applicants so far. It is a good feeling to know that we are creating 100 new jobs. Sometimes the look on an applicant's face when I offer them a position is enough to make me smile all day.
Cheers
4 comments:
David,
I have been on the opening crew of several restaurants. It is a great experience to watch and be part of something that starts from the ground up. The comraderie of the opening crew can be amazing and a big part of that is what you are doing right now.....picking the right combination of people to form that team.
I am at the hospital right now sitting next to Grandma's bed and I read her your latest blog in addition to the one you wrote about her and Grandpa. It made her smile when I read to her that she had a significant impact on your life and that you love her dearly.
with love,
~Aunt Julie
Dear David,
Aunt Julie told me about your blog and I just read some of it. I am with Grandpa and it has been a busy day, but I just want you to know that I love the idea and will keep checking into your site.
The picture of Maya and Luke is precious. Good night for today.
Lovingly,
Aunt Carol
Sorry to hear about your grandma and grandpa. They are great people. When is your restaurant opening? Are you having a "practice" night for your servers, and if so, can Ken and Colleen come? We will be in AA the weekend of May 6 for Patrick's First Communion and would like to stop by the restaurant if it is open and you are there.
Love your pictures of the kids.
Love, Carita and Paul
Carita,
I don't have a great handle on the invite list for the VIP and practice days yet, but as soon as I do I'll let you know. I think it would be great for Ken and Colleen to come. I'll check on the details for May 6 also.
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