Like Father, Like Son: Four Tips for Bringing Your Kids into Your Restaurant Business

When it comes to operating a restaurant, a strong team can make or break your success. You want to make sure you can count on every one of your employees- and who better to count on than your kids?

As a father of four and a multi-unit owner of three Angry Crab Shack locations in Arizona, I know all about what it’s like to run a business with family. In fact, all of my sons work alongside me at my Happy Valley location!

As Father’s Day approaches, I’m reflecting on my entrepreneurial journey, my decision to bring my kids along for the ride and tips for other restaurant owners looking to bring their family on board. 

Set BoundariesYou may be hesitant to mix family life with business, but once you find the right balance, you’ll be so thankful you did. Be sure to set clear expectations from the beginning and treat them as you would any other employee.

The most important thing you can do is to hold them accountable. By bringing them into your business, you are putting your faith…