24/05/2024
It's just a blur somedays, when I look back and see the wake, as we plowed thru the mountain of work we purchased....well, not plowed thru, but crawled thru. 🤣
At first, I decided never to show the before photos of the kitchen - I said "no one will ever eat here, if I show these". Now that I have made the kitchen my own humble space, it feels like home, and I am proud to share.
My first job, after I moved on from the farm life, was at The Food Mill restaurant, in Greenville, MI. It was a small husband & wife owned restaurant, Ruth cooked, and spent hours making outstanding hand made food, and John seated guests, and waited tables when we were busy. It was truly a team effort, with everyone taking a turn at dishes, bussing tables, kitchen prep, filling the salad bar, and clean up.
The success of the restaurant, was built on good 'ol responsibility, work ethic, and having the owners as an important part of the daily routine. I owe everything I learned about the restaurant business, to these two wonderful people, who took a chance and hired a painfully shy kid.
Deano & I are at the point, where we have grown our little business, to where we could use a bit more help. To this point, our wonderful friends have jumped in, and helped us to build our base, and we don't feel it's fair of us, to keep asking of their time.
We are asking our TaffelTown Family and Friends, to reach out, if they have any working age children, or grand children, that would be looking for a first job. Deano & I have been working since our single digit ages, and are willing to be patient "teachers", as our "teachers" were patient with us. ❤️
Another thought, since we are seasonal, and have limited hours - please reach out if you would just like a job for a little "fun money". We do not need a bartender, but Deano could use another helper with the dining area. If you are retired (and bored), this might be a fun filler...we are "retired" too...but no time for boredom. 😂
Please reach out to us on the TaffelTown Hotline @ 231.564.1203, or drop us an email at [email protected], if you know of someone who would like to join our little team. Since messages on FB messenger end up in a black hole, I have an automated response, directing communication to these alternatives.
We are who we are, because of you. Thanks for all of your love and support - it keeps us motivated to get up, and tackle the hurdles of each new day!
Peace and Love
Rene' & Deano