Help for Small Business Owners
on October 22, 2018 in Resources

Starting and running a small business can be an incredibly exciting and rewarding, yet challenging experience. With the Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman citing tens of thousands of small businesses entering and leaving the economy each year, it’s evident the number of budding entrepreneurs and hardworking business owners that need support in driving these businesses forward.

There is so much information out there for small businesses, that it can be difficult to navigate the wealth of information to understand what is credible and what is going to be most relevant to you.

When it comes to our restaurant partners, Menulog’s mission is to help them thrive! Restaurants are the backbone of the online food delivery industry and our goal is to support our restaurant partners, in whatever way we can, to drive profitable growth for their businesses.

In addition to the regular data and insight provided, we have collated some valuable resources that may be helpful in starting or growing a business, as well as helping to resolve any issues that arise in the dynamic and ever-changing restaurant industry.

Australian Government

Australia.gov.au is the best starting point for anyone looking for information and support with running a small business. There are a number of government organisations that provide different services for Australian businesses, including:

  • Business.gov.au – Provides templates and tools for Australian businesses
  • Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman – Assists and advocates for small businesses
  • Australian Competition and Consumer Commission – Provides information relating to advertising, competition, rights and other professional issues
  • Department of Industry, Innovation and Science – Provides information for setting up and running a home based business, information about insurance and worker’s compensation and intellectual property and, provides guides for marketing, business plans etc
  • Australian Securities and Investments Commission – Provides financial information such as guidance on cash flow, tax and superannuation

Links to these organisations and more can be found at https://www.australia.gov.au/information-and-services/business-and-industry/abn-acn-business-management/small-busines

Industry organisations

There are a number of non-government bodies and industry organisations across Australia designed to support businesses of all shapes and sizes. When it comes to the restaurant industry, peak bodies below play a key role in advocacy and advice for retailers in the food space. While many of these organisations offer a membership structure, becoming part of these organisations can provide a suite of benefits for businesses, including access to exclusive information and resource, courses and seminars, networking events, awards series and more.

Restaurant and Catering Australia – rca.asn.au/rca/

National Online Retailers Association – www.nora.org.au/

Business Media and influencers

There are a number of great publications and personalities that you can follow online, which offer insightful articles and tips for business owners. You can also tune into a number of shows on TV and radio, dedicated to small business advice, as well as a range of free podcasts. Below are a few to get you started:

Online publications

Influencers

TV and Radio

Podcasts

Menulog Analytics and Account Management  

Menulog can provide valuable data and insights on their local area so that they can better understand their customers and adapt their offering accordingly. Menulog’s on-ground team regularly visit restaurant partners with tools to help optimise their businesses. The team is supported by a local account management unit who leverage Menulog analytics to improve restaurant operations – this can be anything from adjusting opening hours to suit local demand, to helping with staffing and yield management.  

Menulog features a range of restaurant resources both on Menulog Partner Essentials and via Menulog Partner Hub.

If you would like to learn more about how Menulog can support your business, please email [email protected]

 

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