Only then did he relax and continue his report.
"The company originally planned to invest in an organic farm on the outskirts of Chengdu to ensure our restaurant’s ingredient quality is top-tier in the industry."
"As for the location of the new Zifei branch, we’re currently leaning toward Luhu Lake."
"However, it’s hard to find a suitable head chef. We’re still in talks with a few candidates."
"The renovations for the branch will take at least six months, with an estimated investment of no less than forty million."
Qi Sheng nodded. The organic farm was a must.
It would not only guarantee a stable and controllable supply of quality ingredients for the restaurants but also benefit him, his family, and his friends.
Opening a new branch was also imperative.
If he only relied on the old restaurant to make money, how long would it take for Qi Sheng to recoup his investment?
"Funding isn’t an issue, and I’ll take care of the talent acquisition."
Not even counting the tens of millions in Qi Sheng’s personal savings, the loan approved by China Construction Bank still had two hundred million available.
Launching the organic farm and the new Zifei branch projects simultaneously wouldn’t be a problem at all.
"As for you, from now on, you’ll hold the position of Vice General Manager of Zhuangyu Catering Company. You’ll be primarily responsible for the Zifei and Yu Tu brands."
"Your two most pressing tasks right now are to immediately finalize the site selection and renovation plans for the organic farm and the new Zifei location."
As Qi Sheng spoke, he silently spent twenty-five million.
He converted Jie Chao into a loyal employee and promoted him to Expert Level talent.
"Thank you, Chairman Qi!"
Overjoyed, Jie Chao quickly stood up and bowed. The weight on his shoulders finally lifted.
It was only a vice general manager position, but at least he wouldn’t have to pack his things and leave.
"I have faith in your abilities.
For the company’s daily management, you’ll coordinate with Yuan Li.
As for finances, Director Lei Ting will be overseeing them."
Qi Sheng didn’t want to assign too many Expert Level talents to the tiny Zhuangyu Catering Company.
He already had Yuan Li, a Master Level talent in corporate management.
Qi Sheng only needed to provide the grand vision; he could leave the specific execution to her.
Following the principle that the able should do more work,
Qi Sheng appointed Lei Ting to simultaneously serve as the financial director for Zhuangyu Catering, Shengxuan Decoration, and Shengxuan Real Estate.
He was a capitalist, after all. It would be strange if he didn’t exploit his employees.
Of course, when it came to salary and benefits,
Qi Sheng would definitely not shortchange Lei Ting.
"Understood. I’ll coordinate well with President Yuan and President Lei."
Jie Chao naturally understood the importance of the company’s finances.
It was perfectly normal for Qi Sheng to place his own people inside the company.
"Zhuangyu Catering will have a heavy burden, especially with the organic farm, which needs to be established as soon as possible."
"In the future, the ingredients for Spicy King, Zifei, and our other restaurants will all be supplied by the farm."
"This will ensure the quality of our ingredients far surpasses our competitors."
"The Spicy King in Taikoo Li... that’s your restaurant too, boss?"
Jie Chao was extremely surprised, even a little delighted.
As someone in the restaurant industry, there was no way he hadn’t heard of Spicy King.
He had even made a special trip to visit, drawn by its reputation.
He wanted to see for himself what magic this brand, hailed as the pinnacle of Chengdu hot pot, possessed to earn such widespread acclaim.
After going, he had made Spicy King his top choice for hot pot.
"Yes. Spicy King is about to undergo a large-scale expansion, with no fewer than twenty new branches planned. The demand for ingredients will be huge."
"Yuan Li is primarily in charge of the Spicy King brand."
"Although you two have different responsibilities, you still need to work together and cooperate."
"If there’s anything you can’t handle, contact me, and I’ll send you more manpower."
As the boss, Qi Sheng only needed to know how to delegate to the right people.
"Yes, boss."
Jie Chao also felt a bit more confident about the future.
Given Spicy King’s immense popularity, their organic farm would naturally have no trouble selling its produce.
The real question was whether they could even meet Spicy King’s demand for ingredients.
...
After sending Jie Chao off, Qi Sheng called for the "three little ones."
The trio arrived, chattering away excitedly.
They didn’t notice at all that the waitress was being far more enthusiastic with them than with other customers.
"Ladies, the boss is in the private room. I won’t disturb you."
As the waitress in the blue dress left, the three girls exchanged bewildered glances.
’Since when did he become the boss here?’
The moment they pushed open the door to the private room, Du Xinxin flew into Qi Sheng’s arms like a swallow returning to its nest.
"You big jerk, so you do have a conscience after all. I can’t believe you actually remembered us."


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