Ep 7. Peninsula Resort

In Restaurant Takeover season 1 episode 7, viewers are introduced to the Peninsula Resort, a restaurant located at a golf course in Ontario, Canada. The restaurant has been struggling to attract customers due to its outdated menu and decor.

The episode begins with host and restaurateur, Willie Degel, arriving at the Peninsula Resort to assess the restaurant's issues. He meets with head chef, Chris, who is hesitant to make any changes to the menu, as it is a favorite among the few regular customers they have. Willie also meets with general manager, Andrea, and owner, Jim, who are both frustrated with the lack of business and the restaurant's stagnant reputation.

Willie quickly identifies several issues with the restaurant, including the outdated decor, lack of advertising, and unfocused menu. He also notices a lack of teamwork between the front-of-house and back-of-house staff.

To address these issues, Willie brings in his team of experts to help revamp the restaurant. Designer, Taniya Nayak, gives the space a much-needed update, incorporating modern decor that will appeal to a younger crowd. Marketing expert, Cheryl Fenton, comes up with a new advertising plan to attract more customers to the restaurant.

Meanwhile, Willie works closely with Chris to create a new menu that features fresh, locally-sourced ingredients. They also work on improving communication between the front-of-house and back-of-house staff to ensure a smoother service experience for diners.

As the episode progresses, tensions rise between the staff and the experts brought in by Willie. Chris is resistant to changing the menu and the front-of-house staff is unhappy with the new policies put in place by Willie. However, Willie is able to motivate the staff and build a better team dynamic, leading to a successful reopening night for the Peninsula Resort.

Overall, Restaurant Takeover season 1 episode 7 showcases the struggles of a restaurant and the steps that can be taken to turn it around. Despite initial resistance from the staff, Willie and his team are able to make significant changes to the Peninsula Resort, leading to a more profitable and successful restaurant.