Tugas Wawancara Pedagang Bakso || Produk Kreatif Dan Kewirausahaan (PKK)

Summary

This interview features a local bakso vendor discussing the journey of building his business. He shares insights into his humble beginnings with small snacks, the strategies he uses to stay competitive in a crowded market, and how he maintains the quality of his dishes. The vendor also highlights the challenges faced, from customer fluctuations to staffing issues, and reflects on his goals for the future. Throughout the interview, he emphasizes perseverance, hard work, and faith as key values for anyone looking to start their own business. His story inspires others to pursue entrepreneurship with determination and a clear vision.

Takeaways

• 😀 The interview was conducted by a group of 12th-grade multimedia students from SMK Wina Bangsa Pesona with a local meatball vendor.
• 😀 The vendor initially sold snack foods like cilok (a type of Indonesian street food) before opening a meatball shop.
• 😀 The vendor's shop is located in Desa Buku Tengah and has been in business for several years.
• 😀 The main menu at the vendor's shop is meatballs, and they offer a variety of dishes with a focus on flavor and quality.
• 😀 One of the vendor's strategies for standing out in a competitive market is offering unique flavors, like the Lava Meatball for younger customers.
• 😀 The vendor's average daily sales range from 2 million to 3 million IDR when the shop is busy.
• 😀 The vendor invested around 10 million IDR to start the business, with 4 million IDR allocated for the meatball-related expenses.
• 😀 The vendor's shop operates from early in the day and closes at 11 PM, ensuring they serve customers for extended hours.
• 😀 To maintain food quality, the vendor ensures consistency in cooking and uses fresh ingredients for each batch of meatballs.
• 😀 The vendor has been running the meatball business since 2019 and has opened a second branch recently.
• 😀 The vendor emphasizes the importance of perseverance and hard work for anyone looking to start their own business, noting that challenges like low sales or staffing issues can be overcome with dedication.

Q & A

What is the name of the business owner interviewed in the transcript?

The business owner is not explicitly named in the transcript, but they are referred to as 'Bapak' (meaning Mr. in Indonesian).

What type of business does the interviewee run?

The interviewee runs a Bakso (Indonesian meatball soup) business.

What other business did the interviewee run before starting the Bakso business?

Before starting the Bakso business, the interviewee sold snacks such as Cilok (Indonesian meatball-like snack).

What is the signature dish or the specialty on the menu?

The signature menu item at the Bakso stall is Bakso Lava, a spicy meatball dish popular among younger customers.

What is the average daily revenue from the Bakso business?

On busy days, the average revenue is around 3 million IDR, and at a minimum, it's about 2 million IDR.

How did the interviewee start the Bakso business?

The interviewee started the Bakso business with an investment of approximately 4 million IDR and used their own capital.

How many menu options are available at the Bakso stall?

The Bakso stall offers a variety of menu options, though the specific number of items is not detailed in the transcript.

What are the hours of operation for the Bakso stall?

The Bakso stall operates until 11 PM every day.

What strategies does the interviewee use to maintain the quality of the food?

The interviewee ensures the quality of the food remains high, although the exact methods to maintain quality are not discussed in detail.

What challenges has the interviewee faced during the business operations?

One challenge mentioned is the difficulty of managing the business when there is a shortage of staff, which can impact the operations.

What is the target market for the Bakso business?

The primary target market includes students and local residents, with a focus on young people who prefer spicy food like Bakso Lava.

How does the interviewee promote the Bakso business?

The specific promotional strategies are not mentioned in detail, but the business aims to attract more customers through location and offerings.