For our RSO, we had commercial agency. For the agency, we chose the Jupiter’s Pizza. Jupiter’s Pizza is a restaurant, a bar, and an entertainment venue. Jupiter’s is owned by the company CMT Ventures. CMT Ventures also owns eight other establishments, including the original Jupiter’s, which is located in downtown Champaign. Because of its success, they opened a bigger one at a different location in Champaign. This is the location we visited in a strip mall called The Crossing.
Upon arriving at Jupiter's, we walked around the whole place to check it out. On the main floor when we walked in there was a bar, a lot of tables, several billiard tables and arcade games. We went downstairs and saw an extension of the main floor with another bar and more tables, arcade games and billiard tables. The top floor had a stage and many tables, which seemed to be used primarily for entertainment purposes. There was also a third bar. In addition to these features, there were TVs throughout the establishment and several outdoor areas. As soon as we walked in we realized that there was a wide variety of people. We saw families with young children, young people, young adults, and elders. Many people were in smaller groups but there were also a few larger groups.
When we went to Jupiter’s, we got to talk to several people there. We met the bar manager, Chris, who told us how the restaurant was run. We also met Kayla, who is an employee. They were really helpful in answering all of our questions. We started off by asking them how they got their job at Jupiter’s. They said that many employees get their job here by knowing someone already in the business. To work here, you need to submit an application and have a brief interview. Some of the positions available include waitress, hostess, bar tender, bar manager, bar back, food runner, and game fixer.
We also asked what kind of skills they need to work at Jupiter’s. Kayla emphasized teamwork because there are many employees that work together to keep things running smoothly. She also mentioned patience with customers and fellow employees, along with good communication skills. Another bartender said being a logical thinker and a good problem solver can be helpful.
Chris told us that Jupiter’s has been affected by the change in the economy, which has caused them to try some new things. They have tried new promotional techniques to bring more customers in. Kayla told us that something they’ve tried to bring more people is starting a comedy club every Thursday. The main audience for the club is 21 and older. They also have half price pizza Tuesday nights and have started selling grinders all day along because of their popularity.
We asked Chris and Kayla what they thought the main benefit they provide to the public is. They told us that there is something for everyone at Jupiter’s. Adults can enjoy a drink, children can play arcade games, and friends can chat over a pizza and play billiards. Another focus of Jupiter’s is hosting parties upstairs. They’ve held wedding receptions, family gatherings, and various types of parties.
Before we left we talked to Elaine, who has worked at Jupiter’s for one and a half years. Elaine told us that she loved her job because of all the great people she has worked with. She told us that she’s made all of her best friends here, along with her boyfriend. After sharing this brief conversation with these employees, we all thought it would be fun to work here. Their attitudes were positive, genuine and chill. We left Jupiter’s with a great impression of the agency, and we were glad for the opportunity to visit in person and learn about it.
They also have a website where we got most of the images of the agency. The website allows you to look up the menus, join the pool league, and even request a party online. The URL is as follows: http://jupiterspizza.com/index.html 
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