Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 11, 2024

The year 2024 promises a journey of adaptation and fierce competition for the restaurant industry as it manages stronger-than-expected economic data and slowing inflation while dealing with the headwinds of short labor supply, more demanding customers and an uncertain political environment. Brands find themselves at a pivotal juncture, where they have the opportunity to both captivate customers and secure their loyalty through a thoughtful blend of innovation and tradition.

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Sculpture Hospitality

APRIL 11, 2024

We're thrilled to share with you a must-listen (or watch) resource for anyone in the hospitality industry looking to elevate their inventory management game.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 11, 2024

The comeback of the food court and the impact of small treats were among the trends uncovered in Yelp’s first-ever Fastest Growing Brands report , which ranks brands that are growing the fastest on and off of Yelp. The top five food businesses that saw increases in consumer interest are: CAVA: +54 percent Scooter’s Coffee: +51 percent LongHorn Steakhouse: +38 percent The Habit Burger Grill: +29 percent Wawa: +88 percent The list highlights Challenger brands, which are not market leaders but a

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Chowly

APRIL 11, 2024

6 Tips to Make it Well-Worth Your Time- Conference season is upon us in the restaurant industry. We know that conferences can inspire a mixture of emotions — excitement, anxiety, curiosity. The more prepared you can be as a small-to-midsize restaurateur, the more you’ll gain from any business conference you attend. Here are a few tips for ensuring your time at restaurant conferences go smoothly and that you’ll get the most out of the conference. 1.

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There’s a new overtime salary threshold that will impact employers across the country. If you have an employee making less than $43,888 on July 1 or less than $58,656 on January 1, you’re going to have to start paying overtime. Download Paycor’s guide to learn: Which groups of employees are affected? How should you classify employees? Best ways to mitigate risk.

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Squirrel Systems

APRIL 11, 2024

Creating efficiencies at your restaurant using Mobile POS solutions Understanding how to keep your restaurant patio operations profitable requires a strategic look at your on-the-floor dynamics. Part of this strategy involves understanding the role your servers should be playing to accommodate more diners and ensure service functions efficiently without downplaying the guest experience.

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Apicbase

APRIL 11, 2024

Having the best POS system and a constant flow of customers might seem like a sure path to success, but without proper back-of-house management, your restaurants have little chance of making real money. Customers generate revenue, but effective back-of-house operations keep costs in check , ensuring that your restaurants are also profitable in the long term.

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The Rail

APRIL 11, 2024

By Eric Tress, Contributor If you are looking for an excellent tool to increase your restaurant’s reservations, email marketing is an effective advertising tool you should consider. According to research by Sopro, over 75% percent of consumers prefer to communicate with brands through email. Many restaurants invest in marketing when they notice low bookings or in the run-up to a low season.

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Evergreen

APRIL 11, 2024

The restaurant industry is a highly competitive and challenging business. With rising costs, changing consumer preferences, and increasing competition, it’s vital for restaurants to focus on profit maximization in order to stay competitive and grow.

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Revel Systems

APRIL 11, 2024

Customers tend to listen to other customers, and online reviews are hugely influential. It’s therefore more important than ever to be aware of what people are saying about your brand online.

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Advertiser: Paycor

There’s a new overtime salary threshold that will impact employers across the country. If you have an employee making less than $43,888 on July 1 or less than $58,656 on January 1, you’re going to have to start paying overtime. Download Paycor’s guide to learn: Which groups of employees are affected? How should you classify employees? Best ways to mitigate risk.

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Restaurant Business

APRIL 11, 2024

Average unit volume for the cookie chain declined 37% last year even as location count grew 41%. Per-store profits were cut by 58%.

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EATER

APRIL 11, 2024

“Nogave” is a sustainable alternative to agave nectar in cocktails, like the Margarita, Oaxaca Old-Fashioned and more. Here's how to make it.

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Restaurant Business

APRIL 11, 2024

The full-service chicken wing chain this week opened its 100th Go location and has franchisee commitments to open nearly 600 more of the takeout-focused restaurants.

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EATER

APRIL 11, 2024

The recipe on the back of the box has allowed me to recreate a piece of Karachi in three different countries “Biryani is an emotion,” said a friend of mine from across what some consider “enemy” borders in India, a country that once existed together with present-day Pakistan as part of a larger entity, and that has strong thoughts on some of our food claims.

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Restaurant Business

APRIL 11, 2024

A Deeper Dive: The chief executive of the minigolf-centric restaurant chain discusses how the chain focuses on higher-quality games and food.

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Chef's Resources

APRIL 11, 2024

The post User appeared first on Chefs Resources.

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Restaurant Business

APRIL 11, 2024

Taste Tracker: BWW adds a sauce to go; a snack and dip launches at Bojangles; strawberries top a sundae at Haagen-Dazs; and Potbelly kicks up the spice.

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Planet Grape

APRIL 11, 2024

The post 2022 J. Lohr Riverstone Chardonnay Arroyo Seco Monterey appeared first on planet grape® wine review.

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Advertiser: Paycor

There’s no way around it: sometimes employees need your help. Use this free template to clarify expectations, share resources, and set a timeline. Best case scenario, this process helps them improve. Worst case, your great recordkeeping keeps you compliant even if they move on. Download the template today!

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Restaurant Business

APRIL 11, 2024

Following a Senate vote to scuttle the new franchising standard, opponents are hoping to avert a presidential veto.

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Planet Grape

APRIL 11, 2024

The post 2022 Frescobaldi Masso Vivo Vermentino Toscana appeared first on planet grape® wine review.

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Restaurant Business

APRIL 11, 2024

The new drinks come in three flavors, each based on energy-boosting green tea and infused with real fruit.

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Restaurant Business

APRIL 11, 2024

The new drinks come in three flavors, each based on energy-boosting green tea and infused with real fruit.

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Beverage 85

Advertiser: Paycor

HR doesn’t exist in a vacuum. This work impacts everyone: from the C-Suite to your newest hire. It also drives results. Learn how to make it all happen in Paycor’s latest guide.

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