Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 11, 2024

To embrace the opportunities of the new year, restaurants should prioritize three key resolutions: embracing new customer experiences, emphasizing sustainability initiatives, and revisiting fundamental aspects of their operations. Focus on Sustainability The impact of food waste is staggering, with U.S.

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Focus POS

DECEMBER 3, 2019

Sustainability is about cutting costs, eliminating waste, and improving your bottom line. Everything from proper inventory and vendor management to optimal energy and paper consumption is vital to creating a sustainable restaurant environment that is running as lean and clean as possible. Cut the Waste. Shop Smart.

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The Restaurant Times

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Sustainability is a concept that has gained popularity everywhere, including in the restaurant industry. When it comes to food trucks, a lack of sustainability can give rise to multiple problems. Setting up a sustainable food truck is, therefore, a new concept. . 7 Ways To Set Up A Sustainable Food Truck.

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The Rail

JANUARY 1, 2024

One of these is your attitude to waste. It’s no wonder, then, that more restaurants are training their staff in zero-waste methods. Let’s explore why zero-waste training is essential and how you can best approach it. This means that every wasted portion of ingredients impacts your profit margins.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Integrating IoT devices and connectivity drives efficiency, enhances food safety, mitigates risks, increases transparency, reduces waste, and provides many other benefits for restaurants. Optimizing shelf life and reducing waste. restaurants waste an astonishing $57 billion each year on uneaten food? Did you know that U.S.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 14, 2024

By leveraging predictive analytics, AI provides planners with deep insights into guest preferences, optimizes inventory management, and significantly cuts waste. This precision in forecasting addresses one of the industry's major challenges—excess inventory and waste—head-on.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 2, 2022

To maximize your existing resources: Reduce food waste. Restaurants toss a jaw-dropping 22-33 billion pounds of food each year, and food waste costs the hospitality industry an astonishing $100 billion annually. With prices skyrocketing, restaurants should focus on eliminating food waste. Use what you have. in one tech stack.

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Apicbase

APRIL 28, 2023

Every report on food waste is a jaw-dropper. Food waste is a monumental problem with massive consequences. An estimated 32% of all food produced worldwide is lost or wasted from farm to fork (some reports even say between 40-50%). Food loss and waste represent about $940 billion in annual economic losses. on food costs.

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Culinary Digital

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

We also discuss how modern approaches have improved consumption habits and nutritional awareness – while, resolving issues around wastage and costs and promoting sustainable practices for all. Global agriculture wastes over 28% of its products, according to reports. ranks 13th. is far from ideal. Annually, the U.S.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Technology Integration – Restaurants leveraged AI, IoT, 5G, and quantum computing to optimize operations, enhance inventory management, streamline supply chains, improve food safety, and more. These initiatives aligned with the broader sustainability movement and demonstrated a commitment to responsible business practices.

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Touch Bistro

MAY 10, 2021

And one area that is often overlooked is the question of how to reduce food waste in restaurants. Food waste costs restaurants a staggering $162 billion per year , and in America alone, restaurants generate as much as 33 billion pounds of food waste per year. Different Types of Restaurant Food Waste.

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Lavu

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

By comprehending the financial dynamics at play, restaurateurs can make informed decisions that contribute to their overall profits and sustainability. This involves sourcing wholesale ingredients, reducing waste, and adjusting menu prices as needed. To enhance profits, effective food cost management is key.

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Culinary Digital

MAY 6, 2024

A streamlined menu serves as a cornerstone of enhanced cost management within a restaurant or food service establishment, bringing about a range of strategic advantages that can significantly impact the financial health and sustainability of the business. Ingredient Cost Control The heart of efficient inventory management lies in simplicity.

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Xtra Chef

NOVEMBER 20, 2019

The holiday season can be a boon for many restaurants, but it can also exacerbate an issue that plagues the restaurant industry all year long: food waste. The Issue of Food Waste in the Restaurant Industry. Food waste in the restaurant industry is real. million tons of food waste annually.

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The Restaurant Times

JULY 28, 2021

As per the Food Sustainability Index, a person wastes 494 pounds of food per year in the UAE, which is way higher than in the USA and Europe. High food waste is not just bad for restaurants, it also impacts the environment and food security significantly. Thus, there arises a need for an efficient waste management system. .

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 27, 2023

These shifts in food sourcing and menu development are more than mere nods to environmental stewardship; they represent strategic efforts to meet the demands of health-conscious consumers who are looking for sustainable dining experiences.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 7, 2023

Energy-efficient walk-in coolers contribute to sustainable practices and environmental conservation. Easy Access and Inventory Management The large doors of walk-in coolers allow for easy access to stored items, making it convenient for staff to retrieve what they need. Here are key steps involved in the installation process: 1.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 18, 2024

Experiential dining, plant-based menus and sustainability were hot topics in the Les Dames d’Escoffier International (LDEI) 2023 Trends Report. Environmental Consciousness – Consumer awareness and desire for more sustainable options is encouraging upcycling and waste reduction efforts that are good for business and good for the planet.

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Culinary Digital

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

A streamlined menu serves as a powerful tool in the ongoing battle against food wastage, and it achieves this by implementing several key mechanisms that harmoniously contribute to waste reduction. This concise ingredient list simplifies inventory management, maintaining tighter control over stock levels.

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Culinary Cues

DECEMBER 17, 2020

There are short-term band aid solutions such as takeout, delivery, or even conversion into retail markets where wine inventories and local necessities take over space once occupied by diners, but they are not a replacement for a steady turn of tables. Even the best operators are at a loss for solutions.

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Cheetah

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

Boost your profit, plan your inventory, reduce food waste, and overcome the labor shortage with help from Cheetah! This month Cheetah got in touch with some of the area’s restaurateurs leading the industry in community involvement and sustainability.

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Apicbase

JANUARY 4, 2023

To manage their costs and increase efficiency, more and more food service companies are working with an inventory management system for F&B. By combining a GPO with top-notch inventory management software, restaurants can save costs , improve efficiency , and increase customer satisfaction. Let’s get started! Calculation.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 1, 2023

Everything from decreasing food waste to exploring how automation can increase revenue for small business restaurants is related to BOH procedures. They include restaurant management tips for cutting costs, decreasing food waste, and much more. Here are some back of office trends to watch for in 2023.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

QSRs are also addressing sustainability and health concerns. There's also a growing momentum towards zero-waste operations that are both environment-friendly and economically sensible. They can swiftly handle orders, manage table allocations, and track inventory in real-time, reducing wait times and preventing stock shortages.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 18, 2022

People ( especially millennials ) are increasingly interested in sustainability and want to support brands that are aligned with their values. Increasingly, sustainability is also a critical factor for potential investors who want to align with brands who are doing the right thing for their employees, community, and planet.

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Sante

JANUARY 12, 2020

Hoshizaki’s award-winning MODwater dispenser not only delivers four types of water instantly, it also provides costs savings and reduces plastic waste. Customers not only anticipate cost savings by no longer having to buy/deliver bulky dispenser bottles, but also a drastic reduction in plastic water bottle waste.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

QSRs operate in a competitive and highly complex business space, so one of the highest priorities for these organizations is creating strategic plans that will reduce food waste to avoid lost revenue and wastage disposal fees. According to Rethink Food Waste Through Economics and Date , the U.S. restaurant sector generates 11.4

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Culinary Cues

MAY 4, 2022

Excessive waste is a sign of disrespect for those involved in the process of getting those ingredients to you. It might be sustainability, waste management, protection of traditions, a pursuit of excellence, authenticity, or connection with the source of ingredients, etc. We owe them our respect and care.

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Sustainability Beyond the Plate

JUNE 30, 2017

The Food Service Tecnology Center (FSTC) held two educational seminars in June covering the relationship between food and energy waste. The big take-away: “Reduce” is by far the most cost effective and sustainable approach to cutting food waste. Specifically, if you cook less food, does that lower the energy bill?

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MBB Hospitality

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Implementing Food Costing Solutions With the right food costing solutions, restaurants can turn a meticulous eye to their inventory and procurement processes. Leveraging technology can streamline these processes, reducing waste and ensuring precise portion control.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 12, 2021

The benefits of a digital workplace can put restaurants in a better position to increase profits, reduce waste, and experience greater growth. Digitally Enabled Restaurants Have Less Waste. Every year, 22 to 33 billion pounds of food goes to waste in restaurants.

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Apicbase

APRIL 18, 2024

A restaurant’s raw data includes sales numbers, inventory data, ingredient pricing, recipe quantities and units, and financial figures. For example, a regular report on your inventory variance tells you the difference between your actual and expected inventory. Restaurant reports turn raw data into useful information.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 2, 2019

I t’s no secret that the key to sustainability in restaurants is managing limited resources and keeping your operations clean and safe. The bottom line: clarity around sustainability, food preparation and safety is essential. As consumers demand more transparency about sustainability, turn your operations into an advantage.

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Culinary Digital

JANUARY 2, 2024

From kitchen operations to customer experience, from sustainability to brand identity, we’ll delve into how a streamlined menu can be your recipe for success. Part 3: Minimized Food Wastage: Your organization gains a better grip on inventory control through a simplified menu.

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The Rail

MAY 15, 2024

Supply chain management , inventory control, and minimizing food waste are key strategies to lower overhead costs and offer savings to customers. In the restaurant kitchen, automated food prep systems, robotic assistants, and inventory management software optimize efficiency and quality.

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Cheetah

MARCH 26, 2020

As the industry is fumbling to get by during the coronavirus outbreak, restaurant owners are struggling to liquidate surplus inventory in an effort to cut losses. Here are 6 creative ways to turn sitting inventory into sellable produce and sustain cash flow during these difficult times.

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Ken Burgin

JUNE 6, 2023

Business Operations Overview : Create comprehensive educational content about restaurant operations like supply chain management, inventory control, and financial management. Kitchen Management: Create content on kitchen organisation, effective workstation set-up, and inventory management to ensure smooth kitchen operations.

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