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New 2D Barcodes Offer Easy Access to Dynamic Information for Food Traceability and More

Modern Restaurant Management

The 2D barcode can also contain data such as country of origin, fair trade, farm-to-fork sourcing details, ingredients, allergens, batch and lot numbers, and just about any information that is deemed useful, all made readily accessible with a quick scan. What’s My Role?

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AI Is Revolutionizing the Food Industry

Modern Restaurant Management

With AI, food companies can calm ingredients that trigger allergens. Food Waste Reduction The World Economic Forum estimates that humanity wastes about 74 kg (163 pounds) of food per person, per year. It's already helping to prevent supply chain shortages and eliminate food waste.

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Key Takeaways from the 2022 FDA Food Code

Modern Restaurant Management

Many of the key changes in the 2022 Food Code relate to food allergens. These concerns reflect FDA’s increasing commitment to ensuring that Americans with allergies are aware of the potential allergens in their foods and impose commensurate duties on restaurants and food producers in order to further that commitment. .”

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How to pass a food safety inspection

Tableo

Regulations may cover topics such as allergen management, food handling, storage, temperature control, hygienic practices and pest control. Personal hygiene, food handling and storage, cleaning and sanitation, equipment upkeep and pest control should all be included in these standards. Read more about food allergens on the FDA website.

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Restaurant cleanliness: Importance of cleaning & sanitation in food industry

Clover - Restaurants

Kitchen equipment is visibly dirty. Dirty rags are used to clean food contact surfaces and equipment. Employees aren’t wearing personal protective equipment. Kitchen equipment such as freezers, ovens, ranges, and other large equipment should also be regularly deep cleaned. Walk-in freezers are poorly maintained.

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Dining Trends for 2024

Modern Restaurant Management

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. Allergen awareness is driving demand for alternatives in many food and beverage categories making more options available for consumers.

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How to Maximise Your Restaurant Profit Margin: 5 Key Strategies

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They also include variable costs such as food costs, hourly staff wages, and equipment maintenance. It tells you how efficient or wasteful your operations are, helping you reduce waste and lower your food costs. Your expenses include overheads like rent, staff salaries, and utility bills.