Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Please send questions to Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine Executive Editor Barbara Castiglia at bcastiglia@modernrestaurantmanagement.com. Here’s a deeper look at each: Constant Auditing of Invoices. The use of electronic invoice auditing also is increasing with foodservice operators.

Audits 233

Audits Food Supply Supplies Pricing 233

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

However, maintaining speed of service whilst managing costs and ensuring compliance poses significant challenges for QSRs. Efficient process management platforms automate and streamline the required tasks an organisation must undergo to remain compliant, such as cleaning and safety.

Operations 88

Operations Food Safety Audits Customer Service 88

PathSpot

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Ensure Compliance with Revolutionary Technology Managing food safety in a global food business requires strict adherence to industry guidelines like HACCP, BRC, IFS, and the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI). However, global food businesses encounter unique challenges when managing food safety across various countries and their criteria.

Food Safety 52

Food Safety Management Management Audits 52

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Some restaurant brands have started successfully utilizing microlearning platforms, learning management systems, AI, and gamification to provide interactive, engaging training opportunities for their employees. Since the COVID pandemic, hourly employee (crew, kitchen manager, service manager) turnover is higher than usual, around 194 percent.

Food Safety 189

Food Safety Kitchen Safety Loyalty Program Employee Relations 189

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 24, 2024

B Corp Certification, a credential bestowed by the non-profit organization B Labs, is a way for businesses to address those concerns and more as they undertake an in-depth auditing process, and come out with a seal of authenticity around their sustainability and social responsibility claims and a branding kit to help promote it.

Certification 88

Certification Fast Casual Front of House Sustainability 88

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 29, 2022

Restaurant management and operations personnel are always on the search for proactive ways to increase operational efficiency and reduce waste while complying with local regulations. For risk mitigation and asset protection, it is impossible to manage what you cannot inspect. Automating Workflow Management.

Operations 189

Operations Food Safety Kitchen Safety Front of House 189

7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

Most restaurants will file this information away in the back office or in a cloud-based HR platform, but it's critical you audit who has access to this information and for what purposes. The best way to keep passwords safe is by using a password manager designed for businesses such as 1Password or Dashlane. Guest Data. PCI Compliance.

POS 370

POS Audits Loyalty Program Information 370

Margin Edge

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

There are three primary ways for restaurants to pay their bills: manually writing checks (stuffing, licking, stamping envelopes, and taking them to the post office), using credit cards or digital banking, and lastly using a third-party provider like Bill.com, QuickBooks, or your restaurant management system (RSM).

Management 98

Management Management Cash Management Front of House 98

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 14, 2020

Some of these marketplace collection laws were hastily enacted and state revenue agencies may still be issuing guidance, determining audit enforcement practices, and resolving practical implementation issues as they arise. However, qualification to opt-out and the necessary documentation to do so varies from state to state. Exclusions.

Restaurant Law 207

Restaurant Law Presentation Audits Coupons 207

Crunchtime

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Historically, operators have relied on paper checklists and field management teams to roll out and enforce their standard restaurant operating procedures and as part of their retail operations management. Standard restaurant operating procedures help staff and leadership do their jobs better and ultimately, make customers happier.

Operations 78

Operations Audits Cash Management Food Safety 78

7 Shifts

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Restaurants and managers don’t own and can’t keep their employees’ tips. In Colorado, restaurants must clearly display a notice if these charges go to the restaurant or managers. Paying out tips to managers or supervisors: even if they helped with tipped duties, managers cannot receive money from the tip pool.

Tip Distribution 221

Tip Distribution Restaurant Law Employee Relations 2023 221

Restaurant365

JUNE 11, 2020

D&D Management Enterprises is a Jimmy John’s restaurant franchisee group with 30 locations in Utah and South Carolina, and is adding new stores every year. In addition to serving great food, D&D Management Enterprises makes it a priority to serve its community, viewing each day as a new opportunity to do good and make a difference.

Management 78

Management Management Document Demo 78

7 Shifts

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Restaurants and managers don’t own and can’t keep their employees’ tips. In Colorado, restaurants must clearly display a notice if these charges go to the restaurant or managers. Paying out tips to managers or supervisors: even if they helped with tipped duties, managers cannot receive money from the tip pool.

Tip Distribution 195

Tip Distribution Restaurant Law Employee Relations 2023 195

PathSpot

JANUARY 17, 2024

Let’s see how these innovations change the industry, help manage costs, and offer real-time insights. Understanding the Back-Of-House Operations BOH operations are crucial, and technology plays a pivotal role in streamlining these operations, offering advanced solutions for food safety, temperature controls, and inventory documentation.

Back of House 52

Back of House BOH Operations Food Safety 52

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 6, 2020

Often the upsell from franchisors and service providers includes seemingly convenient, useful, and “free” extras like employee handbooks, wage and hour policies, and employment forms, but these one-size-fits-all documents are often tailored to federal law and don’t account for changes in California law.

Restaurant Law 193

Restaurant Law Document Insurance Hiring 193

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 16, 2020

However, while there have been documented problems associated with poorly managed fish farms, modern, ethically managed aquaculture with carefully controlled conditions is still considered by scientists to be one of the best ways for humans to meet the growing demand for animal protein with minimal environmental damage.

Sourcing 189

Sourcing Sustainability Certification Food 189

Hot Schedules

JUNE 22, 2020

Setting an advance notice period in the Above Store Console will help managers know when to make a change without incurring a penalty. Edits to Posted Schedule & Schedule Audit Report. Managers can document changes to a posted schedule and notate if the change was voluntary or involuntary. Right to Rest.

Employee Relations 97

Employee Relations Restaurant Law Audits Customer Service 97

Restaurant365

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

No matter what laws your restaurant group falls under, it is beneficial to prioritize recordkeeping and audit trails to demonstrate compliance with labor and pay regulations. The ACA requires employers to offer full-time employees compliant health insurance coverage and document this offer for the IRS. Conclusion.

Restaurant Law 146

Restaurant Law Audits Point of Sale Insurance 146

Lavu

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Proper food waste management is crucial in this regard, involving practical tips such as conducting a waste audit to identify areas where waste can be minimized. A POS system is not just about taking orders; it’s a powerful tool for efficient inventory management.

Waste 78

Waste Food Compost Audits 78

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 30, 2020

To make sure consumer health and safety is prioritized, operators should be auditing lots for quick repairs, adjusting signage to control traffic, as well as taking care of outside factors like city permits and permissions. Auditing Lots for Damage and Quickly Conducting Repairs.

Outdoor 210

Outdoor Audits Dine-in Seating 210

Restaurant365

DECEMBER 17, 2020

Accuracy in these numbers is key to remaining compliant in case of an audit. The IRS has always done audits for organizations on employment tax issues, which included reviewing Form W-9 and 1099 compliance. As a result, Form 1099 audits are becoming more common. State-level interest in increased audits stems from a couple areas.

Audits 78

Audits Document 2020 Delivery 78

Sling

MAY 9, 2023

ADD_THIS_TEXT Restaurant operations (or RO for short) is the collective term for all the activities that go into managing a food-service business — everything from the daily responsibilities that need to be done to the long-term planning that keeps the business on track. This is especially important when training new employees.

Operations 78

Operations Loyalty Program Food Safety Front of House 78

The Food Corridor

MAY 12, 2021

based Client Success Manager for a full-time, fully remote position. TFC is a software as a service (SaaS) providing online booking, invoicing, payment processing, client compliance management, and billing all within a seamless, efficient platform. Manage clients’ subscriptions and purchases. The Food Corridor is seeking a U.S.-based

Hiring 76

Hiring Management Management Food 76

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 25, 2020

As of March 18, 2020, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has suspended onsite audit requirements associated with the FSMA due to the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic. FSMA audits are on hold for now, but when the crowds return so will the audits. Use this time to prepare your staff for audits. Know the Drill.

Food Safety 145

Food Safety Audits Food Allergens 145

Hot Schedules

OCTOBER 5, 2018

As Predictive Scheduling legislation spreads across the nation, we continue to build new features that help managers meet their compliance obligations. Manager Tip: Broadcast messages are a great way to let your whole team know that they can join the Voluntary Standby List. This feature is available and ready to use today!

Document 94

Document Webinar Audits Mobile Ordering 94

Crunchtime

OCTOBER 3, 2019

Ask for their SSAE 18 documentation. SSAE stands for Statement on Standards for Attestation Engagements , which is overseen by The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and more specifically the Auditing Standards Board (ASB). How do your technology partners show that you can trust them?

Technology 94

Technology Audits Document 2019 94

PathSpot

DECEMBER 19, 2023

These limits ensure that the hazard is effectively managed. Monitor CCPs: Regularly monitor and document the critical control points to ensure they stay within specified limits. Monitoring and Documentation: Implement a robust monitoring system for your CCPs. Be vigilant, especially when introducing new ingredients or processes.

Food Safety 52

Food Safety Food Document Audits 52

Future Food

JUNE 26, 2022

We bring a specialised skill set to EOI Strategy Development and RFP Management, through in-depth knowledge of market conditions, trusted relationships with best practice food and hospitality operators, current industry expectations and unique and forward-thinking strategies to achieve solutions-focussed outcomes.

Operations 78

Operations Food Hospitality Document 78

PathSpot

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

ROI On Data Documentation Restaurants need help in ensuring third-party handlers and delivery services adhere to food safety protocols. By leveraging technology and comprehensive training, restaurants can enhance operational efficiency, build customer trust and loyalty, and manage regulatory compliance more effectively.

Food Safety 40

Food Safety BOH Food Webinar 40

Restaurant365

AUGUST 19, 2020

There are some general areas to focus on when starting to audit your human resources information systems (HRIS) and payroll systems. Teaching your policies, training your managers, and educating your employees about your code of conduct can help you respond quickly and transparently to any complaints that arise. Payroll Best Practices.

Restaurant Law 131

Restaurant Law Recruiting Employee Relations Food Safety 131

Sling

JANUARY 29, 2020

At first glance, many managers may think that a corrective action plan is part of employee discipline or employee development. With a written strategy in place, you and your team can monitor, manage, develop, improve, and evolve your solutions much easier — and more successfully — than if you randomly tried different approaches.

Employee Relations 78

Employee Relations Document Training Audits 78

Hot Schedules

OCTOBER 27, 2020

These are the core fundamental administrative areas that every small business needs to manage in order to function properly and minimize risk. Manage Increasing COVID-19 Cleaning Costs in Hospitality. HR administration. Employee benefits services. Tax administration. Risk & compliance assistance. Dan McHenry. McHenry Consulting.

Small Business 148

Small Business Employee Relations Mobile Ordering 2020 148

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 31, 2020

Still, it is well-documented that eating clean, nutrient-dense foods without foreign chemicals like preservatives or pesticides has beneficial long-term effects on the mind, body, and overall well-being. There is a sophisticated auditing and reporting system that must be followed with the strictest discipline.

Food 238

Food Food Supply Franchise Franchising 238

Restaurant365

SEPTEMBER 30, 2019

The accounts payable platform acts as a document repository for invoices and other paperwork as it comes into the restaurant. All approval process workflows are accessible through a centralized email or dashboard, and an audit log tracks all decisions. Physical paper invoices are scanned or photographed from mobile or desktop devices.

Audits 60

Audits Cash Management Mobile Ordering Point of Sale 60

Xtra Chef

MAY 13, 2020

AP for restaurants is notoriously difficult to manage, ridden with complications that arise from handling, organizing, and transporting paper from invoices that originate in a busy, messy back of house. To operate efficiently, update the outdated, arduous process of AP management to match today’s reality.

Front of House 79

Front of House Back of House FOH BOH 79

The Restaurant Times

AUGUST 31, 2020

Hence, restaurant operators in Saudi Arabia must have a restaurant operations manual in place that documents the entire service standards. . The various ways by which to ensure that the restaurant service standards are followed are: Document The Expected Restaurant Service Standards. Follow Up At Regular Intervals.

Document 52

Document Customer Service Training Food Order 52

Xtra Chef

AUGUST 26, 2020

With an accounting degree and 8 years of General Manager experience at the height of Austin’s restaurant boom, Stubbs started approaching young restaurants to offer a hand with their books in 2011. A very basic, yet financially sound, CoA documents a system of credits and debits. Accounting is the language of business,” explains Wang.

Point of Sale 112

Point of Sale Article Book 2011 112