7 Shifts

JUNE 29, 2022

The FTC Rule largely pertains to franchisors supplying prospective franchisees with a franchise disclosure document – a document from franchisors providing 23 key information points to franchisees regarding need-to-know information about the business. These points include: Initial fees. Trademark rules. Franchisee's obligations.

Franchise 370

Franchise Franchising Restaurant Law Document 370

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 8, 2020

” Restaurant managers who develop clearly-documented policies, operational checklists, and clear communication systems can simplify the process for everyone. All of these policies should be clearly documented, and all employees should be required to read and sign-off on them. Employee well-being. Customer well-being.

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FOH BOH Front of House Employee Relations 507

ChowNow

MARCH 14, 2025

The best-run restaurants dont leave things to chancethey rely on clear processes, well-trained teams, and smart decision-making to avoid costly mistakes. Effective labor management means hiring the right people, providing thorough training , creating efficient schedules, and building a culture that keeps employees engaged.

Operations 195

Operations Management Management Front of House 195

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

This type of maintenance is typically the responsibility of specially trained technicians. This type of maintenance does not necessarily require specialized maintenance training, skills, or equipment to complete but it directly influences a customer’s first and lasting impression.

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Audits Equipment Food Safety Kitchen Safety 309

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.

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Restaurant Law Document Insurance Hiring 482

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 29, 2022

The byproduct is a feedback loop that enhances employee guidance and training, reduces shrink and carbon footprint, ensures the highest levels of store cleanliness and hygiene, and enables your teams to focus on and cater to consumers.

Operations 473

Operations Food Safety Kitchen Safety Front of House 473

7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

It’s ideal to conduct regular audits to make sure there aren’t unnecessary losses. As such, knowledge of the law and how to train staff to comply is crucial. Effective managers prioritize regular training sessions that cover responsible serving practices. Training is a crucial restaurant management skill.

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Bar Management Management Hiring 195

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. FSMA audits are on hold for now, but when the crowds return so will the audits.

Food Safety 362

Food Safety Audits Food Allergens 362

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. Audit your existing POS and check to see what PCI compliance standards they have. Train Staff in Best Practices. Guest Data.

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POS Audits Loyalty Program Information 370

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

High staff turnover of QSRs contributes to these challenges, with inconsistencies in training and varying levels of experience among staff risking the maintenance of food, health, and safety standards. By automating behind-the-scenes operations, staff are able to dedicate more time to training, compliance, and customer relations.

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Operations Food Safety Audits Customer Service 221

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 6, 2019

Third-party audit results can work in the same way. Are audit scores improving? For example, if there is an increase in the number of locations experiencing repeat fails on audits, a measurable KPI to establish may be to reduce the number of locations with repeat fails by 50 percent. Document the KPIs. Socializing KPIs.

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Food Safety Catering Fast Casual Food 284

Lavu

MARCH 7, 2025

Seasonal workers and new hires require ongoing security training, making consistent protection harder to maintain. Document and Submit Compile documentation of your security measures and scan results, then submit your completed SAQ to your payment processor or bank. How Does Lavu Help Restaurants with PCI Compliance?

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POS Guest Recovery Document Audits 78

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 10, 2023

Brands of all sizes must conduct regular safety and quality audits to ensure all locations are consistently compliant. In these traditionally in-person audits, inspectors often find issues that need to be corrected, and would tell the brand location’s operator what was wrong. The operator would then go correct the problems.

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Audits Operations Coaching Food Safety 221

Lavu

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Import payroll data, configure the system, and train your staff. These systems manage cash and card tip pooling , calculate tip-out percentages for different roles, and handle tax documentation like the 8027 Tip Income Report. Once you’ve chosen your software, setting it up and training your team are the next steps.

Tip Distribution 78

Tip Distribution Restaurant Law Employee Relations Cash Management 78

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 24, 2024

For restaurants, which often hire freelancers such as chefs, event planners and marketing professionals, this means meticulously documenting freelance agreements to avoid disputes and costly legal repercussions. Ensure all freelance engagements are documented, detailing the scope of work, payment terms and deadlines. R – Review.

Restaurant Law 221

Restaurant Law Hiring Audits Website Management 221

ChowNow

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Purchase Orders (POs) : Documents outlining what was ordered and the agreed price. Ensuring proper documentation of all AP transactions makes it easier to manage audits and stay compliant with regulations. Proper AP management ensures timely payments and helps maintain positive relationships with vendors.

Cash Management 195

Cash Management Document Restaurant Law Online Ordering 195

7 Shifts

AUGUST 18, 2024

Train Staff Proper training improves efficiency, which means you can have a leaner workforce without sacrificing customer service. So, train new hires properly by showing them how to use your POS, clearly articulate your customer service standards, and let them shadow other employees. Minimize breakages.

License 370

License Equipment POS Food Supply 370

7 Shifts

MAY 15, 2023

Updating your payroll records in case of an audit. Employee income is better documented, allowing them to qualify more easily for loans. In conjunction with charge tips on checks, weekly payroll provides audit transparency regarding direct and indirectly tipped employees. Paying employees what they are owed on time.

2023 195

2023 Tip Distribution Audits Restaurant Law 195

Lavu

MARCH 17, 2025

Reduce Waste : Track daily waste, use FIFO (First In, First Out), and train staff on portion control. Train staff on proper portioning techniques. Reduce Waste Train staff on portion control. Monitor and Adjust Inventory Regularly Conduct weekly inventory audits. Train employees on proper serving sizes.

Food 78

Food Waste Inventory Seasonal Menu 78

EATER

MARCH 3, 2022

After signing their lease, the Stockstills received a full menu of drink recipes from their upline, who also trained them on the extensive documentation that Herbalife required to keep the shop compliant. The company also requires new club owners to complete a training module on successfully operating a commercial business.

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Recruiting Small Business Social Media Consumer Goods 315

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 11, 2020

Tools to Simplify Staff Training. According to a US Foods survey, over 50 percent of US Foods restaurant operators said their trained servers and staff play a direct role in effectively increasing check averages in their business.* A comprehensive training program. SpotOn Secures $50M Funding. SpotOn Transact, Inc.,

Bar 386

Bar Cash Management Loyalty Program Point of Sale 386

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. Cultivating a library of tools for your new hires, such as company handbooks, checklists, and training manuals, can help you start off on the right foot. Tailor your hiring and recruiting practices.

Restaurant Law 131

Restaurant Law Recruiting Employee Relations Food Safety 131

Hot Schedules

JUNE 22, 2020

Edits to Posted Schedule & Schedule Audit Report. Managers can document changes to a posted schedule and notate if the change was voluntary or involuntary. The Schedule Audit Report provides documentation of schedule edits. Right to Rest.

Employee Relations 97

Employee Relations Restaurant Law Audits Customer Service 97

Sling

JANUARY 29, 2020

customer complaints, audits, process specifications, etc.). When you complete the planning process, it’s time to document your solutions. Formal documentation of policies. 4) Train Your Team. If the CAP focuses on an individual employee, the training may only occupy a few hours. Identify related issues.

Employee Relations 78

Employee Relations Document Training Audits 78

Crunchtime

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Inventory audit: different products and items run out of stock more quickly than others; standardizing the expectations for when and how frequently each product should be prepared or restocked. Employee training and onboarding: what training videos, paperwork, and other tasks need to be completed for each employee in each location?

Operations 78

Operations Audits Cash Management Food Safety 78

Notch

APRIL 11, 2019

Lay it all out and invite your employees to help shape the workplace (this is why it needs to be a living document, but more on that later). Remember that two of the top reasons employees leave restaurants are: 1) lack of quality training and, 2) the work is different from what they expected. Use simple language.

Document 67

Document Employee Relations Website Management Restaurant Law 67

Restaurant365

AUGUST 21, 2020

There are some general areas to focus on when starting to audit your human resources information systems (HRIS) and payroll systems. Cultivating a library of tools for your new hires, such as company handbooks, checklists, and training manuals, can help you start off on the right foot. Tailor your hiring and recruiting practices.

Blog 78

Blog Restaurant Law Recruiting Employee Relations 78

Future Food

JUNE 26, 2022

It is hard to plot a road map for the industry’s short and medium terms due to the non-stop challenges that face each specific sector, none bigger than the shortage of trained staff, increased operating costs, rent, and fitout costs.

Operations 78

Operations Food Hospitality Document 78

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. Train Your Staff At Regular Intervals.

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Document Customer Service Training Food Order 52

Sling

MAY 9, 2023

3) Create a restaurant operations manual If your business relies on unwritten rules and processes to get things done, it may be time to create a restaurant operations manual in which procedures are documented, clear, and available to all team members. This is especially important when training new employees.

Operations 78

Operations Loyalty Program Food Safety Front of House 78

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. Notably, lawsuits of this nature have yet to be documented, further encouraging restaurants to engage in charitable food donations. billion tons wasted annually.

Waste 78

Waste Food Compost Restaurant Law 78

Notch

APRIL 11, 2019

Lay it all out and invite your employees to help shape the workplace (this is why it needs to be a living document, but more on that later). Remember that two of the top reasons employees leave restaurants are: 1) lack of quality training and, 2) the work is different from what they expected. Use simple language.

Document 52

Document Employee Relations Website Management Restaurant Law 52

Xtra Chef

DECEMBER 11, 2019

A restaurant accountant’s responsibilities typically include the following tasks: Recording transactions in the general ledger —the master document for capturing financial transactions. Working with a trained accounting professional is a no-brainer for most restaurant operators. Analyzing ledger and journal entries. Ease-of-Use.

Cash Management 90

Cash Management Point of Sale Tip Distribution Inventory 90

Apicbase

MAY 18, 2022

In this article, we’ll cover: Intellectual property Business plan Manual for franchisees Franchise agreement Marketing strategy Partnership with franchisees Training The right technology Feedback loops Franchise support team. Devote enough time to training. We start with what’s most important: your brand. #1

Franchise 52

Franchise Franchising Sustainability Document 52

PathSpot

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Monitor CCPs: Regularly monitor and document the critical control points to ensure they stay within specified limits. Maintaining HACCP Compliance in Practice Let’s explore practical steps to maintain compliance in your food establishment: Training and Education : Ensure your staff is well-trained in HACCP principles and practices.

Food Safety 52

Food Safety Food Document Audits 52

PathSpot

OCTOBER 11, 2023

From recording temperature logs to documenting cleaning schedules, businesses must meticulously document every step of their food production process. While this documentation is essential for tracking and ensuring food safety, it can often feel burdensome. It can also prevent falsified, or pencil-whipping, documentation.

Food Safety 40

Food Safety Waste Food Document 40

PathSpot

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

This blog delves into the current food safety trends, underscoring how a commitment to food safety can significantly boost a restaurant’s success and drive ROI and hear excerpts from the Opus Training webinar on the RIO of Food Safety. Ultimately, this enhances operational efficiency and cultivates a skilled and dedicated workforce. “By

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