Culinary Cues

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

In the kitchen – work responsibilities are divided into oversight and action positions – the number depending on the scope of the restaurant menu and the size of the operation, but basically there are chefs, cooks, and support staff. This includes back waiters, bus personnel, and bartenders.

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Culinary Cues

MAY 1, 2023

I have seen pride in the eyes of a line cook who finished plating a beautiful menu item as it was presented in the pass, and the look of appreciation when the team of dishwashers was offered a special employee meal – a meal that said: “We couldn’t do it without you.” I could not think of a career more rewarding than being a cook and a chef.

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Culinary Cues

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Think back in personal time. Do you remember when you first discovered how to snap your fingers or whistle? What about that moment when the training wheels came off and you were able to balance and ride your bike independently? Whether a public display of pride was evident – you were beaming inside. Talk with them and dig deeper.

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Clover - Restaurants

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Whether your business is a regular destination for the happy hour set or you’re just thinking about your menu design, embracing new ideas can keep regulars coming back and help grow your business. You may already have experimented with seasonal or novel drink offerings–or with including mocktails on your menu.

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Culinary Cues

DECEMBER 28, 2021

From the moment you walk through that back entrance you are captivated by the dynamics of the environment, the structure of the operation, and the sensation of being enveloped by its alluring magic. You know exactly what to do, how to keep the rhythm, when to pull back or push forward, and how to keep the cooks, your cooks, calm and focused.

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7 Shifts

AUGUST 6, 2021

Staff scheduling, inventory management, menu analysis , guest satisfaction, profitability, and so much more rest on the shoulders of accurate restaurant forecasting. When successful, they keep a restaurant in the black - but they require time, dedication, and a good bit of math to get right. Table of Contents. Profit Estimation.

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Ken Burgin

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Inflation is back, following dramatic rises in energy costs, wages and all the food & beverage supplies we purchase. When Should You Increase Menu Prices? What to Consider When Deciding to Raise Menu Prices. And profitability is suffering. So how do you put up prices with confidence and style? Profits follow accordingly.

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7 Shifts

JULY 12, 2024

Train your staff to use ingredients efficiently and plan your menu to minimize waste. By finding the right balance, you can avoid these pitfalls and ensure your business stays profitable. Reduce your bills by opting for energy-efficient appliances and lighting. Your inventory is one aspect to keep track of to avoid overordering.

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ChowNow

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

5 Engaging Restaurant Social Media Ideas: Feature your staff: Feature a member of your staff—front-of-house, back-of-house, or management—and highlight their role or story. His favorite dish on our menu is the shrimp scampi with lemon butter sauce. Order tonight to try it out for yourself!”

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 15, 2023

Streamlining back-of-house tasks Krusteaz Professional’s Ready to Bake Batters in a bag allow operators to make multiple dessert options using one versatile product. By starting with Ready to Bake Batters, back-of-house staff can prepare craveable, scratch-quality desserts while reducing prep time.

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Restaurant Engine

MARCH 29, 2023

Really use your menu item descriptions to drive customer engagement at your restaurant. Most likely, you built your restaurant around your menu. Most likely, you built your restaurant around your menu. As a result, you spent a lot of time thinking about each dish you would add to your menu.

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7 Shifts

DECEMBER 18, 2019

It’s December, and the air is seasoned with the scent of cinnamon, spice, and everything nice. January is fast-approaching, and hot lunch spots will soon be back on the mind of every highschool and college student in your area. Want to capture the hungry, back-to-school lunch crowd for January? is a common one.)

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 24, 2022

When properly deployed, they can transform the employee experience by improving daily operations, syncing front-of-house and back-of-house communication and execution, and delivering a memorable dining experience that won’t send staff to the walk-in cooler for a good cry. Hospitality is greater than the sum of its parts.

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Culinary Cues

MAY 28, 2022

Some may be just starting out while others are seasoned veterans. The most important room in a home is the kitchen. This is the hub of activity, the space that portrays unity, defines tradition, nourishes the body and mind, and sets the tone for communication. In both cases, there is a high level of stress in restaurant work.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 11, 2021

With colder weather right around the corner for many parts of the country, now is the time for restaurant owners to utilize their POS technology to maximize outdoor dining profits and capitalize on the end of summer season. Actionable Insights Gathered by POS Data.

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EATER

MAY 12, 2022

The menu at Ticonderoga Club in Atlanta | Sasso & Co. But a handful of restaurants are changing that by presenting customers with visually thoughtful illustrated menus that are more than worthy of their place on the dining room table. The menu cover at Manhatta in New York City. “I Cocktail bars like Death & Co.,

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SpotOn

MAY 13, 2024

As the summer season approaches, bringing with it longer days and warmer weather, restaurants have a golden opportunity to welcome waves of customers looking for memorable dining experiences.  “Many of our venues are seasonal and lean towards daytime vibes—brunch, patios, pools, piers, etc. We can help.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 18, 2023

Brian, the executive chef, changes Ronin’s menu daily to reflect the best of the week’s harvest. With a location in the heart of a downtown area and the limitations of operating in a century-old Ice House, the Lights anticipated the need for adaptability to maximize space. It's the tables!

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 11, 2024

Similarly, Taco Bell Cantina is also reinventing its dining journey by offering a shareables section on its menus, showcasing local artwork, opening kitchens, and serving alcoholic drinks like twisted freezes. Additionally, digital menus and order-ahead options enhance convenience and offer personalized customization.

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SpotOn

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Fall is just around the corner, and that means one thing—pumpkin spice season is back. Data from SpotOn restaurant POS users shows that between May 15 and July 15, 2024, restaurants across the country added 482 “pumpkin” items to menus. After This year, restaurants are getting ahead of the game.

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EATER

DECEMBER 22, 2021

Chef Samuel Clonts and general manager Raymond Trinh created their version of the dish as an ode to their Arizona roots “When people ask us about what type of food [we serve], we kind of fall back on saying ‘Modern American’ or ‘New American,’ but I think overall it’s very much a New York-style menu,” says 63 Clinton co-owner Raymond Trinh.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 20, 2021

Growing your produce is an especially great way to: Choose fruits and vegetables you want to feature on a menu. Offer seasonal items. But, when it comes to both front and back-of-house operations, there are things you can do to cut back on waste production, including: Setting up a recycling program. Quite a bit.

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Restaurant Clicks

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

Olive Garden is continually adding to its menu, creating new twists on old classics, and at the same time maintaining crowd favorites like their signature breadsticks, house salad, and the Tour of Italy sampler. We’ve done plenty of taste testing and have details about eleven of the best Olive Garden menu items listed below.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 13, 2023

And now as a recession looms on the horizon, eight percent of restaurants are reportedly laying off employees heading into 2023, setting the stage for a tough season as holiday demand puts pressure on already-frustrated staff. But arguably no issue has proven to be as constant and bedeviling as the labor shortage.

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Lavu

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Maybe, you’ve come up with some unique concoctions for your menu that no one else in town serves, so you need a bar POS fully customized to your unique business needs. At the forefront of this achievement is the POS software, a pivotal technology that has transformed how bars operate. What are your profit margins?

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Buzztime Business

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

We’re talking fresh garnishes, house-made syrups, and fall flavors like apple, cinnamon, and pumpkin spice (of course). So, dig in…and feel free to come back for seconds! Seasonal Favorites 1. Look no further than this seasonal take on a brunch favorite. Look no further than this seasonal take on a brunch favorite.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 17, 2024

Create an app to make it easy for Gen Z to place a mobile order, review their regular meals and stay up to date on seasonal specials and rewards. Keep your customers coming back for their favorites by saving their preferences and offering them to place those same orders again.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 10, 2021

While your restaurant may feature a diverse menu, delicious food, a great ambiance, and excellent customer service, you will still struggle to build a customer base without promoting it. Others tend to emphasize their cheaper menu options. A quick look at your POS data will identify the top three selling items on your menu.

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ChowNow

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

With endless reasons for your diners to celebrate this winter, prep for the busiest restaurant season by planning for moments that go beyond the usual. Our six tips for clever marketing will keep them coming back for more all season. Recommend fall and winter menu pairings. You know your diners best!

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Restaurant employees play an integral role in the dining experience, representing the building blocks of delightful guest experiences, ultimately creating loyal patrons who come back for more. However, in today's economic environment, restaurant staffing is being put to the test, posing a bigger challenge today than ever before.

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Open for Business

JANUARY 26, 2023

Before launching any new menu promotion idea, it’s a good idea to go back to basics and get clear a few basic points first. Many restaurant owners offer a percentage off a meal or specific menu item. Look at what menu items aren’t selling briskly. Quick links What are restaurant promotions? What is the goal?

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

This edition of MRM's "Ask the Expert” features advice from Buyers Edge Platform on the topic of menu engineering. Need to make menu changes? The best results right now can be discovered through the alteration of menus based on what consumers need now, and on what sells best. Keep in mind to keep the menu simple.

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Buzztime Business

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Either way, America’s favorite season is in full swing and it’s time to ramp up October promotion ideas at your bar, brewery, or restaurant. However, there’s so much more to the month… Say Yes to Oktoberfest Create an Oktoberfest happy hour menu complete with German classics like giant soft pretzels and house-made sausage.

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EATER

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

It’s a tedious but worthwhile process: drying mushrooms, vegetables, and herbs, making pickles and slaw, and preserving garlic blossoms and coriander seeds in airtight jars before these ingredients vanish with the end of the season. But for chefs looking to emphasize the latter, it still starts at the source. scary and sparse,” admits Rubba.

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SpotOn

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Here's a comprehensive guide to understanding restaurant terms, from the back-of-house line cooks to the front-of-house wait staff. " 5 out A term used in both the back-of-house and front-of-house to mean an order ticket or table is 5 minutes away from needing attention. 2-top, 4-top, 8-top.

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Restaurant Clicks

SEPTEMBER 4, 2021

Originally a burger joint started by a restaurateur and his chef, Morton’s soon expanded its menu and its locations to include over 65 acclaimed fine-dining steakhouses. Originally a burger joint started by a restaurateur and his chef, Morton’s soon expanded its menu and its locations to include over 65 acclaimed fine-dining steakhouses.

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EATER

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Austin Bush Millions cram into Phuket’s popular beaches and resorts, but diners should look elsewhere to taste the mix of southern Thai, Hokkien, and Baba food that makes the island arguably Thailand’s most underrated food destination Phuket is one of the biggest travel destinations in the world. What is the food like in Phuket?

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