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Pandemic Reflections: What Lessons Has the Restaurant Industry Learned?, Part One

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Today, driving positive customer feedback via online channels is now equally as important as having a great location. While the ways we order and dine may have changed, the reasons people choose a restaurant haven’t. These core elements never go out of style. Delivering on these basics is what keeps customers coming back.

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Pandemic Reflections: What Lessons Has the Restaurant Industry Learned?, Part Three

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"As awful as it was, the pandemic pushed restaurants to completely rethink their operations in order to survive, and some of the changes they made during the pandemic have continued to be beneficial to those restaurants and industry at large." The pandemic made speed, accuracy, and seamless ordering non-negotiable.

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2025: The Year of Contradictions in the Restaurant Industry

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Two-thirds of Gen Z and Millennials admit to spending more time online than they’d like, driving a desire for balance between online and in-person connections. Technology plays a key role in this, as smartphones serve as an endless stream of information, entertainment and social connection.

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14 Bar Manager Interview Questions to Hire the Perfect Fit for Your Venue

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Finding a well-rounded bar manager can be the determining factor in the success of your business. Through the right interview questions, you can find a manager who doesn’t just fit the job but can boost your bar’s reputation. In this article: How do you handle inventory management to keep the bar always adequately stocked?

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MRM EXCLUSIVE: Four Tough Calls Tech Makes Easier for Bar and Restaurant Operators

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Bar and restaurant operators often face tough dilemmas, ranging from the daily question, “Should we be mixing more drinks or turning more tables?” With today’s technology, bar and lounge operators can have the best of both worlds. ‘Stay out of the weeds’ or serve more patrons?

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How to Reopen Your Restaurant Safely

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Even in states that now allow indoor dining with safety measures, many customers still have concerns that keep them away, perhaps because a significant percentage of this summer’s outbreaks are linked to bars and restaurants. You can also ask staff to complete online questionnaires to assess COVID-19 risks.

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How to Calculate and Improve Your Bar’s Profit Margin

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A bar is a profitable business option if you’re looking to enter the food industry. However, understanding how to calculate and improve your bar's profit margin is key to long-term success. One key area to focus on is drink sales, with cocktail sales accounting for about 23% of a bar's revenue.