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Six Trends to Expect from Back of House in 2022

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However, BOH technology has long been at the bottom of the list for many operators. This will provide more reliable data, and information that is easier to parse and act on. Front of house tools will take a backseat in ghost kitchens while BOH will continue to manage inventory, purchasing, scheduling, recipe costing, and more.

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5 Reasons You need Platform Restaurant Management Software (Sponsored)

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In the past, kitchens worked by a paper ticket system, which was handwritten by the waitstaff and passed to the back-of-house (BOH) staff. A KDS is a digital screen that relays information to your BOH, minimizing pain points by digitizing tickets. Order Views – This is how your BOH staff actually sees the information.

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18 Restaurant Manager Interview Questions to Assess Leadership and Operational Skills

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How do you maintain smooth communication between FOH and BOH staff? When wait times are longer than expected, a manager who can keep customers informed and satisfied maintains a positive dining experience. The restaurant manager should also be able to inform the team about the issue immediately.

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Preventing Burnout Culture: The Role of Effective Restaurant Managers

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Food industry managers should maintain regular check-ins with their FOH and BOH team members, providing constructive feedback and actively listening to employees' concerns. This sets a positive example for the FOH and BOH alike. Discussing ownership or privileged information with staff leads to rumors and descent.

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Four Ways to Streamline Reopening Procedures for Restaurants

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Once employees are informed of your restaurant’s new safety and sanitation policies , your main challenge will be compliance. Front-of-house (FOH), back-of-house (BOH), and management should feel comfortable immediately discussing any questions that arise related to new policies. Create Sanitation Checklists by Section.

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

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For hiring platforms like foh&boh, the name of the game was volume, volume, volume. Restaurants have woven their brand values throughout the employee experience, creating authentic communities that extend from the BOH to the customer. Running a successful restaurant isn’t measured solely by what’s on the menu anymore.

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Restaurant Staff Training 101

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Back-of-house (BOH) staff, including chefs and kitchen assistants, will focus more on food safety, food handling, and kitchen equipment use. A well-informed team improves service, enhances the dining experience, and reduces errors in the kitchen. Use short surveys or informal one-on-one discussions to gather insights.

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