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The Holiday Rush and Beyond: Six Benefits that Keep Restaurant Teams Engaged

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Instead of cash alone, consider giving the choice of a memorable experience, such as a gift certificate. Rewards Program for Consistent Effort A defined program goes a long way in keeping employees motivated through the ups and downs of a demanding season. But these efforts shouldn’t end when the decorations come down.

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

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Escoffier is aiding restaurant owners and managers by preparing qualified candidates ready for engaged employment. Loyalty is a huge factor now as guests desire rewards and perks for sticking with a favorite small business, and repeat customers are keeping many restaurants going. Customer habits have also shifted after the pandemic.

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Three Steps to Improving Customer Loyalty During the Pandemic 

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And while the pressures of the pandemic continue, customer loyalty can play a role in whether or not restaurants will sink or swim. Below, we’ll explore three steps to building relationships and an effective customer loyalty program. First, consider adopting a touchless loyalty system. McKinsey & Co.

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2024 Outlook: Restaurant Trends and Challenges, Part Three

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Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry experts for their views on what trends and challenges owners and operators can expect to see in 2024. This capability can prove invaluable for refining pricing strategies, optimising ingredient and waste management, and planning forthcoming shifts, among other benefits.

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

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We’ve reimagined our drive-thru model, introduced new kitchen technology to improve throughput, and strengthened our loyalty program to keep customers engaged. This surge in off-premise orders forced restaurants to optimize their operational workflows, from kitchen management and packaging to delivery logistics.

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The State of Full Service Restaurants

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Seventy-four percent of full service restaurants (FSRs) managed to maintain or increase their sales during the pandemic; however, profit margins in 2021 declined to 10 percent, compared to 12 percent in 2019, according to third annual State of Full Service Restaurants Report released by TouchBistro.

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Elevate Your Restaurant Brand: Convert Value into Loyalty

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How can a brand develop a valuable value program that builds relationships and encourages people to come back even when prices change? For example, we’re seeing the value trend call for a wider need within the QSR industry for cash kiosks. What role does technology play in creating a value proposition for guests?