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Reskilling, Retention and Robotics: Creative Solutions to the Restaurant Labor Shortage

Modern Restaurant Management

The restaurant industry has always been dynamic and challenging, but the labor shortage has pushed it to a critical juncture. Establishments are grappling with a complex crisis characterized by empty seats in dining areas and behind the scenes, where a shortage of skilled workers is keenly felt. To revitalize the workforce and enhance operational efficiency, it is imperative that we boldly explore innovative solutions across reskilling, retention, and robotics.

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What Women Want: A Place to Watch the Game

EATER

A Bar of Their Own opened in Minneapolis March 1. Sports bars that center women’s sports are opening across the country — and doing big business “I was sick of always feeling like an afterthought in fandom when it came to public spaces to view sports,” says Jillian Hiscock, the owner of A Bar of Their Own, a sports bar focused on women’s sports which opened in Minneapolis March 1.

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Essential Spring HVAC Maintenance Tips for Restaurants

Goliath Consulting

As springtime ushers in warmer weather and fluctuating temperatures, restaurants must prioritize maintaining their HVAC systems to ensure a comfortable and inviting dining experience. This seasonal transition presents unique challenges and considerations for HVAC upkeep that can impact customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. Transitioning HVAC systems from heating to cooling mode is a primary concern in spring.

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The Keith Lee Effect extends way beyond one TikTok restaurant critic

Restaurant Business

Once the domain of newspapers and magazines, restaurant criticism has spread to social media, where both reviewers and reviewees have the potential to become viral superstars.

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New DOL Final Overtime Rules: Quickstart Guide for Employers

There’s a new overtime salary threshold that will impact employers across the country. If you have an employee making less than $43,888 on July 1 or less than $58,656 on January 1, you’re going to have to start paying overtime. Download Paycor’s guide to learn: Which groups of employees are affected? How should you classify employees? Best ways to mitigate risk.

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Food Service Trends to Know in 2024

Restaurant Engine

Incorporating food service trends brings in returning customers to see what’s new. One way to stay ahead of the competition and move your restaurant forward from year to year is to stay on top of trends. While it’s important to stay true to who you are, knowing what people are looking for and providing it to them is equally vital. In this article, we take a broad look at food service trends to know in 2024.

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Eatertainment concept wins Danny Meyer-affiliated investment

Restaurant Business

Enlightened Hospitality Investments supports Five Iron Golf with $20 million to help open Grand Central Station flagship.

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Meet the ‘Super Vino Bros,’ the New Jersey Twins Who’ve Become Natural Wine’s Most Unlikely Stars

EATER

Meet the Super Vino Bros, the natural wine influencers and twins from New Jersey who have won over the industry on Instagram and TikTok.

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Here's where restaurant menu prices are increasing the most

Restaurant Business

Average price increases rose 4% over the past year, according to Technomic. But restaurants raised prices more for proteins and less for sides and alcohol. And cold coffee beverage prices took off.

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Flamin' Hot Cheetos could be banned in California schools if measure passes

The Salt

A bill introduced in the state legislature proposes to ban foods that have artificial dyes from being sold at California public schools. Lawmakers argue these chemicals hurt developing young minds.

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New DOL Final Overtime Rules: Quickstart Guide for Employers

There’s a new overtime salary threshold that will impact employers across the country. If you have an employee making less than $43,888 on July 1 or less than $58,656 on January 1, you’re going to have to start paying overtime. Download Paycor’s guide to learn: Which groups of employees are affected? How should you classify employees? Best ways to mitigate risk.

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McDonald's wants to serve a bigger burger

Restaurant Business

The fast-food giant says it plans to test larger burgers in a couple of global markets to find an option that could work around the world.

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Glasvin The Obsession

Planet Grape

The post Glasvin The Obsession appeared first on planet grape® wine review.

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Inside Kernel, where culinary and tech meet in a new fast-casual model

Restaurant Business

Chipotle founder Steve Ells’ plant-powered concept pairs a chef-driven commissary kitchen with automated onsite prep and a unique brand of hospitality.

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The 17 Best Cookbooks of Spring 2024

EATER

Andrea D’Aquino New books from Von Diaz, Edward Lee, Benjamina Ebuehi, and more will add sparkle to your cooking repertoire How do you pick the best of anything, when the question of what qualifies as best is inescapably subjective? This is a particularly relevant question where cookbooks (or really any books) are concerned, given the personal nature of what we decide to cook and how.

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Join Full Course Navigator: Your Path to Professional Growth in Restaurant Leadership

Full Course Foundation is dedicated to nurturing excellence in restaurant leadership. Our Navigator program offers a wide range of resources tailored for professional growth. From high-quality training to personalized coaching, Navigator equips restaurant leaders with the tools they need to thrive in their careers. Unlock your potential with three months FREE access to Navigator by Full Course!

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Restaurant Business is a finalist for 11 Neal Awards

Restaurant Business

The RB team was honored for its package on tipping and for the best range of work among business publications its size, as well as multiple individual honors. Finalists will be named next month.

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What Corner Bakery's new owners saw in the brand

Restaurant Business

A Deeper Dive: Chris Dharod, CEO of the fast-casual chain, joins the podcast to discuss its comeback from last year’s bankruptcy filing.

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Starbucks now has more global locations than Subway

Restaurant Business

The coffee shop chain, which added some 3,000 locations worldwide last year, is now the second-most prolific restaurant chain in the world.

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Habit Burger Grill cooks up a kids’ meal—for adults

Restaurant Business

Marketing Bites: The fast-casual burger chain repositions value; restaurants gear up for March Madness.

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Individual Development Plan Template

There’s no way around it: sometimes employees need your help. Use this free template to clarify expectations, share resources, and set a timeline. Best case scenario, this process helps them improve. Worst case, your great recordkeeping keeps you compliant even if they move on. Download the template today!

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Pizza Hut rolls out a pizza-bagel mashup in NYC and LA

Restaurant Business

The chain partnered with Yeastie Boys food trucks to launch the Big New Yorker Pizza Bagel.

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LoopAI raises $6M for app that automates third-party delivery bookkeeping

Restaurant Business

The startup also uses AI to identify mistakes and complaints with the goal of making delivery more profitable.