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Operational Empathy Should Be Part of Restaurant Leadership

Modern Restaurant Management

As the QSR industry becomes increasingly crowded, understanding operations from the inside out is more crucial than ever. The pressure to deliver high-quality products quickly, efficiently, and consistently is immense. As competition intensifies, companies must innovate and streamline operations to stay ahead. This is where real, hands-on experience becomes invaluable.

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The Complete Checklist For Selling Your Restaurant In 2024: Pre-Sale, Sale & Post-Sale

7 Shifts

Selling a restaurant can be a major decision for many reasons. One of the main reasons is to cut losses due to financial challenges, with 52% of restaurant owners saying high operating and food costs are really cutting into their profits. Other possible reasons include wanting to retire or find new business ventures. No matter the cause, selling a restaurant requires careful preparation and strategy to ensure you get the best price and attract the right buyer.

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Grin and ‘Bear’ It: Liza Colón-Zayas and Cast Grab a Record-Breaking 11 Emmys for a Comedy

EATER

But fans wonder if the restaurant business is a laughing matter

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Hawkers Asian Street Food declares bankruptcy

Restaurant Business

The 15-unit casual-dining chain was founded in 2011 and serves a varied menu of Asian dishes and cocktails.

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10 HR Metrics for 2025: HR Data Toolkit

The right HR metrics can illuminate hidden trends, justify decisions to the C-suite, and give you an edge in this unpredictable economy. Download Paycor’s guide and learn how to calculate your: Cost-per-Hire Total Financial Impact of Absences Voluntary Turnover Rate And more!

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‘Mortar & Pestle’ Is a Brilliant Portal to Indonesian Cooking

EATER

Lille Allen/Eater Patricia Tanumihardja’s fifth cookbook alchemizes flavor, personal narrative, and sage kitchen guidance There are those of us who think of cooking as something of a chore — the less time in the kitchen, the better. Then there are folks like me, who relish visiting specialty grocery stores to hunt for ingredients and like nothing better than spending an entire day in the kitchen, nose in a cookbook, learning how another culture cooks.

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Americans' view of restaurants has tumbled this year

Restaurant Business

Americans’ opinion on restaurants hit the lowest point since 2008, according to an annual Gallup survey of their perspective on different industries.

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IHOP leans into all-day options and portability with fall menu refresh

Restaurant Business

The family-dining chain continues to go beyond breakfast with flexible choices that span the dayparts.

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251. Restaurant Technology Guys Podcast Ep. 251 – Building Community One Sandwich at a Time: The Story of Pop’s Italian Beef

Restaurant Technology Guys

Welcome back to another enlightening episode of the Restaurant Technology Guys podcast! Today, we’re diving deep into the heart of Chicago’s iconic food scene with none other than Kacie Dancy from Pop’s Italian Beef.

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Chipotle puts its 'cobots' to work in restaurants

Restaurant Business

The automated avocado peeler and an augmented makeline have moved to the next stage of testing. Can they handle a lunch rush?

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99 Percent Invisible: The White Castle System of Eating Houses

The Salt

Today we have a guest episode from 99 Percent Invisible. It is about White Castle, the burger chain. Even if you haven't visited, you have tasted its influence because, as we will learn in this episode, White Castle is really the proto-burger chain. Our friends at the excellent podcast 99 Percent Invisible bring us the origin story of White Castle and trace its influence on the business of fast food, and on American eating habits.

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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It's a buyer's market, but Andy Wiederhorn is (so far) staying on the sidelines

Restaurant Business

The Bottom Line: Restaurant chains are available at historically low prices if you know where to look. But the typically aggressive chairman of Fat Brands is not buying.

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A baker attends a festival to make the biggest whoopie pie in the world

The Salt

The whoopie pie is a favorite New England dessert. Since bigger is always better, a Vermont baker sets out to make the biggest whoopie pie in the world.

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Walk-On’s names yet another new CEO

Restaurant Business

The casual-dining chain promoted CFO Chris Porcelli to the top spot, its third CEO since 2023.

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Kamala Harris promises to kill the tip credit

Restaurant Business

Working Lunch: The Democratic presidential candidate has made it the first promise in her five-point economic plan.

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The Funding Recipe for Your Restaurant – A Guide To Growing Your Business

Fuel your restaurant’s success with our comprehensive 2025 funding guide! Running a restaurant comes with unique financial challenges, from managing seasonal fluctuations to covering unexpected expenses like equipment repairs or ingredient shortages. This guide dives into fast, flexible financing options for restaurant owners. Discover how to bridge cash flow gaps, fund expansions, or navigate slow seasons without compromising service quality.