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Maximizing March Madness Profits for Restaurants Through Advanced Technology Solutions

Modern Restaurant Management

Armed with an omni-channel POS platform, restaurant operators can not only bring an immediate boost in sales during one of the busiest times of the year, but also lay the groundwork for long-term customer engagement and loyalty. With an average viewership of about 10 million , March Madness presents a prime opportunity for restaurant operators to boost revenue as consumers rush to order their favorite game-time meals.

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20+ Pro Tips from Industry MVPs to Achieve Operational Excellence in Every Restaurant

Crunchtime

From the Big Dance to the Big Mac, sports teams and restaurant teams alike need winning strategies to consistently succeed. As the madness of the NCAA tournament reaches its peak, it’s a good reminder to take a close look at the critical strategies or "plays" your restaurant is running. And, there’s no better way to learn than from the pros themselves.

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Danny Meyer wants to bring enlightened hospitality to more than just restaurants

Restaurant Business

Noted restaurant operator Union Square Hospitality Group's consulting arm Hospitality Quotient has launched a new e-learning platform for a broader audience.

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Think Spring with 12 April Promotion Ideas for Bars and Restaurants

Buzztime Business

Finally, signs of spring are appearing. Baseball fans are hunting for new spots to watch MLB games. Families are making Easter brunch plans. Cool kids are plotting their Coachella trips. And everyone wants to get out and shake off that cabin fever. That’s where these 12 April promotion ideas for bars and restaurants come in. You’ll show customers why your place is the best place for a taste of spring… Fresh Air Anyone?

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

Speaker: Amanda Adams, Fractional CFO, CPA

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Amanda Adams, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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MasterCard and Visa offer temporary reductions in swipe fees

Restaurant Business

The credit card giants have agreed to roll back the charges and freeze those rates for five years. But industry advocates aren't enthused about the offer.

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How to become a successful restaurant manager

The Eat Restaurant

Are you seeking a leadership role in the hospitality industry that combines a passion for food, providing excellent customer service, and inspiring the best in your team members? If so, managing a restaurant could be something you'd be interested in doing.

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Partying on With Garrett Ladd

SpotOn

I was 14 when I got my first restaurant job. Enthralled with the idea that I could get paid to leave the house and hang out in the back of a restaurant, I washed dishes and loved every minute. From there, I discovered bartending. I got an early start and quickly became comfortable behind the bar—the guy with the blender full of daiquiris. By the time I turned 21, I had a long hospitality resume.

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Renting/leasing a commercial kitchen: What business owners need to know

Clover - Restaurants

Thousands of food and beverage makers across the United States use cottage food laws to sell edible or potable items they’ve made in their own homes. But it’s tricky: The laws vary by state and can even vary by county or city. Many areas restrict cottage wares to a certain quantity of canned or baked goods (think pickles, jams, and cookies). Plus, vendors can find it very challenging to produce large quantities of salable food in their home kitchen—just ask the baker cramming pans into his apart

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Everybody talks about rising restaurant crime. Maybe it's time to do something about it

Restaurant Business

Reality Check: Well-intentioned efforts like bail reform may not be delivering what proponents envisioned. It's not reactionary to fix the fix.

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What are the Disadvantages of Franchising?

Sculpture Hospitality

Embarking on an entrepreneurial journey is an exciting venture that offers individuals the chance to control their own destiny - both in terms of the amount of money they make and the work-life balance they have.

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Reduce Bias in Hiring: Structured Interview Questions for Employers

Structured interview questions are a valuable tool for reducing bias in hiring. They help: Ensure all candidates are asked the same questions in the same way Level the playing field so all candidates have a fair chance of being successful Improve credibility, reliability, and validity Download the guide to get the most out of your interview questions!

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McDonald's is taking its Krispy Kreme partnership national

Restaurant Business

The fast-food giant said it plans a phased rollout of Krispy Kreme doughnuts at its restaurants across the country by the end of 2026.

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In Brazil, the Moscow Mule Plays by Its Own Rules

EATER

In Brazil, Moscow Mule cocktails come topped with ginger foam. Here's how to make the Brazilian take on the vodka drink recipe.

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Seattle may walk back wage hike for delivery drivers

Restaurant Business

Drivers for third-party delivery apps like DoorDash and Uber Eats say their earnings have plummeted since the $26.40 hourly minimum wage went into effect.

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The Trick to Ordering Well at a Small Plates Restaurant

EATER

Lille Allen Get one fewer dish than the server tells you The world of dining and drinking is an obstacle course wrapped in a labyrinth wrapped in a logic puzzle — it’s full of pitfalls, gray areas, and bewildering questions that really shouldn’t even be questions (How do I find the bathroom?) and yet, somehow, are. Fortunately, your friends at Eater are here to help: Life Coach is a series of simple guides to the arcane rituals of modern dining.

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Food & Beverage Industry Report 2024

Driven by a diverse and exciting ecosystem of passionate, ambitious, and often young entrepreneurs, the Food & Beverage (F&B) sector is a highly competitive environment full of immense challenges and exciting opportunities. Expert Market’s 2024 industry report, sponsored by Toast, is informed by a survey of 522 U.S. food and beverage professionals, from restaurant owners to food service managers, providing insights into the real-time challenges and opportunities within the industry.

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STK parent ONE Group to acquire Benihana owner for $365M

Restaurant Business

The deal for Safflower Holdings, which also includes the RA Sushi brand, will nearly triple ONE’s footprint to 168 locations worldwide.

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Uninterested in basketball? What about 'Taco Madness'?

The Salt

At the same time basketball teams are vying to end up in the Final Four, so are LA taquerias, as part of the annual "Taco Madness" competition.

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McDonald's adds doughnuts, and some uncertainty, to the menu

Restaurant Business

The Bottom Line: Krispy Kreme gets a massive win with its McDonald's doughnut deal. But the payoff is less certain, and a long way off, for the fast-food restaurant chain.

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Chick-fil-A reverses 2014 'no antibiotics ever' pledge

The Salt

NPR's Debbie Elliott talks with Lance Price of the Antibiotic Resistance Action Center about Chick-fil-A's decision to drop its "no antibiotics ever" pledge.

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The HR Leader’s Survival Guide

HR leaders drowning in paperwork struggle to meet C-suite's strategic expectations. Burnout and high turnover plague the field, with 95% feeling overwhelmed. This guide explores how the right tools can free HR from admin tasks and empower them to become the strategic leaders they’re meant to be.

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Remembering the best of restaurants' April Fool's Day pranks

Restaurant Business

Restaurant Rewind: Some ploys were crafty enough to make you drop your Micro Macs and Kale Shake. And about that offer to buy the Liberty Bell.

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Canada's maple syrup reserve is at a 16-year low

The Salt

Makers say the decline is due to high demand and the effects of climate change. There are encouraging weather forecasts, and sugaring season is still underway.

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6 major restaurant marketing flops

Restaurant Business

Marketing is vital for restaurant chains. But when a key strategy fails, the result can sometimes spell disaster. Here are six ideas over the past decade that failed.

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Rave Restaurant Group upgrades leadership team

Restaurant Business

The Dallas-based parent of Pizza Inn and Pie Five has six new executives in place in preparation for expansion.

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Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide

Managing HR tasks like payroll, compliance, and employee data can overwhelm small businesses. That’s where a Human Capital Management (HCM) solution comes in. Our eBook, Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide , shows how an HCM system automates tedious processes, ensuring your business stays compliant and efficient. You’ll learn how to simplify payroll, eliminate costly errors, and empower your employees with self-service tools.