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3 Free Restaurant Templates to Save You Money

7 Shifts

You're always crunched for time and your to-do lists never end. Sound familiar? When you run a restaurant, you need to get things done — not worry about whether they're done properly. That's why we created free templates to help you manage your restaurant team. Customize them to match your needs and save time — so that you can focus on the important things.

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Farewell to a Master Chef: I’m Dreaming of a David Bouley Souffle

Modern Restaurant Management

In this tribute to David Bouley, who died February 12 from a heart attack at age 70., the author credits Bouley with making four-star cuisine free of pretention and relatable for non-foodies. I’ve never been a foodie, but in the late 1980s and 90s I was a restaurant gadabout, thanks to an extended gig as publicist for the Zagat Survey guides, which exposed me to some of New York’s finer eateries and uber-chefs.

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3 Free Restaurant Templates to Save You Money

7 Shifts

Restaurant Templates & Management Spreadsheets When running a restaurant, you're always crunched for time and your to-do lists never end. You need to get things done–not worry about whether things are being done properly or not. When it comes to employee scheduling, timesheets, and performance reviews, maybe you've got someone who's handled things so long no one else knows exactly how to do what they do (tribal knowledge is risky!).

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Starbucks plans to make its coffee shops more accessible

Restaurant Business

New and remodeled shops will follow new guidelines to make them more accessible for customers and workers. The first such location opened Friday in Washington, D.C.

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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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Why Eater Readers Chose Milwaukee as One of 2024’s Hottest Dining Cities

EATER

Octopus at Lupi & Iris. | Lupi & Iris Eater asked readers which U.S. city belongs in our Where to Eat in 2024 package. Here are comments from a few of the voters who helped Milwaukee win the competition When Eater asked readers to vote for the next hot dining destination in the U.S., a dining scene that could sit alongside some of the world’s greatest food cities on the ultimate 2024 bucket list, they resoundingly chose Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

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Even blizzards didn't keep guests away from Texas Roadhouse

Restaurant Business

Guests are ordering less alcohol and more from the value side of the menu, but traffic was up 5.1% in the fourth quarter at company units.

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The Tangible Returns of Exceptional Customer Support

Qu

Technology is NOT perfect. Problems happen, and imperfection is inevitable. But when it comes down to running a profitable restaurant, consider the following… How do you protect what’s most important – your profits – when things don’t go as planned? How do you support your staff through difficulties? How do your partner teams respond when problems arise?

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Navigating the Future Plate: 2024 Restaurant and Menu Trends and the Role of Technology

Squirrel Systems

As we settle into 2024, the restaurant industry stands on the cusp of transformative changes, shaped by evolving consumer preferences, sustainability concerns, and a relentless pace of technological innovation. In this article, we delve into the anticipated restaurant and menu trends for 2024 and explore how technology, particularly advanced point-of-sale (POS) solutions, can enable restaurateurs to ride the wave of these trends successfully. 2024 Restaurant and Menu Trends Forecast Sustainabili

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The Tangible Returns of Exceptional Customer Service

Qu

Technology is NOT perfect. Problems happen, and imperfection is inevitable. But when it comes down to running a profitable restaurant, consider the following… How do you protect what’s most important – your profits – when things don’t go as planned? How do you support your staff through difficulties? How do your partner teams respond when problems arise?

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The Wine Aeration Industrial Complex Will Not Rest

EATER

The undying obsession with letting wine “breathe” has moved beyond dedicated gadgets to recruit everything from milk frothers to Vitamixes.

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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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Chicken is showing up in some unexpected places on menus

Restaurant Business

Cost pressures, health concerns and changing consumer tastes are pushing chicken into new menu territory.

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In Salvador, Brazil, Chefs Rethink the Food of the Gods

EATER

Acarajé, vatapá, peppers, crispy dried shrimp, fried pititinga. | Leonardo Freire The foods of Candomblé, an Afro Brazilian faith, have long filled Salvador’s streets. Now the religion’s foodways are shaping the city’s most ambitious restaurants, bringing focus to the status of historical Afro Brazilian cuisine Many of the dishes at Dona Mariquita are easily recognizable to anyone familiar with the cuisine of Salvador, the capital city of Brazil’s Bahia state where the restaurant opened in 2006.

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Winter weather and a softer consumer cool sales at BJ's

Restaurant Business

The year got off to a bumpy start for the chain, which blamed most of its troubles on weather.

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The 18 Essential Restaurants in Vorarlberg, Austria

EATER

The patio at Frööd. | Markus Gmeiner / Vorarlberg Tourismus The small state in western Austria, a hotbed of the early Alpine ski scene, has become a culinary attraction for gamey stews, cheesy noodle dishes, and fluffy pancakes In certain ski resorts like St. Moritz and Zermatt in Switzerland, and Megève in France, it seems as if international tourists rule the streets, cafes, and slopes.

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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.

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Shake Shack, Whataburger, Pincho add new execs in busy week for job changes

Restaurant Business

Executive Summary: Michael Kark becomes president of global licensing at Shake Shack and more restaurant leadership shifts.

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How QR Code Ordering Can Increase Restaurant Revenue and Efficiency

Mad Mobile

Welcome to the digital age of dining, where QR codes are becoming the cornerstone of a modern, efficient, and engaging restaurant experience. A 2022 Deloitte Study found that consumers spend an incredible 20% more when ordering through technology like tableside ordering , online menus, and handheld POS devices. Implementing QR code ordering is one of the fastest ways to quickly implement digital ordering.

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A list of the highest rated independent restaurants in America reveals some surprises

Restaurant Business

Using Yelp data, OnDeck tracked consumers’ favorite indies in every state, ranging from breakfast spots to pizza places and burger joints.

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How Online Ordering Platforms Are Changing The Food Industry

24/7 Waiter

It is more important now than ever for restaurants to stay informed on current trends and digitize their business. Online food ordering has seen exponential growth over the last few years and continues to expand. If you want to increase your sales, an online ordering system for restaurants is crucial. Bring in new customers who regularly want the convenience of take-out food and drink.

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5 Ways You Can Win Faster with Gen AI in Sales

Incorporating generative AI (gen AI) into your sales process can speed up your wins through improved efficiency, personalized customer interactions, and better informed decision- making. Gen AI is a game changer for busy salespeople and can reduce time-consuming tasks, such as customer research, note-taking, and writing emails, and provide insightful data analysis and recommendations.

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What kind of value does McDonald's really need?

Restaurant Business

The Bottom Line: The fast-food burger giant expressed concern about losing low-income consumers to grocers. But the company’s sales haven’t exactly tanked.

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Double Dozen – Now That’s Italian

Sante

Now is the time to completely explore that country's rich diversity of wines. The post Double Dozen – Now That’s Italian appeared first on Santé Magazine.

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What Restaurants Need to Know About HOCI

Modern Restaurant Management

Food Safety Specialist Francine L. Shaw sat down with Morten Larsen, CEO & Founder of EcoloxTech to discuss the use of Hypochlorous acid (HOCl) in restaurants and food service. Why is it so important for restaurants and other food businesses to be aware of – and use – HOCI as a disinfectant and sanitizer? Well, as you know, restaurants and other food brands must prioritize food safety every day, with every shift.

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Buzztime Weekly Bar Trivia Challenge – Week 20

Buzztime Business

Are you hungry for more trivia? Is one night of bar trivia per week not enough to satiate your senses? Buzztime has tens of thousands of questions in its database. Pub trivia hosts and players could spend a lifetime with them! However, as the years pass, some of the questions become outdated and obscure. Events that are important one year become irrelevant many years later.

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HR’s Blueprint for a Successful 2025

The HR industry is changing. Did you know… 1. There will be 4M more jobs than workers by 2033 ( BLS ). 2. For 84% of workers, flexibility is a top priority ( FlexJobs ). 3. 75% of employees have used AI at work ( CFO.com ). It’s time to meet the moment! Use Paycor’s guide to design a blueprint for success.

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An Eater’s Guide to the Most Retro-Chic Ski Towns in the Alps

EATER

Skiers in Lech, 1960. | Slim Aarons / Getty Images Across the Alps, sleepy ski towns are recapturing past golden eras, offering winter visitors the chance to step back in time while enjoying modern culinary hot spots Over the years, the Alpine ski scene has condensed into a handful of uber-popular resorts: Ischgl in Austria, St. Moritz or Verbier in Switzerland, and Megève or the Three Valleys in France.

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Where to Eat in 2024

EATER

Where to find the best food around the world in 2024 There’s a big world of food out there and it’s never been easier to taste all of it. For the right price, the modern travel industry can ferry you to nearly any food scene on Earth in a matter of hours, and once you arrive, technology makes it seamless to find a serviceable restaurant, translate a menu, and examine photos of dishes before ordering.

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