Thu.Sep 14, 2023

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A COOK’S MENTAL AND EMOTIONAL HEALTH

Culinary Cues

Some who work in kitchens can distance themselves from the overwhelming responsibility of the cook or chef, but to others it is a heavy weight to carry. There are masters to serve, people who depend on the work of the culinary professional, who trust that their food will be prepared properly, that it will be managed and handled well, and the plate viewed as an important canvas on which the technician and artist paints.

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Sweetgreen fostered a hostile and discriminatory work environment in New York stores, lawsuit alleges

Restaurant Business

In a complaint filed in New York Supreme Court, 10 plaintiffs described an atmosphere of racial slurs and sexually inappropriate comments, mostly coming from two managers.

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The September Effect: How Changes in Weather Impact Commercial Ice Machines

Modern Restaurant Management

As the summer season transitions into fall, businesses that rely on commercial ice machines may notice a phenomenon known as the "September Effect." This term refers to the impact that changing weather conditions, specifically in September, can have on the functioning and performance of these essential appliances. Understanding the potential effects of September on ice machines can help business owners and operators take proactive measures to maintain their equipment and ensure a steady

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In ‘My Everyday Lagos,’ Yewande Komolafe Searches for Home

EATER

Clay Williams /Eater The ‘New York Times’ cooking columnist has written a paean to Nigerian cuisine and the city where she grew up In 2017, for the first time in 18 years, Yewande Komolafe went back to Lagos. So much had changed about the Nigerian city where she’d spent her youth; she could barely recognize the landmarks around her. But once she arrived at her family home, she felt the calm of the familiar: the brilliant yellow star fruit trees in the backyard, the clucking of chickens on her fa

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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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20+ Crunchtime Customers Set to Share Best Practices at Ops Summit

Crunchtime

With less than a month to go, we’re eagerly anticipating our first-ever Ops Summit. The list of confirmed customer speakers at the Ops Summit, Oct. 4-5, in San Antonio, has grown to 24 industry experts. There’s no better way to learn about ops excellence across inventory management, labor and scheduling, learning and development, and operations execution than to hear best practices right from your peers.

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California fast-food restaurants are about to get hit with a huge wage hike

Restaurant Business

The Bottom Line: Fast-food restaurants will have to pay $20 an hour under a compromise reached this week. How will operators pay for it?

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Domino's franchisee profits are recovering this year

Restaurant Business

Price increases and slowing inflation have combined to improve cash flow among the pizza chain’s operators this year.

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Keep a Rotisserie Chicken in the Fridge

EATER

In this preview from the Eater cookbook, chefs offer tips to make the most out of the grocery store’s best meal hack: a rotisserie chicken This is an excerpt from Eater’s debut cookbook. A rotisserie chicken in your fridge means you’ve got meals for a whole week. Shred the meat to bulk up salads and grain bowls, add it to noodles and sandwiches, make tacos with it, dip it in sauce for a snack.

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At FSTEC, AI takes center stage

Restaurant Business

The technology has been the talk of the conference. But many operators are still searching for the best applications, and some worry it could hurt the dining experience.

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What makes the family kitchen so special? Michele Norris digs into the details

The Salt

Journalist and writer Michele Norris is exploring the significance of the family kitchen in her new podcast, Your Mama's Kitchen.

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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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Technology is great, but don't forget hospitality

Restaurant Business

While concepts are adding new digital ordering technology, robots or even AI, executives work to keep their focus on the customer.

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51 Tasks Eat App Automatically Does For You

The Eat Restaurant

Say goodbye to tedious hosting chores and say hello to a world where Eat App takes care of the details, leaving you free to craft guest experiences.

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Want a standout menu? These chains found the ‘secret sauce’ is in the sauce

Restaurant Business

Sauce innovation can be a magic bullet that sets a restaurant apart from the competition, especially in the crowded chicken and burger categories.

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How to Understand Your Venue Better From Your Reviews

The Eat Restaurant

Restaurant reviews are a valuable source of feedback from your customers. They can tell you what you're doing well, and where you can improve.

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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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How Hilton is redefining what hotel food and beverage can be

Restaurant Business

Menu Feed: From elevated breakfasts and snacks to partnerships with celebrated chefs and mixologists, Adam Crocini is changing up the F&B scene.

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Top 12 Bahrain restaurants to visit in 2023

The Eat Restaurant

Bahrain is a small island nation with a big culinary scene. From traditional Bahraini cuisine to international fare, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

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Ice Spice and Dunkin' collaborate on new seasonal drink

Restaurant Business

Marketing Bites: Dunkin’ launches the Ice Spice Munchkins Drink in a commercial during the VMAs, Sweetgreen teams up with Renee Rapp and where to score a deal on National Cheeseburger Day.

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Cracker Barrel admits it worsened Q4 traffic with marketing misfires

Restaurant Business

The company acknowledged that its messaging failed to deliver, but believes a loyalty program will greatly help.

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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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Burgerville, Shake Shack, the Habit and Cowboy Chicken beef it up for fall

Restaurant Business

Taste Tracker: New spins on bowls at Playa Bowls; Fazoli’s bakes pizza into pasta; mushroom mania hits Blaze; Rubio’s new fish taco won a contest; and more menu news of the week.

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