Restaurant365

JANUARY 22, 2020

Restaurant technology innovations are quickly changing the way the restaurant industry does business, as restaurant owners leverage technology to streamline operations , reduce costs, and attract customers. However, with more technological opportunity, there comes more technological risk—such as cyber attacks or security breaches. For a food and beverage restaurant business, it’s not enough to play defense against online criminals.

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Kounta

JANUARY 23, 2020

The nation is becoming increasingly cashless — in fact, it’ll be completely cashless by 2026. And as the era of cash comes to an end, our mind wanders to the till. Cha-Ching! A sound that lives in classic films and, very possibly, hipster vocabulary. As it should. Early cash registers were a sight to behold; and their innovations, remarkable. Riddled with the task of keeping money safe while displaying it at the forefront of the venue was no easy job.

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Harver Hospitality

JANUARY 23, 2020

Learn all about the specifics of a part-time hiring process, what to watch out for and recruit the best part-time employees!

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The Eat Restaurant

JANUARY 22, 2020

As a restaurant owner or manager, you know how crucial maintenance is to a restaurant’s operations. It is not essentially a pleasant task but directly affects the customer experience.

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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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Restaurant Clicks

JANUARY 21, 2020

In an industry as passionate as the restaurant business it can be hard to stand out amongst competitors. Follow our guide on How To Build Your Restaurant Brand and learn how to present the best version of your restaurant to your customers! What is Restaurant Branding? Your restaurant’s brand is the sum of the public’s experience with your restaurant.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 21, 2020

We get it, you’re busy. The idea of using social media marketing to attract customers, all the while managing inventory and payroll, can be exhausting. But millennials and Gen-Z are quickly becoming the largest generation, overtaking baby boomers in 2019. And one thing we know about those 35 and younger – they love social media. Checking into restaurants, tagging beautiful platings, and sharing their experiences with friends and family.

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Next Restaurants

JANUARY 22, 2020

When you first dreamed of owning a restaurant , you probably had a clear vision of what you wanted it to be like. You could probably picture the food, the customers, the staff, the environment. You likely knew exactly how you wanted your guests to feel from the moment they stepped through your door to the moment they left. But even if the picture you had in your head yesterday matches the reality you see at your restaurant today — or at least comes pretty darn close — that doesn’t mean you’re do

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Lavu

JANUARY 21, 2020

Preparing good meals and serving customers is always an exciting part of running a restaurant. When it comes to numbers, however, most restaurant owners do not know what is expected of them. Opening a restaurant may have been your dream, but keeping everything intact is crucial to running a successful business. You need to ensure that the numbers add up, and your revenues cover all the costs incurred.

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7 Shifts

JANUARY 23, 2020

Are you opening a restaurant in 2020? Congrats! ?? And good luck. It’s going to be the ride of your life. As you plan out your concept, location, menu, staffing, and marketing, take a read through the advice left by hundreds of restaurateurs to ensure you’re set up for success in 2020. This advice were submitted by owners and managers of restaurants of all sizes, concepts, and locations in the forthcoming 7shifts Restaurant Labor Management Study in 2020 ( subscribe to get your copy when it’s pu

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Restaurant Smart

JANUARY 20, 2020

Businessmen know that the secret to any successful business is dealing with the right set of people. This is true, especially for businesses that need suppliers to keep their business running smoothly. An excellent example of this is restaurants. To… Read more. The post How to Deal with the Right Supplier appeared first on Restaurant Smart Blog.

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Culinary Cues

JANUARY 23, 2020

In the zone is a phrase commonly used to describe a musician, athlete, or even a cook who experiences an “everything going right” situation, and when the person, or persons, involved are totally focused on the task at hand– but, being fully in the zone is really so much more. When a musician is in the zone – he or she becomes one with the instrument – feeling, sensing, and intellectually connected as the instrument becomes an extension of who that person is.

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Sante

JANUARY 22, 2020

Luxury Wine Marketingl.jpg. Author(s): Catherine Fallis. Teaser: Luxury Wine Marketing, The Art and Science of Luxury Wine Branding, is a must read for any food and beverage or hospitality industry professional dealing with upper tier wines. Luxury Wine Marketing, The Art and Science of Luxury Wine Branding, is a must read for any food and beverage or hospitality industry professional dealing with upper tier wines.

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7 Shifts

JANUARY 22, 2020

We may be well into the new year, but that doesn’t mean we can’t take a moment to celebrate 2019. It was a landmark year for 7shifts—and for restaurants. As labor regulations changed, so did 7shifts. We introduced compliance features to support Fair Workweek laws in California and New York. In May, we introduced Engage to 7shifts customers, which allowed managers to track and improve employee happiness.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 22, 2020

The food and restaurant industry has evolved dramatically over the years. Now that consumers have become more particular with dining, service standards have skyrocketed, and expectations are higher than ever before. When people decide to dine in your establishment, they don’t just want to eat good food; they want to have a pleasant experience, as well.

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Perfect Daily Grind

JANUARY 23, 2020

A thriving specialty coffee shop environment revolves around consistently crafting and serving bespoke, high-quality beverages – and your staff’s performance is essential to being able to do so. When you’re looking to hire baristas, you’ll want them to stick around if they can do the job and are a good fit for your company. While you’ve probably put effort into sourcing, shortlisting, and selecting the right baristas to work in your café, you’ll need to pay just as much attention to their onboa

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Sling

JANUARY 19, 2020

A team is like a family. Sure, your team isn’t related by blood, but it benefits from many of the traits that make families strong: camaraderie, cooperation, and strong bonds. Increasing employee engagement will help you build those traits and attract and retain the best talent. Without engaged employees, your team can suffer from poor performance, lack of motivation, and high turnover.

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Lavu

JANUARY 21, 2020

A Look into the Growth of Online Ordering and Food Delivery. The food industry has gone through a significant revolution over the recent past. Customers can now easily order food online and have it delivered to their homes within the shortest time possible. In fact, the growth rate for online food ordering and restaurant delivery has been over 20% over the last five years.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 23, 2020

When it comes to running a restaurant, great food, superb customer service, and an incredible location can only get you so far. The long-term relationships you build with your diners are what keep your business running for decades. Building this kind of long-term relationship starts before your customer walks in the door. It takes just seven seconds to make a first impression, and in the restaurant industry, it’s typically not the food or drinks that a customer sees first.

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Sante

JANUARY 20, 2020

CARO-Vignesetmontagnes-resize.jpg. Author(s): Penny Weiss. Teaser: What happens when two cultures and two famous wineries get together? Read this story to find out! It began in 1999 with the birth of a partnership between Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) and the Catena family of Mendoza. Their mission was to produce a wine that would combine French and Argentine cultures.

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KaTom

JANUARY 23, 2020

How to Pronounce These 12 Menu Items. Whether you’re traveling abroad or enjoying the United States’ melting pot food culture, you’re bound to happen across menu items you can’t even recognize, much less pronounce. Instead of stumbling through your order and hoping the wait staff is too polite to cringe, take a moment to brush up on the proper pronunciation for these popular menu items.

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Deliverect

JANUARY 24, 2020

While it is indisputable that food delivery helps restaurants increase revenue, adding online ordering can also create a few concerns. Some restaurant businesses find it hard to cope with the increased order volumes, especially because online peak periods often coincide with those in the restaurant. A US survey by GlobalData shows that the biggest concern among restaurant operators is the unpredictable demand which is putting extra pressure on the kitchen , with 84.9% of respondents stating this

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 20, 2020

Your grease trap is one of your kitchen’s most valuable assets. Keeping it properly maintained prevents a whole host of issues, from unpleasant odors to shut-downs and even fines. It’s estimated that across the United States, millions of dollars are spent each year on unclogging sewer pipes from FOG. FOG is an acronym for the fats, oils and greases derived from vegetable, plant or animal sources during cooking.

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Sante

JANUARY 19, 2020

Ruffino-Alauda-copy.jpg. Author(s): Roger Morris. Teaser: With tariffs in place and more being considered, it's time to let Europe know how much we still care. It’s difficult being a producer in the international market, whether you sell a million cases or a hundred cases outside the domestic arena. Trade disputes, such as the ones the current administration seems to be waging against everyone, end up with collateral damage on innocent folk, and the current disputes with the European U

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Sling

JANUARY 24, 2020

Starting a small business is an exciting prospect. But there’s more to it than just “hanging out your shingle” and hoping for the best. It takes research and planning and a myriad of other details to give your fledgling enterprise the best chance for success. In this article, Sling’s experts present a step-by-step guide to help you build a strong foundation before you open your doors to the public. 7 Steps For Starting A Small Business. 1) Gain Hands-On Experience First.

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Restaurant Clicks

JANUARY 24, 2020

With so many online reservation systems available on the market, it can be hard to select the platform that makes the most sense for your business. Restaurant reservation apps make it easy for customers to book tables, and they help staff keep track of reservations. . We’ve created this list to compare and contrast OpenTable competitors and to help restaurants find what works best for their business.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 21, 2020

Nobody wants a crisis at their restaurant, but in these days of smartphones and social media, word of mouth travels fast. That’s why it's important to have a crisis management plan in place. Poor reviews, videos, and live broadcasts of customer service problems, emergencies, or other issues can begin trending online virtually instantly. Go viral, and the crisis will spill across social media platforms, potentially reaching millions.

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Lavu

JANUARY 21, 2020

What You Need to Know About Restaurant Kiosks. One of the major factors that can detract customers from your restaurant is long lines and long wait times. Customers want to make their orders and have their food delivered as fast as possible. To address the challenges of delayed service delivery , the use of restaurant kiosks has emerged and grown at an incredible speed.

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Sling

JANUARY 19, 2020

A team is like a family. Sure, your team isn’t related by blood, but it benefits from many of the traits that make families strong: camaraderie, cooperation, and strong bonds. Increasing employee engagement will help you build those traits and attract and retain the best talent. Without engaged employees, your team can suffer from poor performance, lack of motivation, and high turnover.

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Restaurant Clicks

JANUARY 20, 2020

A restaurant business plan is absolutely vital for your new restaurant business. It’s important for you to write out a thorough business plan detailing its structure, financials, target demographics, and more to keep your new business on track from the beginning. A business plan is necessary for any new business, and restaurants especially can stand to gain from thorough planning.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 24, 2020

What can a restaurant do to encourage a collaborative, friendly working culture and protect itself from increased turnover or worse, legal claims for harassment or favoritism? In the wake of McDonalds’ CEO Steve Easterbrook’s decision to step down for having a consensual relationship with an employee in violation of company policy, many are left wondering, is there any room in the restaurant workplace for romance?

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Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson

Payroll optimization can be one of the most time-consuming and complex factors of small business management. Yet, organizations that crack the code on streamlining employee compensation often discover innovative avenues for growth. With the right strategies in place, outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes can result in substantial time and resource savings.

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