Xtra Chef

OCTOBER 28, 2020

Restaurant inventory management is not the most enjoyable restaurant task. It’s time-consuming, taking you and your staff away from the things that drew you to the restaurant industry in the first place: making incredible meals and creating memorable experiences. But it’s a crucial task nonetheless. Inventory management is a cost management strategy that influences your restaurant food costs , revenue, profitability, and cash flow.

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Goliath Consulting

OCTOBER 27, 2020

From pumpkin spice to Chile de Arbol, here we dive into the restaurant industry’s top trending flavors and predict the ones that’ll last until 2021. Fall Favorites. Fall flavors are dominating the market right now. Yelp’s recent data (from 9/21/2020) shows that searches for pumpkin spice foods were up dramatically from last year: pumpkin spice lattes were up 72%, pumpkin pie up 66%, pumpkin cheesecake up 242% and apple cider donuts were up 117% (1).

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Restaurant Engine

OCTOBER 28, 2020

Highlight and advertise your food truck with your website hub. Whether you’re just starting your food truck, or you’ve been around awhile a website is a pivotal piece in your marketing arsenal. It’s the central hub for all your food truck marketing, and not only does your food truck website need to be mobile friendly, it also must be user friendly and provide all the necessary information.

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Culinary Cues

OCTOBER 27, 2020

Let’s not confuse freedom with a desire to do whatever we want without a system of order or respect for the discipline of structure. We can both be free and still respect the need for that discipline that comes from organization. A well-run kitchen is not a free-form environment where every cook does his or her own thing or moves to the beat of his or her own drum.

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Social Hospitality

OCTOBER 28, 2020

The hospitality industry is the poster child of customer-centricity and always putting the customers’ needs first. This mindset is now embodied by other industries as well. Customers are now accustomed to a new level of customer care. Thus, those in the world of hospitality need to, again, elevate their own service and boost the experience they provide to guests.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 27, 2020

Extraordinary times always seem to lead to extraordinary innovations, and the restaurant industry is currently in the midst of perhaps the greatest time of upheaval, ever. And yet, despite the high unemployment, Quick Service Restaurants are one of the few sectors still hiring in massive numbers. So, what are the big brands doing right that they are not only surviving, but thriving during the COVID-19 pandemic?

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Culinary Cues

OCTOBER 24, 2020

Consider this – the menu is the most important component of a successful restaurant and once designed it can, and should, impact every other aspect of the business. These aspects include: décor, skill level of staff, style of service, pricing, profit, type of vendors selected, kitchen layout, equipment selection, marketing and advertising, pay scales, dining room seating, type of china, glassware and flatware, even the location and color scheme for the exterior of the restaurant.

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Social Hospitality

OCTOBER 28, 2020

The hospitality industry is the poster child of customer-centricity and always putting the customers’ needs first. This mindset is now embodied by other industries as well. Customers are now accustomed to a new level of customer care. Thus, those in the world of hospitality need to, again, elevate their own service and boost the experience they provide to guests.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 28, 2020

It’s no secret that the dining scene has changed drastically in the wake of COVID-19. As states across the country have lifted and eased restrictions, more and more restaurants have been able to open up — but how are they adapting, especially if they don’t have proper outdoor patios? And what happens now that the temperature is starting to drop in many regions?

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Hot Schedules

OCTOBER 27, 2020

Blog. New Study Reveals PEO Impact Throughout the Pandemic. An industry study that closely examined the impact PEOs have had on business outcomes for their clients throughout the pandemic. R ecently the National Association of Professional Employer Organization (NAPEO) and independent analytics and research firm, McBassi & Company, published an industry study that closely examined the impact PEOs have had on business outcomes for their clients throughout the pandemic.

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Sante

OCTOBER 30, 2020

Emiliano De Laurentiis. As we poke our communal heads out from our protective burrows, we look for answers to how to emerge safely. Here are some solutions ranging from Antibody tests, to air scrubbers and remote kitchens! As we poke our communal heads out from our protective burrows, we look for answers to how to emerge safely. The reality is that even as vaccines and medicines appear to control the novel Coronavirus, we will have to manage a clientele who will be more sensitive to all pathogen

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ChowNow

OCTOBER 28, 2020

Part three of a series that explores how restaurants are surviving and thriving in the COVID-19 pandemic. . As we’ve spoken with restaurateurs across the country to share their experiences during the pandemic, we’ve come across very different types of businesses. First, we featured Jonathan Chen of China Moon , a family-run restaurant that has been serving its guests since 1994.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 30, 2020

Since quarantine lockdowns began mid-March of 2020, restaurants faced unprecedented turmoil. Before global lockdowns, the U.S. restaurant industry suffered from a 74.9 percent annual turnover rate , and even more for some businesses. At the onset of the pandemic, around two thirds of all restaurant employees were displaced , with many restaurants pivoting to off-premise dining to survive.

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Hot Schedules

OCTOBER 30, 2020

Blog. Daylight Savings is Upon Us: It’s Time to Fall Back. Shifts scheduled overnight could be impacted on Sunday, November 1. I t’s that time of year again. On Sunday, November 1, if your state observes Daylight Savings , we will fall back and gain an hour of precious sleep and lose an hour of daylight. Of course, this time of year could have an impact not just on your sleeping patterns but on your schedule as well.

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Sante

OCTOBER 27, 2020

Restaurateur Aaron Gordon brings Peter Smith on board to help meet diners’ needs during the pandemic at a new multi-restaurant “chef collective” in Washington D.C. Photo credit: Under a Bushel Photography. Restaurateur Aaron Gordon (Bakers & Baristas, Red Velvet, Red Light & Little Beast) is pleased to announce the appointment of Peter Smith as the new culinary operations director of his latest establishment, Ghostline.

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EATER

OCTOBER 26, 2020

1,300 families, 120,000 pounds of food: How No Us Without You feeds LA’s undocumented restaurant workers At 11 a.m. on a hot Tuesday in October, cars began to line up at a pair of tents pitched in a deserted stretch of downtown Los Angeles. At the first tent, Damian Diaz greeted every arrival with cold Topo Chicos and bright greetings in Spanish. He handed out sandwiches donated by a local shop, bagged-up snacks, and juice boxes; some families received books carefully sorted by reading level.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 26, 2020

It comes as no surprise that restaurants have had a difficult time over the past few months. Many are still challenged with a lag in guests returning to dine out, lowered capacities, and increased health and safety protocol even upon reopening. These factors can make it difficult for restaurants to realize the same level of sales and profitability as before the pandemic; some consumers have less disposable income; others are more inclined to cook at home.

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Perfect Daily Grind

OCTOBER 28, 2020

In many countries in the northern hemisphere, autumn means cold weather, grey skies, and brown leaves. For baristas and coffee shops, it means customers moving away from summer beverages like cold brew and iced coffee in favour of warming seasonal drinks like the pumpkin spice latte. Although the pumpkin spice latte was originally popularised by Starbucks, it has taken coffee consuming markets by storm in recent years, and has been replicated by cafes around the world.

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Typsy

OCTOBER 27, 2020

In the past, large hotels had a much easier time using management and data collection tools than smaller hotels. But this type of software is incredibly helpful for venues with a smaller staff. Luckily, as technology advances, there are more and more options for small hotels who don’t necessarily have the infrastructure to put massive software systems into place.

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EATER

OCTOBER 27, 2020

Siim79 /Shutterstock. Lost the energy to cook? Look to the Instant Pot Now that we are over the sourdough-and-regrowing-scallions part of the pandemic, but in no way over the actual pandemic, we must prepare for The Hunkering. Every winter is a time for stews, roasts, and hearty pasta bakes, but this winter it feels extra important, both because most of us are going to be indoors way more than any previous season, and have completely lost the energy to do anything but throw a bunch of stuff in a

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 29, 2020

As a small business owner, you know how important and impactful it is to support local creators. It could be that one customer or network that helps keep your team’s spirits up and running. With the holiday just around the corner, it may be time to spread kindness throughout your community and other businesses. How to Shop Small Businesses as a Small Business.

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BNG Point of Sale

OCTOBER 26, 2020

For business owners in North Dakota, buying a POS system is a smart investment. Not only do they lead to increased sales, but they also keep your staff efficient for continued growth When you work with a POS company familiar with the North Dakota market, your business will see more of a benefit. Whether you are a restaurant, bar, a brick-and-mortar retail business, or an online business, there are plenty of options for advanced, cutting-edge POS software and hardware solutions for any type of bu

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Sling

OCTOBER 30, 2020

Finding the best team members is crucial to the success of your business. That’s why recruitment strategies are essential for attracting top talent. It doesn’t matter if you’re searching for a food runner , waiter , barista , customer service rep , or some other position entirely, the happiness of your customers and team are at stake. But what recruitment strategies are right for your business?

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EATER

OCTOBER 26, 2020

The nonprofit No Us Without You feeds more than 1,300 undocumented families in Los Angeles that have been impacted by COVID-19. Here are some of their stories. It’s said that prep cooks, dishwashers, and bussers are the backbone of the restaurant industry, but when the pandemic arrived, forcing restaurants to shutter, it was these workers who were hardest hit.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 28, 2020

The hospitality industry is the third largest employer in the United States (behind healthcare and government.) It’s a workforce of over 15 million people that all contribute to our country’s economy and culture in a major way. While the hospitality industry has undeniably been hit hard during the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s a resilient sector that is already starting to recover.

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BNG Point of Sale

OCTOBER 26, 2020

For business owners in North Dakota, buying a POS system is a smart investment. Not only do they lead to increased sales, but they also keep your staff efficient for continued growth When you work with a POS company familiar with the North Dakota market, your business will see more of a benefit. Whether you are a restaurant, bar, a brick-and-mortar retail business, or an online business, there are plenty of options for advanced, cutting-edge POS software and hardware solutions for any type of bu

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Restaurant365

OCTOBER 30, 2020

In a restaurant, there’s always something that needs to be done. Maybe it’s organizing the walk-in, folding the napkins for the front of the house, or reworking the menus. As a restaurant owner or manager, sometimes you may need to jump in to help keep business running smoothly. However, the day-to-day tasks can distract from the bigger-picture work that is essential for your long-term business health: restaurant operations management.

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EATER

OCTOBER 30, 2020

The fun of dining at Gado Gado isn’t just in the menu. It’s also in its signature playful spirit. While restaurants around the United States are figuring out how to shift their business to adapt to a new culinary landscape, some teams are having more success making it work. In Portland, Oregon , Thomas and Mariah Pisha-Duffly, the owners of the hit Indonesian restaurant, Gado Gado , have not only figured out how to operate in a socially distanced manner that continues to draw customers (even ins

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 27, 2020

In this week's episode of The Main Course host Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) Executive Editor Barbara Castiglia speaks with Dara St. Louis, Senior Vice President and Founding Partner at Reach3 Insights, about how the pandemic has affected diner attitudes. Key topics included Reach3’s Consumer Closeness in the Age of Social Distancing program, which aims to “capture the human aspect of the pandemic,” the use of contactless technology, aspects of restaurants that are mak

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Sling

OCTOBER 26, 2020

Time theft is a growing epidemic in businesses from California to New York and around the world. As mobile devices and the ubiquity of the internet continue to increase, so too does the potential for your employees to become distracted and waste 15 minutes here and 15 minutes there throughout the workday. While this may not seem like a problem at first, over time, the expense of paying people for work they didn’t do can seriously impact your bottom line.

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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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