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It’s Hectic Season for Restaurants

Modern Restaurant Management

It’s a trend well-known to restaurant operators, and yet each year brings the same scramble: young people who provided a ready supply of flexible labor over the summer simultaneously change their patterns – resigning to focus on school, moving back to college, or limiting their availability to accommodate other activities. In 2021, for example , 36.6 percent of teens 16-19 had jobs during the summer, dropping to 30.5 percent during the school year.

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‘Good Burger’ Tried to Warn Us

EATER

Getty Images No one expected the cult classic slapstick comedy to predict the future of AI, corporatization, and fair wages Like any ’90s kid who was allowed to spend countless hours in front of the television, I am a child of the Nickelodeon generation. And for all of the wacky cartoons and All That sketches and slime-drenched game shows , no cultural artifact from the network lingers in my imagination quite like Good Burger.

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Winterizing Your Restaurant: Navigating Challenges and Ensuring Sustainability

The Rail

By Indiana Lee, Contributor As we begin to move out of the fall season and into the winter, restaurant and bar owners are making preparations for what tends to be a challenging season. Adapting offerings based on the season is an expected, if somewhat inconvenient, requirement of working in the service industry. If you’re an established restaurant owner, you likely know that the most severe of these changes tend to be required around summer and winter, when extreme weather can alter customer beh

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7 Signs Your Restaurant's Payroll Company Isn’t Working Out

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Let’s face it—no one looks forward to running payroll. Doing calculations and triple-checking numbers isn’t your idea of a fun afternoon. But if running payroll fills you with dread and anxiety, something is wrong. If you find yourself putting off payroll because the process is too painful, don’t beat yourself up for procrastinating. Your payroll system should work for you, not against you.

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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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Fast-casual pizza faces an existential crisis

Restaurant Business

Blaze Pizza is preparing for a brand relaunch, but the concept must first solve some fundamental problems laid bare by the pandemic. CEO Beto Guajardo outlines his strategy for profitability.

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Best Practices & Tips for Creating a Drinks Menu with VelMIX

Veloce POS Blog

Running a bar or microbrewery goes far beyond simply offering a diverse bar menu. It's a delicate art that demands a precise inventory management and rigorous control over drink pouring. In this context, Veloce's VelMIX solution stands as a true maestro orchestrating harmony between precision, durability and efficiency. The post Best Practices & Tips for Creating a Drinks Menu with VelMIX appeared first on POS Veloce HQ.

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How To Calculate Reorder Points For Your Bar Or Restaurant

Sculpture Hospitality

Effective inventory management is critical when it comes to operating a thriving bar or restaurant. There are many important elements that will help you master inventory management including forecasting from forecasting to ordering processes.

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Restaurant SEO: Four Easy Steps to Improve Your Online Presence

Modern Restaurant Management

If you’re looking to rank higher on Google and land in front of more customers, you’ve come to the right place. In this article, you’ll learn how to improve your restaurant’s online presence and how it will land you in front of thousands of hungry customers in your local area. The best part? It’s just four steps, and you don’t need an entire marketing team to do it.

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At long last, Toast launches a mobile app for operators

Restaurant Business

The much-requested tool is designed to help restaurateurs keep closer tabs on their business.

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CULINARY EXCELLENCE WITHOUT SNOBBERY

Culinary Cues

Even the Michelin Guide broke the ice of snobbery in recent years. How’s that for an introductory sentence? Yes, it’s true – when the Michelin Guide decided to recognize some exceptional street food vendors with Michelin Stars, they broke the barrier of snobbery noting that excellence can happen outside of traditional fine dining. In Singapore, 2016, Chan Hon Meng of Hawker Chan’s and Hill Street Tai Hwa Pork Noodle both won a Michelin star for their street-food establishments.

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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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Abundance Is Everything

EATER

Alimentari Flaneur The creator of Alimentari Flaneur has some tips for making your Thanksgiving tablescape one to remember Baskets overflowing with grapes, a platter of figs dotted with unlit cigarettes, luxuriously pooled olive oil: these are the hallmarks of an Alimentari Flaneur grazing table. The chic, opulent spreads have made appearances at events for brands like Proenza Schouler and Waldorf Astoria , where they can lend a sense of instant conviviality to a room.

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Influencer Marketing for Restaurants: An Expert’s Guide to Boosting Your Bookings

Modern Restaurant Management

As a restaurant owner, you’ll know just how powerful word-of-mouth can be. All it takes is one negative review or piece of criticism, and instantly, potential might customers turn away from your business and toward a competitor. After all, when it comes to choosing where to eat, we tend to prioritise the opinions and experiences of others over most other factors – it’s no wonder influencers have become such a powerful tool for restaurants in boosting their bookings.

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Portillo's rides out traffic declines with 'transaction arbitrage'

Restaurant Business

Moves into high-population-growth states are driving revenue growth that company officials say will help the Chicago-based chain manage through ebbs and flows of consumer behavior.

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The Essential Handbook to Florida Restaurant Labor Laws

7 Shifts

Florida is a great place to operate restaurants thanks to its huge tourism draw and an influx of retirees with disposable income. But restaurant owners, managers, and employees need to be aware of the labor laws and protections in place in the Sunshine State, like Florida’s unique approach to the minimum wage— which is steadily on the rise. But beyond minimum wage laws, there are other Florida-specific regulations—like overtime laws and child labor laws—that affect the restaura

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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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It’s Always Sunny on Food Instagram

EATER

So bright. | Shutterstock Sharp shadows and bright sun are the latest way food influencers are striving for relatability I tell myself it’s the lighting in my apartment that has kept me from becoming an Instagram cooking sensation. I have southern exposure, perfect for growing tomatoes on my slip of a balcony but not for any sort of windowsill photo shoot.

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‘Who Watches the Kitchen?’

Modern Restaurant Management

Each year, 48 million people get sick and 3,000 die from (preventable) foodborne illness in the United States. From mystery meat in chemical buckets and mouse prints in soda syrup to tears in a parking lot and threats of being shot, Francine L. Shaw's “ Who Watches the Kitchen ?” takes readers on a rollicking, astonishing journey through the hidden truths of the foodservice industry.

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California's new fast-food law will hit Habit Burger hard

Restaurant Business

Parent company Yum Brands said the chain’s operating loss will be $10 million in the fourth quarter, which it blamed on anticipated impacts of legislation that will raise wage rates next year.

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PLAN BETTER, TRAIN HARDER – The Pillars of Exceptional Restaurant Employees

Sante

How much do you invest in on-going training? Have you formulated a training plan with measurable outcomes? Are you serious about training and do your staff members see the value in it? What you see in performance is tied directly to what you invest in training and teaching.

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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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Do We Really Need Tequila From Matthew McConaughey?

EATER

Camila Alves McConaughey and Matthew McConaughey at Austin City Limits Music Festival 2023. | Rick Kern/WireImage Alright, alright, alright, already with the celebrity booze This post originally appeared in the October 29, 2023 edition of Eater Today, a place for the freshest news from the food world every day. Subscribe now. Another day, another celebrity tequila.

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Lawyers Guide to Preventing Slip and Fall Accidents in Restaurants

Modern Restaurant Management

According to the National Floor Safety Institute (NFSI), more than three million food service employees and one million guests are injured as a result of slip-and-fall accidents annually. The industry spends more than an established $2B for slip and fall-related injuries, and this number is rising by 10 percent each year, according to an NFSI study.

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Outback sales fall against 'softer backdrop'

Restaurant Business

The chain saw a marked slowdown after Labor Day and is planning to ease up on price increases to give consumers a break.

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Checklist: 6 Restaurant Holiday Marketing Ideas

ChowNow

With endless reasons for your diners to celebrate this winter, prep for the busiest restaurant season by planning for moments that go beyond the usual. Our six tips for clever marketing will keep them coming back for more all season. 1. Give them more excuses to celebrate Spot opportunities on our calendar to make the most of the season. In addition to the holidays that most diners look forward to, add extra surprises in the form of Friendsgiving menus, or winter movie marathon themed promos.

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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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How to Start a Food Delivery Service for your Business

Lavu

Starting a food delivery business can really make a difference for restaurants or any food business, helping them reach more people and make more money. First, it’s super important to have a smooth and efficient delivery system. You need to invest in reliable and easy-to-use delivery platforms that work well with your restaurant’s ordering system.

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Everything You Need to Know to Get Your Business Ready For Cold and Flu Season

Modern Restaurant Management

Let’s face it, at some point during the cold and flu season, you’re at higher risk of having a sick employee working at your establishment. In fact, the CDC notes between nine and 41 million illnesses occur annually in the United States. As a restaurant owner, you want to be able to ensure your establishment can operate with healthy employees.

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A small Florida chain files for bankruptcy and blames the pandemic

Restaurant Business

Icebox Cafe, which operates four restaurants plus some vending machines, said dealings with “aggressive lenders” had a role in its filing.

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205. Restaurant Technology Guys Podcast Ep. 205 – Hear the story of the iconic steakhouse Black Angus from Jim Little

Restaurant Technology Guys

In this episode of the Restaurant Technology Guys Podcast, we chat with Jim Little, the Director of Culinary from Black Angus Steakhouse. Jim shares his insights on how he runs the culinary and drink programs for over 40 locations across the US. He also talks about how he uses technology to streamline operations, enhance guest experience, and innovate new menu items.

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2025 Payroll Calendar Templates (Biweekly, Semi-Monthly, and Monthly)

Use these handy calendar templates to stay on top of payroll in 2025! Download them today to share with your HR team or post for employees. Whether your company has biweekly, semi-monthly, or monthly pay periods, Paycor has you covered. Get your templates today!

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The Devil is in The Detail – providing avenues for asset growth through F&B operational excellence

Future Food

As a Food and Hospitality Consultant working with shopping centres, mixed use development and stand-alone businesses in Australia, I share with you the many operational challenges I see across many different sectors. Businesses, both big and small, are likely to share similar symptoms which can implicate broader challenges to the environment in which they exist.

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Flying High in Atlanta

Modern Restaurant Management

The team at Forbes goes behind the scenes with Randy Hazelton, CEO of H&H Hospitality, which operates concession stands in major U.S. airports, co-owning more than 20 franchises with nearly 100 employees.

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Potbelly consumers are 'hanging in there,' says CEO

Restaurant Business

The Chicago-based sandwich chain reported same-store sales up 8%, driven by traffic. That momentum is expected to continue into Q4.

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PPE & Sanitation Items: Your Winter Essentials

Wasserstrom

With the increased risk of illness during the colder months, it’s important to keep extra PPE supplies in-house, to prevent the spread of viruses and bacteria, and to keep our guests and employees healthy. Stock Up on Extra PPE & Sanitation Supplies This Winter There are several reasons why it’s important to keep extra PPE […] The post PPE & Sanitation Items: Your Winter Essentials appeared first on The Official Wasserstrom Blog.

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

Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, 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.