Modern Restaurant Management
OCTOBER 9, 2024
Little treat culture — the growing trend of people indulging in small-sized snacks or indulgences as a way to self-care or reward themselves can be transferred to the restaurant plate, providing opportunities for profitablity and creativity. According to an 84.51° study, 74 percent of US consumers under 35 snack at least a few times daily.
Open for Business
OCTOBER 8, 2024
The holiday season is just around the corner. For restaurants, that means packed dining rooms, a surge in demand, and the potential for record-breaking revenue. But with these opportunities come unique challenges that can test even the most seasoned teams. This year, set your restaurant up for its most successful holiday season yet with OpenTable. Ease the pressure on your front-of-house staff while managing guest expectations and boosting your bottom line.
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Restaurant Business
OCTOBER 8, 2024
Central Florida is expected to be hardest hit by the storm, the second in two weeks. Many restaurants are preemptively closing as they navigate evacuation orders.
Next Restaurants
OCTOBER 7, 2024
By Leo Clarke, Contributor You may already be great at attracting locals to your restaurant, but attracting traveling tourists is a slightly different ball game. It requires a strategic blend of marketing, ambiance, and unique offerings that cater to their specific needs and preferences. Let’s explore some top tips for attracting a new clientele of travelers and holiday-makers.
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Future Food
OCTOBER 7, 2024
By Allan Forsdick Clubs continue to adapt and evolve their hospitality and its relevance to the communities they serve. With modern leadership, food and beverage (F&B) has emerged as a cornerstone of success, shaping how clubs are perceived both internally by members and externally by the wider public. Strategic F&B planning is no longer just about serving food — it's about creating a vibrant, memorable experience that fosters a strong community bond and drives long-term sustainability.
Chef's Resources
OCTOBER 9, 2024
October 9, 2024 What Makes Stainless Steel Cookware Ideal for Chefs? In the professional culinary world, the tools chefs use are as critical as their skills. Among the most essential tools is the cookware they rely on every day. This article delves into stainless steel cookware pros and cons, as well as why it is […] The post Stainless Steel Cookware Pros and Cons appeared first on Chefs Resources.
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Crunchtime
OCTOBER 9, 2024
As part of this multi-part series, we’re highlighting four focus areas of operational excellence that, if executed well, pave the way for confident growth:
Sante
OCTOBER 5, 2024
In the world of gastronomy, restaurants seek innovative solutions to enhance the dining experience and stay ahead of the competition. Continue Reading The post WineGURU: The Future of Wine Pairing in Restaurants appeared first on Santé.Food.Wine.Spirits.
EATER
OCTOBER 8, 2024
Why didn’t anyone think of this earlier? | 7UP 7UP’s new Shirley Temple soda is more than a novelty These days most soda innovations are horrifying novelties , your Oreo Cokes and Flamin’ Hot Mountain Dews — things that people want to drink out of perverse curiosity, not desire. But this “holiday season,” 7UP seems to have cracked the code and given people something they actually want, even if we had never named it before: a Shirley Temple in a can.
Modern Restaurant Management
OCTOBER 11, 2024
Navigating the bustling world of the restaurant industry comes with its own set of challenges, and one critical area that often flies under the radar is worker classification. Understanding whether your staff are employees or independent contractors isn’t just about following the rules—it’s key to maintaining a fair, compliant and smoothly running establishment.
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.
The Rail
OCTOBER 10, 2024
By Julia Nikolaus, Contributor A once-catchy jingle in the United States constituted that coffee is the "best part of waking up." That may or may not be up for debate, but one thing is for sure: the world is decidedly waking up to the taste of sustainability. As more consumers become conscious of the environmental impacts of their choices, sustainable products are increasingly popular, particularly in the food and beverage sector.
Restaurant Business
OCTOBER 9, 2024
Gen Z prefers quick service and fast casual restaurants, according to Piper Sandler’s Taking Stock with Teens semi-annual surveys and other recent research. This represents a significant opportunity for brands in these categories—particularly those who align with the values of the Gen Z cohort.As a leading freshly brewed beverage brand with over 1,400 franchise locations worldwide, Chatime recognizes Gen Z as its fastest-growing customer base.
EATER
OCTOBER 10, 2024
Lille Allen/Eater Potato ricers are annoying and bulky. They’re also essential for perfect mashed potatoes. Unitasker gadgets are, in my opinion, generally a waste of money and space. Sure, it’s great to have a garlic press, and a cherry pitter does come in handy when it’s peak stone fruit season, but for most of the year, this junk just takes up space in my meager kitchen storage situation.
Modern Restaurant Management
OCTOBER 10, 2024
Attracting and retaining top talent is a widespread restaurant industry challenge. What can operators do to address this problem? In this Q&A, Travis Larrier, Solutions and Strategy Director at InStride, provides insights on how investing in employee education can give a boost to talent acquisition and retention strategies. Drawing from his experience working with organizations and QSR brands, Larrier shares practical tips for strategically leveraging workforce education to gain a competitiv
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Goliath Consulting
OCTOBER 9, 2024
Maximizing efficiency while maintaining food quality is crucial in a busy restaurant kitchen. Two essential pieces of equipment that can dramatically improve both are the combi oven and the blast chiller. Here’s how incorporating these tools into your restaurant operation can provide significant advantages. Combi Oven: Versatility and Precision Cooking A combi oven is a multifunctional appliance that combines three cooking methods—convection, steam, and a combination of both.
Restaurant Business
OCTOBER 10, 2024
The convenience-store giant is working to improve profits as it contends with falling traffic and a takeover bid by the parent of Circle K.
EATER
OCTOBER 9, 2024
At Hooks Cheese, anatto and the fresh milk from local cows makes for a beloved brick of orange cheddar cheese Have you ever wondered why some cheddar is white and others are yellow? According to Tony Hook, owner of Hooks Cheese, it’s a matter of competition. Over 100 years ago, when Wisconsin was overtaking New York as the dairy state, Wisconsin dairy farmers were trying to differentiate their product from what was in New York.
Modern Restaurant Management
OCTOBER 7, 2024
History will show that COVID was the line of demarcation for the hospitality industry in the 21st century. In almost every conversation I have with other industry professionals, someone will say “before COVID… ” or “since COVID… ” As a matter of fact, in many of my articles I make the same comparison. Since COVID, technology in the restaurant industry has moved at lightning speed.
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Thrive POS
OCTOBER 8, 2024
How to Manage Your Google Business Profile and Modify Delivery Providers for Your Restaurant Google Business Profile allows restaurants to manage various aspects of their online presence, including enabling and modifying delivery providers. Through Google, customers can place orders directly via Google Search and Google Maps, giving restaurants a seamless way to offer food pickup and delivery services.
Restaurant Business
OCTOBER 9, 2024
California officials say the former employees' jobs were filled with new or more junior hires, a violation of state labor laws.
EATER
OCTOBER 8, 2024
Yes, again. Besides, the holidays aren’t going to cook themselves. Unless you have been living off-the-grid (good for you, honestly), you probably caught wind of yet another (relentlessly advertised) Amazon Prime Day’s savings event. That’s right, folks: the retail behemoth’s summer blowout sale has a two-day fall counterpart, and it’s filled with just as many deals on things that absolutely no one needs to be buying from Amazon (are the live “skittles” shrimp … OK?
Modern Restaurant Management
OCTOBER 8, 2024
Restaurant operators have long grappled with the question, "Should I hire for soft or hard skills?" and for good reason. In an industry where technical precision is essential, seamless service depends on more than just executing tasks. After nearly 30 years of supporting thousands of restaurant operators and HR leaders, first as the Director of HR for Potbelly Sandwich Works and now as the CEO of Restaurant HR Group, I’ve seen firsthand what truly makes a restaurant rise to the top
Advertiser: Paycor
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.
SpotOn
OCTOBER 7, 2024
If you’ve ever seen a gas station sign with two sets of prices on it—one for cash and another for credit cards—then you’re already familiar with dual pricing. More commonly known as a cash discount program, dual pricing is a common pricing strategy to give customers the choice to pay with cash instead of a credit card, thereby avoiding credit card processing fees.
Restaurant Business
OCTOBER 9, 2024
The convenience-focused True Food Market features both a dining room and a shop with grab-and-go items.
EATER
OCTOBER 11, 2024
Lille Allen/Eater Similar to Midwestern pickle soda and South Asian masala sodas, Dua Lipa’s salty-spicy Diet Coke works — and is easy to make at home This past weekend, the singer Dua Lipa made a stop at an Austin restaurant before the ACL Music Festival. While she was there, she stirred both ire and intrigue online when she shared an Instagram story featuring her unusual Coke “recipe.
Modern Restaurant Management
OCTOBER 9, 2024
With the post-pandemic return-to-office, business catering is in full swing. In fact, according to a recent report from ezCater, 97 percent of restaurant operators expect to see year-over-year growth. But business catering is a different beast requiring different menus, operations, and technology. So, how can operators best invest in their businesses to meet the needs of local businesses?
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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!
The Rail
OCTOBER 8, 2024
By Briana Hilton, Contributor Uncle Gussy’s is known as one of NYC’s most famous food trucks. Serving Greek food since 1971, Uncle Gussy’s has a big following and (usually) a queue for its famous gyros, Greek salad, and fries. However, as Fox News reported in 2022, it’s getting harder and harder to stay in business , owing in no small part to rising fuel costs.
Restaurant Business
OCTOBER 11, 2024
Prices in California are increasing. Be careful with debt. Be prepared for a big opening. Those are among the tidbits we came away with while attending the event, which was focused on emerging chains.
Restaurant Technology Guys
OCTOBER 7, 2024
Welcome back to the Restaurant Technology Blog! In our latest podcast episode, we had the pleasure of interviewing Santi Cuellar, the Senior Manager of Product Marketing for Fusion Connect.
The Wine Knitter
OCTOBER 9, 2024
National Prosecco Week 2024: The Event Celebrating the Success of Prosecco DOC in the United States. National Prosecco Week (NPW) took place June 24-30, 2024, to celebrate one of the world's most beloved Italian excellences: Prosecco DOC. This week, which is dedicated to Italian bubbly, has become a regular event in the United States. Now in its 7th edition, it has consolidated itself as a successful platform to promote and publicize the authenticity and versatility of Prosecco DOC.
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