The Restaurant Times
FEBRUARY 26, 2023
Happy hours are among the most effective marketing strategies for boosting sales in bars and restaurants. A report found that one-third of all sales of alcoholic beverages occur during happy hour and late-night drink specials. And for good reason — everyone enjoys happy hour, to unwind after a long day, and socialize with friends all while taking advantage of discounts.
Modern Restaurant Management
MARCH 1, 2023
Is your restaurant up to speed with the latest best practices for back of house (BOH) management? Those areas of your restaurant that aren’t typically seen by customers but directly impact your business. So, even if your customers are unaware of what’s going on behind the scenes, any operational inefficiencies will eventually surface – with potentially dire consequences for your business.
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Modern Restaurant Management
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
Today, restaurants’ staggering turnover rates are 70 percent higher than all other sectors. What can restaurant owners and managers do to better engage workers and increase retention in the long run? The current state of employee retention rates can feel dire for restaurant owners, especially after the Covid pandemic. McKinsey research analysts claim that the retail and hospitality employment sector – a segment that includes restaurant employees – is up against “a more se
Restaurant Technology Guys
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
Maximize your restaurant's efficiency and profitability with the right POS integrations! From online ordering to employee management and mobile payment processing, we cover the basics to help you stay ahead of the competition. The post Top 10 Restaurant POS Integrations Everyone Needs appeared first on Restaurant Technology Guys.
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The Eat Restaurant
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
After months of meticulous planning and countless hours of hard work, your restaurant is finally ready to open. The quickest way to now solidify your presence in the community is by holding a restaurant grand opening event.
Sculpture Hospitality
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
As a restaurant owner or manager, keeping track of inventory is critical to running a successful business. Without proper inventory management, you may end up over-ordering food, which can lead to product waste, or under-ordering, which can result in unhappy customers and a shortage of menu items.
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Restaurant Business
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
Restaurant Rewind: The notion of forgoing dining areas to rely on delivery and takeout has been around since at least the Eisenhower administration. Here are two cases in point.
The Restaurant Times
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
Restaurant owners have a wealth of data, from employee records, distribution network logistics, self-service kiosks, and e-commerce figures to social networking reviews. Yet, according to BCG , only one out of every five restaurants fully utilize the vast amounts of data they have access to from various sources. Modern POS systems, for instance, can show you metrics like the frequency of requests for extra ingredients.
Lady Boss Blogger
MARCH 2, 2023
Your health is important, and just because you are a busy professional doesn’t mean that you can make your health take a backseat. Unfortunately, a lot of people do this, and then they wonder why they aren’t feeling good. Keep reading if you would like to find out how to take care of your health. […] The post Busy Professional Life? Your Health Still Shouldn’t Take A Backseat appeared first on Lady Boss Blogger.
7 Shifts
MARCH 3, 2023
When work starts to feel comical, there are tools to help. Reinvent the way your restaurant team works with 7shifts' complete team management platform. Don't get surprised by last-minute shift changes at the restaurant. Check your work schedule instantly in the 7shifts mobile app. You could be buried in a mountain of spreadsheets, or you could have software calculate staff tips for you.
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Structured interview questions are a valuable tool for reducing bias in hiring. They help: Ensure all candidates are asked the same questions in the same way Level the playing field so all candidates have a fair chance of being successful Improve credibility, reliability, and validity Download the guide to get the most out of your interview questions!
Modern Restaurant Management
MARCH 3, 2023
In a State of the Restaurant industry report, the Natiional Restaurant Association sees a return to normal with predicted sales growth in 2023. Other top research lists how impactful the Super Bowl was for restaurants, the state of gift cards and top pizza cities. A Return to Normal The National Restaurant Association released its 2023 State of the Restaurant Industry report, which examines key factors impacting the industry including the current state of the economy, operations, workforce, and
Perfect Daily Grind
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
For the majority of roasters, it’s never been as important to stay competitive. With rising energy and labour costs, coffee businesses’ margins are as tight as ever. However, it’s still imperative that roasters continue to sell a variety of coffees to suit a number of consumer taste preferences. But alongside this, roasters also need to make sure all their coffee stays fresh – no matter how many they are selling at any given time.
The Wine Knitter
FEBRUARY 26, 2023
It is a rare occasion that I write about importers of wine and spirits. My focus is usually on the wine or spirits producer. However, I make exceptions now and then, especially when seduced by my love for Italian wine! So, I’m giving a shout-out to Votto Vines. And, since the three Italian wine samples I received were very palate-pleasing and all under $30, what’s not to write about?
EATER
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
Photos: Teranga, Dept of Culture, Nok by Alara | Illustration: Eater Chefs are spotlighting their culinary heritage on tasting menus, at buzzy pop-ups, and at new restaurants across the country At Dept of Culture, a soft white cheese called wara comes plated with stew — blended and cooked tomatoes, bell peppers, and onions, spiced like many Nigerians prefer it.
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Driven by a diverse and exciting ecosystem of passionate, ambitious, and often young entrepreneurs, the Food & Beverage (F&B) sector is a highly competitive environment full of immense challenges and exciting opportunities. Expert Market’s 2024 industry report, sponsored by Toast, is informed by a survey of 522 U.S. food and beverage professionals, from restaurant owners to food service managers, providing insights into the real-time challenges and opportunities within the industry.
Modern Restaurant Management
FEBRUARY 27, 2023
Restaurant365’s State of the Industry Customer Survey shows that 60 percent of surveyed customers plan to expand their businesses in 2023 despite expected increased labor and food costs. Whether a restaurant wants to expand on its first location’s success or try a new type of venue entirely, opening a second location is a big decision. While most restaurant operators will seek outside funding to get the second location running, it still takes time for a unit to become profitable once
Perfect Daily Grind
FEBRUARY 27, 2023
The Middle East has one of the oldest coffee cultures in the world. In fact, traditional arabic coffee (also known as qahwa coffee ) received UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage status in 2015. Alongside its historical and cultural significance, the Middle East’s coffee sector has been flourishing in recent years. According to data from Project Café Middle East 2023, the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) branded coffee shop market grew by 10.5% over the last 12 months.
Food Business
MARCH 3, 2023
We dig into the third pillar of a successful business: operating efficiently. Going deep with the Six Pillars of Success as a method for business owners to roadmap change and stability into their business. The Six Pillars are Brand Strategy, Financial Stability, Operations, Product Quality, Avenues & Distribution, and Hospitality. Operations in a restaurant are a set of tasks, SOPs, best practices and equipment that all need to blend together in the right combination to ensure every day goes
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Managing HR tasks like payroll, compliance, and employee data can overwhelm small businesses. That’s where a Human Capital Management (HCM) solution comes in. Our eBook, Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide , shows how an HCM system automates tedious processes, ensuring your business stays compliant and efficient. You’ll learn how to simplify payroll, eliminate costly errors, and empower your employees with self-service tools.
Modern Restaurant Management
MARCH 2, 2023
“Complexity is the enemy of execution,” according to business and life coach and author Tony Robbins. It can also be the enemy of payment processing cost efficiencies and the ability to deliver a satisfying customer experience (CX). Whether you own or operate a bar, restaurant, hotel, resort, casino, or sports venue, your ability to control costs and deliver a satisfying CX depends on many factors.
EATER
MARCH 2, 2023
The crowd inside Loretta’s Last Call. | Boston Globe / Getty Images Riding Nashville’s wave of national popularity, themed Yankee-tonks have popped up in many cities, channeling a crude version of Music City’s culture, sounds, and food It’s line dancing night at Nash Bar & Stage and a couple dozen folks are out on the floor, smacking their cowboy boots to Ian Munsick’s “I See Country.
Goliath Consulting
MARCH 3, 2023
Finding the best franchise requires a lot of research, time, and money. There are thousands of franchises, so this can be a challenging task. Choosing the right franchise that best suits your needs can be daunting but exciting for those ready to become business owners. Here are some important steps you should consider to help you choose the right franchise to guide you toward profit and success: 1.
Open for Business
MARCH 1, 2023
In all 50 states, teens as young as 14 are allowed to work in restaurants. Restaurants hiring at 15 and even restaurants hiring at 14 has become a more common practice in recent years thanks in part to the ongoing labor crisis. This age group can’t join your full-time workforce, but they can be dedicated part-time employees who can help take the pressure off during a restaurant’s busiest shifts.
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Running a profitable restaurant requires more than great food and service. Our guide breaks down five actionable strategies to help you control costs and maximize profitability. Learn how to track and reduce food waste, optimize labor costs with smart scheduling, make data-driven decisions with regular P&L reviews, and manage fixed and variable costs efficiently.
Sling
MARCH 1, 2023
Curious about implementing the 4/10 work schedule? We’ve got the details you need to help you make the right choice for your team. Many businesses operate on the standard 40-hour workweek. For most, that entails having their employees work eight hours per day Monday through Friday. The 4/10 work schedule is a popular alternative because it provides a number of benefits that can help your employees excel.
Restaurant Business
MARCH 1, 2023
The burger chain is increasing its incentives to convince operators to open additional restaurants as it seeks to speed unit growth. But it is also walking back its deal with Reef Kitchens.
Open for Business
MARCH 1, 2023
Employee referrals can be a restaurant’s most powerful tool any time there’s an open role. Most established restaurants have found new team members thanks to existing employees telling their friends why they like their job and when there’s an opportunity to join the team. You can help those referrals happen more consistently by putting an official employee referral process in place.
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HR leaders drowning in paperwork struggle to meet C-suite's strategic expectations. Burnout and high turnover plague the field, with 95% feeling overwhelmed. This guide explores how the right tools can free HR from admin tasks and empower them to become the strategic leaders they’re meant to be.
Restaurant Technology Guys
FEBRUARY 26, 2023
Join our resident Business Ninja Max, together with the CRO of Custom Business Solutions, Jeremy Julian, as they talk about the software that helps manage restaurants – a restaurant POS system. Point of sale (POS), a critical piece of a point of purchase, refers to the place where a customer executes the payment for goods or services and where sales taxes may become payable.
EATER
MARCH 1, 2023
Choctaw Nation Reba McEntire is the latest country superstar getting into the hospitality game, and her Atoka, Oklahoma restaurant feels welcoming indeed Until the last year or so, Reba McEntire never had any intention of opening a restaurant. The fire-haired country music superstar, actress, author, and lifestyle mogul has plenty on her plate — she’s starring in a movie this year, going out on tour, and writing a new book — and didn’t think getting into the hospitality industry was worth the tr
Restaurant Business
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
The franchisee, which operates one out of seven Burger King restaurants in the U.S., said it generated more cash than it has in two years as more of its customers paid the full price.
Open for Business
MARCH 1, 2023
The restaurant labor shortage is still one of the industry’s biggest challenges even 3 years after the start of the pandemic. The labor market has shown signs of improvement, but most restaurant operators are still looking for restaurant staff. More than 87% say they’re likely to hire in 2023 if they can find qualified applicants, according to the National Restaurant Association.
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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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