Restaurant Business
AUGUST 23, 2023
The Bottom Line: Veggie Grill, O’Charley’s, Burger King, Boston Market, Steak n Shake and others have been closing doors this year as they work through various challenges.
Goliath Consulting
AUGUST 24, 2023
In today’s competitive food industry, effective local restaurant marketing is the key to success. For restaurants seeking to increase their customer base, enhance visibility, and build long-lasting relationships with patrons, a well-rounded marketing strategy tailored to the local community is essential. These are the basics of local restaurant marketing to attract customers and cultivate loyalty. 1.
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Crunchtime
AUGUST 22, 2023
Proven tips and best practices to address restaurant food cost management that can help your team achieve more consistent and profitable operations.
Modern Restaurant Management
AUGUST 23, 2023
Restaurant loyalty programs are nothing new so what can restaurants do to stand out from the competition and better engage with guests to build relationships? Many are trying out subscription models to see if they can benefit restaurants and guests. To learn more about how loyalty programs are evolving, Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine reached out to Joseph Yetter, the General Manager of Punchh, a PAR Technology Company.
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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.
Culinary Cues
AUGUST 21, 2023
PART TWO: The Era of the Chef: Ah, now things really changed. The once restaurateur-centric restaurant was about to become chef-centric. Seemingly happening overnight – the chef went from a behind the scenes after-thought to a celebrity. Beginning with a few flamboyant artisans like Jeremiah Tower, Paul Prudhomme, Wolfgang Puck, and Alice Waters – the chef came out from behind the curtain as the star of the show, the person responsible for over-the-top food that wowed and inspired people of all
The Eat Restaurant
AUGUST 22, 2023
Good food is the most important thing about any restaurant. Yet, more and more customers tend to care if the place looks, smells, and sounds good.
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Modern Restaurant Management
AUGUST 22, 2023
While AI has potential benefits to numerous, critical industries, there’s a huge learning curve for the development of a true AI solution, and there are significant limitations to its effectiveness during this learning period. While it’s promising, it’s not the magic bullet to increase your revenue in 2023. Conversely, proven solutions exist that can increase your guest personalization and drive new revenue, today.
24/7 Waiter
AUGUST 24, 2023
Do you want to increase your food establishment profits? The best online ordering system for restaurants will improve your visibility, increase your sales, and streamline your processes. Customers want a simple way to choose their meals and place an order all from your website. The solution is a software program that highlights your menu options and has a secure checkout system.
Restaurant Business
AUGUST 23, 2023
For brands like Shake Shack and Red Robin, less delivery has meant more people are ordering in person. They view that as a good thing.
Culinary Cues
AUGUST 24, 2023
The very thing that makes a complex kitchen environment work is the same thing that drives non-culinary folks away from professional chefs. Everything has a place, and everything is in its place, is a mantra that becomes an obsession with cooks and chefs. It is the very act that allows cooks to push through the chaos of a restaurant kitchen day with military precision and awareness of looming uncertainty.
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7 Shifts
AUGUST 23, 2023
For many in the hospitality industry, tipping is an integral part of their restaurant's culture. It influences the livelihoods of restaurant workers around the world. That's why we're so proud to launch a new product that simplifies the process for employers and employees alike. I'm excited to introduce Tip Payouts , an easy-to-use tip payment solution that empowers restaurant managers to send tips directly to employees' bank accounts in seconds.
Modern Restaurant Management
AUGUST 21, 2023
As an investor in some of America’s most iconic brands, I’ve identified some key elements that every food brand can focus on in 2023 to grow and scale their business. When looking to invest in a food concept, we look for these seven elements: 1. Strong Unit Economics and Profitability In 2023, investors are looking for businesses that have their fundamentals down and are disciplined in their operations.
Food Business
AUGUST 25, 2023
Line abandonment falls into an operational topic, which is Pillar 3, in the Six Pillars of a Successful Business. How does it happen? In the restaurant industry customers leave a line before completing their intended transaction, which in this case would be ordering their food and dining at the restaurant. This phenomenon can occur in various contexts, such as waiting in line to place an order, waiting for a table to become available, or waiting to pay the bill.
Culinary Cues
AUGUST 19, 2023
PART ONE: An Immigrant Nation Melting Pot: America was the land of opportunity and tens of thousands came to our shores, through Ellis Island, and stood at the gates of New York ready to become American and bring their ethnic influence the country’s profile. Italians, French, Irish, Greeks, Germans, Chinese, Japanese, and every other nationality brought their cultural traditions in search of a place in American life.
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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.
Buzztime Business
AUGUST 25, 2023
The future is bright for Buzztime we continue to build experiences that bring guests into bars and keep them coming back. This fall we are bringing back one of our most popular features in QB1 and will continue to bring new and engaging experiences to our Bar Buddies. Join us for a webinar on Wednesday, September 6th at 1 pm ET / 10 am PT to hear about Buzztime can bring to your location now and into the future.
Modern Restaurant Management
AUGUST 25, 2023
Today’s restaurant operators and managers should recognize the importance that music plays in creating an inviting atmosphere. Countless studies support the value of music in restaurants and hospitality in helping to create a customer experience. One study from 2019 from HUI Research suggests that music is not only a key part of creating a restaurant’s brand experience, but choosing the right music can actually lift sales by almost 10 percent.
Crunchtime
AUGUST 24, 2023
Learn how Fair Workweek laws affect multi-unit restaurant operations and how to set your stores up for success amid ever-changing restrictions.
EATER
AUGUST 25, 2023
Cartons of branded ice cream flavors at the Ice Cream Project. | Anya Hindmarch As the summer season draws to a close on performative, branded ice cream, London’s Ice Cream Project takes the genre to its logical conclusion: self destruction It’s easy to read about a fashion designer opening an ice cream pop-up in a superrich neighborhood, full of flavors dedicated to brand-name condiments and pantry ingredients like Heinz Ketchup and Maldon salt, and scream — not for ice cream, but for death.
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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.
Buzztime Business
AUGUST 24, 2023
It’s last call for summer – and your first chance to kick off the fall season. It’s Labor Day weekend! These 13 Labor Day bar promotions will pack the house and show guests a great time over the long weekend. 1) Clear the Beer! Summer Beer-ance Every shopper knows that Labor Day weekend is all about the sales. Take the same “clearance” approach with your Labor Day bar promotions.
Modern Restaurant Management
AUGUST 22, 2023
Unfortunately, scams are everywhere. The National Restaurant Association puts restaurant losses due to fraud as much as four percent of sales annually. What exactly are these scams, and how can restaurant owners protect themselves? In this episode of The Main Course , hosted by MRM's Barbara Castiglia , speaks with David McClellan , the president, and CEO of Social Catfish , a company dedicated to preventing online scams through reverse search technology.
Sling
AUGUST 22, 2023
An employee time tracking app can be a valuable tool regardless of the type or size of business you operate. Incorporating such an app into your workflow can help you maintain employee productivity, streamline the payroll process, bill clients more accurately, and stay within the bounds of labor compliance. There are a number of great software options on the market, but some stand out above the rest.
Sante
AUGUST 24, 2023
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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.
Buzztime Business
AUGUST 25, 2023
QB1 is back and Bar Buddies are clamoring for bars and restaurants in their area to play this revived Buzztime experience. Join us for a webinar on Wednesday, September 6th at 1 pm ET / 10 am PT to hear about what QB1 is, how it helps retain customers, and how it can convert those customers into regulars. The webinar will run between 30 minutes and 1 hour with our Head of Sales, Jeff Van Slyke, going over the different features as well as what a product like this can do to improve check size and
Modern Restaurant Management
AUGUST 25, 2023
Commercial ice machines are an indispensable part of various businesses, including restaurants, hotels, and bars. While many factors contribute to the efficiency and performance of these machines, the quality of the water used plays a significant role. The water composition in different cities can vary greatly, and this can have a profound impact on the functionality and lifespan of commercial ice machines.
EATER
AUGUST 23, 2023
Photo by Theo Wargo/Getty Images The actor and advocate on getting into hotspots and the downsides of New York City’s restaurant scene At this point, Busy Philipps is as known for her roles on shows like Freaks and Geeks , Cougar Town , and Girls 5eva as she is for her more personal, entrepreneurial work. She has a podcast , a memoir , and has mastered the art of the Instagram story.
Sante
AUGUST 24, 2023
Hello! Congratulations on your win. Below is your gold winner's badge for the 2023 Santé Wine & Sprits Competition. You may place this badge on your website or use it on social media. Just ctrl-click or right-click to download the size you want. Please link it to: santemagazine.
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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 Business
AUGUST 24, 2023
The concept from Punch Bowl Social founder Robert Thompson isn't scheduled to debut until next year, but it has attracted some powerful investors from both the restaurant and the pickleball world.
Modern Restaurant Management
AUGUST 24, 2023
Even among current business owners, there are a lot of misconceptions about interaction between consumers and staff members. Here are a few that are related to phones in the restaurant industry. 1. Phone calls are going to become obsolete in the near future. Due to the rise of automation, technology, texting, chatting, and other forms of easy communication, some people erroneously believe that phone calls are going to become obsolete.
EATER
AUGUST 24, 2023
Photoillustration by Lille Allen; photo by Rebecca Simonov Lyndsay Green won a James Beard Award and was named a Pulitzer Prize Finalist, just three years into being a food writer In How I Got My Job , folks from across the food and restaurant industry answer Eater’s questions about, well, how they got their job. Today’s installment: Lyndsay Green. In Lyndsay C.
Restaurant Technology Guys
AUGUST 21, 2023
Check out the interview between Jeremy and FasterLines Founder Rob Meng and one of their clients Zaxby’s. In today’s episdoe, I’m going to show you how FasterLines helps make drive thru lines quicker with the top selling Zaxby’s franchise owner. FasterLines will help your restaurant operate at top efficiency using machine learning and AI tools to help find the bottleneck and stop it once and for all.
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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