Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 25, 2024

While viewers are anticipating the third season premiere of "The Bear" on June 27, the show really hits home for industry insiders as the dark comedy highlghts the daily struggles of operating a restaurant as well as opening one. It's raw and realistic portrayal of the struggles to keep a family-owned restaurant in Chicago up and running, mirror the real-world experiences of many in the industry, particularly in the areas of financial and mental health. "'The Bear' does a

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ChowNow

JUNE 25, 2024

Online food ordering and delivery has experienced a staggering growth rate of over 20% in the past five years , which means restaurants are taking orders across multiple platforms to stay competitive. While ordering and delivery platforms are helpful for increasing visibility, they also create challenges for restaurant staff who must juggle multiple tablets, leading to potential errors and a poor diner experience.

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The Restaurant Group

JUNE 25, 2024

Navigating the Restaurant Industry: A Comprehensive Guide to Restaurant Consulting With 749,404 restaurants in the U.S., finding your footing can be challenging. But it’s not impossible. With the expert guidance and advice of restaurant consulting firms like TRG, you can achieve the prime spot in this dynamic sector. Why Invest in Restaurant Consulting Services Opening a restaurant is brutal.

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Culinary Cues

JUNE 23, 2024

There are kitchens and there are kitchens. Painting the environment that surrounds cooking with the same brush is unfair and quite inaccurate; yet many do. Those operations that resemble the caldrons of hell filled with arrogance, bullying, unprofessional behavior, and a lack of respect for people, product, and process is the same as categorizing musicians, athletes, business leaders, and politicians under a unified profile.

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Employees want meaningful feedback. Without it, 98% disengage from their work (Zippia). But do your managers know how to support them? Use this Quick Start Guide to get the conversation started. Your workers don’t just want jobs; they want careers. Invest in your team by giving them meaningful feedback. 65% of employees want more feedback (Zippia). Workers who get daily feedback are 3x more engaged (Clear Company).

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Goliath Consulting

JUNE 27, 2024

As the newest generation to enter the workforce, Generation Z (those born between 1997 and 2012) brings unique characteristics, values, and expectations. Understanding how to effectively manage and engage Gen Z employees is crucial for restaurant owners and managers looking to maintain a motivated and productive team. Here are some key strategies to consider: 1.

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EATER

JUNE 26, 2024

The Summer Fancy Food Show happens in New York City every year. | Bettina Makalintal I traversed the expo’s cheese-stuffed aisles to see what we can expect in our shoppy shops and grocery stores in the coming months Every summer, sellers of fancy cheeses, cultured butters, alt-pastas, collagen waters, chicharron croutons, broccoli hummus, and all sorts of other things you can eat descend on New York City’s Javits Center for the Specialty Food Association’s Summer Fancy Food Show.

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 25, 2024

A sophisticated attack robbed Gotham Bar & Grill of its payroll and forced the restaurant to shutter temporarily. Owner Bret Csencsitz wants others in the industry to learn from his mistakes.

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TastyIgniter

JUNE 26, 2024

Operating costs in your restaurant can make or break your business. From menu optimization to energy efficiency, this comprehensive guide explores 10 effective strategies to slash expenses without compromising quality. Learn how to boost your bottom line while maintaining customer satisfaction.

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Restaurant Engine

JUNE 26, 2024

Two different restaurants have similar elements to their success stories. What makes a restaurant successful? Does your restaurant have that special recipe? In this article, we hope you get inspired by these two vastly different restaurants and their success stories. These are restaurateurs who’ve taken it to the next level. First, let’s look at what makes a restaurant successful so you can better understand what these restaurants did right.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 24, 2024

Diners should expect to be delighted by modernized comfort food and low-waste menus, according to Unilever Food Solutions’ Future Menus Top North America Trends 2024 report. It also acts as a recipe guide with solutions to industry-wide challenges, from cost-saving initiatives that ease labor shortages to recipes backed by forward-thinking trends.

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There’s a new overtime salary threshold that will impact employers across the country. If you have an employee making less than $43,888 on July 1 or less than $58,656 on January 1, you’re going to have to start paying overtime. Download Paycor’s guide to learn: Which groups of employees are affected? How should you classify employees? Best ways to mitigate risk.

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EATER

JUNE 28, 2024

Anchor Steam | Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images Union members want to get back to work at the storied San Francisco brewery, but they have yet to hear from the brewery’s new owner Patrick Costello didn’t know Anchor Brewing Company had been bought until his phone started buzzing with questions from friends. Like the rest of Anchor Steam’s unionized workforce, Costello had lost his job in August 2023, when Sapporo USA, which had purchased the San Francisco brewery in 2017, announced plans to

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ChowNow

JUNE 27, 2024

Running a restaurant and operating a business are two sides of the hospitality coin: the former keeps food hitting tables and the latter makes sure you can do it again tomorrow. It’s always been a challenge to do both well, but recent increases in labor and food costs have intensified these challenges. With inflation rising and the job market becoming more competitive, finding and retaining talent while managing costs is a top priority for restaurateurs.

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 24, 2024

River Subs LLC, a large operator out of San Antonio is seeking Chapter 11 debt protection after losing a nearly $3 million judgment in a wrongful death lawsuit.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 28, 2024

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features news on the impact of California's minimum wage, customer satisfaction, AI use in restaurants, popular cocktails and bathroom readiness. Early Impact of California's Minimum Wage A new edition of The Anchor from Placer.ai, written by R.J. Hottovy, the company’s Head of Analytical Research, digs into the changes at California restaurants wrought by increases to its minimum wage laws.

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There’s a new overtime salary threshold that will impact employers across the country. If you have an employee making less than $43,888 on July 1 or less than $58,656 on January 1, you’re going to have to start paying overtime. Download Paycor’s guide to learn: Which groups of employees are affected? How should you classify employees? Best ways to mitigate risk.

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EATER

JUNE 27, 2024

Ayo Edebiri as Sydney Adamu in The Bear | FX Through 10 muddled episodes, the future of Carmen “Carmy” Berzatto and the Bear is as up in the air as ever The below contains plot details from Seasons 1, 2, and 3 of The Bear. When we left Carmy, Cousin Richie, Natalie, and the rest of the gang at the Bear, the titular Chicago restaurant at the center of Hulu’s most-streamed new show of 2023 , things were not going well.

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Aaron Allen & Associates

JUNE 25, 2024

Enhanced Restaurant Efficiency and Profitability Via Strategic Kitchen Reconfigurations: Ignite Your Restaurant’s Future In the fast-paced restaurant industry, staying ahead of the competition requires constant innovation and adaptation. One of the most impactful changes you can make is optimizing your kitchen layout and operations. At Aaron Allen & Associates, we specialize in strategic kitchen reconfigurations that not only streamline your back-of-house processes but also significantly

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 24, 2024

The sports bar chain abruptly shut its doors in parts of Texas, Florida, Kentucky and Virginia. A local media outlet put the total number of closures at 40.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 26, 2024

The popularity of drive-thru continues as sales are up 30 percent since 2019. But what do customers want from the drive-thru experience and how can QSRs better meet those needs? How will the drive-thru change in the coming years? To learn how brands can improve the drive-thru experience for their guests and their team, Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine reached out to Kevin Jones, VP of QSR and Hospitality at Mood Media, who has a proven record in sales and account management revenue gr

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EATER

JUNE 27, 2024

In May, the Big Queer Food Fest took place in Boston. | Big Queer Food Fest The founders of the Big Queer Food Fest have plans for 2025. In the meantime, they’re finding out just how big the queer food community is. Being of the generation raised by Food Network, Top Chef , and Anthony Bourdain, I developed certain ideas of what a chef looked like. A chef could be bawdy and brash or obsessed with science.

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Go Hire- Restaurants

JUNE 27, 2024

Is Text Recruiting Legal? What about TCPA Compliance? By : Kellie Mitchell Bubeck , Copilevitz & Canter, LLC, November 2018 As millennials move away from email for personal communications and rely more heavily on text messaging, employers must take advantage of this change to communicate and recruit younger candidates and employees. Companies and messaging platforms must also ensure they comply with federal calling and texting laws.

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 26, 2024

Miracle Restaurant Group, which operates 25 restaurants in Illinois, Indiana, Texas, Mississippi and Louisiana, sought Chapter 11 debt protection for the second time.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 27, 2024

"Pizza is more than just food; it’s a way to bring people together," Tom Krouse said when asked to describe what it is about pizza that has kept him in love with it for so many years. "I love its universal appeal and the joy it brings to people. At Donatos Pizza, our commitment to quality and community makes our pizza special, and being a part of that has been incredibly fulfilling." The Donatos CEO is retiring in October after 24 years and passing the torch to Kevin King,

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EATER

JUNE 27, 2024

Photo illustration by Lille Allen Lou Rand Hogan’s 1965 book dared to say that gay men could be perfectly happy cooking and eating together, just like straight people According to the pop culture of the 1960s, gay men lived busy and complex lives. So much secrecy and skulking and sinister scheming! So much time cruising in seedy bars and public bathrooms!

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SpotOn

JUNE 27, 2024

Turning the Corner is a new series from SpotOn Restaurateur-in-Residence Scott Youkilis. Find mindful advice on all aspects of the restaurant business — the good, the bad, and the expletive-inducing, from someone who has been there before. I got into the restaurant industry because I wanted to throw a party every night, and I thought I could make a lot of money doing it.

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 26, 2024

Government Watch: The National Restaurant Association is setting up a network that turns rank-and-file operators into "super-advocates" for the business. Also: Face mask mandates could make a comeback, but in a different way.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 24, 2024

The Freelance Isn’t Free Act (FIFA) represents a significant shift in labor law, providing new protections for freelance workers across New York state. Although initially intended to take effect on May 20, that has been postponed until August 28. This law requires written contracts for freelance engagements worth $800 or more or lasting longer than 120 days.

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HR doesn’t exist in a vacuum. This work impacts everyone: from the C-Suite to your newest hire. It also drives results. Learn how to make it all happen in Paycor’s latest guide.

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EATER

JUNE 24, 2024

Beck Deresse After going on hormone replacement therapies, my taste began to change — but that effect wasn’t purely biological On my last trip to the Burbank Costco, I felt like I finally perfected my optimum shopping route. First, the personal care section for Kirkland-brand minoxidil, then a pallet of Diet Coke; last, a quick weave through the snack aisles in search of a 30-pack of “snacking nuts,” individually portioned packages of salted peanuts, cashews, and almonds.

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SpotOn

JUNE 25, 2024

The answer to the question, "What is a dive bar?" is more of a philosophical exercise than a straightforward definition. Wine bars serve wine, small plates, and upscale bar snacks, country bars offer cheap beer and twangy, live music, and sports bars mean wings and flatscreen TVs. Dive bars are elusive. They don't necessarily share drink menus and decor, but you know one when you see one.

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 26, 2024

The fast-casual chain confirmed corporate files were accessed in a security incident in March. Workers, however, were not notified until mid-June, the lawsuits contend.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 28, 2024

What are the best practices for instilling an effective cell phone policy for staff at your restaurant? It's a tough issue. This episode of Making Dough Show ! host Hengam Stanfield delves into this topic offering suggestions for creating an efficient and productive workable environment.

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HR doesn’t exist in a vacuum. This work impacts everyone: from the C-Suite to your newest hire. It also drives results. Learn how to make it all happen in Paycor’s latest guide.

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