Restaurant Engine
JULY 10, 2024
Modernize your menu to stay on top of the latest trends. Have you had the same menu for years? It may be time to change it. As trends and tastes change and grow, some restaurant owners find that adapting their menu can boost their profits. There are many ways to upgrade your menu. You can change the items, but you can also change the look of your menu and your descriptions.
Bottleneck Management
JULY 9, 2024
Pickles and Beer: A Dill-icious Duo Let’s talk pickles and beer. This timeless pairing has been a favorite forever, and it keeps getting better. We’ve rounded up what’s brining in the pickle and beer scene right now. A Classic Combo Pickles and beer have always complemented each other. The tangy, salty crunch of a good pickle can enhance the flavors of a crisp, refreshing beer.
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Modern Restaurant Management
JULY 10, 2024
Among the reasons restaurants fail (poor location, inadequate marketing, lack of staff and inventory control, uninspired menu, unreasonable pricing), customer theft is rarely on the radar. And yet, the diner who walks out with your logo beer mug is damaging your restaurant’s bottom line. After a guest thief takes what they want, the restaurant must purchase replacements and eventually report the thefts to their insurance company, which in the long run will raise their premiums, creating an
TastyIgniter
JULY 10, 2024
Seasonal and holiday marketing is a great way for restaurants to boost sales and engage customers. From special menus to festive decor and events, there are many creative ways to celebrate the seasons and draw in diners looking for a unique experience.
Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson
In the world of small business management, the challenge of managing payroll & HR efficiently while scaling operations can be overwhelming. Yet, with the right strategies in place, these challenges can become opportunities for growth and innovation. In this session, Joe Sharpe, Senior Director of Managed Payroll Services at IRIS, will reveal practical methods and expert insights for outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes, resulting in substantial time and resource savings.
Restaurant Business
JULY 8, 2024
The new product, from the company known for virtual restaurant brands including MrBreast Burger, is designed to help restaurants grow third-party delivery revenue with automated error management and dynamic pricing.
Margin Edge
JULY 11, 2024
MarginEdge | We took data from thousands of restaurants across the country and compiled a report to show sales trends for the month of June 2024.
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Modern Restaurant Management
JULY 9, 2024
May was a challenging month for restaurant companies. Shares of major quick-service restaurant (QSR) brands experienced double-digit drops, consumer confidence declined, and traffic at fast-food restaurants was down by 2.1 percent , according to the Revenue Management Solutions (RMS) Monthly Trends report. Will the summer sun heat up sales? The Summer Outlook Triple-digit temps might light up lagging traffic, but QSRs aren’t going to wait for the post-beach visits.
ChowNow
JULY 8, 2024
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Bermar America
JULY 11, 2024
Ah, the age-old question that has plagued us for over 300 years: what do you do with a bottle of wine after only having served a glass or two? Food storage is almost second nature to us at this point, and we certainly wouldn’t allow our food to go bad, let alone consume anything that. The post Why use a wine preservation system? appeared first on Bermar America | Professional Wine & Champagne Preservation Systems.
Culinary Cues
JULY 8, 2024
Finding your purpose, making a difference, and creating your legacy are underlying goals that every chef seems to hold close. How important is this and in the big scheme of things, does it really matter? We invest so much time in our craft, finding our cooking signature, promoting our personal brand and that of the restaurant(s) we represent, and finding ways to build a reputation – why?
Advertiser: Paycor
Year-end can be a hectic time for HR professionals, but with proper planning and organization, you can navigate it smoothly. Learn the main watch outs for year-end HR prep with Paycor’s helpful checklist covering employee data, wage and tax information, and special situations. Ensure compliance and efficiency by downloading today!
7 Shifts
JULY 12, 2024
Many operators struggle with low profit margins, and it’s easy to fall into this trap. In fact, the average restaurant profit margin just falls between 3% and 6%. By finding the right balance, you can avoid these pitfalls and ensure your business stays profitable. Let’s explore what this number means, how you can calculate it, what the average margin is for different types of restaurants, and the factors that can affect low profit margins.
Modern Restaurant Management
JULY 8, 2024
At a time when the competition for the guest dollar and loyalty is fierce, it's a challenge to stand out. How can a brand develop a loyalty program that is relevant for a variety of guests? Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine connected with Christine Ralph, Director of Loyalty for HOA Brands, the parent company of Hooters and Hoots Wings, to discuss all things loyalty.
SpotOn
JULY 9, 2024
According to user reviews, SpotOn was awarded Best Support and Highest User Adoption in Small Business Restaurant POS SpotOn received the highest marks among its competition across categories, including quality of support, ease of use, and user adoption San Francisco , July 9, 2024 — SpotOn , a leading provider of cloud-based point-of-sale (POS) systems, received significant accolades in the Summer 2024 Grid® Report for Restaurant POS.
Chowly
JULY 11, 2024
Introduction In today’s fast-paced business environment, the concept of Return on Investment (ROI) is widely recognized as a key measure of success. ROI traditionally focuses on the financial return gained from investments in resources, technology, or strategies. However, for restaurant operators, another equally important metric is emerging: Return on Time (ROT).
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Diversity and inclusion are crucial for building a strong and innovative workforce. Discover how AI technology can revolutionize your hiring process and drive diversity in your organization. Explore over 10 ways AI recruiting tools can help you identify a wider pool of candidates, enhance communication strategies, and eliminate unconscious bias. Embrace the future of recruitment and create a more diverse and inclusive workplace with AI technology.
7 Shifts
JULY 9, 2024
This post is adapted from our “What Restaurant Employees Want” report. Visit our report page to download the full report , which features insights from 1500 active restaurant employees and industry experts. In the rapidly evolving hospitality industry, flexibility has emerged as a critical factor in attracting and retaining employees. According to the 2024 report from 7shifts, a striking 56% of restaurant employees value flexible scheduling.
Modern Restaurant Management
JULY 11, 2024
Professionals in the restaurant industry are acutely aware of the importance of food safety, but its day-to-day implementation continues to be a challenge. Research shows that out of two million restaurant inspections between September 2022 and 2023, handwashing was the most common FDA food code violation (six percent), and 5.6 percent of violations were due to inadequate sanitization of food contact surfaces.
The Restaurant Group
JULY 11, 2024
T he Importance of Conducting a Feasibility Study for Your Restaurant Opening a restaurant is a passion project for many. Crafting their own menu, creating a space where people can share meals and strengthen bonds, and having a place to call one’s own are, after all, compelling motivators. However, if you’re an aspiring restauranteur, you shouldn’t skip some crucial preliminary steps.
ChowNow
JULY 10, 2024
Launching a restaurant is an exciting journey that can be filled with lots of twists and turns, but there’s a lot of effort and intention that goes into the process before you even open your doors to customers. For starters, it’s essential to start off with a well-structured and intentional restaurant business plan. This will help you not only secure funding for your restaurant, but also serve as a clear roadmap for your restaurant’s path to success.
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In the competitive restaurant industry, data is crucial for controlling costs and boosting efficiency. Real-time data helps with labor scheduling, adjusting menu items, reducing waste and improving profitability. Learn how harnessing data enables better decision-making and enhances operational success.
EATER
JULY 8, 2024
Getty Images Do restaurants fall under the FTC’s proposed rule to ban hidden mandatory fees? California recently said no, but restaurants across the country are bracing for more confusion. Restaurant service fees are now commonplace. As of 2023, the National Restaurant Association estimates that 15 percent of restaurants are using some form of additional charges.
Future Food
JULY 7, 2024
By Allan Forsdick Food & Consumables Procurement in Clubs & Pubs In the Club industry, beverage procurement is often meticulously planned and managed through contracts and pour targets. However, food procurement tends to be more arbitrary, often left to the discretion of the Chef or kitchen manager. This approach can lead to issues including spiralling food costs, inconsistent quality, and missed opportunities to leverage the Club’s purchasing power.
Restaurant Business
JULY 10, 2024
In a deal that aims to avoid bankruptcy, the Bellevue, Washington-based fast-casual pizza chain has agreed to sell 100% of its equity to a Southern California-based group that has owned brands like Slater's 50/50, Project Pie and Patxi's Pizza.
Crunchtime
JULY 10, 2024
We're delighted to announce the launch of nominations for the second annual Ops Excellence Awards at Crunchtime. These awards celebrate those who have leveraged Crunchtime’s solutions to achieve unparalleled operational excellence. This is your team’s chance to shine and be celebrated for your dedication, innovation, and hardwork, which has raised the bar for your business and the industry at large.
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Running a restaurant involves juggling numerous tasks, but payroll and HR shouldn’t add to the stress. Our guide, "A Buyer’s Guide to Payroll & HCM Services," is tailored for the restaurant industry to help you choose the best provider. Efficient payroll services ensure timely, accurate payments, crucial for maintaining staff morale. Compliance support helps navigate labor laws and avoid costly fines.
EATER
JULY 9, 2024
Photo by @gel0sh0ts /courtesy Abacá It’s “Loewe tomato” summer. Of course trompe l’oeil tomato dishes have made it onto restaurant menus. The “tomatoes” recently served as dessert at the Parisian restaurant Carbonis were not, in fact, tomatoes at all. The work of pastry designer Alina Prokopenko , small mounds of vanilla sponge cake, strawberry compote, praline, and tomato-infused caramel were shrouded beneath glazed, red ganache and topped with the leaves and stem of real tomatoes to complete t
Clover - Restaurants
JULY 11, 2024
Joining forces with other businesses helps allow owners to pool resources and create new ways to attract and delight customers. There are a host of potential benefits of small business collaboration–not just for each of the businesses involved, but also for the local community. Here are six small business partnership examples to inspire you. 1. Share your space Collaborating with businesses that offer complementary goods and services allows you to combine–and grow–your common base of customers.
Restaurant Business
JULY 11, 2024
Explore the latest insights into consumer spending and value decisions amidst ongoing inflation. Learn how rising food-away-from-home (FAFH) costs impact behaviors and discover strategies for targeting key demographics and addressing operator challenges in our current economic environment.
Aaron Allen & Associates
JULY 10, 2024
Originally Published in the Aaron Allen & Associates Newsletter on 07/08/2024 The Saudi HORECA Industry Is Struggling with Growth… Restaurant and Hotels sales (two segments of “HORECA” — Hotels, Restaurants, and Catering) are lagging behind other industries in the KSA in the last year (taking May 2024 vs May 2023 and based on POS transactions).
Advertiser: Paycor
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.
EATER
JULY 11, 2024
Kevin J. Miyazaki/Knopf Just in time for peach season, it’s a beautiful meeting of Italian and American cooking Back in 2017, Renato Poliafito had just left Baked, the beloved Brooklyn bakery he co-founded in 2005. He thought he might write a book, part-cookbook, part-memoir, focused on the desserts and pastry of Italy. His agent wasn’t sold on the idea, so Poliafito decided to move forward with another idea, this one for Ciao, Gloria , the effervescent Brooklyn coffee shop, cafe, and bakery he
QSR Automations
JULY 8, 2024
In the ever-changing world of restaurants and hospitality, efficiency and consistency are key. QSR Automations has recently introduced ConnectSmart® RecipesPlus, a robust solution designed to revolutionize recipe management while working seamlessly with the rest of the ConnectSmart® Suite. This powerful new tool streamlines operations, improves kitchen efficiency, and ensures consistency in food quality.
Restaurant Business
JULY 9, 2024
Starbucks, Burger King, KFC, Dunkin’ and other brands will work together on a citywide reusable cup initiative in Petaluma, California, starting August 5.
Margin Edge
JULY 11, 2024
Explore these effective best practices for multi-unit restaurant menu engineering and recipe management with a restaurant management system like MarginEdge.
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Making effective hiring decisions can be challenging, but with a standardized evaluation process, you can improve your chances of finding the ideal candidate every time. Discover the benefits of using interview scorecards to assess and compare candidates, ensuring fair and consistent evaluations. Our free interview scorecard template allows you to customize criteria and track candidate progress, helping you make informed hiring decisions.
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