Embrace the Suck
DECEMBER 25, 2019
Having worked as a consultant for a large foodservice distributor for 4 years, I learned a lot about their business. A lot of stuff they don’t want you to know! My mission is to you the independent restaurant that is trying to thrive and not just survives in today’s ultra-competitive restaurant industry. It’s my duty to give you an edge that can help you run a more profitable business.
Modern Restaurant Management
DECEMBER 23, 2019
A portion of this article is included as a chapter in a new, 90+ page eBook – How to Start a Business from Scratch: Build a Successful Business and Turn Your Ideas Into Money. Grab your free copy here. If you’re thinking about opening a restaurant, you’d be joining a huge industry. There are more than one million restaurants in the United States and the industry projects $863 billion in sales in 2019.
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Restaurant Technology Guys
DECEMBER 26, 2019
Today's modern customer is used to online retail, immediate delivery, and the interconnectedness of a smartphone world. Let's take a look at eight exciting restaurant technologies that improve operations. The post 8 Exciting Restaurant Technologies That Improve Operations appeared first on Restaurant Technology Guys.
Sante
DECEMBER 25, 2019
Tariffs.png. Author(s): Roger Morris. Teaser: Vintus, Zachys urge trade and consumers to take action before Jan. 13 on Trump administration's proposed 100% tariffs on European wines, cheeses, other goods. Love your French wines and Italian cheeses? But do you love them so much that you’re willing to spend twice as much for them without uttering a word of protest?
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Bingage
DECEMBER 24, 2019
Can a Food Referral program really boost Business Sales? Well, it can make or break both…although, there are several benefits of a referral program it totally depends on the type of referral program you are having. An ideal referral program attracts new customers as well as encourage repeat sales. Related Read: Importance of Repeat Customers in Restaurant.
7 Shifts
DECEMBER 27, 2019
Did you know that the average American switches jobs every 4.2 years ? The average restaurant employee, however, change jobs every 56 days ! It’s a miracle that restaurants remain a significant part of the economy despite this major staffing problem. How does this revolving door affect the restaurant industry? Turnover creates more than just financial repercussions.
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Sante
DECEMBER 22, 2019
SantaSack.png. Author(s): Emiliano De Laurentiis. Teaser: After working hard all year, this is a time to reflect on past achievements and chart the course of where we want to go in the New Year. The holidays have arrived and it’s time to relax with friends and family, enjoy our favorite food and drink, and take a deep breath. After working hard all year, this is a time to reflect on past achievements and chart the course of where we want to go in the New Year.
Crunchtime
DECEMBER 27, 2019
Your inventory management operations play a critical role in how well you optimize and maintain your food costs. As your restaurant grows and your inventory becomes more complex, it can be harder to maintain the level of inventory management efficiency you had at a smaller scale. However, following these three basic best practices will go a long way towards maintaining efficient inventory management and optimizing food costs at any size.
Buzztime Business
DECEMBER 27, 2019
When the weather gets cold and the roads are covered in snow, it can be hard to get customers to come out to your sports bar. Here are three things you can do to ensure your sports bar doesn’t suffer during the winter months. The post 32 Winter Bar Promotions with No Chill appeared first on Buzztime.
Modern Restaurant Management
DECEMBER 26, 2019
Northern Chicago’s historical neighborhood of Logan Square has emerged as one of the city’s most popular hospitality districts. Milwaukee Avenue’s newest hot spot, The Old Plank, is owned by Esam Hani and is the seventh establishment he has opened within a three-block stretch. The sports bar is equipped with several TVs for sports viewing, garage style doors, an outdoor patio with fire pits, and locally brewed craft beer and cocktails.
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Sante
DECEMBER 22, 2019
Dan Granke. Diners will appreciate the sparkle this adds to a meal, as well as the memorable taste of a well-crafted pair—all of which will help with repeat business and future cheese sales. We’ve all heard about the meteoric rise of fine cheese in the American gastronomic conscience. Most menus incorporate a large amount of high-quality cheese—melted in to sauces or on burgers, stuffed in dough, or crumbled on salad—but not everyone has tried serving cheese as a course a
Marketing4Restaurants
DECEMBER 22, 2019
Best Restaurant Podcasts for 2020. Podcasts are the greatest productivity hack, because they allow you to learn while doing things like walking the dog, prep, driving to work or jogging. We estimate the following podcasts have had over 1,000,000 downloads between them. That is a lot of Restaurant owners learning how to run their Restaurants better.
Sling
DECEMBER 23, 2019
If you find that your employees are frequently changing shifts, informing you at the last minute that they can’t work a shift you’ve already scheduled, or just not showing up , it’s time to implement an employee availability form. What Are Employee Availability Forms? An employee availability form is pretty self-explanatory: it’s a piece of paper on which your employees indicate when they can and cannot work.
Modern Restaurant Management
DECEMBER 27, 2019
Deciding to make a service call isn’t always an easy decision. Your kitchen, or at least part of it, may be out of commission for a period of time. And if a unit is out of warranty, the repair may cost more than you anticipate. Despite the potential drawbacks, taking action and calling a service company can save you time and money in the long run.
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Xtra Chef
DECEMBER 23, 2019
It’s hard to believe that it’s time to turn the page on a new decade! We can’t wait to see what 2020 and the next decade will bring for our team and for the restaurant industry. Before we get started on the next chapter, let’s take a look back. 2019 was a big step forward for our company, for our product and for data-driven restaurant operators. Check out our 2019 Year-in-Review below.
FreshCheq
DECEMBER 23, 2019
When it comes to managing a restaurant, there's a direct correlation between how well you train your staff with the success of your restaurant. Training leads to confidence for the employees, confident employees who know that they're doing well are happier, and happier employees deliver the best customer experiences. It’s a continuous cycle that can either make or break your business.
Sling
DECEMBER 23, 2019
If you find that your employees are frequently changing shifts, informing you at the last minute that they can’t work a shift you’ve already scheduled, or just not showing up , it’s time to implement an employee availability form. What Are Employee Availability Forms? An employee availability form is pretty self-explanatory: it’s a piece of paper on which your employees indicate when they can and cannot work.
360Training
DECEMBER 23, 2019
If you work in the restaurant industry, personal hygiene isn’t just a choice, it’s a must. The hazards that cause foodborne illnesses and food poisoning lurk around every corner. The best way to prevent them from affecting your customers is to ensure that anyone who cooks, touches, or serves food maintains high-levels of personal hygiene.
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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.
Marketman
DECEMBER 21, 2019
Whether your restaurant is preparing for its grand opening night or will be celebrating its 10 year anniversary, it is never a bad time to begin implementing the best restaurant management practices and improving your processes. Often times, restaurant owners, albeit with the greatest of intentions, possess little to no restaurant management knowledge.
FreshCheq
DECEMBER 23, 2019
When it comes to managing a restaurant, there's a direct correlation between how well you train your staff with the success of your restaurant. Training leads to confidence for the employees, confident employees who know that they're doing well are happier, and happier employees deliver the best customer experiences. It’s a continuous cycle that can either make or break your business.
Sling
DECEMBER 26, 2019
Ask 100 people what makes an effective leader and you’re likely to get 100 different answers. But run leadership activities and you’ll be able to see right away who has the skills necessary to step into that position and what you need to do to improve that potential. In this article, the management experts at Sling offer examples of the best leadership activities you can use to strengthen the abilities of your team and take them to the next level.
Culinary Cues
DECEMBER 25, 2019
Yep – another year, another moment in time to reflect on where you are and where you might be going. To many people a resolution is a futile attempt at changing poor behavior, lost opportunity, broken promises, and failed attempts at positive change. Making a resolution is often a noble attempt at making corrections, while knowing that there is little chance that you will actually follow through.
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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.
Sante
DECEMBER 24, 2019
_TGP8680.jpg. Author(s): Catherine Fallis. Teaser: We’re nearly at the finish line. Take a collective deep breath and know there is light at the end of the tunnel. If by any chance you are looking for last minute bubbly selections, here are some of our favorites from around the globe. [link]. We’re nearly at the finish line. Take a collective deep breath and know there is light at the end of the tunnel.
Bingage
DECEMBER 24, 2019
Biryani is Again won the title of the most ordered dish on Swiggy – As per the latest report from Swiggy. Indians order average 95 biryanis per minute and 1.6 biryanis every second from Swiggy in 2019, the online food delivery platform said on Monday. In fact, biryani is the most common first order by new users on Swiggy , according to the company`s fourth yearly `StatEATistics` report on India`s food ordering habits.
Sling
DECEMBER 26, 2019
Ask 100 people what makes an effective leader and you’re likely to get 100 different answers. But run leadership activities and you’ll be able to see right away who has the skills necessary to step into that position and what you need to do to improve that potential. In this article, the management experts at Sling offer examples of the best leadership activities you can use to strengthen the abilities of your team and take them to the next level.
The Wine Knitter
DECEMBER 27, 2019
As you may have gleaned by now, I am a fan of sparkling wine. Whether it’s toasting a special occasion or sitting home by the fire with a book, a glass of bubbly always lifts my spirits and is a welcome treat. Not long ago I visited the Piedmont region located in northwestern Italy. The focus of my trip was to re-acquaint my taste buds with the sparkling wines as well as the still wines of Asti.
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Sante
DECEMBER 22, 2019
Recommended. Grape Mix: 98% Pinot Noir, 2% Chardonnay. Vintage: 2017. Alcohol %: 12.5. We have been seduced by Paula Kornell's Blanc de Noir sparkling wine. An iconic champagne color leads to wildflowers on the nose. Small bubbles release fresh tart apple flavors and caramel on the palate. This is an appealing sparkling wine for Champagne lovers anywhere.
Planet Grape
DECEMBER 24, 2019
blog | December 24, 2019 – 3:32pm | By Catherine Fallis. [link]. We’re nearly at the finish line. Take a collective deep breath and know there is light at the end of the tunnel. If by any chance you are looking for last minute bubbly selections, here are some of our favorites from around the globe. Prices are standard retail. NV Pere Venture Cava Brut Tresor Reserva Penedes Catalonia Spain $16.
Buzztime Business
DECEMBER 23, 2019
2019 has been a year where advancements and trends in the bar and restaurant industry so we have a quick wrap up for 2019 and a look ahead to 2020. The post 2019 Bar and Restaurant News Review (And a Look Ahead at 2020) appeared first on Buzztime.
KaTom
DECEMBER 24, 2019
Merry Christmas from KaTom. We wish you all the joys this season of celebration can bring. May those you care about be near, may that you worry about be gone, and may 2020 bring 366 days of cheer, peace, and love. From all of us at KaTom, we wish you and yours happy holidays and a wonderful new year! The post Merry Christmas from KaTom appeared first on KaTom Blog.
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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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