Modern Restaurant Management
OCTOBER 1, 2022
Restaurant marketing revolves around making your business known. It combines different online and offline strategies to promote a restaurant and increase orders. But is it so simple to stand out from the crowd in 2022? With high inflation and the rising cost of living, people look to reduce spending on leisure activities. Restaurants, in turn, have to deal with skyrocketing prices on products and fuel.
Perfect Daily Grind
OCTOBER 5, 2022
The Caribbean has a rich history of coffee production. In fact, some of the earliest commercial coffee farms were established in Jamaica and Haiti in the early 18th century. Jamaica in particular is widely known for its Blue Mountain coffee , which is some of the most expensive and sought-after coffee in the world. However, despite the reputation of Jamaica Blue Mountain (JBM) coffee, the history of the country’s coffee sector is tied to colonialism and slavery.
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Harbor Touch
OCTOBER 3, 2022
Restaurants and cafés have been struggling to attract staff in the United States. Part of this is that many workers in this sector are underpaid. Another is because a lot more people are starting out as digital entrepreneurs and don’t want to work nine-to-five jobs. However, just because many businesses are struggling to attract staff, that’s not to say that there aren’t still suitable candidates out there.
Culinary Cues
OCTOBER 4, 2022
When did civility (or lack thereof) become only referenced when considering political discourse? The left and the right may, to some, reference liberal or conservative political beliefs, but when it comes to acting in a civil manner – examples go way beyond politicians and their evolving platforms. Civility is deeply connected to how we treat each other, the level of respect that we show for the person or people next to us.
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Bottleneck Management
OCTOBER 3, 2022
Taco and Beer Pairings. One could argue that tacos are the perfect food. You can enjoy all the food groups wrapped in one shell, they are easily customizable, and you can have them for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. We thought, “What do we love as much as tacos?” It wasn’t hard to determine that it was beer, so we asked our experts to pair our favorite tacos with our favorite beers, and boy did they deliver.
Next Restaurants
OCTOBER 4, 2022
By Adrian Johansen, Contributor. As a restaurant owner, you know how important it is to establish the right kind of environment and vibe for your place of business. The last thing you want is for your customers to feel uncomfortable, your employees to be unhappy, and your brand to suffer from some kind of identity crisis. While everything from the colors you use to the food you serve is essential for brand establishment, don’t ignore the importance of your restaurant’s dress code.
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Aaron Allen & Associates
OCTOBER 4, 2022
Restaurant labor costs are usually the largest cost foodservice establishments have in their P&L, averaging around 30% of sales. In the U.S., there are around 11.7 million workers in the restaurant industry , and employment hasn’t fully recovered from the pandemic yet (as of mid 2022) Unemployment at restaurants is at historical lows, pushing hourly wages at historical heights and pressuring labor cost Restaurant workers make an average of $18.50 per hour (as of July 2022) — an increase in l
The Eat Restaurant
OCTOBER 4, 2022
Are you running a finely tuned front of the house? Do your diners feel as special when they come through the door as when they’re being served at the table? What about your back of the house? Is your restaurant set up to be as efficient as possible? Are you giving your employees everything they need to do their job?
Sculpture Hospitality
OCTOBER 4, 2022
Franchises are an excellent way for individuals to become business owners, while at the same time reducing the risks associated with starting a business. That’s because owning a franchise comes with a pre-built business plan that has demonstrated success.
Modern Restaurant Management
OCTOBER 3, 2022
As a result of the Great Chicago Fire that killed 250 people in 1871, President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed an annual week in October as Fire Prevention Week, now the longest-running public health and safety observance on record. In 2020 , local fire departments responded to an estimated 1.4 million fires in the United States. These fires caused 3,500 civilian fire deaths and 15,200 reported civilian fire injuries.
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Sling
OCTOBER 6, 2022
Are you searching for a way to recognize your employees for their years of service, reward them for a job well done, and retain them longer? Sounds like a tall order, doesn’t it? Actually, it’s not as difficult as you may think. You can achieve all three of those goals — recognizing, rewarding, and retaining — by instituting employee incentive programs.
Perfect Daily Grind
OCTOBER 3, 2022
For many roasters, one of the biggest challenges they face when scaling their businesses is finding wholesale customers. Strong competition from larger, well-established roasters – who often have better access to more equipment and resources – can make it difficult to establish new working wholesale relationships. However, many smaller roasting businesses can overcome this hurdle by following a set of best practices when connecting with potential wholesale clients.
EATER
OCTOBER 7, 2022
Photo-illustration by Eater. Following the path forged by Rao’s, NYC hotspots Carbone and Rubirosa are getting into the consumer product game Rao’s, the century-old 10-table Italian restaurant in New York City, is one of those places where most people, myself included, need not bother trying to get a reservation. (It is, by many reports , a challenge.
Modern Restaurant Management
OCTOBER 6, 2022
Happy hours can be a great way to increase foot traffic and boost sales for restaurant and bars. Data reveals that bars with happy-hour programs had an average increase in revenue of 26 percent during happy hours. So, you can attract new customers and encourage existing ones to stick around for a bit longer with happy hour promotions. Since most happy hours take place during the week, you can use them as an opportunity to draw in people who might not normally come out to your establishment.
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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.
Harbor Touch
OCTOBER 5, 2022
It’s no secret that restaurant owners need to put a lot of focus on their websites. After all, it’s often the first and most lasting impression customers will have of a restaurant. And with so many restaurants out there, it’s more important than ever to make sure your website stands out from the competition. So how can you create a restaurant website that not only looks great but also functions well and helps you attract and retain customers?
A Wine Story
OCTOBER 6, 2022
Sherry Academy 2022. So excited and honored to have been recruited as an official Sherry Ambassador! Sherry wines have over 3,000 years of history, beginning with the Phoenicians. This ancient culture introduced the cultivation of vines to Cadez, Spain between 700 – 1000 BC. During the two and a half days of classroom education associated with the Sherry Academy 2022 program, I’ve discovered so many rich details of this historic region and its wines.
EATER
OCTOBER 3, 2022
Shutterstock. How “Taco Bell Quarterly” uses the literary mag format to reclaim our obsessions about fast food Perhaps more than any other fast-food chain, Taco Bell has harnessed the power of obsession. It feels immune to the criticisms typically lobbed at fast food — dismal pay for workers, the homogenization of society, cultural appropriation , bad quality — because, well, the Mexican pizza!
Modern Restaurant Management
OCTOBER 4, 2022
The prevalence of digital payments and automation across industries means that reliable connectivity is imperative for an organization’s success. Not only do businesses rely on an automated Point of Sale to handle a customer’s transaction–both fulfillment and payment– it is often preceded by customers interacting with digital signage, interactive apps, self-serve kiosks, and more.
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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.
The Rail
OCTOBER 7, 2022
By Violetta Njunina, Contributor In 2018, restaurants served over 200 million guests , and employed over 9.9 million food workers. This scale of operation only seems to be on the rise, with the projected number of restaurant employees expected to grow to 17.2 million by the year 2030. With the restaurant industry being infamously labor-heavy, restaurants are notoriously at risk of human errors.
FreshCheq
OCTOBER 6, 2022
More than 34 million people in the U.S. face hunger problems annually. Yet restaurants regularly throw away tens of thousands of pounds of viable and edible food each year.
EATER
OCTOBER 1, 2022
Fishwife founder Becca Millstein. | Eva B. Ross. Becca Millstein went from negotiating brand deals in the music industry to dealmaking with fishing companies and canneries for her brand Fishwife 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: Becca Millstein.
Modern Restaurant Management
OCTOBER 5, 2022
Here’s how loyalty programs often pan out: A customer downloads the app. They might create an account, log in, place an order, and apply a discount — or they might not even get that far. And when they close their phone or exit the order line, they never touch the app again. Does that sound familiar? If your answer is, “Yes, chef,” then you aren’t alone.
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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.
Sculpture Hospitality
OCTOBER 6, 2022
Maintaining an accurate bar inventory is critical to the success of any bar or restaurant. Inventory data ensures that you have enough stock to meet customer demand, as well as have the insights you need to eliminate waste and to improve your company’s profit margins.
Open for Business
OCTOBER 4, 2022
People fall into two categories when it comes to reservations: Love ‘em or hate ‘em. Guests on team reservations tend to be planners, the people who aren’t willing to wait for a table or roll the dice on where they’ll have dinner. Team no-reservations, on the other hand, prize spontaneity. They’d rather walk in whenever they feel like it, even if there’s a good chance they’ll need to wait or not be able to dine at their first choice.
EATER
OCTOBER 5, 2022
Justin Sullivan/Getty Images. California’s $45 million program to train more cafeteria aims for better, healthier meals — but labor shortages remain a significant challenge This story was originally published on Civil Eats. When beef brisket is on the menu, Erin Primer relies on an assistant superintendent to tie on an apron, grab a knife, and help slice meat.
Modern Restaurant Management
OCTOBER 7, 2022
The color scheme you choose to design your restaurant has a big impact on your customers, how they feel and how long the spend in your establishment. Colors affect the way customers feel and can help boost appetite, increase turnover, give a sense of happiness, and make the space feel larger or more intimate depending on what you are going for. They can also have negative effects on customers, so it is important to know how your color choices may affect the message of your business.
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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 Engine
OCTOBER 5, 2022
Your dishes need Instagram to promote your restaurant. It used to be that restaurants decorated their interiors with a thought to their ambiance, the type of restaurant and service, and their customer’s comfort. Today’s restaurant owners design their interiors with Instagram in mind. This includes the décor as well as the color of the plates, the tablecloths, and more.
Sling
OCTOBER 1, 2022
Want to add an element of fun to your business? Invest in bar games to keep your customers coming back night after night and week after week. In this article, we discuss the best bar games — everything from a pool table to a pack of cards — so that you can choose the right options for your business. Table of contents. Best classic bar games Best drinking games Best arcade bar games Best table games Best outdoor bar games.
EATER
OCTOBER 4, 2022
Barry Brecheisen/Eater Chicago. The James Beard Foundation announced a slew of changes to next year’s Media Awards and Restaurant and Chef Awards Today, the James Beard Foundation announced updates to its awards categories for the forthcoming 2023 awards in a response to changing trends in the restaurant industry. One trend the foundation has picked up on: Bread is back and better than ever.
Modern Restaurant Management
OCTOBER 6, 2022
Food waste generated by restaurants has long been an expensive and environmentally harmful problem. Now, there are solutions to change this that actually turn the waste into a resource that doesn't just benefit the environment, but the restaurants themselves. There is no longer an answer as to what's stopping these restaurants from adopting organic waste management solutions.
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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