Restaurant Clicks

FEBRUARY 21, 2020

Being a restaurant owner is hard work, but it’s rewarding. If you’re considering getting into the industry, there’s one big question you’re probably wondering: How much is this going to cost? Restaurant startup costs can be seriously expensive, which is an obstacle to many would-be restaurant owners. The most difficult parts of being a restaurant owner are the beginning phases of opening your restaurant.

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Cheetah

FEBRUARY 20, 2020

Find Your Niche There are plenty of bakeries out there offering delicious baked goods of all sorts. Most bakeries have a variety of sweets, artisan breads, cakes and other guilty pleasures on their menu. The most successful bakeries, though, have come up with a twist on the classics or have otherwise found a way to offer something no one else does. It might be tempting to offer a wide variety of items, but being very good at one thing will make your place more memorable than just another bakery

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Dot It

FEBRUARY 17, 2020

Efficient kitchen management is a complicated and nuanced goal. One small mistake by the back-of-house staff can have huge ramifications for the whole restaurant. The same is true for front-of-house. Keeping all restaurant staff operating succinctly is crucial to a well-functioning restaurant. Whether you already run the most efficient kitchen imaginable or your kitchen could [ ] The post Efficient Kitchen Management Tips for Restaurants appeared first on Dot It.

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Culinary Cues

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

The tasks of the chef are fairly universal: planning menus, putting your signature on each dish, hiring and training staff, ordering product and building vendor relationships, controlling costs and adhering to budgets, maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment, etc. etc. So, wouldn’t it be safe to say that if you can manage a kitchen – you can manage any kitchen?

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7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

According to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, 50-85% of adults have nightmares from time to time. What’s behind these sleep-disturbing dreams? Anxiety and stress are the usual suspects. With work being one of the biggest contributors to stress, it’s not surprising that four in five people have had work-related dreams at some point in their lives.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry movers and shakers: "What do you feel is going to cause disruption in the restaurant industry over the next decade?” Their answers touched on a variety of subjects including AI, virtual reality, virtual kitchens, staffing and retention, social media marketing, sustainability and third-party delivery.

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Next Restaurants

FEBRUARY 20, 2020

The farm-to-table. (or farm-to-fork) movement is nothing new. In fact, the actual “movement” dates back to the 1960s and ‘70s. While we might think of those years as the height of processed and pre-packaged foods, the reality is that not all Americans were happy with overly-processed meals. As the demand for healthier and whole foods that were responsibly-sourced grew, the movement officially began.

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7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 21, 2020

The restaurant landscape is constantly changing, with new technologies revolutionizing the industry from the inside out—from operations management, to labor optimization, to guest experiences. Opening a restaurant—and keeping it open—poses a bigger challenge than ever in an industry flooded with technology, labor laws, and ever-changing consumer demands.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

This new year is a perfect time to begin shaping a long-term vision and identifying opportunities for growing your restaurant or food services business over the next ten years. Marketing trends, mobile data insights show that Gen Z has a considerable appetite for restaurants, clean eating, fast-casual, and exciting twists on healthy dining options. And wow, does this young generation have some incredible spending power!

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Deliverect

FEBRUARY 20, 2020

Delivery isn’t simply an extra revenue channel – it’s also in high demand. But before you start packing your delicious meals in boxes and sending them out into the world, it’s best to begin with a strategy rooted in sound business and marketing principles. Here is a 6-step guide to set up a delivery operation with success. Don’t forget to download our practical checklist for getting started with food delivery!

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Restaurant365

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

Keeping track of your finances is time-consuming, and yet it has enormous implications for your bottom line. Staying competitive in the modern restaurant industry requires devoting time, energy, and resources to restaurant accounting. . Modern restaurant accounting methods depend on accurate and timely data about your business. Tracking and measuring key restaurant metrics against industry benchmarks, through restaurant accounting, can help you understand your business trends, stay competitive,

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Next Restaurants

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

Owning a restaurant can somehow be the most exciting thing in the world, and the most terrifying all at once. For many people, operating a restaurant is a dream come true. Unfortunately, many restaurants fail within the first year of business. If you’ve been lucky to experience longevity in your business but you’ve noticed a lull lately, you don’t have to panic about closing your doors.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 20, 2020

Love it or hate it, Instagram is affecting your business. With more than one billion accounts worldwide, it is time to accept that it is not going away soon; therefore it is time to embrace it. The best part is that, when used correctly, your customers will start to do the work for you by liking, tagging, and interacting with your account. In talking to restaurants who have a strong social media presence, we see how interacting with guests and prospects can really give restaurants a competitive

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Typsy

FEBRUARY 20, 2020

Alright Typsy tribe – it’s nearly the last week of February, and we know what that means: loosen your belts, turn off your phone and maybe bring out a blanket to shame-eat under… because Pancake Day is coming. With that in mind, it's the perfect time to add some new pancake recipes to your menu. To help you out with some sweet (and savory) inspiration, we're looking at some of the most interesting pancake styles from around the world.

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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.

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Sante

FEBRUARY 17, 2020

How will you pay homage to the most celebrated tequila cocktail on National Margarita Day? You can start by ordering a variety of discounted margaritas this Saturday at two popular East Coast Mexican eateries. Photo by Tacos Tortas & Tequila. How will you pay homage to the most celebrated tequila cocktail on National Margarita Day? You can start by ordering a variety of discounted margaritas this Saturday at two popular East Coast Mexican eateries.

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Sling

FEBRUARY 17, 2020

Do you want to ensure the success of your new foodservice endeavor? Write a restaurant business plan. In this article, the experts at Sling tell you why a business plan is vital for both new and existing businesses and give you tips on what to include. What Is A Restaurant Business Plan? At its most basic, a restaurant business plan is a written document that describes your restaurant’s goals and the steps you will take to make those goals a reality.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 17, 2020

You get home from a long day at work, don't feel like cooking and want to treat yourself to some great food. Until recently, you probably settled for mediocre pizza or Chinese. But with the rise of services like DoorDash, GrubHub and Caviar, good food — some of it from Michelin-starred chefs — is only a click away. Home meal kits have surged in popularity, with sales expected to double over the next five years , and grocery stores like Whole Foods are selling higher quality prepa

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Transact

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

Sushi has extended far beyond its home country of Japan and is available in nearly every major city in the world — from fine dining restaurants to casual food chains to convenience stores via grab-and-go pack. And it’s no wonder! It’s unique, visually appealing and delicious — but only when done well. . As a business owner, it’s your responsibility to provide food that is both safe to consume and fully transparent to the diner.

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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.

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Deliverect

FEBRUARY 16, 2020

In the era of food delivery, offering online ordering, delivery and takeaway is a smart strategy to appeal to a vast audience of potential customers. When you start delivering meals, it’s crucial to invest in the right food delivery software, in order to keep things tidy and efficient. But what exactly is food delivery management software and how does it help your business?

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Typsy

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

As we know, music is crucial to creating the right atmosphere for a hospitality venue. It can be the difference between welcoming patrons with open arms and potentially driving them away. We’ve talked before about how to choose the right music for your venue. But there’s a very good reason why music deserves some extra thought: it's about creating a cohesive personality for your business.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 21, 2020

Event management companies must always be on the lookout for ways to promote their events and increase brand recognition within their audience. And today, social media needs to be at the very centre of any comprehensive strategy – the majority of audiences hang out on social media, and platforms such as Instagram provide the perfect opportunity to raise awareness about your event and drive attendance.

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Bar and Restaurant Coach

FEBRUARY 17, 2020

What’s the most important tool for a leader, manager or owner of a business? Hands down, it’s the ability to effectively communicate. Wouldn’t it be great if you could simply say a thing to people—just once…and it would stick? Ah, but that’s just not real life. Fortunately, Dave is back with another proven strategy gleaned from his decades of experience as a Fortune 500 executive.

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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.

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Transact

FEBRUARY 21, 2020

Sushi has extended far beyond its home country of Japan and is available in nearly every major city in the world — from fine dining restaurants to casual food chains to grocery stores. And it’s no wonder! It’s unique, visually appealing and delicious. Whether you are renting space within the store or paying the store a percentage of the revenue, offering turnkey sushi product solutions to grocery stores is becoming more and more prevalent in today’s foodservice world.

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Hot Schedules

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

Blog. Q&A: Learning Leaders on the ROI of Talent Development. Three talent development experts discuss how to prove the value of training programs and the evolution of talent development over the years. T raining and talent development initiatives are incredibly valuable to restaurant operations, especially when the labor market is the tightest it’s been in 50 years.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

Hosting an event is one of the most effective ways of gaining new customers, increasing brand awareness and gaining invaluable feedback on your business. The main priority of your event should always be customer satisfaction – this is a great way to establish new partnerships and loyal customers, so why waste that opportunity? If you’re in charge of planning an upcoming event, there’s lots for you to think about and the only way to succeed is through thorough planning.

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Restaurant Clicks

FEBRUARY 17, 2020

A good point of sale system can help streamline your restaurant’s processes, from payments to inventory and much more. Today, some of the best POS systems for restaurants incorporate a host of useful tools that can efficiently integrate various processes all on one platform. If you’re a restaurant owner, it can be difficult to figure out which POS system is best for your unique business.

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Sling

FEBRUARY 21, 2020

Starting your own business is hard work. And some days you need more than a 24-ounce coffee to keep you going. When the daily grind (work, not the coffee) gets you down, turn to these entrepreneur quotes for inspiration and get back to conquering the world. Motivational Entrepreneur Quotes For You And Your Team. 1) “I’m convinced that about half of what separates successful entrepreneurs from the non-successful ones is pure perseverance.” — Steve Jobs. 2) “Nothing will work unless you do.” — May

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Lavu

FEBRUARY 21, 2020

One of the biggest challenges that restaurants face is obtaining and retaining customers. With so many restaurants operating in the same space, competition is usually high. This calls for restaurants to be creative on what they offer their customers. Gift cards, loyalty benefits, and customer reviews are some of the most effective ways of attracting and retaining customers.

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Cheetah

FEBRUARY 20, 2020

Reading Time: 3 minutes. Find Your Niche. There are plenty of bakeries out there offering delicious baked goods of all sorts. Most bakeries have a variety of sweets, artisan breads, cakes and other guilty pleasures on their menu. The most successful bakeries, though, have come up with a twist on the classics or have otherwise found a way to offer something no one else does.

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Bar and Restaurant Coach

FEBRUARY 21, 2020

The rising cost of labor is no longer just a matter of profitability—it’s becoming a matter of survival. If you’re not faced with serious labor challenges in your bar or restaurant operation right now, let me assure you—they’re on the horizon! It’s not just for us in the hospitality industry—rising labor costs are at an epidemic proportion across all businesses—large and small.

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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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