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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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.

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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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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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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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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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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.

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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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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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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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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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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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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 17, 2020

This edition of MRM News Bites features Toast, Yelp, Aramark, Clover and Fiserv, OpenTable, Tripadvisor, Rich Products, Taffer’s Tavern, Dinova, DeliverThat, ParTech, SpotOn and TouchBistro. Toast Secures $400M Funding. Toast secured a $400M Series F funding round led by Bessemer Venture Partners, TPG, Greenoaks Capital, and Tiger Global Management with participation from Durable Capital Partners LP, TCV, funds and accounts advised by T.

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Speaker: James Kahler, COO of Full Course

Ever wondered where to splurge and where to safely conserve when it comes to operating and growing your restaurant? 🤔 Join James Kahler, COO of Full Course and industry visionary, in this new webinar where he'll talk all about best practices to invest in your restaurant's success! Whether you're a new business or an established restaurant, a seasoned pro or a rookie, you'll learn the keys to sustainable success in this competitive industry.

Food

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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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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Advertiser: Paycor

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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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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Ken Burgin

FEBRUARY 17, 2020

Ever seen staff help themselves to food, drink or even cash, and they seem to think it’s OK? You call it shrinkage, waste, ‘unders’, discrepancies or theft. What do they call it? It’s the grey areas that cause problems: drinks or food for friends and family, sloppy work that results in waste, or taking home left-overs. Grey has to become black or white.

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Marketing4Restaurants

FEBRUARY 16, 2020

Al Desko Dining – Our guide for Restaurants. In this week’s episode we look into the newest trend in dining which is Al Desko Dining. It’s a cute wordplay of Al Fresco dining but it basically means dining at your desk. While most of the restaurant owners see its negative impact on profitability, you can respond to this trend as seeing it as an opportunity.

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Advertiser: Paycor

There’s no way around it: sometimes employees need your help. Use this free template to clarify expectations, share resources, and set a timeline. Best case scenario, this process helps them improve. Worst case, your great recordkeeping keeps you compliant even if they move on. Download the template today!

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Open for Business

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

If you’re a restaurant operator, you likely just had one of your biggest days of the year. Congratulations! Keep the momentum by carrying your Valentine’s Day success forward into the months ahead, leveraging learnings, and encouraging repeat business. First, take stock of how you did, from the hard numbers to guest feedback. Next, follow up with guests to make sure they come back.

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KaTom

FEBRUARY 20, 2020

Fred Sauceman’s Advice for Food Writers. Fred Sauceman – whose work and recipes we profiled in previous blog posts – has dedicated decades of his career to sharing unique stories about Appalachian food and culture. “I don’t try to be a food critic and am quick to correct people when they call my pieces ‘reviews,’ ” says Sauceman. “That’s not what I do at all.

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Ken Burgin

FEBRUARY 21, 2020

Had someone quit unexpectedly? It’s costly, especially if they hold an important position. A colleague found out her operations manager was planning to leave, when the news slipped out accidently. She moved fast to cover the gap, and reflecting on it later, said: Part of the problem is that most staff don’t know how to resign or handle these situations professionally … Sound familiar?

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