Hot Schedules

AUGUST 10, 2021

Protecting Your Customers: How to Scale Your Food Safety Culture Across Multiple Locations. While employees know they play a crucial role in food (and ultimately guest) safety, when a 45-minute wait forces everyone to rush, things learned in food safety training can quickly fall to back-of-mind to an undisciplined staff.

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Food Safety Certification Food Employee Relations 148

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 18, 2019

With the season of food and Thanksgiving when holiday food is at the forefront, what are defined standards and procedures that restaurants should keep top-of-mind to set the expectations regarding food handling and preparation during the holiday rush? Cool foods rapidly to get out of the Temperature Danger Zone.

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Food Safety Food Allergens Seasonal Menu 154

7 Shifts

AUGUST 16, 2024

One of a restaurant manager’s primary responsibilities is hiring, training, and scheduling staff so that the business runs smoothly. When issues arise, such as missing food delivery or a staff shortage, a manager must think quickly and find solutions. Effective communication helps identify and resolve issues promptly.

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Tableo

JULY 26, 2023

Food safety inspections can be daunting, but are essential for maintaining high standards and guaranteeing the health and safety of restaurant customers. This article provides helpful tips and best practices to help you master food safety inspections.

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Food Safety Allergens Kitchen Safety Food 75

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Alongside wild stories detailing how foodborne illnesses can happen, Shaw offers practical solutions to avoid food safety breaches. Shaw is a food safety specialist, podcaster, founder of Savvy Food Safety, co-founder of My Trusted Source, and an entrepreneur, author, and speaker who spent 30+ years working in the foodservice industry.

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Kitchen Safety Food Safety Allergens Employee Relations 189

Hot Schedules

AUGUST 10, 2021

Protecting Your Customers: How to Scale Your Food Safety Culture Across Multiple Locations. While employees know they play a crucial role in food (and ultimately guest) safety, when a 45-minute wait forces everyone to rush, things learned in food safety training can quickly fall to back-of-mind to an undisciplined staff.

Food Safety 78

Food Safety Certification Food Employee Relations 78

PathSpot

DECEMBER 19, 2023

In the world of food safety, maintaining HACCP compliance is paramount. Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) is a systematic approach to identifying, evaluating, and controlling food safety hazards. It’s a crucial framework that ensures food products’ safety and consumers’ well-being.

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Food Safety Food Document Audits 52

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 6, 2023

To do so, they will need to create a complete food safety program to protect the restaurant itself from reputational harm and financial crisis. Whether it’s separating raw meat from pre-cooked foods or cleaning materials from edible ingredients, mixing different types of items can be dangerous. Educate your diners.

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Food Safety Management Management Kitchen Safety 177

7 Shifts

APRIL 3, 2023

Table of Contents Acknowledge the challenges Education about psychological safety Open communication Prioritize workplace mental health Create a healthy workplace for everyone It starts with acknowledging the challenges. The next step is education about psychological safety. So how can leaders get started?

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Food Safety Education Communication Hospitality 195

7 Shifts

JANUARY 31, 2024

It's up to the restaurant manager to maintain a warm, welcoming atmosphere and train staff to do the same. Inventory management Managers need to ensure the kitchen is stocked with the right amount of food so that nothing is wasted and as few items need to be 86'ed as possible. This goes far beyond training during the first week.

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Management Management Kitchen Safety Front of House 397

Ken Burgin

JUNE 6, 2023

I love using ChatGPT to develop training activities and materials for restaurant and cafe employees. I’ve used it here to brainstorm ideas for training modules for waiters, managers, cooks, head chefs, and baristas. This will help train staff in customer service skills and problem-solving.

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Training Kitchen Safety Dietary Restrictions Food Safety 68

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

According to the National Floor Safety Institute (NFSI), more than three million food service employees and one million guests are injured as a result of slip-and-fall accidents annually. Inadequate hazard identification, inappropriate footwear, and insufficient training can also lead to these types of injuries.

Food Safety 190

Food Safety Employee Relations Restaurant Law Education 190

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 15, 2021

While safety and quality have always been paramount, the ongoing COVID pandemic has amplified these issues. With the tricky combination of reduced staff, new regulations, ever-changing COVID protocols, and the need for transparent safety practices, restaurants need tech tools to get everyone aligned around quality assurance and standards.

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Food Safety Audits Employee Relations Training 197

Culinary Cues

JANUARY 29, 2024

We speak of a time of unconditional commitment to the craft and the job – sacrificing all else for the plate of food in the pass. Certainly, the restaurant and the chef have a responsibility to train, but the individual cook can take that training to a new level if they are willing to seek out every opportunity to learn and grow.

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Kitchen Safety Guest Recovery Uniforms Food Safety 391

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Keeping track of food and beverage inventory is imperative to preventing product waste and theft. Finding, training, and retaining quality staff is a constant challenge in today’s job market. Owners should always be cognizant of maintaining high health and safety standards to avoid foodborne illnesses in the workplace.

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Cash Management Restaurant Law Food Safety Point of Sale 207

Open for Business

MARCH 7, 2023

Restaurant training is one of the most important things an owner can put into place. Well-trained teams mean shifts run smoothly and guests are happy with service. With ongoing training, you improve your chances of talented employees growing professionally as the restaurant or restaurant group grows.

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PathSpot

OCTOBER 11, 2023

In food production and preparation, adhering to food safety standards is paramount. Ensuring that the food we consume is safe for consumption is not only a legal requirement but also a moral obligation. While this documentation is essential for tracking and ensuring food safety, it can often feel burdensome.

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Food Safety Waste Food Document 40

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

Most restaurants and food businesses have done a great job adjusting to the new COVID-19 protocols. And they’ve implemented these new COVID-19 protocols in addition to the food safety procedures that were already in place. Reiterate that safety is your priority. Develop Safer Ways to Serve Food.

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Food Safety Social Media Food Order Audits 221

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 23, 2024

Already one of the largest sectors of the global economy, the food and beverage industry shows no signs of slowing down. In fact, according to the Business Research Company’s 2023 Food and Beverages Global Market Report, the global industry’s market size grew over 7.3 percent from $6,729.54 billion in 2022 to $7,221.73

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Food Safety Food Supply Beverage Loyalty Program 197

Culinary Cues

MAY 4, 2022

One would assume that you dedicated the time and effort to your education, otherwise graduation might not be within your grasp. Experience is ultimately the best educator. [] TAKE EVERY OPPORTUNITY TO LEARN – YOUR EDUCATION WILL. This is where you are right now. It took a lot for you to get to this point.

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2022 Education Coaching Kitchen Safety 382

Culinary Cues

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Those occasional shifts when the chaos overtook our planning and systems, were part of our education. Those months when food cost percentages were out of whack, and labor cost efficiency was 10 percent higher than budget helped me to know where to look for problems in the future. For that I am eternally grateful.

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Kitchen Safety Food Safety Inventory Take-out 424

The Restaurant Times

AUGUST 25, 2020

Regardless of restaurant format, operators are giving paramount importance to train their staff to comply with the health guidelines. How To Train Your Staff To Comply With The Health Guidelines. Train Your Restaurant Employees About The Safety Procedures.

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Training Kitchen Safety FOH Front of House 97

7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Food Service Skills For Your Resume. 5 Restaurant & Food Service Skills for Your Resume. Health, Allergen, and Food Safety Training and Certifications. Commercial kitchen equipment safety. Food allergies. Food Service, Kitchen, & Hospitality Tech. Cooking and Food Preparation.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 23, 2024

In addition to more wide-ranging compliance requirements like general health & safety guidelines and local labor laws, there are food and beverage-specific safety regulations , requirements for specialty licenses (such as those to serve alcohol), and unique stipulations on labor compliance, many related to the employment of minors.

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Restaurant Law Employee Relations Kitchen Safety Customer Experience 203

Culinary Cues

APRIL 26, 2020

White tablecloth restaurants and food trucks will benefit from the exact same end result – you need to make people stand up and pay attention – you want them to stand on a soap box and shout for everyone else to hear: “THIS IS INCREDIBLE”! Benjamin Franklin. [] TRUST AND SAFETY.

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EATER

APRIL 8, 2021

It is also a nonprofit that has spent 30 years training at-risk youth exiting the juvenile detention system to work in hospitality. So the staff and the 15 young people working that night spent most of the evening doing extra training and cleaning to keep busy. Café Momentum is more than just a restaurant, though. Several U.S.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 7, 2021

Food safety and restaurant cleanliness. Similarly, restaurant visitors expect their food to be of a consistent quality every time they visit. Both of these technological advancements are instrumental in ensuring excellent customer service and reducing food waste. Food Safety and Restaurant Cleanliness.

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Technology Operations Food Safety Kitchen Safety 196

7 Shifts

JANUARY 31, 2024

It's up to the restaurant manager to maintain a warm, welcoming atmosphere and train staff to do the same. Inventory management Managers need to ensure the kitchen is stocked with the right amount of food so that nothing is wasted and as few items need to be 86'ed as possible. This goes far beyond training during the first week.

Management 195

Management Management Kitchen Safety Front of House 195

Culinary Cues

MAY 5, 2020

but it will be your commitment to the safety of all involved that is the key to rebuilding a level of trust that will carry your operation through this tenuous time and on to an eventual renewal of prosperity. When your guest walk-through that front door – how will they know and trust that you have their safety in mind – first and foremost?

Kitchen Safety 289

Kitchen Safety Food Safety Food Truck Communication 289

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 8, 2020

” Restaurants must elevate safety and cleanliness protocols, train employees about new processes and policies, track compliance, and implement immediate corrective actions, as needed. Food safety sanitation procedures are more important than ever to combat the novel coronavirus. Implement COVID-19 Safety Protocols.

Food Safety 202

Food Safety Social Media Website Management Food Supply 202

7 Shifts

AUGUST 27, 2020

Doesn’t it make sense to create a restaurant employee handbook that encourages a positive workplace culture through teamwork and training? We’re going to show you how you can update your restaurant employee handbook to make it an educational and exciting read your new team members won’t be able to put down.

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Employee Relations Hiring Document Food Safety 370

Culinary Cues

MAY 20, 2020

Profits are slim, employees may be reluctant to return, the fear of the virus is looming, the food distribution system is heavily bruised, and customers are cautious. How can we make the feeling of trust in customer safety BETTER than it was before? PLAN BETTER – TRAIN HARDER. We don’t have a choice – right? We need to change.

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Kitchen Safety Customer Experience Customer Service Education 343

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 7, 2020

Training new people is easier with shorter menus.” Bar servers will take orders and deliver drinks and food but will not linger across from guests. Petersburg, Florida and even invested in a full-time expert dedicated to overseeing safety practices for both customers and employees.

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Food Safety Front of House Back of House Seating 204

Culinary Cues

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Combine this with the cost of a culinary or hospitality education and the 30-year payback to become debt free and many young students are turning their backs on a restaurant career. [] LABOR WILL BE MUCH MORE EXPENSIVE. PLAN BETTER – TRAIN HARDER. Unfortunately, staffing and supply issues make large menus impossible to maintain.

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Food Supply Employee Relations Kitchen Safety Social Media 426

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 3, 2021

In the most recent of a series of guidance, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (“OSHA”) issued “ Protecting Workers: Guidance on Mitigating and Preventing the Spread of COVID-19 in the Workplace ,” on January 29. Educate and train your workers on COVID-19.

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Employee Relations Food Safety Restaurant Law Education 159

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 9, 2022

The restaurant industry loses an astounding $162 billion each year in food waste. All restaurants should proactively work to reduce food waste, which will also help you save money, increase profits, spotlight your commitment to sustainability, and help the environment. Between a third and a half of food is wasted worldwide annually.

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Waste Compost Food Recycling 215

Sante

JUNE 9, 2020

As the country faces the challenges brought on by COVID-19, two food service industry leaders join forces to revolutionize the dining experience with an innovative sous vide solution. Safety is a key concern for our dining customers and that is what makes the Cuisine Solutions sous vide preparation so compelling.

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Kitchen Safety Education Hotels Food Safety 130