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What the Joint Employer Rule Will Mean for Franchise Restaurants

Modern Restaurant Management

" I give a lot of keynote presentations to restaurant brands, and most of them are franchises. Lawyers have spooked them into avoiding conversations about managing employees for fear of taking on the liability of being joint employers. The franchisees are. They give them the tools. They teach them the systems.

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MRM Franchise Feed: Currying Up Favor and Committed Taco

Modern Restaurant Management

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. Curry Up Now will be the first restaurant is L2V’s portfolio and the investment will support the rapid growth and expansion of both corporate and franchised locations. "We

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How to Manage Your Restaurant Labor Cost Percentage

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This is certainly true for the independent entrepreneur, but even large and resourceful restaurant franchises and groups are not immune to the threat—and in some cases, the reality—of rising labor costs. Benefits (Health Care, Employee Discounts, etc.). The amount spent on all labor related costs—including payroll taxes, benefits, etc.

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A Guide to the Role of a Restaurant Manager: Duties, Daily Routine, and Essential Skills

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Chances are, it's balancing the scheduling requests of dozens of employees each week. Marketing & advertising It's your job to ensure the restaurant's seats are full, especially if you're not part of a massive franchise that benefits from corporate advertising. Check employee schedules to ensure plans match reality.

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Decade of Disruption: Restaurant Insiders Dish What’s on the Plate

Modern Restaurant Management

Third, the onslaught of opioid, vaping, and alcohol combinations have forced the restaurant industry to begin hiring completely different generations of rock star employees, in both the front and back of the house. Technology-enabled franchises are better positioned to continually evolve to meet guests’ changing expectations.

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MRM Research Roundup: Coronavirus Stats and More

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percent from unusually high numbers a year ago related to U.S. Comcast Business shared the top trends impacting the quick-service restaurant (QSR) industry, based on the company’s deep experience working with leading QSR and franchise establishments. Often times, a happy employee equates to happy guests. That was up 5.7

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Fast-Casual Academia, Climatarian Menu and Ice Auction

Modern Restaurant Management

The study also found that 8 million employees were laid off or furloughed during the height of the pandemic. Single restaurant proprietors and large franchise chains alike utilize SALIDO’s enterprise-level solution to revamp traditional and outdated operational systems. Each member of the coalition is committed to responsibility.