Culinary Cues

AUGUST 7, 2021

When a menu item fails to perform well, we simply change it out or modify its flavor profile; when our equipment is a hinderance to production we find a different tool to change the outcome; when a purveyor fails to provide the quality of ingredients that we require – we simply find another source. Lots of sizzle, plenty of wow factor.

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Culinary Cues

JULY 22, 2021

Restaurants are open, and customers who have been prisoners of the pandemic are anxiously coming out of their shells and flooding to restaurants that are ill equipped to deal with the surge. Companies like King Arthur Flour couldn’t keep up with the demand for flour and even their baking equipment. In the meantime – here we are.

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7 Shifts

MARCH 11, 2020

Furniture & Equipment Restaurant equipment can set you back between $100,000 and $300,000. If your space is worth $1 million, for example, you’ll need $100,000 in cash to lock in the space. How does this break down, roughly? Financial problems are one of the biggest reasons why restaurants fail.

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Culinary Cues

APRIL 13, 2020

Someone will push for stricter controls on this – be prepared to see a plethora of new equipment designed to accomplish this goal. [] MORE FREQUENT HEALTH INSPECTIONS. Basically, you may want to make future plans for an infection control person on your staff.

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7 Shifts

AUGUST 18, 2024

Equipment : What equipment will you need? Sourcing the Right Equipment Your budget, target market, and concept will dictate your equipment needs. The size of the space is important, as you'll need enough room for customers and all of your bar's equipment. Your team : Who do you need to make this work?

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7 Shifts

APRIL 3, 2020

Here’s a quick refresher: Labor Food Utilities Equipment and supplies POS systems Restaurant cost breakdown These five categories typically make up nearly 100% of your operating costs, and are the cost “levers” you can pull or manipulate as a business in order to drastically reduce expenses. You might be thinking “what about my providers?”

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Culinary Cues

MAY 4, 2022

The same holds true for the equipment (very expensive I might add) that we work with. We need to ensure that those ingredients are handled and stored correctly and when in production used properly and to their fullest. Excessive waste is a sign of disrespect for those involved in the process of getting those ingredients to you.

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Culinary Cues

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

What piece of equipment will be most successful in reaching your goals of deliciousness? Walk through the steps toward excellence: What blend of meat and what fat content make the most flavorful and moist burger? What method of cooking will yield the best opportunity for caramelization and deliciousness?

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7 Shifts

JUNE 28, 2021

The difference here lies in the extra steps to remove germs and grease from surfaces and equipment. Sanitize all cutting boards , utensils, and kitchen equipment after they are exposed to raw meat. Sanitizing kitchen equipment before using it to prepare any allergen-inducing foods, as well as when customers alert you of an allergy.

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Culinary Cues

MAY 13, 2023

So where will you get exposure to much, if not all of that? This is the biting question, the one that helps a young cook decide what path to take.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 22, 2024

By listening to the “nerve center” of every location—its connected equipment. The data from HVAC systems, ovens, dish machines, refrigerators, freezers, fryers, lighting equipment, and irrigation systems provides incredible insights that save operators tens of millions of dollars over time.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 12, 2024

. “Restaurant owners should use debt opportunistically to finance long-term investments in the business such as the purchase of equipment and furnishings,” he added. “As tables, chairs and kitchen equipment wears out, it can degrade customer and employee experience. ”

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7 Shifts

AUGUST 18, 2021

Equip your team with the right knowledge. Make sure your restaurant and its staff are well equipped to combat any sudden challenge they face– no matter how big or small. Follow the resources listed above and equip your restaurant with the right technology, so your customers come running back for more! What does that look like?

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7 Shifts

MAY 25, 2020

each surface that comes into contact with food, and any supplies or equipment that’s used through the day. Create (or update) your cleaning task list for both FOH and BOH staff to double down on sanitization in your restaurant. Create task items for each high-traffic surface (doors, chairs, etc.),

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Social Hospitality

JANUARY 5, 2022

Mobile chatbots equip restaurants and food delivery apps to do many things. For example, queries for app development in Ireland was high because many restaurants and essential service providers wanted to build mobile apps to take on delivery business opportunities. They make it easy to tune into customer needs and address customer issues.

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7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Having the right space to store ingredients, equipment, and other essentials keeps them readily accessible, which boosts efficiency, especially during peak hours. Dry storage, on the other hand, should be located in an area that’s not directly adjacent to the cooking equipment.

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Social Hospitality

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

It’s using high-quality equipment and the skills of an expert to match the aesthetic of your brand and effectively capture the ideal image. These materials can be employed by the brand to add depth and authenticity to websites, social media platforms, email campaigns, press kits, and other marketing endeavors.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 3, 2024

The Best Offense is a Defensive Kitchen Cooking equipment is probably the most important thing inside a restaurant and/or bar – and it’s also a leading cause of fires. These fires are often due to failed, aging equipment; improper installation and maintenance; poor cleaning practices; and inattentive or careless use.

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Culinary Cues

MARCH 3, 2021

Menus became encyclopedic, the skills to execute these menus were over the top, the equipment that allowed for this level of creativity was space age and expensive, the intensity and stress in the kitchen was as heavy as lead, and the number of staff members required to execute this complexity was painful.

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Culinary Cues

JUNE 26, 2021

When a designer is asked to compromise on space, flow, or equipment I know that this simply means that the operator wants to build in problems in production or service in the future. “Chefs” want to create kitchens that work, spaces that are designed to correct the numerous problems that were previously faced in poorly designed kitchens.

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7 Shifts

MARCH 10, 2021

Other smart renovation investments for restaurant owners include adding energy-efficient equipment and lighting, fresh paint and new flooring, updated tables, chairs and booths, and interior and exterior signage. Be sure that once you have your outdoor seating area, keep it updated just as you would your indoor space.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

The Best Offense Is a Defensive Kitchen Cooking equipment is probably the most important thing inside a restaurant and/or bar – and it’s also a leading cause of fires.These fires are often due to failed, aging equipment; improper installation and maintenance; poor cleaning practices; and inattentive or careless use.

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7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

It also requires money to open a restaurant and build it out, buy equipment and finance the operation until it reaches break-even. For example, you can include lease documents, architectural drawings, proposals from vendors for equipment and/or location buildout, menu designs , etc. Find other business plan resources from GrowThink.

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Culinary Cues

APRIL 15, 2023

If we have any extra it would be our preference to give it to our employees, offer a steady paycheck to the owner/operator, and maybe fix or replace equipment that is beyond its useful life. Please don’t ask us to take it on the chin. We play an important role in the communities where we reside.

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Culinary Cues

MARCH 10, 2022

Think about this: The most expensive piece of equipment in kitchens is the dishwashing machine. Why do we sometimes treat dish washers as commodities – interchangeable and easily replaceable parts, when their role is so critical to the success of the restaurant (front and back of the house)? Who is responsible for this machine?

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 15, 2024

The Technology Many payment processors offer high-end technology many smaller restaurants aren’t equipped for. The equipment can be expensive for a restaurant just getting started, but leasing a terminal can cost more in the long run, as many processors establish a small monthly leasing fee.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Think of commercial ice equipment like your vehicle. Let’s take a closer look at the total cost of ice equipment ownership. Owning ice equipment will also cost you time. Instead of making the most common decision when it comes to your ice equipment, ask yourself what the wisest choice is. Is it your best option?

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 6, 2023

IoT devices provide real-time data on critical factors, including equipment performance, energy consumption, and production processes. Leverage smart equipment and sensors. For instance, IoT enabled equipment can automatically schedule their own routine maintenance. Leveraging real-time monitoring and predictive analytics.

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Culinary Cues

JANUARY 11, 2022

Are you willing to take the leap and dive into the deep end of the pool and are you equipped with proper floatation to ensure that you don’t sink to the bottom? So, are you ready to push aside the emotional tug of “owning your own” and approaching this as a pragmatic businessperson would?

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 19, 2024

Inform them on the locations of fire suppression equipment like extinguishers, methods on safely evacuating guests, and how to contact the local fire department. You must keep these materials away from heat sources and any cooking equipment to prevent potential fires. Train your staff properly on the cleaning of the establishment.

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