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How Insurance Needs Differ for Traditional Restaurants v. Mobile Food Businesses 

Modern Restaurant Management

Traditional sit-down restaurants and mobile food businesses have uniquely different needs when it comes to insurance. While there is some overlap in coverage needs, it’s important to understand the differences when it comes to insuring your business. Traditional Sit-Down Restaurant Insurance Needs. Property Insurance.

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Food Delivery Exposure Best Practices: Tips for Hired and Non-Owned Auto Exposure Controls

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License and Insurance – If employees who don’t normally deliver food for the restaurant are using their own vehicles, restaurant management should check for a valid license and insurance before asking the employee to deliver food. Recheck to make sure that the employee is still using the same vehicle.

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The Ultimate Guide to Restaurant Costs

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Not only do you have to manage many costs including, labor, equipment, and food—but you have to do it while dealing with inevitable price increases. In this guide we won't worry too much about the differences, but in general: A restaurant cost is a one-time expenditure on a material resource like food, liquor, dishes or kitchen equipment.

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Defects in Buildings: What Restaurant Owners Need to Know

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What to Do: Contact a licensed contractor or engineer to evaluate. If you end up hiring someone to perform repairs, make sure they are licensed in your state and have adequate insurance to cover your project. Review your commercial property insurance policy.

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Owning a Bar: Everything You Need to Know

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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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A Comprehensive Guide To Restaurant Profit Margins For All Restaurant Types

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Fixed costs Fixed costs are expenses that remain constant, including rent, insurance, and utilities. If transferring isn’t an option, you can try to reduce other fixed costs like insurance premiums. Make it part of the protocol to unplug equipment when not in use and fix any leaks promptly.

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How to Read a Restaurant P&L (Profit and Loss) Statement + Free Template

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Health insurance, retirement plans (401(k)), paid time off (PTO) (vacation, sick leave, holiday pay), workers compensation, and meal discounts Training and onboarding. Fixing kitchen equipment, HVAC systems, plumbing, refrigeration units, and general facility upkeep. This helps reduce future equipment purchases. Marketing.