Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 28, 2023

What if I told you that you could solve a variety of your problems by improving your supply chain transparency? Supply chain transparency can provide vital information about suppliers’ environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives. Doing so helps these brands: Reduce risk across the entire supply chain.

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Supplies Food Supply Food Safety Certification 167

7 Shifts

AUGUST 18, 2024

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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License Equipment POS Food Supply 370

Culinary Cues

DECEMBER 17, 2020

There is no other outlet for this specialized equipment. [] Breweries: Sure, maybe consumers are directing their beer purchases to their local package store, but breweries know that this direct to consumer cycle is not sufficient to support their growing expenses.

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Uniforms Cash Management Brewery Consumer Goods 472

Culinary Cues

APRIL 13, 2020

Lexan containers will be in high demand, as restaurants no longer store food supplies in the boxes they were delivered in. [] PRE-STORAGE AREAS REQUIRED IN NEW KITCHENS FOR WASHING AND SANITIZING OF INCOMING PRODUCTS. Basically, you may want to make future plans for an infection control person on your staff.

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Kitchen Safety Uniforms Food Safety Employee Relations 558

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

More regional stores are more vulnerable to unscheduled events such as hurricanes, tornados and similar disrupting supply chains. So if you’re only analyzing data from a singular event to inform food supply decisions, you could end up with a whole lot of wasted food. External Data Intelligence and Solutions.

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Food Supply Supplies Waste Food 197

7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

You have the advantage of a built-out kitchen with equipment, bars and dining rooms, technology, parking lots, and more. Things to consider are: Local Sentiment Finances Equipment Taxes or Violations Licenses and Permits What is the local sentiment towards the restaurant? Which piece of equipment breaks down the most?

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License Equipment Certification Take-out 444

7 Shifts

JULY 16, 2021

Sourcing Equipment. This includes but is not limited to your equipment, permits, menu, and marketing. Rent, equipment costs, supplies, marketing, and paying staff are among the costs you'll incur when just starting. However, a solid business plan can ignite the passion within someone like-minded and equipped to help you.

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License Hiring Equipment Small Business 459

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

coli outbreak reinforces the need for restaurants – and all food businesses – to manage recalls as a supply chain, especially considering the huge scale of this event. Handle Recalls as a Supply Chain For any food brand, consumer protection is the most important part of recall management. While the E.

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Supplies Food Supply Point of Sale Communication 167

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 24, 2023

AI can also improve sustainability within restaurants – and throughout their supply chains – with huge benefits that include waste and carbon emissions reduction, cost savings, and meeting consumer demand. For instance, AI can help drive the following benefits: Improving transparency throughout the supply chain.

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Supplies Sustainability Food Supply Food Safety 167

7 Shifts

MARCH 11, 2020

Furniture & Equipment Restaurant equipment can set you back between $100,000 and $300,000. You’ll also need to pay for supplies. If too little is ordered, you may find yourself running to the grocery store and paying marked up prices for supplies you need to fulfill orders. How does this break down, roughly?

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License Cash Management Inventory Food Supply 354

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

Restaurants have faced labor shortages, supply and equipment shortages, and climbing food prices, with no past playbook on how to navigate the crisis. In fact, according to the National Restaurant Association, 95% of operators said their restaurant has experienced supply chain delays or shortages in recent months.

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2021 Food Supply Food Truck Supplies 189

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Since the labor shortage across the supply chain is likely to persist past the short-term and with other costs also increasing, one of the few ways restaurants can maintain their margins without raising their prices is to find ingredients that have better yields and require less labor to prepare. So how do we get there as an industry?

Food Supply 197

Food Supply Supplies Food Point of Sale 197

7 Shifts

APRIL 29, 2021

Set your alarms and make sure you're ready, as it's expected that the demand will outweigh the supply of funds. Personal protective equipment (PPE) and cleaning supplies. Take a look at the program guide (in English and Spanish ) and the sample application. Get your documents ready (more below). What do I need?

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Restaurant Law Document Brewery Point of Sale 370

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.

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BOH POS Influencer Point of Sale 368

Culinary Cues

AUGUST 22, 2022

The kitchen was not filled with the most sophisticated equipment and certainly not computerized. The dish machine was likely an under counter unit and there was no need for a walk-in cooler since supplies were purchased every day; a reach-in or two would suffice.

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Seating Front of House Back of House Cash Management 452

7 Shifts

AUGUST 4, 2020

It’s no surprise the food industry leaves behind a large footprint—and while much of the supply chain is inevitable, there are many innovative and simple steps we can all take to reduce waste and our own carbon footprint. You can also run maintenance tests on your equipment to determine how energy-efficient it is.

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Food Supply Waste Seasonal Menu Equipment 300

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 11, 2020

Overloading – There’s a lot of equipment and lighting which can overload the electrical systems and fixtures. Damaged Equipment – Most hazards which are infrequent or momentary can damage your equipment over time. Equipment testing. Routine inspection and testing of all electronic equipment.

Food Safety 221

Food Safety Equipment Food Supply Audits 221

7 Shifts

JANUARY 11, 2021

Order Cleaning Supplies such as disinfectant, paper products, mop heads, and floor cleaner The staff at Ruby's Cafe in New York City, a 7shifts' customer Optimize Your Labor ?? Install protective equipment such as glass screens or barriers for outdoor tables. Add drinks, if you don’t already have them. Update Your Online Presence ??

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Guest Recovery Online Ordering Outdoor Front of House 358

Culinary Cues

JULY 15, 2022

But not enough attention is being given to the issues surrounding the supply chain and the lack of real solutions. Think of the impact on supply that this creates now and in the future. [] GROWING POPULATION: While numerous factors impact food supplies, the world population continues to grow and so too does the demand for those products.

Food Supply 390

Food Supply Food Truck Consumer Goods 2000 390

7 Shifts

JUNE 28, 2021

A Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point ( HAACP ) plan is recommended by the FDA to control any hazards surrounding food safety throughout the entire restaurant supply chain. The difference here lies in the extra steps to remove germs and grease from surfaces and equipment. Develop a HACCP Plan. Keep Your Eyes Open. Food Storage.

Kitchen Safety 370

Kitchen Safety Food Safety Food Supply Equipment 370

Culinary Cues

APRIL 15, 2023

Add to that the supply chain issues now, minimum order requirements from vendors, pressure to significantly raise wages just to attract a core crew, landlord lease increases, and the investments made to improve the safety of operations during Covid, and it’s hard to understand how anyone is able to find a way to open their doors and welcome guests.

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Seasonal Menu Café Point of Sale Social Media 461

Culinary Cues

MARCH 15, 2021

When enrollment declines then colleges must make decisions to trim services, increase class sizes, eliminate content, reduce investment in supplies, or shut their doors. This means that the top line drives the bottom line (more students equals the ability to continue providing their products and services).

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Education Food Supply Training Communication 551

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 18, 2022

The landscape has changed since the pandemic, and as restaurateurs, we need to push the bounds of innovation to develop short and long-term solutions to the things keeping us up at night – staffing and supply chain challenges. Supply Chain and Distribution. Labor – Retaining Quality Staff. Aloha Poke Co.

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Fast Casual Supplies Casual Franchise 197

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 7, 2024

He has over 30 years of experience in the field, starting as a dishwasher and rising to a leadership position at Inspire Brands, where he served as Vice President of Global Equipment Innovation & Supply. This is critical for food safety as we can repair equipment before it fails and spoils food that might be served to a customer.

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Food Safety Kitchen Safety Food Food Supply 196

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 6, 2023

In fact, leveraging IoT is revolutionizing the sector by optimizing supply chain management, enhancing the customer experience, and facilitating data-driven decision-making. Connected sensors and devices allow real-time tracking and monitoring of food products throughout the supply chain. Leverage smart equipment and sensors.

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Food Safety Operations Management Management 201

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 11, 2020

Set up your livestream with the equipment and virtual event platform of your choice. There’s great potential for revenue here, including the class registration and any supplies you can sell for pickup at your restaurant or delivery to your customers’ doors. Classes and Tastings. Trivia Nights.

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Events Food Supply Entertainment Equipment 212

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

You’re also hostage to other rising costs and supply chain delays, and want to deliver the experiences your diners expect, now and into 2022. The technology empowers operators to make direct, digital connections with their equipment (e.g., Maintaining Equipment. freezers, food warmers, fryers, etc.).

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Equipment Kitchen Safety Food Supply Food Safety 197

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Increase quality and safety across the supply chain. Your restaurant may prioritize safety, quality, and compliance, but is everyone across the supply chain aligned in this effort? One weak link in the supply chain could cause a food safety breach that could put your guests and brand at risk. Manage labor shortages.

Food Safety 195

Food Safety Kitchen Safety Audits Food Supply 195

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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FOH BOH Kitchen Safety Cash Management 338

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 16, 2024

Throughout the entire Food Safety and Quality (FSQ) process, from supply chain management and ingredient tracking to compliance and recall monitoring, restaurants must manage and oversee a variety of processes and workflows, recording data every step of the way.

Food Safety 189

Food Safety Catering Food Food Supply 189

Social Hospitality

JULY 25, 2022

The last few years brought staffing shortages, supply chain issues, and delivery concerns. Supply chain challenges affect the industry. Identify a number that will cover major costs like location, rent, upkeep, equipment, and estimated salaries. Invest in The Right Equipment & Tech. Set a Budget.

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2022 Technology Point of Sale Kitchen Safety 222

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 30, 2024

As a proud part of the leadership team at Craveworthy Brands, the platform company behind 11 unique restaurant concepts, I lead day-to-day supply chain management, events, distribution, and of course, LTOs. Working with a team, other colleagues in the industry, or vendors can supply significant support at this stage.

Food Supply 197

Food Supply Seasonal Menu Supplies Design 197

7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

How do you handle unexpected challenges, such as equipment failure or supply shortages? How do you handle unexpected challenges, such as equipment failure or supply shortages? If a freezer malfunctions, they should contact two or more local equipment repair service providers to get it fixed fast.

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Leadership Management Management Operations 195

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 27, 2023

As such, restaurants are investing in training and development programs to upskill their workforce, ensuring team members are equipped to handle the latest tools and technologies. These factors contribute to a volatile supply chain, influencing everything from ingredient availability to menu pricing strategies.

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2024 Food Supply Kitchen Safety Influencer 202

7 Shifts

AUGUST 4, 2020

It’s no surprise the food industry leaves behind a large footprint—and while much of the supply chain is inevitable, there are many innovative and simple steps we can all take to reduce waste and our own carbon footprint. You can also run maintenance tests on your equipment to determine how energy-efficient it is.

Food Supply 221

Food Supply Waste Seasonal Menu Equipment 221

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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Equipment 2024 Waste Point of Sale 197

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 1, 2022

How value engineering can be a restaurant construction solution in the face of rising prices and unpredictable supply chains. As the prices of construction materials skyrocket due to rising inflation and supply chain woes, budgeting for commercial development has become significantly more challenging. Starting with Finishes.

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Design Supplies Equipment Education 208