7 Shifts

AUGUST 12, 2020

Word of mouth is fantastic, but when it comes to scaling a restaurant or reopening after months of closure, you need to rely on more than just the possibility of a customer loving your food and telling their friends about it. What are they ordering? Which is where your restaurant marketing plan comes in. So, where do you start?

Marketing 418

Marketing 2020 SEO Loyalty Program 418

Culinary Cues

JANUARY 20, 2024

Whether a quick service restaurant, family dining, food truck, or white tablecloth fine dining operation – there will always be some level of price sensitivity. A menu should thus be designed and priced to make those items seem essential. Serve it in a pot or French press, warm the milk and use quality sugar cubes rather than packets.

Fine Dining 402

Fine Dining Food Truck Back of House Pricing 402

7 Shifts

OCTOBER 9, 2020

Diners are turning to online ordering in increasing numbers because of COVID-19 pandemic restrictions on on-premise dining. According to a survey conducted by S&P Global Market Intelligence, 40% of Americans are ordering more food for takeout and delivery now than they were before the pandemic. Online ordering - Ditto.

Design 397

Design Online Ordering Social Media Mobile Ordering 397

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 21, 2023

Not all menu items are created equal, nor do they contribute the same profit to the bottom line. Some dishes are more popular and increase revenue, while others carry a smaller margin or might not be ordered as often. Plow Horses : Popular menu items that are not as profitable as average. "Plow

Menu 180

Menu Influencer Design Food Order 180

7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

The ripple effects of the pandemic continue: the National Restaurant Association finds that off-premises dining continues to happen much more frequently than before, with 66% of consumers more likely to order takeout in 2023 than they were before the pandemic. ChowNow ChowNow is a customized online ordering app for restaurants.

Management 367

Management Management Operations Mobile Ordering 367

7 Shifts

AUGUST 12, 2021

This method is used by several large food chains, like Starbucks, Panera Bread, and TGI Fridays, which have attracted millions of customers due to their loyalty programs. Email marketing allows restaurants to notify their consumers about current promotions and serves as a branding strategy. Special Offers and Promotions.

Marketing 397

Marketing Email Marketing Loyalty Program Social Media 397

7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

The ripple effects of the pandemic continue: the National Restaurant Association finds that off-premises dining continues to happen much more frequently than before, with 66% of consumers more likely to order takeout in 2023 than they were before the pandemic. ChowNow ChowNow is a customized online ordering app for restaurants.

Management 352

Management Management Operations Mobile Ordering 352

7 Shifts

AUGUST 2, 2024

By tracking metrics like customer retention and employee turnover rate, contribution margin, and menu item profitability, restaurant managers can identify each area’s strengths and what areas need improvement. This number is essential because it helps you determine the price of your food and beverages.

Point of Sale 397

Point of Sale Inventory Seasonal Menu Cash Management 397

Culinary Cues

MAY 12, 2022

These are the restaurants where dining is much, much more than just consuming food. How do the rest of us explain the menu with $25 appetizers, $60 entrees, and $20 desserts? If they don’t see the value, regardless of how tasty or beautiful that plate of food might be, then why would they return?

Pricing 365

Pricing Consumer Goods Training Customer Experience 365

7 Shifts

DECEMBER 18, 2019

Create a fixed-price ‘Mix and Match’ menu with soups, salads, and sandwiches for customers to choose from. (If Pop a promotional banner at the top of your lunch menu to catch diners’ eyes when they’re hungry but in a rush. Give BOGO a go Even though eating alone is a growing trend , food remains a fundamentally social experience.

Specials 362

Specials Food Truck Seasonal Menu Social Media 362

7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 26, 2021

If you weren’t thinking that much about online ordering before, you definitely are now. The easiest way to get your food out there is by partnering with a third-party delivery app. Native or first-party delivery doesn't rely on a separate service to take and send out orders. It will still cost you to run your own delivery.

Online Ordering 341

Online Ordering Ordering Customer Service Food Order 341

7 Shifts

JUNE 29, 2022

They employ thousands of people and have served billions, and with so many people affected, it's understandable why there are franchise-specific laws and regulations in place. Menu Consistency. A consistent menu ensures standard serving across locations. Food & Staff Safety Measures. State Law Compliance.

Franchise 370

Franchise Franchising Restaurant Law Document 370

7 Shifts

AUGUST 26, 2019

From there, you can make vital decisions about price, service capacity, table turnover, and your menu to boost revenue and profits. Engineer your menu for sales and profits. Average order value varies among customers, but you can generally expect to make more revenue if you turn over more tables. Control table turnover.

Management 408

Management Management Airlines Customer Service 408

Culinary Cues

AUGUST 18, 2022

I was probably 10 or 11 years old on a shopping trip with my parents when we walked by a diner window with full view of their short order cooks. The difference between the two happens before the first order is received. As I look back, those short order cooks in the Buffalo diner window had it all together. It was amazing!

Food Order 425

Food Order Customer Experience Hiring Café 425

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Above all, food is set to be the star of the event, 92 percent of employees say attending a holiday party with exceptional food makes them more excited about the event and 78 percent of employees are looking forward to the food at holiday parties the most.

Seasonal Menu 197

Seasonal Menu Magazine Food Order Events 197

7 Shifts

MARCH 11, 2020

Starting food inventory Stocking up on pantry staples and your beginning inventory of perishable foods will set you back at least $1,000. However, this expense will vary greatly depending on your restaurant’s capacity, the type of food you’re serving, the quality of ingredients, whether or not you want organic ingredients, etc.

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License Cash Management Inventory Food Supply 354

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 3, 2021

The last time I was in Madrid, a friend and I perused English menus at a popular tapas joint. I requested the Spanish menu, too. As a food translator, I know that seeing the original is often the best way to decipher what’s on offer. The English menu lacked context that we gleaned only by looking at the Spanish.

Menu 218

Menu Fast Casual Food Order Bar 218

Culinary Cues

DECEMBER 1, 2019

I try to feel their pride and invest the time in really reading the menu, checking out the flatware, plates and glassware – looking for art work or materials that may have a connection to the owners dream, and –whenever possible asking to peak in the kitchen so that I can acknowledge the work being done. The experience will always be better.

Small Business 424

Small Business Customer Experience Customer Service Seasonal Menu 424

Culinary Cues

NOVEMBER 6, 2022

I have been impressed and disappointed in many from those exclusive fine dining establishments with food that should be admired for its beauty to greasy spoons with the best burgers you will ever find. They are all part of my passion for the preparation and service of food. Maybe you haven’t thought about this before, but I have.

Food Truck 406

Food Truck Customer Service Customer Experience Food Supply 406

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. Health, Allergen, and Food Safety Training and Certifications. Food allergies. Food Service, Kitchen, & Hospitality Tech. Cross-contamination.

Front of House 370

Front of House Back of House Kitchen Safety Food Safety 370

7 Shifts

OCTOBER 28, 2024

A bar is a profitable business option if you’re looking to enter the food industry. Start by tracking all the income your bar generates, including sales from drinks, food, and any additional services. For example, if you serve craft cocktails or premium wine, customers may be willing to pay more because of the perceived value.

Point of Sale 195

Point of Sale Merchandise Seasonal Menu Bar 195

Culinary Cues

APRIL 22, 2020

You might find that a stay at home chef takes this organization to a new extreme and build a banquet/event order (BEO) for each meal and break. You know you are in trouble if the chef orders seven clip boards – one for each day of the week. [] MENU PLANNING. You can never be too organized or communicate too frequently.

Back of House 364

Back of House Point of Sale Take-out Inventory 364

Culinary Cues

MARCH 26, 2022

Well, you have all heard the statistics about success and failure when food and beverage are involved, so I won’t repeat them. Seriously, why would you ever jump into the deep end unless you had a plan and real-life measurements that serve as a roadmap? One of the most tempting forays into entrepreneurship is the restaurant business.

Cash Management 379

Cash Management Social Media Restaurant Law Communication 379

7 Shifts

MAY 31, 2021

Inventory was ordered based on par levels, which are set based on sales forecasts, which are in turn determined by how many guests you'll serve and what they'll order. How is the restaurant's budget broken down between key expenses like food costs, labor, and fixed costs? Purchasing & Ordering.

Operations 363

Operations Inventory Hiring Customer Service 363

7 Shifts

AUGUST 6, 2021

Staff scheduling, inventory management, menu analysis , guest satisfaction, profitability, and so much more rest on the shoulders of accurate restaurant forecasting. On a micro level, forecasting helps a restaurant plan for inventory orders and how many employees need to work each shift to make and sell food. Get granular.

Seasonal Menu 370

Seasonal Menu Point of Sale Inventory Food Supply 370

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. Add small signs at self-serve stations to ask customers to consider the environment and take only what they need.

Food Supply 300

Food Supply Waste Seasonal Menu Equipment 300

7 Shifts

DECEMBER 17, 2020

The coffee shop where the baristas seem happy to serve you. Customer retention is important because it measures how good your restaurant is at making your customers happy and bringing them back in the door (or ordering delivery). Sometimes you want to go where everybody knows your name. Why is customer retention important?

Loyalty Program 370

Loyalty Program Social Media Email Marketing Customer Service 370

7 Shifts

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Nowadays, running a successful restaurant takes more than great food and good service. Another way to get local backlinks is from local news articles, food bloggers, or restaurant directories to boost your visibility in search results. Make sure to add high-quality photos of your food, interior, and staff.

Book 195

Book Marketing Email Marketing Social Media 195

7 Shifts

AUGUST 18, 2024

You're not only competing against many other bars but establishments offering entertainment, food, and drink. This document will outline your bar's concept, menu, marketing strategy, and financial projections. Planning Your Menu Here are a few bar menu design tips : Your food should match the concept and theme.

Bar 370

Bar License Email Marketing Customer Service 370

Culinary Cues

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

The magnetism of the kitchen dates to those early days of growing up in a home where food played an important role, not as much as some, but enough to leave an indelible mark on my life. I think, even if these items weren’t on a menu, I would find a way to bring them into the fold. These are my memories of cooking for the soul.

Food 341

Food Front of House Point of Sale Back of House 341

7 Shifts

JANUARY 31, 2024

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. One other way you may need to manage inventory is with menu planning. Yeah—it can be a lot of software and tech to keep track of.

Management 397

Management Management Kitchen Safety Front of House 397

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

If this means deleting menu items, don't be afraid to do it. Maybe the menu item needs a better menu description. If there is a menu item listed as "Roasted Turnips," it may not be a top seller. Good words sell food. It's incredible how quickly a menu item sells simply by changing the location.

Pricing 208

Pricing Food Seasonal Menu Food Order 208

7 Shifts

JANUARY 26, 2021

Ordering online, paying with mobile phones, scanning QR codes for a menu, and a ton of takeout, are just a part of dining out now. diners prefer to view menus, order, and pay for their meal using their phones rather than interacting with servers during the pandemic. For both safety and ease, there isn’t a better option.

2021 370

2021 Front of House Social Media Mobile Ordering 370

7 Shifts

AUGUST 20, 2024

However, with fewer customers dining out weekly , restaurants must ensure that they can serve each diner quickly and satisfy them enough that they’ll want to return. From seating diners and helping them order quickly to processing payments, let’s explore some proven ways to improve your restaurant’s table turnover rate.

Online Ordering 221

Online Ordering Fast Casual Fine Dining Seating 221

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 12, 2022

Restaurants continue to face labor and supply chain issues, plus rising food costs. Review and Revise Your Menu Offerings. Before Restaurant Week kicks off, craft a menu that is friendly to both your bottom line and your customers. Offer Easy Online Ordering. And that’s not different during Restaurant Week.

Loyalty Program 223

Loyalty Program Online Ordering Point of Sale Customer Experience 223

Social Hospitality

OCTOBER 10, 2023

These digital culinary ventures are revolutionizing the food industry by existing exclusively online. Instead, they serve solely through delivery or takeout. Virtual kitchens Virtual, ghost, or cloud kitchens are purpose-built spaces dedicated exclusively to online food production. Are virtual restaurants the future of dining?

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Online Ordering Social Media Food Order Customer Experience 222

Culinary Cues

MARCH 30, 2020

Food is the universal language, a language that everyone speaks and enjoys using. To fail to do this will simply perpetuate the labor challenges that plagued us before the virus. [] CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT: In order to address the labor issue above, we may very well need to reconsider our restaurant concept.

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Small Business Food Supply Food Truck Healthcare 366