Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Steady Online Ordering Brings Food Waste, Donations to the Forefront of Priorities Ordering food online increases restaurant sales, but it also can potentially increase wasted food if proactive measures aren’t taken – for both the business and consumers at home.

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ChowNow

JANUARY 27, 2025

Among these heroes are restaurantscommunity cornerstones that not only serve as gathering spaces in normal times but also become lifelines during crises. Cafecita also used their social media platforms to encourage customers to donate to 10 different restaurants serving community meals.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 27, 2022

As we close out 2022, food production is at risk. We’re still facing product shortages, exacerbated by ongoing supply chain interruptions and the Russian-Ukrainian war stalling food shipments – including 9.5 Inflation is causing food prices – and food insecurity – to soar. . Focus on Sustainable Food Production.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Next year will bring new competitors to restaurants such as fresh food vending and more fresh grocery meal options available for delivery. Disrupted supply chains will continue to plague the food business in 2021, and end-to-end supply chain visibility will be essential to meet challenges created by shortages.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 28, 2024

Food manufacturers and retailers are embracing a whole new world of opportunities for consumer engagement that are enabled by this newer technology. In foodservice establishments, the same technology opens doors to greater food safety and ingredient transparency.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 20, 2021

A Sustainable Supply Chain. During the height of the pandemic, it seemed as though so many facets of the food industry were up in the air, including stress on supply chains. Food processing, in some facilities, has been slowed down substantially due to labor shortages or complete shutdowns. Avoid using pesticides.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 15, 2022

Supply Chain Benefits. Restaurants are beginning to use this tool to account for the many steps that come before serving up a steamy plate of pasta or beefy burger. Visibility in all aspects of the supply chain is important for restaurants, especially since food is a sensitive product to handle.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

The turmoil caused by the pandemic has disrupted global supply chains more than any other period in recent history. It has highlighted the critical importance of evolving supply chain systems to be more responsive and agile to the changing dynamics around us – which the past two years have been extensive.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 17, 2025

Everyone in the food industry is feeling the pinch of the economy with reduced consumer patronage in restaurants and even a reduction of produce consumption in the winter months. There are many areas where we have seen food service operators benefit! This makes business tight causing a hard look at any extra costs.

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Culinary Cues

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

The second family is a breath of fresh air when we could easily feel left out. [] WE SPEAK THE UNIVERSAL LANGUAGE: Finally, I am grateful for food as a communication vehicle. Happy Thanksgiving. What are you thankful for?

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EATER

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

They are spaces in which consuming food is not only welcomed, but is expected. It was especially ironic considering that this controversy centered around a place where food is served, and that breastfeeding infants are simply trying to eat. That is, of course, unless you’re a breastfeeding infant.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

When communities begin piecing themselves back together after severe weather events, QSRs like McDonald's, Wendy's, and Starbucks often find themselves serving a purpose beyond their usual role. It's not just about selling food anymore – it's about being there when communities need a sense of stability.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 18, 2020

” Reviving The Supply Chain. Now more than ever, it is important for restaurants to maintain a healthy connection with their supply chain. If restaurants aren’t ordering as much food to serve in house, suppliers end up with a backlog of perishable goods.

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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. Customers want to know where their food is coming from.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 2, 2022

Soaring prices, continued supply chain disruptions, and ongoing staffing shortages are creating a perfect storm for restaurants. Food and labor costs are elevated and expected to remain high in 2022 , negatively impacting restaurants’ profit margins. To maximize your existing resources: Reduce food waste.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 1, 2021

Technology will be vital in the months – and years – ahead as the pandemic continues to change the conversation about food safety. Restaurants now must prioritize the overall safety of the restaurant environment, in addition to addressing food safety itself. Deploying RFID for Supply Chain Traceability.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 16, 2025

With food and overall costs climbing, owners and managers are finding creative ways to reduce expenses and manage their spending more efficiently. A new report highlights the need to assess this spending, with operators spending 34 percent more on food than last year. Restaurants nationwide are facing growing uncertainty.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

Inflation, scarcity in the supply chain, and labor constraints have tacked on dollars. Before we begin, we need to realize that the guacamole product served to customers is not solely factored on the price of the ingredients, but you’ll find the sneaky costs in labor, waste, food safety, and shipping. Food Safety.

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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. Food Shortage.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

Few scenarios strike more fear into a restauranteur’s heart than the prospect of serving food to patrons that makes them sick. However, even with the greatest attention to food safety, there is no single way to eliminate all foodborne illness because its sources are numerous and diverse. Regulatory Requirements.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 11, 2022

. “Conducting inventory would take two to three hours per restaurant per week, assuming there weren’t any mistakes,” said Rick Buttner, senior director of supply chain operations at IPC. If their food cost was way off, they had to go back and find the mistakes. It was a painstaking effort.” Inventory Automation.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 27, 2023

These factors contribute to a volatile supply chain, influencing everything from ingredient availability to menu pricing strategies. Contemporary menus increasingly feature more plant-based selections and alternative proteins, while also reflecting the demand for locally vetted foods and transparent supply chains.

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Culinary Cues

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Technology can save restaurants money, help them become more efficient, reduce dependence on a qualified labor pool, and trim some reliance on a challenged supply chain. How do we keep the business of food from becoming more and more transactional? This must be the answer right? Is this our future a place we want to be?

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

Supply chain issues, high food costs, and labor shortages are cutting profits at restaurants nationwide, the National Restaurant Association reported. Supply shortages have also resulted in operators having to change their menus on the fly. However, restaurant operators are now encountering a new set of challenges.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Most notably, persistent hiring challenges, rising costs, and uncertain supply chains have made profitability more precarious. Optimize Food Safety Protocols. Food waste is endemic at many restaurants and across the food supply chain, collectively totaling more than 1.6 billion tons and costing companies $1.2

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 31, 2022

As the winter months quickly approach, restaurants must prepare to continue serving their customers while navigating weather and health and safety challenges. Ongoing inflation, higher interest rates, escalating food prices, and a tight labor market across industries add to the uncertainty.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 31, 2020

This has dramatically impacted the core of the food and restaurant industries, specifically healthy and organic food. Eating organic is by no means a new concept brought on by the pandemic, but the shift in mindsets has thrust this niche food sector into overdrive. The Organic Food Boom. And the numbers are impressive.

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Goliath Consulting

JUNE 15, 2021

Since the start of the pandemic, safety measures such as social distancing, lockdowns and mask-wearing have completely changed our understanding of how consumers spend on food. We saw customers stockpiling on groceries and supplies in homes instead of going out to eat, raising retail sales by 29 percent over the previous year (1).

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 14, 2021

Once thought of as temporary solutions to an unexpected pandemic, we’ve seen an increased mad rush on take-out and delivery supplies – which doesn’t look to be slowing down. The quality of the packaging you chose should match the quality of the food you are serving. Hello, money maker! Secure Inventory and PPE.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 11, 2025

Supply chain disruptions and labor shortages required operators to rethink everything – leaner menus, smarter kitchens, and more efficient operations became the new standard. In addition, the state carved out a special 45 percent increase to $20 per hour for fast-food employees. per hour difference.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 23, 2024

We like to say waffles “drip with success” for food service operators, and it's because of four key factors: profitability, versatility, consumer experience and operational efficiency. There are hundreds of ways to serve a waffle across any daypart, with both sweet and savory options. Waffles saw a 15.4

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Yelp found that food businesses are seeing one of the largest increases of inflationary experiences compared to Q3 2021, followed by restaurants. Consumers report experiencing inflation the most at food businesses and restaurants, with inflation mentions in reviews up 31 percent and 28 percent, respectively year over year. ”

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Food and Beverage Inventory and Paper Supplies. Similar to your payroll expenses, your food and beverage expenses are going to vary depending on the type of restaurant you run. In general, overhead expenses related to food and beverages should be between 35 and 40 percent of your total revenue.

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Goliath Consulting

MARCH 3, 2025

For restaurant owners and operators, success depends on more than just great food and excellent serviceit requires staying informed, connected, and supported. Whether its labor laws, food safety regulations, or tax policies, these associations work to ensure fair legislation.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 1, 2020

What is the food cost on your top moving items? Now reverse the list and ask: What is the food cost of slow moving items? This serves several purposes for successful operators: 1. Even if it is frozen, with good planning you can have an adequate supply of chicken and save on the food cost built into this soup.

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7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

After all, it’s not just the quality of your food that can keep customers coming back — 73% of diners base their satisfaction on the quality of service they receive. How do you handle unexpected challenges, such as equipment failure or supply shortages? How do you ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations?

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

More than half of restaurant operators said it would be a year or more before businesses conditions return to normal with food, labor, and occupancy costs are expected to remain elevated, and continue to impact restaurant profit margins in 2022, according to the National Restaurant Association's 2022 State of the Restaurant Industry report.

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