Culinary Cues

JANUARY 23, 2021

In those restaurants where profit is measured in terms of smaller numbers with significant volume then concerns such as food cost percentage are of paramount importance. Simply stated it is what a menu item contributes to the financial success of a restaurant. These are the elements of a food experience that create “value”.

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Point of Sale Front of House Back of House Customer Experience 450

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. If we fail to look at the entire restaurant package, then we fail to realize how to earn profit.

Fine Dining 389

Fine Dining Food Truck Back of House Pricing 389

7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Let’s take the guesswork out of starting your food business and set your establishment up for success. Do you want to find out which food items your customers love the most? For instance, "Discover which menu items are most popular among our target market" is a clear and focused goal. With the 4.5%

Marketing 370

Marketing Social Media SEO Customer Service 370

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. You may, for example, use push notifications for advertising special discounts or notifying consumers about a new menu. Special Offers and Promotions.

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Marketing Email Marketing Loyalty Program Social Media 397

Culinary Cues

JUNE 29, 2024

Memorable food, exceptional experiences, a perfect evening…these are the types of reviews that every chef hopes for and every restaurant strives for. The chef invests time in building a signature menu, testing recipes, establishing plate presentations, and making sure the best ingredients are within the teams reach.

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Dine-in Customer Experience Back of House Customer Service 294

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 25, 2021

With today’s food trends moving toward the direction of fresh, healthy, local, and sustainable, the term “plant-based” continues to enter the conversation on every playing field. With this perspective in place, the ways of integrating plant-based proteins into your menu become infinite.

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Dietary Restrictions Food Front of House Back of House 218

Culinary Cues

OCTOBER 27, 2023

One of the dilemmas restaurateurs’ face is the approach taken with the management and delivery of a restaurant concept and menu. The menu is oftentimes a statement by the chef; a statement of his or her beliefs, likes and dislikes, and experiences. This menu is who I am.”

Hiring 391

Hiring Training Pricing Leadership 391

Social Hospitality

JANUARY 5, 2022

Even remote parts of the world embraced restaurant and food delivery apps like never before. Mobile chatbots equip restaurants and food delivery apps to do many things. Restaurants would always adhere to food safety standards. There will still be an emphasis on the delivery and pickup of food. Prioritize Health Concerns.

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Mobile Ordering Customer Service Food Safety Delivery 459

Culinary Cues

AUGUST 28, 2020

For the restaurant operator caught up in the current, somewhat bleak reality of the business environment we are living in – there is hope in knowing how resilient the business of food can be. History is only kind to those who put one foot in front of the other and face each day with a “can do” attitude. KEEP THE SURPRISES COMING.

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Social Media Communication Loyalty Program Training 436

Culinary Cues

MAY 13, 2023

Oftentimes these properties boast a few a ’la carte restaurants, room service, special property events, banquets, weddings, buffets, and three meals a day in at least one of their outlets. As an example – garde manger really only exists in these types of properties where cold food can rule the day with banquets and special events.

Hotels 426

Hotels Point of Sale Cash Management Training 426

7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 26, 2021

The easiest way to get your food out there is by partnering with a third-party delivery app. Send customers special offers, communicate directly, and keep them up to date. How to Set Up Online Food Ordering Scott Landers, Co-founder and Systems Engineer at Figure8 , recommends a four-step framework to create a native ordering system.

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Online Ordering Ordering Customer Service Food Order 341

Culinary Cues

DECEMBER 1, 2019

The funny thing is that these small businesses – in this case – restaurants – cannot survive on that once-a-year recognition, or even the occasional special event. Don’t they understand how much more special the experience will be in this little bistro with two people in the kitchen, a bartender and two servers?

Small Business 409

Small Business Customer Experience Customer Service Seasonal Menu 409

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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Information Allergens Food Supply Food 221

Culinary Cues

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Here are some thoughts: PRODUCT: Take a hard look at your menu. Assign the task to your chef to create a menu that is exciting, innovative, delicious, accessible, and financially tolerable. Reverse engineer your menu from this perspective. Start by looking at the economics of producing and selling what you THINK must be there.

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Pricing Marketing Insurance Seasonal Menu 330

Culinary Cues

DECEMBER 28, 2021

There is something very special about working in a professional kitchen, something that is hard to explain unless you are there. When you sit down with the sommelier with your first menu as chef you can offer reasonable comments on the selection of wines to accompany each item.

Kitchen Safety 423

Kitchen Safety Front of House Fine Dining Back of House 423

7 Shifts

JUNE 4, 2021

Food cost percentage. Ideal menu price. To put it simply, your cost of goods sold is how much it costs you to produce a menu item. As you add together all of your menu items, you can determine the total cost of everything (to you) that you sell to your guests. Food Cost Percentage. What is food cost percentage?

Point of Sale 416

Point of Sale Inventory Employee Relations Customer Service 416

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

7 Shifts

DECEMBER 8, 2020

And social media is no slouch, either: actively follow and engage with restaurants on social media, 74% say they are more likely to visit or order food from those establishments. For your kitchen team, this could be a signature burger or sandwich special. Don’t have a traditional set menu? ) for some of their favorites.

Front of House 370

Front of House Social Media Employee Relations Back of House 370

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. Occasional: Restaurants with similar menus situated in nearby locations.

Marketing 418

Marketing 2020 SEO Loyalty Program 418

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.

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Book Marketing Email Marketing Social Media 195

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. So, what is this higher calling?

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Food Truck Customer Service Customer Experience Food Supply 393

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

We were ill-prepared for the COVID pandemic that devastated the food industry with supply chain disruptions, product and labor shortages, and soaring inflation. The biggest learning from COVID is that food businesses must be prepared for any crisis – and ensure their suppliers all along the supply chain are also prepared and resilient.

Food Supply 212

Food Supply Supplies Food Waste 212

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. The easiest and most common way to drive revenue is to adjust your prices and offer specific promotions and specials like happy hour. Engineer your menu for sales and profits.

Management 408

Management Management Airlines Customer Service 408

7 Shifts

JUNE 29, 2022

In addition to franchises' obligation to follow their state's regulations for food, health, and wages, some states and cities have specific fees and laws that franchise businesses must follow. Menu Consistency. A consistent menu ensures standard serving across locations. Food & Staff Safety Measures.

Franchise 370

Franchise Franchising Restaurant Law Document 370

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Around 33 to 40 percent of food goes to waste each year. A large chunk of that comes down to complex problems in global food supply chain management that most restaurants have little control over. What restaurants can do, however, is re-think how their direct food supply is managed – from transport to inventory control.

Food Supply 177

Food Supply Waste Supplies Management 177

7 Shifts

JULY 22, 2022

Special Events. During the summer, with new staff, special events, food and drink specials, vacation requests, and more, keeping the staff informed is a must! To ensure you have the right coverage in all areas of the restaurant, customize station names and assign employees to stations. Event management.

Tip Distribution 391

Tip Distribution Certification Document Outdoor 391

7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

Corporate typically does all of the marketing and menu engineering , comes up with training processes, and works out deals with suppliers for better food prices. It’s common for franchises to have promotions, new menu items, and rebranding efforts mandated, regardless of input from the franchisor.

Franchise 369

Franchise Franchising Restaurant Law 2015 369

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 3, 2024

Adults 18+ specific questions about non-alcoholic beverages to help inform restaurants, retailers, event planners, and food and beverage firms with business strategies. By understanding consumer data, dining and media habits, the food and beverages industry can make more informed decisions on what to put on the menu.

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Menu Fast Casual Beverage Social Media 149

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 21, 2023

As an investor in some of America’s most iconic brands, I’ve identified some key elements that every food brand can focus on in 2023 to grow and scale their business. When looking to invest in a food concept, we look for these seven elements: 1. ” In the food world, we ask similar questions.

Food 167

Food 2023 Social Media Customer Experience 167

7 Shifts

JULY 16, 2021

Create a Menu. Do they serve just coffee or small foods as well? This includes but is not limited to your equipment, permits, menu, and marketing. Expected menu prices. Many food businesses have gotten their start through sites like Kickstarter , Indiegogo , AngelList , GoFundMe. Food Handler's Permit.

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License Hiring Equipment Small Business 459

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Food waste is recognized as an endemic challenge around the world. According to Feeding America , nearly 40 percent of all food in the U.S. For restaurants, an industry with challenging profit margins, minimizing food waste is nothing less than a survival strategy. restaurants lose $162 billion annually in food waste costs.

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Waste Technology Food Inventory 186

Social Hospitality

JUNE 22, 2020

The restaurant and food industry is one of the many to take advantage of the marketing opportunities Instagram offers. With 500 million active daily users, it’s no wonder Instagram rapidly became the go-to platform for the food industry. Use your hashtag on all marketing materials as well as on your menu and receipts. .

Marketing 440

Marketing Social Media Advertising Influencer 440

7 Shifts

JULY 25, 2024

One of the best things to do is to find additional revenue streams to supplement your core food and beverage sales. Offering additional services, like delivery and takeout, meal kits and subscription boxes, and even catering and hosting special events can unlock new growth opportunities.

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2024 Loyalty Program Point of Sale Online Ordering 243

Culinary Cues

JULY 23, 2022

After the call I began to think back over the past five decades of involvement in the business of food and realized that there have been a number of these calls and shared moments. In fact, the majority of weddings that I have had the pleasure to attend have been for former students, employees, and food related friends.

Employee Relations 373

Employee Relations Workshop Events Social Media 373

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 10, 2021

While your restaurant may feature a diverse menu, delicious food, a great ambiance, and excellent customer service, you will still struggle to build a customer base without promoting it. The fact is that running a successful restaurant is more than just offering good food and good service. We’re famous for this menu item.

Marketing 226

Marketing SEO Front of House Website Management 226

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. On the other hand, for lower-cost items like beer, you can bundle or offer happy hour specials to drive more volume and profit.

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Point of Sale Merchandise Seasonal Menu Bar 195