Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 6, 2024

With GiftAMeal, customers can take a photo of their food or drink at any Health Nut, and for each photo shared, a meal is donated to someone in need. We are on track to provide over 2,500 meals to our local food bank in the first year of our partnership.

Marketing 445

Marketing Social Media Loyalty Program Email Marketing 445

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 22, 2024

Fast food fraud has seen a 45-percent increase in the last year or so, largely driven by a digital transformation sea change that has made these restaurants more vulnerable, according to data from fraud prevention company Forter. Why is fast food fraud on the rise? Is there an idea that this is somewhat of a victimless crime?

Food 508

Food Loyalty Program Consumer Goods Customer Experience 508

ChowNow

MARCH 21, 2025

If managing food delivery feels more like a headache than a revenue stream, youre not alone. In this article, youll learn: How food delivery aggregators work and why theyre valuable. Lets explore how food delivery aggregators can turn chaos into consistency. Food delivery aggregators are key in making this happen.

Delivery 195

Delivery Operations Food Online Ordering 195

The Rail

JANUARY 21, 2025

By Bailey Ramsey, Contributor Food waste is a critical issue in the restaurant industry. To put this in perspective, restaurants waste anywhere between 4% to 10% of the food they purchase. Predicting Customer Demand Accurately One of the leading causes of food waste in restaurants is overproduction.

Waste 182

Waste Compost Recycling Food 182

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 30, 2025

Marketing agency Thought For Food & Son has been doing a lot more than just think about food for 20 years. Casucci, Founder & CEO at Thought For Food & Son. ” To discuss the firm's growth, the evolution of food marketing and its future, Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine reached out to Alan A. .”

Social Media 386

Social Media Innovation Sustainability Marketing 386

ChowNow

MARCH 27, 2025

If youre one of the thousands of restaurants that added online food delivery in recent years, you might be wondering: is it actually helping my business grow? Make sure your process doesnt keep food waiting. Youll also know which dishes to cutsaving you money in wasted food and labor.

Delivery 195

Delivery Online Ordering Loyalty Program Food 195

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 530

Food Supply Supplies Food Waste 530

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.

Information 552

Information Allergens Food Supply Food 552

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.

Waste 466

Waste Technology Food Inventory 466

The Rail

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Have you noticed how food delivery apps are becoming essential in attracting and retaining diners? In this article, we’ll show you exactly how to create a food delivery app tailored to your restaurant’s needs, while staying competitive in a booming industry. The global online food delivery market size was valued at USD 221.65

Delivery 147

Delivery Food Loyalty Program Food Order 147

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! Generalized or Specialized? So let’s take this a step further.

Food Supply 221

Food Supply Customer Service Back of House Small Business 221

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 31, 2024

“Through expansive experiences that inspire our guests paired with the ambiance of the space and the food on the plate, we’re setting new standards for the industry and creating truly spectacular moments for all who enter our restaurants and bars.” That’s where the NEXT Flavor Report comes in.

2025 450

2025 Beverage Fine Dining Guest Recovery 450

ChowNow

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Example: Date Night Special 2 steaks, 1 appetizer, and a chocolate lava cake for $70. Leverage Time-Sensitive Offers and Specials Weve all felt the thrill of snagging a great deal just before time runs outwhy not bring that same excitement to your guests? Example: Family Taco Night 12 tacos, 2 sides, and a dessert for $45.

Ordering 349

Ordering Online Ordering Loyalty Program Customer Experience 349

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 19, 2024

While specializing in a specific area of cuisine can be effective, designing a menu that offers a variety of dishes opens the door to new demographics, foot traffic and brand loyalty. Putting an emphasis on inclusion transforms meals into a shared celebration of flavors, bringing together people from all walks of life through the joy of food.

Dietary Restrictions 417

Dietary Restrictions Influencer Customer Experience Menu 417

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Whether it was your signature menu items, seasonal specials, or a festive holiday cocktail that puts a new spin on a classic, tailoring your menu can grab the attention of those looking to try something new. It’s the perfect season for experimenting with new menu items that align with previous seasonal trends.

POS 418

POS Seasonal Menu Point of Sale Customer Experience 418

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 8, 2025

Consumer Awareness : Implementing sustainable practices with cooking oil can elevate a restaurant's commitment to environmental responsibility, appealing to eco-conscious consumers and fostering a greater awareness of sustainability in the food industry.

Management 423

Management Management Recycling Sustainability 423

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

This "Super" special edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup has a Super Bowl theme. As such, Restaurants may choose to focus on pre-orders and takeout specials to capture sales early! percent from a national food chain. The steepest decline happened between 6-9 p.m.,

2024 309

2024 Food Order Delivery Sports 309

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

is the second-largest online food delivery market​ and generated an estimated $218B in revenue in 2022. CNP Fraud: CNP, or card-not-present fraud, occurs on platforms where a physical card isn’t necessary to complete the transaction, such as on a food delivery app.

Delivery 493

Delivery Food Consumer Goods Food Order 493

EATER

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Lille Allen Organizations like Feeding America support the nations food-insecure communities. She told me she had been trying to figure out how to get a turkey from a food pantry; she had fallen on her hip recently, complicating existing mobility issues. I made a note to check into regular food deliveries from a local service.

Food 271

Food Food Supply Food Truck Food Safety 271

Culinary Cues

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

How do we keep the business of food from becoming more and more transactional? Commissaries for some restaurant chains have reduced the need for kitchens and trained cooks in individual units and the drive-thru has influenced Detroit to view your car as a dining space with added cup holders and space for holding food.

Fine Dining 237

Fine Dining Food Supply Customer Service Recruiting 237

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Just as a chef elevates a signature dish with bold, unique flavors that please the senses, the right glassware can enhance the presentation of drinks and food, creating a visually engaging experience for customers. Seasonal and specialty cocktail glasses that make signature drinks stand out. Specialty glassware is not just for upscale venues.

Fine Dining 405

Fine Dining Consumer Goods Presentation Seasonal Menu 405

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

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? Will you track customer satisfaction scores, sales of specific food items, or the number of repeat customers? Start by deciding what you need to know.

Marketing 370

Marketing Social Media SEO Customer Service 370

EATER

DECEMBER 4, 2024

It’s inspired by Krishna’s globe-trotting childhood and journeys beyond typical American “kid” foods to dishes from Peru, Japan, Egypt, and more. Get your pint-sized chef everything they need to kick off their own kitchen adventures, like a knife set , a non-slip cutting board , and of course, a cute apron.

Specials 187

Specials Book Social Media 2024 187

Culinary Cues

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Great food breaks down barriers, allows us to put aside our differences, gives us a chance to reflect on how we are the same rather than just how we are different. We can all agree on the power of food to unite us. [] COOKING FOR ANOTHER IS VERY PERSONAL AND MEANINGFUL Cooks put it all out there.

Employee Relations 400

Employee Relations Presentation Small Business Recruiting 400

EATER

DECEMBER 3, 2024

The uniting factor is the quality of the food, drink, and service, as well as the way these places contribute to the fabric of their communities. In addition to Italian cuisine, Lao food is having a moment in cities across the country, and chefs of all stripes are delving more into corn — in desserts , scratch-made masa , and hot drinks.

2024 318

2024 Food Truck Social Media Customer Experience 318

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Restaurants prepare ingredients and schedule staff based on anticipated guest numbers, and when diners fail to arrive, this precision quickly unravels into wasted food and unnecessary labor expenses. Beyond the immediate lost revenue from empty reserved tables, these missed bookings disrupt carefully planned kitchen and staffing operations.

Book 385

Book Reservations Communication Customer Experience 385

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Now, they're on their phones before they arrive, checking your reviews, looking at food photos, and getting recommendations based on their past orders. Your job is to make sure your positions show up on their feed, just like that happy hour special. Let's put this in restaurant terms.

Hiring 332

Hiring Mobile Ordering Social Media 2025 332

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Hiring and Recruitment: Making a Strong First Impression As the competition for skilled food service employees remains fierce, restaurants should be boosting their employee engagement strategies well in advance of their busy season. However, this diversity of experience can also cause challenges.

Hiring 437

Hiring Recruiting Customer Experience Back of House 437

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 13, 2025

Originally known as Peter Kump’s New York Cooking School, the Institute of Culinary Education (ICE) has played a pivotal role in shaping the food landscape for 50 years growing from just five students in the first year to now more than 19,000 graduates.

Education 251

Education 2000 Sustainability 2015 251

Culinary Cues

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Every restaurant and food related business is crying the same blues: “Where are the great employees?” You can aspire to be whatever you want to be in the food business – it just takes a few key decisions on your part. There truly has never been a better time to be engaged in the business of food, than right now.

Coaching 409

Coaching Employee Relations Take-out Training 409

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 prepare your team for special events or holiday rushes? How do you ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations?

Leadership 195

Leadership Management Management Operations 195

Culinary Cues

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

It will stand out as truly special. The cheese is from a local artisan maybe even a rich bleu or 5-year aged cheddar something that is truly special and all you. Why not change from being a coffee shop to becoming that third place, a special spot with extraordinary product, a great story, and refreshing experiences?

Fine Dining 234

Fine Dining Small Business Customer Experience Equipment 234

ChowNow

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Are you doing all the right thingsserving amazing food, delivering top-notch service, crafting perfectly balanced drinksbut the tables still arent filling up like they should? The problem isnt your food or serviceits visibility and customer engagementand were going to help you fix that. Upload high-quality photos.

2025 195

2025 Email Marketing Social Media Loyalty Program 195

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 12, 2022

Restaurants continue to face labor and supply chain issues, plus rising food costs. While having a special menu for Restaurant Week is important, so is keeping your bottom line in check. And while these challenges may seem daunting, the solutions and benefits are plenty.

Loyalty Program 558

Loyalty Program Online Ordering Point of Sale Customer Experience 558

ChowNow

JANUARY 23, 2025

1) Pop-Up Collaborations Partner with other local businesses, like a bakery, brewery, coffee shop, roastery, or food truck, for exclusive menu items or drinks. Why customers love it: Customers who attend these types of events will be foodiespeople with an intense interest in food and how its made.

Events 195

Events Seasonal Menu Social Media Customer Experience 195

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

It might be a simple miscommunication, where the person taking the order misheard the customer’s special request. If your employees aren’t properly trained, they could make mistakes that could jeopardize food safety and quality, client satisfaction, and even your restaurant’s reputation. Implement software.

Ordering 562

Ordering Employee Relations Online Ordering Customer Service 562