Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 15, 2024

Chef Richard Sandoval’s fascination with bees and their critical role in food sustainability began years ago, rooted in a deep respect for nature's intricate balance. “One in three bites of food depends on pollinators.” “One in three bites of food depends on pollinators.”

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 8, 2025

What are common misconceptions restaurant operators have regarding the impact of cooking oil on sustainability? What Can Be Done : Educate the customer about the impact that different oils make not only on their ability to operate but also on their sustainability goals within the kitchen. Five major relationships to consider are: 1.

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EATER

OCTOBER 14, 2024

The leftover potatoes are collected by farmers who then use the food waste to feed their animals. The other important aspect is that it’s a sustainable production,” Dorda says. Watch the latest episode of Vendors to learn how Chopin Vodka creates its sustainable product as a family.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 5, 2025

Scaling an artisan food business is no easy feat. Many small food businesses reach a critical point where they must decide whether to remain small and exclusive or expand into wholesale, manufacturing, and broader distribution. Food safety and compliance also become increasingly important.

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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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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 23, 2025

Discover practical strategies to reduce stress and establish clear standard operating procedures, or SOPs, to create a sustainable work environment. Sustainable SOPs for Efficient Operations To increase a restaurant’s operational efficiency, you need clear and sustainable SOPs.

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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. .”

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EATER

OCTOBER 15, 2024

As part of creating that good environment, she’s taken multiple steps to cut Rifrullo’s carbon footprint, including composting all food scraps, one of the most important steps restaurants can take to combat climate change. When food waste goes to landfills, it creates methane , a powerful greenhouse gas.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 21, 2022

Sustainability continues to be a pressing issue for restaurants and the world. One of the penultimate responsibilities as a professional chef is learning to work sustainably. One of the penultimate responsibilities as a professional chef is learning to work sustainably. It’s not just food, but also the supply chain.

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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.

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Goliath Consulting

JANUARY 25, 2025

As diners become more health-conscious and adventurous, food trends and restaurant strategies are shifting to align with these preferences. Preserved Seafood : Preserved seafood is gaining traction, driven by Scandinavian simplicity and the desire for sustainable, nutrient-rich foods.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 11, 2025

No matter how much technology evolves, or trends shift, people will always come back for quality food, great value, and friendly service. But it also fast-tracked the adoption of technology and AI, setting small businesses up for smarter, more sustainable growth moving forward. These core elements never go out of style.

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The Rail

OCTOBER 10, 2024

That may or may not be up for debate, but one thing is for sure: the world is decidedly waking up to the taste of sustainability. As more consumers become conscious of the environmental impacts of their choices, sustainable products are increasingly popular, particularly in the food and beverage sector.

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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.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Sustainability Takes Center Stage Sustainability is no longer an optional value—it’s a demand from environmentally conscious consumers. In 2025, expect to see more restaurants and bars adopting eco-friendly practices, such as reducing food waste, sourcing locally, and using energy-efficient equipment.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 24, 2023

Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology has become invaluable in the food industry. 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. Improving sustainability.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Remember, people don’t support you just on your food alone. Are you creating amazing food? It’s important as long as the food is good. We’ve seen too many instances where people have created these beautiful and photographic spaces only to close quickly because their food was meh. They want to feel heard.

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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. Have a Staff That Is Knowledgeable of Plant-Based Products. Effectively educating those (bartenders, wait staff, back of the house, etc.)

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The Rail

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

By Julia Nikolaus, Contributor Sustainability has become crucial to the success of restaurants. The Importance of Sustainability in the Restaurant Industry Up until now, restaurants have contributed significantly to environmental pollution. These ethical shifts make sustainability a win-win for the environment and your restaurant.

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EATER

OCTOBER 21, 2024

The most accurate measure of land or CO2 “saved” by ordering a PLNT Burger is only attained if every purchase were originally intended to be for a fast-food beef burger instead. On its website, the restaurant describes itself as a place that “strives to source local, sustainable and organic when possible,” and lists its farmers on the menu.

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Goliath Consulting

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

The upcoming year is shaping up to be an exciting time for food enthusiasts, with trends emphasizing bold flavors, creative uses of ingredients, and new culinary experiences. Here’s a look at the food trends that will capture our taste buds and redefine dining in 2025.

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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

JUNE 13, 2022

This change will directly contribute to the coffee chain’s 2030 sustainability goals to conserve water usage by 50 percent and achieve carbon neutral green coffee. According to the EPA , food and packaging/containers account for almost 45 percent of the materials in landfills in the United States.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 19, 2023

According to the United Nations , the food sector (from production to consumption, including processing, transport and packaging) accounts for 30 percent of the world's total energy consumption and around 22 percent of total greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Site selection is also key to a new sustainable restaurant.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 25, 2024

This is one of the most significant areas of inefficiency for any food business. A recent study — Food Waste on Food Service — reported that, on a global scale, around $2.6 trillion dollars is lost due to wasted food. When designing your dishes, establish realistic portion control for each meal.

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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.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Integrating IoT devices and connectivity drives efficiency, enhances food safety, mitigates risks, increases transparency, reduces waste, and provides many other benefits for restaurants. The numerous, significant benefits of using IoT in the restaurant industry include: Enhancing food safety. Boosting sustainability efforts.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 29, 2025

egg industry is grappling with a crisis that has sent shockwaves through the food supply chain. The Wall Street Journal reported in early 2025 that inflation in food production reached its highest level in over a year, affecting all aspects of poultry farming. Bakeries and breakfast-focused establishments are particularly vulnerable.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 9, 2022

The restaurant industry loses an astounding $162 billion each year in food waste. All restaurants should proactively work to reduce food waste, which will also help you save money, increase profits, spotlight your commitment to sustainability, and help the environment. Food takes up more space in US landfills than anything else.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 13, 2024

Thanks to these technologies, tasks such as ordering food and paying bills can take place on a self-service basis. In quick-serve restaurants, staff can focus on preparing food rather than taking orders. Back-office digital innovations are also helping restaurants manage costs and make the most of their workforce.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

The company's Beastro was designed to use AI to create personalized dishes, thereby cutting labor costs and cutting food waste. It also self-cleans, helping ensure food safety. Restaurants need to remain profitable, and lowering food quality is not a viable solution. Ofer Zinger, co-founder of Kitchen Robotics, thinks so.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 16, 2024

were registered on food delivery platforms like Grubhub, DoorDash, and Uber Eats. They will create multiple fake accounts in bulk and then sell them to those looking for a discount on food. What factors are fueling food-app fraud? What are some common fraud activities you are seeing that affect restaurants? In 2023, over 1.5

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ChowNow

MARCH 13, 2025

Juggling multiple food delivery apps means switching between tablets, manually entering orders into the POS, and trying to keep track of ever-changing fees and commissions. But what if all your food delivery apps were in one place? These small errors add up, leading to unhappy customers, negative reviews, and wasted food costs.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 6, 2024

It’s no great surprise to say QSR and fast casual restaurants can be considered among the most energy-intensive commercial building types making it increasingly challenging for operators to balance the goals of efficiency, profitability and sustainability. Why is the restaurant industry at a pivotal moment regarding sustainability?

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Ensuring food safety is essential for restaurant brands and others within the food industry. A weak food safety culture can have severe consequences, including product recalls, foodborne illnesses, reputational damage, diminished customer loyalty, and financial losses.

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EATER

APRIL 2, 2025

Media awards nominees, covering books and food journalism, will be revealed on May 7. mo by Jnt, Winter Park, FL Penny, New York, NY The Union, Helena, MT Outstanding Bakery A baker of breads, pastries, or desserts that demonstrates consistent excellence in food, atmosphere, hospitality, and operations.

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