Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 6, 2023

The worst part is, this type of illness is largely preventable Restaurant owners and operators need to take active steps to prevent foodborne illness from coming out of their kitchens. To do so, they will need to create a complete food safety program to protect the restaurant itself from reputational harm and financial crisis.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

As a result of the Great Chicago Fire that killed 250 people in 1871, President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed an annual week in October as Fire Prevention Week, now the longest-running public health and safety observance on record. The Best Offense Is a Defensive Kitchen. million over a three-year period.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Shaw's “ Who Watches the Kitchen ?” Alongside wild stories detailing how foodborne illnesses can happen, Shaw offers practical solutions to avoid food safety breaches. Read on for an excerpt from "Who Watches the Kitchen?" " Why write this book now? They are a valuable resource. Francine L.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Let us pass on the knowledge and expertise that we have gained in our 100+ years in the insurance business, so you can take a few things off your plate – and gain peace of mind. Additionally, they can train employees on proper cleaning, frequency intervals and safety procedures.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 13, 2021

Kitchen fires can cause an overwhelming amount of damage to a restaurant’s operation. Though most business owners are aware of the basic safety hazards involved with general kitchen appliances, meat smokers contain unique hazards that require close attention.

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EATER

MARCH 11, 2025

Most restaurant and food service workers did not have access to sick leave or any other safety net , and yet were deemed essential. But theres still no federal sick leave policy, and often restaurants still dont provide workers with health insurance or other benefits.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 23, 2021

However, with deep-fat frying comes risk as the oil can easily reach near 400 degrees Fahrenheit and is extremely flammable, causing kitchen fires, scalds and more. Ahead of the holiday, Society Insurance, which provides coverage to the hospitality industry, has put together a list of best safety practices for restaurants with deep fryers: 1.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

But restaurants, now that they are also bringing people back inside, are going to have do the harder work of making it a permanent solution—whether that's a pickup window adjacent to their door or reworking their kitchen in such a way that its food is flowing to the front of house in a more efficient manner.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 24, 2020

Tripadvisor® launched a new suite of “Travel Safe” tools to help consumers find, filter for, and validate health and safety information to feel more confident with their future travel choices across town and around the world. Travel Safe features are available in all 49 markets where Tripadvisor operates.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 12, 2022

But the lingering effects of the pandemic continue to make this a challenging time for our industry as ongoing staffing issues and supply chain disruptions, in many cases, lead to reduced menus and shorter hours of operation. So what can restaurant operators do to add to their bottom line, create cost savings and generate brand awareness?

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Restaurant operators once again find themselves refocusing priorities and altering their plans for 2022. While sales are trending higher, the National Restaurant Association reports three in four operators say recruitment and retention is their toughest challenge. Rely on Technology to Increase Operational Efficiency.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

We are operating in an industry wherein our employees are bouncing company to company with no dedication to the employers as they go. As noted above, there is no one great secret or cure; however, providing better safety training and tools to our new hires is worth the time and the money.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 13, 2020

Unfortunately, most restaurants were not set up to flip into a take-out based operation; surviving was a struggle and for many, an impossibility. Surviving as a business was still a challenge, it came at a significant financial cost, and the potential costs of employee health and safety had to take a back seat to the health of the business.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 7, 2020

This edition of MRM News Bites features the Independent Restaurant Coalition, Tripadvisor, Inspire Brands Foundation, WorkJam, EZ-Chow, US Foods, Potbelly Pantry, Just Salad, Zalat Pizza, Kentucky Fried Chicken, California Pizza Kitchen, Nando’s and Street Factory Media. Ensuring business interruption insurance covers COVID-19.

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EATER

AUGUST 24, 2022

What really stood out to Ruby Luna about Amy’s Kitchen was the message. They said, ‘We are like family here,’ and when they said that, they made me feel like I was going to be part of a family work environment,” says Luna, a former Amy’s Kitchen employee. And that’s something I needed at the time.”.

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EATER

MAY 3, 2021

We do a ton of business out of a 400-square-foot kitchen,” Glassman said. At the same time, he said it’s difficult for him to raise wages more than he already has, since the restaurant will be operating at limited capacity for the foreseeable future. There’s absolutely no safety net, and every day you feel worse and worse.”.

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EATER

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

She kept her second restaurant, Nari, open, turning the six-month-old space in Japantown’s Kabuki Hotel into a takeout operation. We were lucky that we were not a hand-to-mouth kind of an operation — up until we closed, we were still doing 200, 250 covers on a Saturday night. You can’t let people go without health insurance.

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SpotOn

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Now, as a copywriter at SpotOn, he helps restaurant owners and managers learn how to run a more profitable operation. Direct operating expenses.   Handhelds are another way to reduce labor costs in full-service operations. This can also be referred to as operating costs. Prime costs. Contribution margins.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 11, 2020

This edition of MRM News Bites features a double dose from US Foods, SpotOn Transact, DoorDash Kitchens, Virtual Restaurant Consulting, Tripleseat and Gather, wagamama, Toast, The Gluten Intolerance Group, Instawork and StaffMate Online, Procurant and Yellofin, Sift, 7shifts, ParTech, Revel Systems and Como, Kabbage, Bluecrew and Cuboh.

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7 Shifts

JUNE 28, 2021

And regardless of whether these guests are dining in, taking out, or getting delivery, food safety needs to be at the top of mind for your restaurant and your staff. Health inspections are periodic check-ins by local officials to be certain a restaurant is running a safe operation for its guests. Develop a HACCP Plan. Food Storage.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 12, 2023

Prioritize Safety for Everyone The safety of your guests and staff should be your top priority, especially when you can literally see the changes in the air quality right in front of you. To prioritize everyone’s safety, create a plan that outlines the basic protocols for different weather situations and scenarios.

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7 Shifts

APRIL 23, 2021

The operator of Chengdu Taste and Mian, with 13 locations, told the New York Times that they may have to close multiple restaurants due to the lack of staff. The same New York Times story found that 80 to 85 percent of Crafted Hospitality group's kitchen employees have moved out of New York City. You have to stand out, clear and proud.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 25, 2020

This program started on Tuesday, March 17 out of the catering kitchen of Lee's restaurant, 610 Magnolia, and was able to serve over 400 individuals in the restaurant industry who had recently become unemployed. There's also an ever-expanding collection of safety templates promoting sanitary and health-conscious practices. "We

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EATER

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

The restaurant is named Sisko’s Creole Kitchen and exists in New Orleans in the 24th century, on an Earth that has abolished prejudice, money, and hunger. Currently, most restaurants, whether they are high-end or hole-in-the-wall, family-owned or corporate-run, operate in much the same way. In the kitchen, there is a hierarchy.

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EATER

MAY 19, 2021

Restaurant worker advocates like Saru Jayaraman, president of One Fair Wage, an organization fighting to abolish the tipped minimum wage, are hoping the difficulties of the past year will encourage restaurants to make long-term changes to how they operate.

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EATER

JUNE 26, 2020

While the city of Miami has allowed restaurants to operate their dining rooms at half capacity since May 27, this particular spot is remaining closed for dine-in service until its owners can offer their customers a more “on-brand” dining experience — meaning fun and easygoing — rather than a modified, cautious night out.

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EATER

MAY 11, 2021

George Chen, owner of 30,000-square-foot China Live, visits Eater’s Digest Like many restaurant operators, George Chen faced one obstacle after another this year trying to keep his business afloat. We did ghost kitchen. When you say you did ghost kitchens, what does that mean? China Live in San Francisco | Patricia Chang.

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EATER

JULY 28, 2020

Restaurants aren’t being given proper guidance on how to operate safely. The guidelines that do exist tilt in favor of diner safety over worker safety. But if you’re a staffer working in a kitchen, you’re allowed to work closer than six feet next to one another, you just have to wear a mask, you don’t need a sneeze guard.

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Society Insurance

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Take notes on the night’s operations to discuss with the next day’s crew. A restaurant closing checklist isn’t just about knocking items out so you and your team can head home; it impacts your entire operation. Some of the main benefits of a thorough and consistent closing checklist include: Enhanced Restaurant Safety.

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The Rail

JUNE 5, 2023

By Indiana Lee, Contributor Restaurant employee well-being is key to kitchen productivity and front-of-house service. Most cafes and kitchens are high-pressure environments that require chefs and serving staff to work with perfect precision to produce perfect plates in a timely manner.

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The Food Corridor

APRIL 8, 2020

Shared kitchens are the perfect melting pots for collaboration and offer a host of shared benefits to their members. You should already have an Operations Manual in place, which details your security arrangements to protect your tenants’ belongings and ensure their safety. Tips to Keep Your Shared Kitchen Safe and Secure.

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Harbor Touch

FEBRUARY 24, 2020

Here’s what you need to know about operational risks for restaurants and how to manage them. Some of the common risks that restaurants encounter include; Food Safety Concerns. Water spills, leaking kitchen plumbing, messy floors in the dining area, and wet bathroom floors can cause accidents. Get Insured.

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Restaurant365

JULY 24, 2020

Increased demand for food delivery had already boosted the growth of ghost kitchens, and the COVID-19 pandemic has escalated both the popularity and profitability of the model. Ghost kitchens cut the cost of real estate and labor by reducing the restaurant model to accommodate off-premise food sales. What is a ghost kitchen?

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7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

One of the main reasons is to cut losses due to financial challenges, with 52% of restaurant owners saying high operating and food costs are really cutting into their profits. Inspect appliances and equipment for repairs or replacements Take the time to inspect all kitchen equipment and make necessary repairs or replacements.

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Lavu

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

This statistic is based on a survey of restaurant operators conducted in January 2023. One key factor is that during the pandemic, many restaurants had to shut down or operate at reduced capacity, leading to layoffs and job insecurity. The restaurant labor shortage has had significant impacts on restaurant operations.

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Restaurant365

AUGUST 19, 2020

Successful restaurant owners and operators don’t just provide great food. Because of the complicated nature of human resources (HR) and the sprawling regulations surrounding payroll, HR and payroll can be a recurring headache for restaurant owners and operators. The people piece of the puzzle can be challenging for restaurants.

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EATER

MAY 29, 2020

Nick Kokonas is an owner of both operations. As a former trader, as someone who follows markets and who looks at statistics and enjoys that aspect of the hospitality business in order to provide better hospitality to optimize operations and all those things, I very quickly extrapolated it to my own restaurants, to the Alinea group.

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