Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 2, 2023

Behind the scenes, strategic decisions greatly impact a restaurant's bottom line, and at the forefront of these is the art of menu engineering. Far from just a list of dishes, a well-engineered menu is a powerful tool that can significantly increase a restaurant's efficiency and profitability.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 11, 2025

Minimizing Menu Price Increases : Just because diners are still eating out and ordering in, does not mean they are happy about higher menu prices. Restaurant operators should limit significant menu price increases, explore value menus when possible, and avoid implementing any sneaky service charges.

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Restaurant Business

OCTOBER 23, 2024

These systems can understand various accents and dialects, process orders accurately, and even upsell menu items based on customer preferences. One of the most impactful areas is inventory management. AI-powered drive-thru systems are revolutionizing one of the most popular touchpoints for quick-service restaurants (QSRs).

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 17, 2024

When consumers order more food online, it’s clearly good for business – but it can also make it harder for businesses to manage inventory. In 2025, restaurants need to have a plan in place that ensures they are effectively managing inventory and redirecting unused, still edible food to donations.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 19, 2025

A strong POS system can streamline operations, inventory and menu management, assist with staffing shortages and scheduling conflicts, as well as assist with sorting through data and sales patterns to help personalize marketing campaigns in a new location. Tracking inventory can prevent unnecessary and costly food waste.

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7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Customers on average will order more menu items, resulting in a larger bill for the restaurant and a larger tip for the employee. One major area of improvement we noticed when it came to management: menu costing research. For example, BlueCart , an online and mobile ordering/inventory management platform for the hospitality industry.

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The Rail

JANUARY 21, 2025

Optimizing Inventory Management Spoiled or unused inventory is another major contributor to food waste. AI-powered inventory tools can optimize inventory levels by 35% as they monitor stock levels in real time, alerting staff to slow-moving or soon-to-expire ingredients.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 7, 2025

The operational trifecta of inventory management, financial oversight, and labor scheduling represents a major drain on resources for most chain restaurants. Enterprise-wide inventory systems provide real-time visibility across locations, preventing costly stockouts and profit-draining spoilage.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Remember when guests used to walk in, grab a menu, and browse through every page? Think about it like this: just as your POS system predicts your inventory needs based on past sales, today's job seekers expect platforms to understand their skills and interests, then match them with the right opportunities.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 29, 2025

Restaurants, food manufacturers, and consumers are all feeling the strain: Restaurants and Food Manufacturers : Higher egg costs force businesses to adjust menu pricing, seek alternative ingredients, or absorb financial losses. The Economic Impact on Stakeholders The ramifications of rising egg prices extend far beyond farmers.

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ChowNow

MARCH 14, 2025

Every day, youre juggling staff, food quality, inventory, customer service, purchasing, and moreall while trying to cultivate a dining experience that wows your customers enough to keep them coming back. How to solve it: Use data-driven ordering to track inventory closely to forecast demand accurately and avoid overstocking.

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Lavu

MARCH 28, 2025

By accurately tracking ingredient costs and streamlining menu pricing, it helps restaurants minimize waste, maintain profit margins, and make data-driven decisions. Integrated systems also provide real-time insights into inventory levels, ensuring better cost control and operational efficiency.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

If this means deleting menu items, don't be afraid to do it. Maybe the menu item needs a better menu description. If there is a menu item listed as "Roasted Turnips," it may not be a top seller. Before an item gets deleted from a menu, change the menu description or change the item's location.

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7 Shifts

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Once you have that total, subtract all of your costs, such as labor, inventory, rent, utilities, and other operating expenses. Bars that effectively manage their inventory and reduce waste tend to maintain higher margins. To calculate your pour cost, you have to know the total cost of your alcohol inventory.

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Culinary Cues

MARCH 10, 2025

How each area contributes to the whole is a lesson learned in large properties like hotels, resorts, and clubs. [] MENU DIVERSITY A multi-outlet hotel, as an example, will likely have a breakfast restaurant, a family oriented mid-priced restaurant, and a fine-dining operation.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

I offered several suggestions from our allergy-friendly menu and explained the ingredients to them. Instead of panicking, I ran through our available inventory and identified an ingredient I could substitute if I modified the dish. She was still tense, I could tell, so I asked her to share any specific concerns.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 11, 2024

It's not just the merch on the menu that is driving traffic to the brand with a misison to create spaces that blend sports and leisure and offer innovative cocktails, next-level architecture and high-end designer decor with elevated bar bites, retro games, and exclusive event nights. So everything is extremely limited.

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Lavu

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Real-time inventory systems help restaurants cut food waste , save money, and improve operations. Here’s how: Track Stock in Real-Time : Monitor inventory levels instantly to avoid overstocking or understocking. Integrate with POS Systems : Sync with sales data to refine menu choices and track high-waste items.

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Lavu

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Running a restaurant is tough, and poor inventory management can make it even harder. That’s where POS inventory tools step in to help. Menu Optimization : Tracks ingredient costs and profitability, helping you refine your menu for better margins. This not only saves time but also reduces the chance of errors.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 6, 2020

Re-engineer Menus. The restaurant dining experience has changed forever and menu items must also adapt to these times. First, it is important to develop a tighter menu with a focus on customer favorites and high margin items, replacing underperforming dishes with a rotation of new products that can excite and retain customers.

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The Restaurant Group

FEBRUARY 23, 2025

Introduction In the fast-paced world of restaurants, keeping a close eye on your inventory is as vital as the secret sauce in your signature dish. Proper inventory tracking helps reduce waste, control costs, and boost profits. What Is Restaurant Inventory Management? Key Components of Restaurant Inventory Management 1.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 21, 2022

The key is to make the right decisions around inventory and pricing at the right times—and having the right technology can make all the difference. Back-office technology centralizes, automates, and improves operating processes related to purchasing, accounts payable, inventory management, recipe and menu engineering, labor scheduling,?and

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Lavu

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

POS systems do more than just process payments they enable restaurants to personalize menus by analyzing customer data. Learn more in our latest post: How POS Systems Enable Menu Personalization. Real-Time Updates : Adjust menus instantly for accuracy and relevance. Improves Operations : Smarter inventory and menu management.

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SpotOn

JANUARY 15, 2025

According to a Gallup poll, guests only look at your menu for 109 seconds before ordering. Menu engineering uses real data to show you which items are the most profitable and should be your main focus. See how your menu items are performing with our free menu engineering worksheet. What is menu engineering?

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

In order to reduce cost, waste, and optimize inventory, the process begins with planning and forecasting. That includes being able to analyze data on top-performing menu items down to the ingredient level, supplier performance, prime cost, and peak demand times by ordering channel. Planning and Forecasting. Creating a Singular Journey.

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7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

They play a big role in overseeing your inventory and attending to customer complaints. They also bring creative ideas to the table, such as improving the drink menu and coming up with new events and promotions to drive sales. In this article: How do you handle inventory management to keep the bar always adequately stocked?

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Lavu

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

Integrating mobile inventory systems with POS platforms simplifies restaurant operations by automating inventory updates, reducing errors, and providing real-time insights. Here’s what you need to know: Benefits : Real-time stock updates, improved accuracy, and smarter inventory planning.

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Goliath Consulting

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Secure Deliveries and Inventory The holiday rush often means more frequent deliveries. Maintain an updated inventory system to quickly identify discrepancies or shortages. For special events, consider hiring temporary staff trained in crowd management. Verify schedules and restrict access to authorized personnel only.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

Whether that be via restaurant operations, menu improvements, or services, there are quite a few criteria that restaurant owners constantly juggle to create the perfect balance. From there, you will be able to compare the quantity of waste in comparison to the size of the original inventory order. Conduct a Competitive Analysis.

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Restaurant Business

APRIL 9, 2025

They rely on technology to help with day-to-day tasks like managing revenue and inventory, and to fill in labor shortage gaps. The state of the industry report found that 30% of restaurants planned to devote resources to kiosks, which can assist with inventory, employee trainings, menu control, and so much more.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

Elevate your inventory management. You can’t properly manage your spending if you don’t have a good handle on your inventory. Proper inventory management is essential to knowing what’s coming in, what’s going out, and what you need to order. Adjust your menu. Streamline your menu to save money.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 15, 2021

Menus were trimmed to a fraction of original size. Inventory stock changed significantly. About 88 percent say they will consider moving from paper to digital menus this year, according to Square’s Future of Restaurant 2021 Report. In the best of circumstances, they should be linked to inventory and automated kitchens.

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Lavu

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Here’s what you can achieve with these tools: Track Performance : Identify which menu items are popular and profitable. Streamline Operations : Reduce inventory waste by up to 75% and prevent overstocking. Managers usually need to wait until the end of a shift – or even longer – to review menu performance.

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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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7 Shifts

AUGUST 7, 2024

But there's more to it than adding up your inventory bill and comparing it to your sales. Why it matters Restaurant Food Cost Percentages Calculate Food Cost Percentage Food costs vs Prime costs Menu Changes and Seasonality Strategies to Reduce Your Food Costs Food Cost Management Tools FAQ What is food cost? divided by 0.30 = $9.16

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7 Shifts

JUNE 4, 2021

Inventory turnover ratio. 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. Ending inventory , or what you have leftover.

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ChowNow

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

They help with reservations and table management, staff scheduling and time management, inventory tracking, rewards programs, automated marketing, and more. Inventory and supply chain apps. Its difficult to build a solid foundation of repeat customers if the kitchen is constantly 86ing popular menu items.

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