Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Improved traceability means better inventory management, as restaurants have clearer insights into what’s coming in and going out of the kitchen. Resources and training materials are available to make this process easier and ensure everyone is aligned. Beyond safety, there are additional benefits.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 11, 2025

Furthermore, digital tools for inventory and labor management became crucial for navigating supply chain disruptions and staffing challenges. Once onboarded, Immersive training videos show new hires the precise expectations of a day-on-the-job rather than long form manuals.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Without greater cybersecurity education and deepfake awareness training , it will be increasingly difficult for on-the-ground employees to tell fraud from fact—and they’ll need to.

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Culinary Cues

MARCH 10, 2025

Human Resource departments will ensure that every employee works within the parameters of expectations and scheduled reviews. [] LIKLINESS OF FORMAL TRAINING Finally, the most important factor in deciding where a cook wants to work should be the investment a property is willing to make in formal training.

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7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

However, productivity is more easily trained than managed. In a survey by Toast , 46% of restaurateurs listed hiring, training, and retaining staff as their biggest challenge. Solution: Training from hands-on management The results and repercussions of a disconnected restaurant staff are glaringly apparent.

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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. Front-of-house teams need clear expectations, strong training, and a service mindset that ensures guests feel valued.

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Goliath Consulting

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Train employees to identify phishing attempts and maintain PCI compliance to safeguard customer data and ensure secure payment processing. Train bartenders to recognize signs of overconsumption and enforce policies for refusing service to intoxicated patrons. Ensure unblocked pathways to exits and comply with fire safety codes.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 11, 2025

Whether it’s speeding up order times, improving inventory management, or boosting loyalty programs, every tool should serve a purpose. We’ve placed greater emphasis on simplifying back-of-house operations, training teams for efficiency, and strengthening franchisee relationships to navigate industry shifts together.

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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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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. Reduce Spoilage : Get alerts for expiring items and use the FIFO method to manage perishable goods.

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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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The Rail

MARCH 31, 2025

Standardized Training Programs: Newbies get uniform training with digital training tools across multiple locations. This approach not only makes it easier to train new staff on familiar machinery but also simplifies maintenance and reduces downtime. Inventory management software: Tracks stock in real-time.

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7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

They play a big role in overseeing your inventory and attending to customer complaints. In this article: How do you handle inventory management to keep the bar always adequately stocked? What techniques would you use to prevent over-pouring and inventory shrinkage? How would you improve or refine our current drink menu?

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

Establish Training Programs in Detail. Your employee’s training directly impacts the quality of their services, as well as your customer’s experience. For this reason, it is crucial to take the time as a restaurant manager or owner to build and implement comprehensive training programs.

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Goliath Consulting

JULY 8, 2020

When the dust clears and a proper inventory of each order is finally manageable, the frustration of back ordered product sets in. With modified inventory procedures, increased communication and planning, and appropriate training, bar managers can rein in the uncertainty and provide their guests and staff with a consistent product.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 2, 2022

These tech systems let operators view sales patterns, track inventory, and determine areas of wastage to make smarter, more profitable and sustainable choices. No one on your team enjoys doing tedious administrative tasks, like line checks or inventory, but they’re a necessary part of the job, even when you’re short-staffed.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 9, 2022

Upgrade inventory and ordering systems with the latest technology. Proper inventory management is essential to decreasing food waste and saving related expenses. Train your staff. Educate your employees why it’s essential to reduce food waste and train them on how to accomplish this. Stop overprepping.

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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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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Money and Inventory Management The profitability of a restaurant depends on the careful management of cash flow. Inventory management is another key issue that can creep up if owners are not aware of what product they have and how much is currently available.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 12, 2023

Merchants use the collected data to manage sales, generate labor reports, track inventory and even keep an eye on customer reviews. By evaluating recipes, portion sizes and inventory levels, for instance, opportunities to cut back expenses are illuminated. The answer lies in restaurant analytics.

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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. Research shows that using POS systems can reduce stockouts by 15% and cut excess inventory by 10% , directly improving profitability.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Not much can be done about errors caused by customers, and training servers to listen attentively and cooks to set timers and stay focused can address internal errors. Keeping a better eye on the inventory and using the most ripe perishables first is the first step in minimizing food waste. Make dulce de leche as a dessert special.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 1, 2022

GMs have a lot of different responsibilities, including managing store operations, inventory, handling guest experience and managing budget. While in other industries it’s common to have a dedicated HR or recruiting team, in the restaurant business, general managers typically handle hiring and training as well, on their own.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 4, 2020

Strong, visionary leadership and urgency in everything we do, from sales to product management to inventory control. We also continually invest in our associates with team building, support, new benefits, and trainings that equip them to better serve our customers. million in new inventory from them. Patricia Bible.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

The people who had stayed in foodservice were faced with understaffed shifts, training new employees, impatient customers, new safety protocols and supply chain problems, and the new employees are overwhelmed and confused. Make Training Accessible and Encouraged. Both groups are experiencing burnout and turnover is climbing.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 13, 2022

Provide Customer Service Training. There is a direct correlation between customer service level and staff training. The better trained your staff is, the more likely they will be highly motivated and efficient at their jobs. That boils down to employing well-trained and motivated staff who know what, what and how to do it.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Meanwhile, restaurants must effectively manage inventory, staff, and customer data. As a result, many establishments struggle with slow service times, inefficient inventory management, and inadequate customer engagement — all of which can lead to decreased satisfaction and lost business.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 7, 2021

As far as food waste is concerned, manual inventory monitoring is usually one of the main culprits. Inventory shortage limits the restaurant’s earning potential, and excess stocks or inventory are wasted. Everyone should follow the proper procedure every day, not just during training sessions. Overall Operations.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Make Inventory a Best Practice, Not an Afterthought. It’s one thing to know you should be doing daily inventory on your top 10 items and a full weekly inventory, and it’s another thing entirely to actually do it. Better inventory ensures each location can order more accurately for their needs.

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Goliath Consulting

SEPTEMBER 27, 2020

But there’s much more that tech has to offer, especially when it comes to AI being integrated into guest order systems, training, and restaurant operations. Consistent Training and Optimal Scheduling. When it comes to running a successful business, operators understand how training plays a crucial role. Up to Date Inventory.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

However, trained chefs don’t need to worry about losing their jobs to a restaurant AI yet, but we cannot dismiss this scenario entirely either. Inventory Management: Integrating inventory with your point of sale (POS) systems is an essential AI capability that every restaurant needs. Role of AI in Back of House.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

AI has the potential to revolutionize hiring processes, employee training, and even workforce scheduling, leading to more efficient operations and improved guest services. This level of customization not only enhances guest satisfaction but also drives customer loyalty, which is crucial in our competitive market.

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The Rail

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

By integrating it with your other systems, you are able to grow your restaurant and manage your inventory, employees, and sales data with ease. By preparing for the set-up, training, and deployment where possible, you can carry out the switchover at a time that won’t affect service quality.

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The Rail

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Cloud-Based Inventory Management Inventory is one of a restaurant's most crucial assets , and ensuring a smooth transfer from one location to another can be daunting. Cloud-based inventory management systems help streamline this process by allowing restaurant owners to track and update their inventory in real time.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 18, 2024

Inventory, Shipping & Receiving Keeping a close eye on inventory and ensuring efficient shipping and receiving processes can significantly reduce stress, theft and frustration within the restaurant staff. Train, Teach, Mentor A great restaurant manager is also a great teacher and mentor.

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Open for Business

OCTOBER 15, 2024

That’s why having a solid restaurant management training program is so important for owners and operators looking to build a successful team. A well-structured management training program equips new leaders with essential skills while promoting ongoing development. Show how to make smart choices when resources are tight.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 19, 2022

Train Staff on the Importance of Restaurant Inventory Control. Training staff on inventory control provides value to your entire organization. Accurately forecasting reduces waste and maximizes efficiencies by getting away from the par level inventory idea that you need to always be “prepared for busy.”

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