Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

With this in mind, what can restaurant operators expect from payments in 2025? Key advancements in smart mobility payments during 2025 will include integrating payment functionality directly into travel cards and mobile wallets, mobile in-app payments, and fully automated options like license plate recognition for tolls or parking.

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7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

Tack on obtaining permits and licenses, and you could be in for a pretty big check. According to Investopedia , a restaurant will generally look to sell for about 25 to 40% of its annual operating income. Licenses and Permits The restaurant business is full of different types of licenses and permits that allow them to do business.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 2, 2024

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry experts for their views on what trends and challenges owners and operators can expect to see in 2024. The artistry of chefs and the creativity of restaurateurs will continue to be at the forefront, while these tools become operational enhancers.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 9, 2023

Draft a Business Plan Business plans are documents that contain all the necessary information surrounding your restaurant and how it will operate. The business plan will become your go-to document when you run into operational problems and will guide you through turbulent times.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

For restaurant owners, there are a number of issues in their workplace keeping them up at night and hindering them from successfully managing and operating their restaurant efficiently. Restaurants must also adhere to a variety of local, state, and federal regulations, including licensing, building codes, and health and safety laws.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 16, 2023

Restaurants can easily stream licensed music while supporting artists through legal B2B music streaming platforms. Many restaurant owners are not aware that works of music are subject to copyright protection and that they can be fined for copyright infringement if they play music in their establishment without a commercial license.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Licensing and Permits. Before you can open your restaurant, you need to have the right licensing and permit. You cannot get any licenses or permits without your EIN. Then, you need to get your business license, which you get from the local city or county. First, you need to get your employee identification number (EIN).

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7 Shifts

AUGUST 18, 2024

Setting up an LLC requires filing paperwork with your state government and drafting an operating agreement that outlines the LLC's rules and regulations. Expect to pay anywhere from $100 to $1,200 Liquor license : The cost of a liquor license also varies vary by state and type of license.

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7 Shifts

MARCH 11, 2020

Licensing and permits The licensing and permits your restaurant will need will vary depending on where you are. Ask an experienced colleague or lawyer which licenses and permits you’ll need to open a restaurant in your area. Utilities Budget 5% of your operating budget for utilities. While you can D.I.Y.

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Restaurant Business

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

SouthRock Capital, a major food and beverage operator in the country, had its master franchise agreement with Subway terminated after less than a year and lost its license to operate Starbucks.

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7 Shifts

JULY 16, 2021

Obtain Permits and Licenses. This research will dictate your hours of operation and pricing plans! So, make the most of this step– gathering this information will help you plan, operate, and run a successful coffee shop. Once you've validated your idea, you can dive into the nitty-gritty: Obtain Permits and Licenses.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 21, 2024

What do today’s restaurant operators need to manage the challenging sales environment? For restaurants with liquor licenses, catering to millennials is key. Specifically, a coffee break. More specifically, a specialty beverage break. They ranked alcoholic beverages higher than the average respondent.

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The Rail

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Each option has pros and cons, so weighing which method aligns with your restaurant’s operational strategy and budget constraints is vital. Maintenance and Repair Costs for Delivery Vehicles Understanding when to repair or replace vehicles is essential for maintaining smooth operations.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 11, 2020

Only licensed electricians, repairmen and other contractors are hired. Locating and operating breaker switches. Identifying and operating the correct fire extinguishers. Test the grounding periodically. Equipment testing. Routine inspection and testing of all electronic equipment. Restaurant fire safety. Faulty equipment.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 15, 2020

With COVID-19 slowing foot traffic, and the possibility for more in-person dining restrictions on the horizon, restaurant operators are increasingly investing in AI-enabled technology to redefine the restaurant experience. This way, operators can create highly personalized, almost predictive, guest experiences. Full-Speed Ahead: 2021.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

Owning and operating a restaurant is difficult under the best circumstances. So, what do we consider owning and operating a restaurant impacted by COVID-19? It is unlikely large footprint indoor dining establishments will be able to re-open for regular operations by the end of 2021. Challenging, but not impossible.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 23, 2024

In addition to more wide-ranging compliance requirements like general health & safety guidelines and local labor laws, there are food and beverage-specific safety regulations , requirements for specialty licenses (such as those to serve alcohol), and unique stipulations on labor compliance, many related to the employment of minors.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 17, 2024

In the fast-paced world of fast food, integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been a topic of heated discussion, especially with giant brands adopting (…or, ahem, dropping) this new technology to enhance customer experience and operational efficiency.

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7 Shifts

AUGUST 18, 2024

The upcoming section details these costs across two categories: restaurant startup costs and operating costs. Fixed costs include rent, mortgage, salaries, loan payments, license fees, and insurance premiums. When reading this section keep the following in mind: Certain costs may not apply to you.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 27, 2020

Although delivery drivers are being asked to take additional precautions to protect themselves and others, restaurant operators may not be aware that they may be liable for bodily injury or property damage arising from motor vehicle accidents while delivery drivers are operating personal vehicles for business use.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 23, 2021

Failure to follow the appropriate laws and regulations for your business could result in fines, jail, license revocation and/or bad publicity. Security and floor staff see what is happening throughout the operation. They are the eyes and ears of the operation and get the best view of what might be bubbling up throughout the night.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 16, 2024

The operator was relatively young and had no clear line of succession. That’s a mistake since operational instability and risk to the unit can occur under multiple scenarios including, divorce, partnership splits, childcare or elder care, drug use, health issues, or even imprisonment.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 30, 2022

Across every business, it has become imperative to incorporate technology into operations. During the transition to online operating models, there are several challenges that companies could face. Here’s how food delivery software can help. Easier Order Management. Digitizing and Automating Order Allocation.

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EATER

DECEMBER 17, 2024

The day we got the wedding license, we met another friend for dinner and he let us know that he had officiated a friends wedding, so we asked if hed oversee ours. Hannah Mandel, the owner-operator of Forsythia Forsythia in Athens, New York, similarly used her wedding cake to reflect her and her new husbands origins.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 30, 2020

COVID-19 has forced restaurant owners and operators to turn their operational strategies on a dime. For operators that don’t already have an existing space designated for outdoor dining, this is a challenge. Most cities have a form on their website for operators to submit a request for an outdoor dining permit.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 22, 2020

Benchmark Wine Group , which normally has an 80-percent business-to-consumer market, flipped its business model to offer considerable discounts on its rare and well-aged wines to restaurants still in operation. It also may serve as a way to distinguish their operation from others. Now we are expanding our focus.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Moreover, serving alcohol to minors, even inadvertently, can result in severe penalties, including hefty fines and the loss of your liquor license. Understanding the unique risks faced by restaurants, particularly regarding liquor liability, is crucial for restaurant owners and operators.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 9, 2023

Failure to follow the appropriate laws and regulations for your business could result in fines, jail, license revocation and/or bad publicity. Security and floor staff see what is happening throughout the operation. They are the eyes and ears of the operation and get the best view of what might be bubbling up throughout the night.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 27, 2020

." Under the banner of its longstanding “We Help You Make It” promise to foodservice operators, US Foods Holding Corp. “Through weekly webinars and regularly updated tools and resources, we are helping operators support their employees and adapt their businesses so they can survive and in some cases, even thrive.”

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 27, 2020

." Under the banner of its longstanding “We Help You Make It” promise to foodservice operators, US Foods Holding Corp. “Through weekly webinars and regularly updated tools and resources, we are helping operators support their employees and adapt their businesses so they can survive and in some cases, even thrive.”

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

You should also consider business operations that include deliveries or valet parking and which insurance coverage you would need for those. Food truck owners often operate in several different places. Food cart owners often operate their businesses in several different locations throughout the work week. Product Liability.

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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. Supplies.

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Perfect Daily Grind

FEBRUARY 5, 2023

In many coffee-producing countries around the world, there are a number of ways in which farms are operated and managed. Two of the most widespread coffee farming models are estates and co-operatives. Co-operatives vs estate farms: What are the main differences? Read on for more of their insight. Are more farmers leaving co-ops?

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 30, 2021

Utah is now the second state (after California) to adopt legislation permitting microenterprise home kitchen operations. The law allows home cooks to prepare meals from their homes and sell to consumers without being a licensed kitchen.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 24, 2020

city to pass a Beverage Tax in 2016, local operators have overcome the challenges of other taxes that have in many cases had greater impact. There is little doubt that revenue officials in some cities will seek to tax or charge license fees for that outdoor space. And while Philadelphia became the first big U.S.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 29, 2024

In addition to advising beverage retailers, suppliers and wholesalers in the hospitality industry, the firm represents public multi-state operators, state-licensed dispensaries, cultivators, infusers, distributors, new social equity entrants, ancillary businesses, and those looking to enter the cannabis space.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Failure to follow the appropriate laws and regulations for your business could result in fines, jail, license revocation and/or bad publicity. Security and floor staff see what is happening throughout the operation. They are the eyes and ears of the operation and get the best view of what might be bubbling up throughout the night.

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