7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Have you ever walked into a restaurant, excited for a great meal, but the server can’t answer your questions about the menu? Without the right training, even the best menu or ambiance can fall short due to poor service, leading to dissatisfied customers and lost revenue. How long should restaurant staff training be?

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Buzztime Business

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Fall is in full swing; do you have the menu to match? Get ready now with these 8 fall menu ideas that will cure any customer’s craving for a taste of autumn. 1) Season’s Eatings: Farm-to-Table Fall Menu Ideas Farmers have a little secret to share…autumn is peak produce time. Sure, strawberries are out of season.

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Sante

DECEMBER 7, 2020

Simple adjustments to your restaurant menu can help increase profits during the pandemic. Your menu plays a bigger role in this than you’d think. As a restaurant owner, how often do you audit your menu to maximize profits? MAKE YOUR MENU WORK FOR CURRENT TIMES. You work tirelessly in order to keep your doors open.

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Apicbase

MAY 21, 2024

Whether launching a new concept or expanding into a different market, menu development is critical for a restaurant’s success. That means balancing brilliant ideas with practicality and taking the time to consider all variables that can impact food costs , menu scalability, and customer first impressions. What is Menu Development?

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Apicbase

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Did you know a poorly managed menu could cost you thousands in wasted food and lost profits each month? Menu management touches all core aspects of running a restaurant. You need to manage everything from costs and inventory to menu design to get this balance right. Poor menu management is a recipe for disaster.

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7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

If you're standing in line waiting to order the special of the night, the seasonal Panzanella Salad, you don't want to hear “86 the special”. At some point when you were dining in a restaurant, you may have heard the BOH staff shout “86” and the name of a menu item to the waiters. How to stop 86ing menu items. What does 86 mean?

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 30, 2024

For consumers, LTOs often bring to mind seasonal offerings that have become synonymous with specific times of the year. Any quick-service restaurant endeavoring to increase consumer engagement and create a dynamic brand needs to consider making LTOs a significant part of their menu development.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 7, 2021

The food service segment is facing countless obstacles on the road to post-COVID recovery, and prioritizing menu innovation is a key component to remaining top of mind with guests as restaurants compete for “share of stomach.” Once you’ve sourced your seasonal ingredients look to incorporate them into your menu.

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The Rail

MARCH 31, 2023

Your drink menu doesn’t need to be dominated by non-alcoholic options, but having many beverages could help you this year. Emphasis on Sustainability and Seasonal Eating Every year, there’s building excitement among people who want to do their part to live a more sustainable life. Add more vegan options to your menu in 2023.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 19, 2024

People have become increasingly aware of climate change and the importance of ethical sourcing. What they cannot produce themselves, they source locally. The result is a unique culinary experience that features unmatched freshness and innovative and educational menus, with a strong emphasis on sustainability. What is hyperlocal?

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Cheetah

FEBRUARY 19, 2022

They use local, seasonal and simple ingredients to keep their healthy menu affordable, nutritious and delicious. And finally, their menu is easily understood with educational nutrition facts at the forefront. By getting regular feedback from their consumers, they change up their menu at will to meet ever-changing demand.

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Ken Burgin

JULY 23, 2023

So I asked it to ‘Give me 10 ways ChatGPT’s new Code Interpreter could analyse and improve menu profitability for a restaurant or cafe? Here’s what came back: ChatGPT’s Code Interpreter can add significant value by analysing and improving menu profitability in the following ways: 1.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 3, 2023

The Future Menu Trends Report 2023 reveals eight global menu trends predicted to impact the restaurant industry in the years to come. Flavor Contrast Ingredients Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine caught up with Brandon Collins, Corporate Executive Chef, Unilever Food Solutions North America to learn more about future menus.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Restaurant operators searching for something versatile that will cross the dayparts need to look no further than their breakfast menu as waffles have been breaking out of the morning. Profitability: Waffles are a low-cost, center-of-the-plate item and one of the most profitable breakfast item menu offerings.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 24, 2024

The rising cost of ingredients and an ongoing commitment to sustainability is the driving force behind the Low-Waste Menu trend which encourages resourcefulness to reduce waste and maximize ingredient usage. Some operators add a seasoning packet to their fries in order to create their own flavors by shaking them in the bag.

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The Rail

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Incorporating cultural diversity into your menu is key to ensuring success in new markets. By embracing local flavors and traditions, you can create a menu that resonates with the community and attracts a wider customer base. This knowledge will help you customize your menu to reflect the tastes of your new audience.

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7 Shifts

JULY 25, 2024

Diversifying your income sources can help offset rising costs and boost your overall profitability. Novice home cooks who want to hone their skills through the step-by-step instructions included with meal kits Meal kits and subscription boxes both offer a steady income stream for restaurants, even during slow seasons.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 13, 2024

These timeless menu items have been meticulously crafted and perfected over the years, holding a special place in the hearts (and stomachs) of many. These are the menu items that customers come back to time and time again, forming lasting connections and becoming ambassadors for brands. In the $387.5

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EATER

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Instead, you’ll see signage about the health benefits of plant-based eating — the “primary drivers of consumer choice are personal benefit,” says Goldman — and the menu board, designed like any one in other fast-food chains. The bottom of the Yang’s Kitchen menu notes to diners, “We are working with Zero Foodprint to restore the planet.”

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EATER

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Lille Allen/Eater That’s what the menu is for I’ve come to lightly dread a server asking “Have you dined with us before?” It’s not a real question, but an overture to a canned speech about every single dish on the menu. This is tedious enough when you’re being told the menu is ordered from smallest to largest.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 26, 2022

Many restaurants are doing this by raising prices, cutting costs, taking items off the menu, and making do with lean crews. it is important to know with whom you are working so you know how close you are to the category experts/source providers. Is aware of where product is sourced / shipped.

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7 Shifts

AUGUST 26, 2024

That’s why you should leverage Google Ads to showcase your restaurant and menu. Make sure you have your restaurant's name, address, hours, and menu details accurately listed. These extensions allow you to add extra details to your ads, such as your restaurant's phone number, address, or even a link to your menu.

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Restaurant Engine

MARCH 29, 2023

Really use your menu item descriptions to drive customer engagement at your restaurant. Most likely, you built your restaurant around your menu. Most likely, you built your restaurant around your menu. As a result, you spent a lot of time thinking about each dish you would add to your menu.

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EATER

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

But for chefs looking to emphasize the latter, it still starts at the source. It’s a tedious but worthwhile process: drying mushrooms, vegetables, and herbs, making pickles and slaw, and preserving garlic blossoms and coriander seeds in airtight jars before these ingredients vanish with the end of the season.

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7 Shifts

JULY 5, 2024

For instance, if your restaurant P&L statement shows that your food costs are 40% of your revenue, which is higher than the industry average of 30%, you can start by analyzing your menu and identifying high-cost, low-profit items. Another example is knowing which menu items are most profitable.

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SpotOn

MAY 13, 2024

As the summer season approaches, bringing with it longer days and warmer weather, restaurants have a golden opportunity to welcome waves of customers looking for memorable dining experiences.  “Many of our venues are seasonal and lean towards daytime vibes—brunch, patios, pools, piers, etc.

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EATER

JULY 21, 2022

It’s a familiar scene: After sitting down at a table, the waiter brings you a sheet of fancy paper with the day’s menu printed in pretty fonts. There are around a dozen dishes, which can be ordered as a tasting menu or a la carte. “We But just as that information once did, the minimalist menu is disappearing.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 17, 2022

One such solution has been shrinking restaurant menus. This past year, 60 percent of restaurants reported reducing their menu size , citing a 23 percent drop in the number of items. A smaller menu might limit ordering options but not the ability for restaurants to wow their guests.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 5, 2024

Designed by Overland Partners and operated by Michaels On East, the eatery's seasonally inspired menu features produce from The Drs. Another lesson would be to look over both your menu and wine list to see where you can incorporate these practices.

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Lavu

APRIL 6, 2020

Feel like your menu is a bit lackluster? Even the most popular menus can seem a bit dull with time. Many restaurants choose to update their menu constantly, and although this can be a successful practice, it must be done with care. So, what type of menu changes can be positive on your ROI? Daily, Weekly, or Monthly Menus.

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Restaurant Clicks

DECEMBER 18, 2021

The best Wawa menu items may be your old favorite or your new go-to order! Most locations have a full deli with touch-screen self-serve menu listing sandwiches, hot sides, and deli meats. Best Wawa Menu Items. The Gobbler is a seasonal menu item that focuses on traditional Thanksgiving and holiday flavors.

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7 Shifts

JULY 20, 2024

Food & beverage sales report A food and beverage sales report breaks down revenue from different menu items, giving you an idea of the best-selling dishes and optimizing your menu accordingly. “You could also use this time to try out a rotating daily menu for consistently new offerings and optimal freshness.”

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7 Shifts

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Add high-quality photos and videos regularly, posting as soon as new dishes are added to your menu. Keep your hours updated as well, especially if you have special holiday hours or seasonal changes. Another great way to partner with local businesses is by featuring their products on your menu or in your restaurant marketing.

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Culinary Cues

DECEMBER 28, 2021

You and your team are able to take raw materials, apply well-designed cooking methods, season using time-tested palates, and plate the finished product with the vision of an artist creating a delicious, aromatic, visually pleasing dish. This is magical. When you stop to think about it, the process of cooking is quite amazing.

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Culinary Cues

JULY 2, 2023

Simple takes focus, understanding, commitment to consistency, passion, and great sources for ingredients that come from those with the same level of commitment. This approach has won the restaurant international praise, four stars from the New York Times, three Michelin Stars, and a James Beard Award.

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The Restaurant Times

DECEMBER 5, 2020

One area of restaurant operations you must regularly check and monitor is your menu. An upgraded menu can bring in opportunities to generate more revenue and cut down costs. Thinking about whether your restaurant menu needs an upgrade? How to Know If Your Restaurant Food Menu Needs an Upgrade. We have got you covered.

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Next Restaurants

APRIL 17, 2024

” This not only creates a fun interaction but also helps gauge interest in potential menu additions. Planning a special-themed menu ? Showcase Your Seasonal Menu Keep your audience engaged by highlighting the seasonal magic! Ingredient spotlight: Showcase the bounty of the season!

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