Culinary Cues

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

In a field where mediocrity reins strong it is quite easy to stand out as better – but is this where you want to be? The first characteristic of those who want to be great and those who are great is that they want to be there, and they will do what it takes to arrive at that outcome. If you are in it, then be in it to win.

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Website Management Reservations Seating Take-out 384

7 Shifts

JANUARY 31, 2024

A better description might be a balancing act that presents new and unique challenges every day. The best restaurant managers take customer service a step further, recognizing regulars and personalizing service for a more memorable guest experience. Managing a restaurant is a delicate routine—if we can even call it a routine.

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Culinary Cues

JUNE 16, 2023

The thought of being in debt for decades didn’t sit right, even though his dream was to learn in a formal way and take the time to go through the process step – by -step. It was great, but my back didn’t agree, and I eventually had to step out of that role. Take care of it and keep it sharp.

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Culinary Cues

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

This is a topic I have presented numerous times and it seems as though whenever I travel it rises to the top of my thinking. Unfortunately, dining out and finding the right place to work is oftentimes a wishful roll of the dice. Find out everything you can about your guests and potential guests. I wonder why this is the case.

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Culinary Cues

FEBRUARY 3, 2020

The labor pool is a true challenge, the pressure to earn a profit is relentless, the fickle nature of guests can be frustrating, the shear number of daily decisions required of the job is mind-numbing, and the need to put yourself out there with each plate of food that leaves the kitchen can be – frightening. Take it for what it’s worth.

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Seating Uniforms Take-out Communication 572

7 Shifts

MARCH 10, 2021

The fact that 60% of restaurants fail in their first year and 80% close within five years of their grand opening is an indication that few have what it takes for long-term success. If you want to open a restaurant , or if you're going to take a fresh look at where you are in your journey as a restaurateur, you must develop a business plan.

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Management Management Small Business Email Marketing 370

Open for Business

AUGUST 21, 2024

For restaurants, this trend presents a valuable business opportunity. We’ve rounded up the top solo dining trends to take note of, plus tips for capitalizing on the opportunity. Responding to reviews and polishing your profile can help your restaurant stand out from the crowd and give solo diners the confidence to book.

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Culinary Cues

JULY 12, 2020

Sure, the restaurant has been offering take-out options for the past six weeks, but it’s not the same experience for the cook. They are pointed to their table and reminded to wear their mask until fully seated, told that the menu is on line (no more physical menus here), and that the server will take their order shortly.

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Culinary Cues

OCTOBER 4, 2022

What is most distressing is that once you are accepted into the silo it is nearly impossible to change a person’s position on any topic even when indisputable facts are presented. “My You voted for that candidate, get out of my life. Soon we will need to fill out a profile of beliefs before going on that first date. Tom Brokaw.

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Culinary Cues

OCTOBER 19, 2020

But we don’t often take the time to stop and pay attention to the intellect of the cook and the broader skills that few careers can boast. Unfortunately, it is rare to hear of anyone pointing out these essential abilities or the need for them if one is to be effective in the job. www.mindtools.com. [] HISTORY AND ANTHROPOLOGIE.

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7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

The app also lets employees take their scheduling changes into their own hands by making approved shift swaps and securely communicating with each other. Manager Log Book Synced with 7shifts employee management software, the Manager Log Book is the perfect place to take shift notes on the go and centralize them in one place.

Management 367

Management Management Operations Mobile Ordering 367

7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

The app also lets employees take their scheduling changes into their own hands by making approved shift swaps and securely communicating with each other. Manager Log Book Synced with 7shifts employee management software, the Manager Log Book is the perfect place to take shift notes on the go and centralize them in one place.

Management 352

Management Management Operations Mobile Ordering 352

7 Shifts

AUGUST 18, 2021

Try to be as prompt as possible when it comes to seating, and provide your guests with accurate estimated seating times. Take orders with care. When you're taking your customers' orders, make sure you're doing so with attention and care. Find out and do something to help them celebrate! But, it doesn't need to be.

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Customer Service Customer Experience Online Ordering Loyalty Program 369

7 Shifts

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Whether they’re checking out your Google reviews, scrolling through Instagram, or browsing your site, high-quality restaurant food photography is essential to how diners experience your business online. Great images can also make your social feeds online listings, and marketing stand out among the crowd. increase in sales.

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Culinary Cues

OCTOBER 7, 2020

Aside from the innate artistic talent for detailed presentations – the pastry chef is far more adept at applying the exactness of chemistry to food, and far more intent on the details and patience required to present incredible works on a plate. They define the food experiences that we have and create benchmarks for others to follow.

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Hotels Events Presentation Retail 436

7 Shifts

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Nowadays, running a successful restaurant takes more than great food and good service. If your website isn’t optimized for mobile, you could be losing out on potential customers. You can also reach out to other local businesses or organizations to provide further context to search engines about your restaurant’s location.

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Culinary Cues

DECEMBER 26, 2020

So, as we close out on 2020 – here are some reflections and outcomes in the past that we might learn from. [] A DRAMATIC EVENT, BEYOND OUR CONTROL HAS SHUT THE DOOR ON RESTAURANT BUSINESS. Our purpose, and our passion have been devastated over the past 9-months and we know that it will still take time before things truly begin to improve.

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7 Shifts

DECEMBER 18, 2019

With dinner prep taking place in most restaurants from noon on, you’re open anyway—and the more diners you can attract to buy lunch, the more profitable you become. 33% of Canadians eat out for lunch most-often, not far behind the dinner crowd at 49%. With proper plating and presentation, just about any meal can be Instagrammable!

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Specials Food Truck Seasonal Menu Social Media 362

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 13, 2020

"It's a challenging time for restaurants — large and small — and we believe that there are some practical steps restaurants can take to address the social distancing concerns you and many are voicing today," said Susie Fogelson, Founder/ CEO, F&Co. "First Utmost care and attention is required today."

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Front of House Back of House Restaurant Law Food Safety 199

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

So I spent over a decade figuring out how to build something different–a company based on collaboration and group success– which felt authentic to who I am. I believe there are a lot of people out there for whom the traditional model isn’t working, and if so, my book gives them a guide to do it differently.

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7 Shifts

JUNE 16, 2022

In turn, franchisors can take these action items to corporate to advocate for change or assistance. How long franchisees will have a seat on the board. 11:30 am: Debrief and present findings. Some criteria to base the selection of which franchisees earn a seat on the council include: Years of experience with the franchise.

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Franchise Franchising Communication Front of House 370

7 Shifts

APRIL 7, 2021

During the orientation process, experienced workers or trainers will present key knowledge about your business, practices, and other relevant information about your staff's basic performance. Take this opportunity to prioritize the uniqueness of each position and how they benefit the restaurant as a whole.

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Training Food Safety Customer Experience Insurance 370

Culinary Cues

MAY 15, 2021

If the stakeholders in this important industry do not take the opportunity to learn from the lessons encountered, then a return to those exciting decades of growth and media glory will be difficult to envision. In recent years landlords have leveraged their lease power to eventually drive restaurants out of business.

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Customer Experience Cash Management Customer Service Front of House 397

Social Hospitality

JUNE 22, 2020

The restaurant and food industry is one of the many to take advantage of the marketing opportunities Instagram offers. To start out with any kind of social media for business, planning is key. Take into account the day of the week, and match to the tone of your post. billion, which, in 2019, included $20 billion in ad revenue.

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Marketing Social Media Advertising Influencer 440

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Walnut wood flooring is carved out to allow Italian tile to be laced in for unexpected yet functional moments. What was the process of working on the project and how long did it take? Additionally, the previous restaurant at this location had severely outdated infrastructure, presenting another challenge for our team.

Design 167

Design Presentation Customer Experience Dine-in 167

7 Shifts

JUNE 16, 2024

Select the best marketing channels for your business: Find out where your target audience spends most of their time (on Facebook, Twitter, TikTok, YouTube, or Instagram?) Some uses for a poster include promoting a new item on your menu, hosting an event, or offering a "buy one, take one" promotion. a boycott).

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Marketing 2024 Email Marketing Social Media 195

Margin Edge

OCTOBER 3, 2023

A top-level dashboard that shows comparisons to a prior period can include: Number of dining transactions Average daily sales Average check size Revenue per diner Revenue per available seating hour Prime cost ratio Positive trending is highlighted in green while negative trending turns red, making it easy to see where everything is headed.

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Cash Management Loyalty Program Seating Small Business 105

Culinary Cues

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

Unlike other line positions where there is a time allowance for preparation, pacing of courses, and the detail work that equates to a meticulously aligned plate presentation – the breakfast cook must be efficient and fast. call from the restaurant stating that the breakfast cook called out or didn’t show. and start all over again.

Back of House 519

Back of House Dine-in Restaurant Law Ordering 519

7 Shifts

JANUARY 31, 2024

A better description might be a balancing act that presents new and unique challenges every day. The best restaurant managers take customer service a step further, recognizing regulars and personalizing service for a more memorable guest experience. Managing a restaurant is a delicate routine—if we can even call it a routine.

Management 195

Management Management Kitchen Safety Front of House 195

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 24, 2023

The client was an integral part of the design process from the very early stages until the final close out. We also prepared a formal Schematic Design presentation for approval. This presentation included final floor plans, 3D-sketched renderings, furniture selections and finishes found in the space.

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Design Fine Dining Front of House Seasonal Menu 167

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 31, 2021

Smart business owners who find inexpensive, creative ways to anticipate and fulfill customers’ needs will stand out through COVID-19 and beyond. If possible, restaurants should consider expanding into casual and comfortable outdoor seating arrangements that can feature a more pre-pandemic feel. Safety and Normalcy.

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Customer Service Customer Experience Online Ordering Hospitality 189

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

In a typical month, we used to help restaurants seat over four million diners. Instead of panicking about the unexpected roadblock, he calmly embraced having to take a detour because he knew his final destination hadn’t changed. They knew Yelp could do more than just help them seat diners.

Front of House 195

Front of House 2009 Reservations Website Management 195

7 Shifts

OCTOBER 15, 2020

Organizations supporting & advocating for restaurants Thankfully, many organizations have come out in full force to support the struggling restaurant industry. Fortunately, though limited indoor seating is possible now and luckily for us, we have a pretty sizable floor, so we can comfortably distance customers.

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2020 Restaurant Law Fine Dining Outdoor 285

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 20, 2022

Japan is another nation that embraced restaurant automation early and still does through its conveyor belt sushi lines that deliver small plates of food around to seated customers. Present Staffing Issues at Restaurants. The machine presents a comprehensive menu with the ability to partially customize what customers order.

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Mobile Ordering Food Order Employee Relations Customer Service 215

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 7, 2021

During shut-downs, many restaurants were forced to move operations to carry-out and delivery only, but as the world begins to reopen, restaurants will need to figure out how to rebuild customer confidence around indoor dining operations. Although not as great, the risk of surface transmissions is still present. Service counter.

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Kitchen Safety Customer Service Customer Experience Dine-in 212

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 10, 2021

Meal Coursing – A feature that ensures that all the orders on a guest ticket come out simultaneously. A good KDS will account for those differences, staggering their start times, so that orders go out fresh and together. ? Unfortunately, you run out of an ingredient at the wrong time, which puts everything behind.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 21, 2020

However, it’s equally important to also take a long-term strategic approach to the Coronavirus. With reduced seating mandate, excellent take-out options can make all the difference to the continued success of the restaurant. As restaurants begin reopening, there are pressing and immediate concerns.

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Kitchen Safety Food Safety Front of House Technology 186