Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

In this edition of MRM Research Roundup, we feature pizza predictions, Valentine's Day menu trends and lots about loyalty. Valentine's Menu Trends Restaurant guests heavily favor tasting menus this Valentine’s season, according to Lightspeed. percent dip in overall gratuities.

2024 493

2024 Loyalty Program Food Order 2030 493

7 Shifts

AUGUST 19, 2020

As you ramp up hiring again, there’ll be a huge influx of applications, so it’s essential you get your post-COVID recruitment right. The more staff you have to replace, the more money you have to spend on recruitment, and the more time you have to spend interviewing and training. Even your most seasoned staff can forget things.

Training 370

Training Kitchen Safety Customer Service Food Safety 370

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

The National Restaurant Association released its 2020 State of the Restaurant Industry Report which examines key factors impacting the restaurant industry including the current state of the economy, operations, workforce, and food and menu trends across segments from quickservice to fine dining. Developing healthier offerings.

2020 482

2020 Influencer Point of Sale Food Safety 482

7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

A resume for a cook or chef job should include familiarity with and specific experience in the following areas, if applicable: Food prep of specific menu items. Cooking specific menu items. Menu item creation and menu building. 6 seconds is all you have, on average , to impress the recruiter. Recipe card creation.

Front of House 370

Front of House Back of House Kitchen Safety Food Safety 370

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 3, 2023

A Return to Normal The National Restaurant Association released its 2023 State of the Restaurant Industry report, which examines key factors impacting the industry including the current state of the economy, operations, workforce, and food and menu trends to forecast sales and market trends for the year ahead. million by the end of 2023.

2023 510

2023 2022 Consumer Goods Point of Sale 510

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

The concept is centered around a 900-degree coal fired oven, and its streamlined menu offers “well-done” pizza, coal fired chicken wings, homemade meatballs, and a variety of handcrafted sandwiches and salads. “Anthony’s represents a fantastic addition to the BurgerFi family. .” across Asia.

Franchising 451

Franchising Franchise Leadership Beverage 451

7 Shifts

MAY 31, 2021

By relying on historical sales data, you can get a better grasp on how many of which menu items might be sold in a given day, month, holiday, or season. Recruiting, hiring, onboarding, scheduling, engaging, paying, and losing employees all surface up into restaurant HR management. Operations Management.

Operations 363

Operations Inventory Hiring Customer Service 363

7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 19, 2019

A high turnover means you now have to recruit, select, and train new candidates, which takes time and costs money. Engineer Your Menu for Profits Menu engineering refers to the actions you take to create a more profitable menu. Use this technique on your menu by offering recommendations next to a menu item.

Management 284

Management Management 2019 Employee Relations 284

EATER

OCTOBER 22, 2021

Helmed by both Finger Lakes natives and skilled transplants, Kindred Fare focuses on local produce, meats, and dairy in an inventive, ever-changing menu. A Monday-only $40 chef’s choice prix fixe includes some of the freshest seasonal dishes in town for an unbeatable price.

Vineyard 286

Vineyard Seasonal Menu Back of House Fine Dining 286

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 16, 2020

Better value for customers who won’t pay fees or higher menu prices associated with delivery. Digital signage keeps restaurant menus from going stale – Whether it’s by season, or time of day, menu options are constantly expanding and changing. Loyal and happy mobile-first customers.

Mobile Ordering 307

Mobile Ordering Online Ordering Point of Sale POS 307

7 Shifts

JANUARY 31, 2024

One other way you may need to manage inventory is with menu planning. Some restaurant managers work directly with the chef to plan menu item selection or daily specials. If this applies to you, you'll want to make sure that menu items are enticing, well-portioned, and profitable.

Management 397

Management Management Kitchen Safety Front of House 397

7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 3, 2019

Imagine if you can retain happy employees more often, rather than having to train new recruits every so often. Plus, happy employees are more productive, reducing wait times for guests, and more likely to make recommendations or upsell menu items. Other restaurants use social events like trivia night or food tasting of new menu items.

Training 284

Training Sports Fine Dining 2017 284

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 17, 2020

Ingredients are clean and sourced from local vendors whenever possible, and the menu is designed to support vegan, gluten-free, and Halal diets in an effort to accommodate all guests, no matter their dietary preferences. Haggis, a seasoned executive, brings nearly 40 years of experience in the food industry to Taco John’s board.

Franchising 341

Franchising Franchise 2020 Leadership 341

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 6, 2020

We think CPK’s creative California vibe and innovative menu will resonate with Albertans and offer something completely new in the market.” Bojangles’ named Chef Marshall Scarborough as the chain’s new vice president of menu and culinary innovation. Bojangles' Culinary Innovation. Chef Marshall Scarborough.

Franchising 384

Franchising Franchise Fast Casual 2019 384

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

SALIDO continues to execute on its hiring plans to recruit and invest in talent across their Product, Engineering, Customer Experience, and Sales Teams. From screen to plate, the menu is expected to feature signature dishes and recipes that have been prepared on the show. Location and opening details to be announced at a later date.

Fast Casual 407

Fast Casual Casual Menu Mobile Ordering 407

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

The Brick & Mortar store model, which ranges from 1200 – 2000 sq feet, has a specific layout designed for efficiently producing the entire The Dolly Llama menu and properly displaying logos and branding to maximize presentation and The Dolly Llama’s merchandising. Signature Shakes are another brand staple. This Is It!

Franchising 193

Franchising Franchise Fast Casual Point of Sale 193

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 16, 2019

With multiple restaurants in a shared space, DoorDash will empower these merchants to offer their customers new menu offerings and pairings unique to the DoorDash Kitchens’ restaurants. “Restaurants are catching on and realizing that it isn’t as simple as adding a vegan burger onto the menu.

Food Truck 317

Food Truck Customer Service Customer Experience Front of House 317

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 21, 2019

" menu that takes inspiration from classic Canadian dishes and local ingredients. " menu includes a Maple Bacon Cheezeburger, Poutine and Split Pea Soup alongside by CHLOE.'s I Heart Mac & Cheese added new plant-based menu items, ensuring its offerings cater to varying ages, lifestyles and cravings.

Retail 226

Retail Consumer Goods Point of Sale Innovation 226

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 21, 2020

Sushi Maki also offers a variety of other MSC certified sustainable seafood, on a seasonal basis. The menu will also shine with a variety of grilled dishes and Japanese snacks, all with Chef Morimoto’s signature twist. The menu will feature small plates, sushi rolls, sushi bowls and ramen.

Brewery 350

Brewery Design Food Supply Equipment 350

7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

For example, your ideal customers could be: Young families that want a kid's menu, great drinks, and to get home before 8. This could be exciting drinks, a great happy hour, family-friendly promotions, or a fantastic menu that people can't help but try. Is my menu accessible and legible? What will entice them to choose you?

Seating 221

Seating Email Marketing Marketing SEO 221

Aaron Allen & Associates

MARCH 3, 2022

The best restaurant POS systems also come with features like inventory management, customer relationship management (CRM), menu management , and omnichannel ordering capabilities. Perishable items, seasonal changes, food inflation, and availability can affect the menu. Menu Management Software. Payroll management .

Management 120

Management Management Mobile Ordering Point of Sale 120

7 Shifts

JANUARY 31, 2024

One other way you may need to manage inventory is with menu planning. Some restaurant managers work directly with the chef to plan menu item selection or daily specials. If this applies to you, you'll want to make sure that menu items are enticing, well-portioned, and profitable.

Management 195

Management Management Kitchen Safety Front of House 195

Perfect Daily Grind

DECEMBER 1, 2019

During seasonal holidays, most coffee shops are inundated with customers. Here are some practical tips for helping your business manage its festive season staffing challenges. If you’re a coffee shop owner or manager, it can be one of the most profitable times of the year for this reason. Credit: Devon Barker. Credit: Tasmin Grant.

Management 111

Management Management Café Hiring 111

7 Shifts

JULY 6, 2023

One of the things that people neglect to do is, typically when they set their menu pricing, what they'll do is, 'Okay, what is food cost? That's actually one of the filters in how we recruit. If I told you this, the thing that has not occupied my time is recruitment and retention. This person scores 50 goals a season.

Customer Experience 195

Customer Experience Employee Relations Fast Casual Hiring 195

Lavu

JUNE 3, 2019

It’s almost summer, the season for outdoor parties , sangria pitchers, and extended brunch hours , making right now the perfect time to execute seasonally-inspired marketing campaigns, event plans, and if related, summer-hire recruiting. Take advantage of the festive, summer vibes and offer a special seasonal cocktail menu.

2019 60

2019 Seasonal Menu Point of Sale Compost 60

Open for Business

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Technology will never be able to replace the personal touch of a seasoned server or the empathy of a veteran bartender, but it can be a huge help in increasing guest satisfaction and delivering a great guest experience. From there, they may check out your website and menu. Restaurants are judged based on how they make guests feel.

Technology 78

Technology Online Ordering Website Management Customer Experience 78

Gecko Hospitality

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Building Up Your Staff for Hiring Season: Strategies for Successful Finding, Interviewing, and Onboarding Candidates. Now, ramping up for the hiring season just added another dimension. There are a multitude of places to post your job openings this season—more than ever before. Use All Possible Resources.

Hiring 52

Hiring Social Media Hospitality Recruiting 52

Lavu

JANUARY 2, 2020

You get to know when to order your next month inventory, open more restaurant locations, or recruit more employees for optimal performance. You can determine how much sales you make during peak hours and the menu items that sell the most. . Sales forecasts help you to identify periods of high profitability and low seasons.

Point of Sale 78

Point of Sale POS Inventory Seating 78

Perfect Daily Grind

OCTOBER 14, 2022

UK coffee shop chain Gail’s launches new recruitment campaign to promote a healthy work-life balance. million tonnes of coffee were exported in the 2021/22 season. The bar’s menu features coffee-inspired cocktails which come with coffee-themed tasting notes. The country’s Customs Department reported that 1.73

2022 121

2022 Webinar 2023 Café 121

Culinary Digital

MARCH 20, 2024

A streamlined menu is the cornerstone of efficiency in the onboarding process within a food service establishment. By paring down the variety of dishes and ingredients, a streamlined menu facilitates a more focused and straightforward training regimen, expediting the journey to proficiency for fresh recruits.

Seasonal Menu 52

Seasonal Menu Customer Service Customer Experience Training 52

Restaurant365

JUNE 17, 2020

The restaurant industry faces a lot of industry-specific regulations on payroll, with laws regulating hourly employee scheduling and tipped wage workers, as well as compliance with the Affordable Care Act regarding seasonal and variable hour employees. 25-30%: casual dining (depending on the menu and methods of service).

Tip Distribution 78

Tip Distribution Point of Sale Employee Relations Restaurant Law 78

The Restaurant Times

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

From understanding your kitchen needs, and planning a menu to buying the best equipment, we have got you covered. . The kitchen is the heart of your restaurant, and it’s here that your menu comes to life. To keep up with the workload, you’ll need to recruit additional dishwashers. Understating Your Kitchen Space.

Design 98

Design Kitchen Safety Back of House Food Safety 98

SpotOn

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Chefs draw inspiration from high quality, seasonal ingredients and transform them into extraordinary dishes. After tasting and perfecting the techniques a collection of those dishes become a menu. That menu is the backbone of a restaurant concept. But a menu full of delicious food is not enough. 

Marketing 52

Marketing Social Media Seasonal Menu Customer Experience 52

Sling

AUGUST 9, 2023

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Article 78

Article 2023 2022 2021 78

The Restaurant Times

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

You’ll never run out of stock of any of the goods on your menu if you have careful inventory control, and if you do, you can adjust your menu and pricing accordingly. Even the most seasoned eye takes a second to notice the difference between a red and a white wine glass. Alcohol Distributors. The Layout of Wine Bay .

Bar 52

Bar Tip Distribution Inventory Hiring 52

Apicbase

JUNE 16, 2023

For example, you can use sales data to track trends in customer spending and identify your most profitable menu items. On the other hand, if your restaurant operates with a seasonal menu, quarterly metrics could be more revealing. Consider menu engineering software as your strategic ally. Ideally, variance should be zero.

Point of Sale 52

Point of Sale Inventory Waste Employee Relations 52

SpotOn

JUNE 5, 2024

According to the Michelin guide , Michelin recruits food professionals to review restaurants anonymously and determine if the restaurant's cuisine meets the guide's standards. If you're a restaurant operating on a tight budget, try our menu engineering worksheet to evaluate your potential profit behind each dish.

Fine Dining 40

Fine Dining Seasonal Menu Dine-in Sustainability 40