7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Staff productivity plays the largest role in restaurant revenue, which is why it’s so important to invest in your recruiting and hiring strategies, finding like-minded individuals to move your restaurant forward while minimizing time waste.

Mobile Ordering 221

Mobile Ordering Back of House Customer Service Online Ordering 221

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 31, 2024

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has transformed the recruitment process, offering a new level of efficiency and automation. Infusing Culture into Recruitment While AI streamlines processes, it should never overshadow the human touch when it comes to showcasing culture.

Hiring 309

Hiring Recruiting Innovation Technology 309

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 20, 2023

Restaurant financial statements are an untapped source of potential growth. Image sourced from sage.com Here’s what you can do with a balance sheet. Image sourced from sage.com Here are some other useful things you can do with a P/L statement. Can you build on a single source, and if so, how can you do this?

Cash Management 488

Cash Management Point of Sale Consumer Goods Sourcing 488

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 21, 2021

Yet, nine in ten operators predict issues with recruitment at a time which is essential for our industry's recovery. There is a hefty bit of admin involved when hiring more staff, but with mobile order and pay, you can make the most of supporting the staff you have and remove excessive time spent sourcing and training new team members.

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Mobile Ordering Ordering Front of House Guest Recovery 466

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 23, 2022

This is an important factor in recruiting talented individuals, as a large majority of franchisees are investing with 10+ year horizons and are seeking organizations that have proven they can withstand economic cycles. Focusing on the Long-Term.

Franchising 471

Franchising Franchise Loyalty Program Food Supply 471

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 29, 2021

He got creative on how to source employees. He used his restaurant's Facebook business page to recruit fans who already understand and appreciate his brand, posted information on his website and at the register. Nguyen also created “We Are Hiring” cards and placed them in take-out orders.

Fast Casual 553

Fast Casual Hiring Online Ordering Front of House 553

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

41 percent of operators in Dallas said that labor costs were their biggest source of financial strain in the past 12 months. The Recruitment and Retention Dilemma : The pandemic significantly exacerbated the existing labor shortage and restaurateurs are still grappling with how to navigate a smaller labor pool.

Loyalty Program 486

Loyalty Program Online Ordering Cash Management Point of Sale 486

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 14, 2021

In addition, 75 percent of restaurant operators say recruiting employees was their top challenge, the highest level ever recorded. For example, restaurants that can source ingredients locally should be vocal about their commitment to supporting local producers and sustainability as brand differentiators.

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2022 Employee Relations Outdoor Fast Casual 508

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 30, 2021

As a result, consumers learned to become less dependent on outside sources for meals and became accustomed to cooking at home more often than ever before. Most establishments were forced to shut down their operations intermittently or limit themselves to carry out or delivery services.

Mobile Ordering 508

Mobile Ordering Customer Experience Customer Service Food Order 508

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

However, this requires demand forecasting technology that will pull data from thousands of relevant sources to create an accurate portrait of predicted demand. By current trends , EWA is the modern standard for hourly workers and is therefore critical to any seasonal recruitment strategy.

Management 504

Management Management Hiring Customer Experience 504

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 15, 2023

Resourceful by nature, Deane has embraced recruiting from new programs at local tech colleges specifically designed to prepare restaurant workers. Expertly coaxing nuanced layers of flavor from locally sourced ingredients, Deane brings an artistic touch to his vibrant dishes through refined plating techniques and impeccable knife skills.

Food Supply 419

Food Supply Recruiting Education Influencer 419

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

With slower labor-force growth, restaurants will continue to compete against other industries for talent, making recruitment and retention vital to success in the coming decade. Sustainable sourcing and transparency will continue to grow in focus for consumers over the next decade. Nutrition and Sustainability Will Drive Menus.

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2030 Dietary Restrictions Recruiting 2018 385

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 6, 2021

An unpredictable schedule can be an incredible source of stress for hourly employees and can contribute to poor employee health, burnout and more. While it might be tough to recruit and retain quality employees right now, it is not impossible. Aim for Predictive Scheduling.

Restaurant Law 450

Restaurant Law Small Business Mobile Ordering Recruiting 450

ChowNow

MARCH 14, 2025

Constantly recruiting and training new employees is both costly and disruptive. Get creative with menu planningdesigning dishes that use overlapping ingredients can reduce waste and make sourcing easier. Heres how to tackle some of the most common issues restaurant operators face.

Operations 195

Operations Management Management Front of House 195

7 Shifts

DECEMBER 3, 2019

Step 6: Source Capital Finding and securing capital isn’t always easy, though with your business plan and the recognition of your franchise’s brand, you may have an easier time than starting a completely new brand. Looking for a new source of capital this time around?

Franchising 368

Franchising Franchise Audits Point of Sale 368

7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

This reduces turnover, lowers recruitment and training costs, and substantially improves the quality of the workforce and guest experience. The practice has proven to increase instances of sexual harassment , reliance on food stamps , and continues to uphold the financial instability of so many employees in our industry.

Tip Distribution 390

Tip Distribution Front of House Restaurant Law Back of House 390

Black Box Intelligence

AUGUST 5, 2021

To overcome these issues, recruiters are getting creative , offering perks ranging from interview bonuses to competitive benefits. The shift to digital communications has also changed the way businesses recruit, making social media, online job boards and employer branding more important than ever. The state of staffing and recruiting.

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Recruiting 2021 Management Management 102

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

DECEMBER 14, 2021

There are plenty of solutions that can help ease the strain, such as domestically sourced products and equipment, as well as automated beverage dispensing systems, which minimizes wastage while maximizing output regardless of staffing level. Stated simply, operators need to improve labor’s experience.

2022 474

2022 Food Supply Mobile Ordering Customer Experience 474

Black Box Intelligence

AUGUST 5, 2021

To overcome these issues, recruiters are getting creative , offering perks ranging from interview bonuses to competitive benefits. The shift to digital communications has also changed the way businesses recruit, making social media, online job boards and employer branding more important than ever. The state of staffing and recruiting.

Recruiting 98

Recruiting 2021 Management Management 98

ChowNow

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Best Practices for Recruiting and Hiring Management and Support Staff 1. Sourcing Candidates Utilize multiple recruitment channels. With high expectations for service, the FOH manager coordinates closely with servers and bartenders to deliver an exceptional dining experience.

Hiring 195

Hiring FOH Recruiting Fine Dining 195

7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Fine dining establishments may require staff to have in-depth knowledge of each dish, including wine pairings and ingredient sourcing, while a fast-casual restaurant may focus on quick service and consistent food prep. Restaurants should periodically review and update their training program to align with any menu changes or new offerings.

Training 195

Training Kitchen Safety Customer Service Food Safety 195

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

Guests will expect to know every aspect of sourcing and meal preparation, which will disrupt traditional back-of-house systems with technology that connects the farm to the food. Over the next decade, a generation passionate about health and wellness will demand restaurants be transparent about food from farm to table.

Mobile Ordering 539

Mobile Ordering Front of House Customer Service Customer Experience 539

Goliath Consulting

FEBRUARY 26, 2021

Though words like “work culture” and “cultural fit” have been controversial in the recruiting realm (1), there is no denying that restaurants with excellent work culture benefit from happy employees and many loyal customers. So what do we mean by culture? And what does it mean to have a great one?

Customer Experience 273

Customer Experience Customer Service Café Magazine 273

7 Shifts

JANUARY 31, 2024

For example, you might have to take a larger role in candidate sourcing, recruiting, hiring, onboarding, and even the firing process than you might expect. You'll also need to keep an eye out for when you may need a replacement or upgrade and do your research to source the best solution.

Management 397

Management Management Kitchen Safety Front of House 397

7 Shifts

MAY 31, 2021

Recruiting, hiring, onboarding, scheduling, engaging, paying, and losing employees all surface up into restaurant HR management. Hold frequent walk-in interview days to consistently source interested applicants. That way, it will be easier to spot opportunities for improving operations in the service process.

Operations 363

Operations Inventory Hiring Customer Service 363

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 12, 2022

Oftentimes, that means overtime comes into play and can be a significant source of costs. When you’re short-staffed and business is booming, you need to ensure you’re as fully staffed as possible. Simply, divide your total sales by your total labor costs (including benefits and overtime).

Restaurant Law 493

Restaurant Law Small Business Hiring Communication 493

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

While it cooks and tastes like eggs, its ingredients use 98 percent less water, 83 percent less land and emit 93 percent less CO2e than conventional animal sources. sourced yellow pea protein. It is high in protein (22 grams, iron and a good source of calcium. Brian Miller. "Burgers are a staple in the American diet.

Hospitality 459

Hospitality Food Consumer Goods 2019 459

7 Shifts

OCTOBER 22, 2021

Here are a few tips for sourcing, hiring, and training enough employees to get you through the holidays — and then some. Your employees love working at your restaurant - so why not recruit them to get more help finding new employees? Holiday Referral Sprints.

Seasonal Menu 370

Seasonal Menu Hiring Reference Mobile Ordering 370

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

Employee recruitment and retention continues to be a major challenge for operators in 2020, with low unemployment rates and growing job openings. 65 percent of millennials say they are more likely to go to restaurants that offer locally sourced alcoholic beverages.

2020 481

2020 Influencer Point of Sale Food Safety 481

The Rail

APRIL 4, 2023

You can also recruit food bloggers and food influencers to visit your restaurant and capture their perspectives on what you serve. How You Get Your Ingredients For farm-to-table restaurants or those who focus on sustainable food sourcing, this is an especially powerful approach to your video marketing strategy.

Social Media 264

Social Media Front of House Advertising 2022 264

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 31, 2019

As such, a big focus in 2020 will be on how to find, recruit and keep team members. Recruiting Platforms. While Flame Broiler hasn’t implemented a recruiting platform as of yet, we are sure that this tool will become widely popular in 2020. Flame Broiler Marketing Manager Daniel Lee. Jonathan Duarte of GoJobs. Flexibility.

2020 345

2020 Kitchen Safety Consumer Goods Point of Sale 345

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 21, 2023

From the seasoned craft beverage consumer to the newest consumers in the hospitality environment, the favorability toward “fresh,” “local,” and “locally sourced ingredients” is still a profit-driver you don’t want to give up.

2023 309

2023 Insurance 2024 Employee Relations 309

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 2, 2024

Looking at potential top challenges for the rest of the year, 38 percent identified sales as the top concern, 24 percent said recruiting and retaining staff, 18 percent said labor costs, and 16 percent said food costs. Diversify media mix: An omnichannel presence provides optimal reach and the widest range of information sources.

Influencer 251

Influencer Pricing 2024 Social Media 251

Goliath Consulting

MARCH 19, 2021

The pandemic has brought a talent crisis to the restaurant industry, with a recent survey showing that more than 55% of hiring managers had difficulty sourcing hourly workers, while about 45% expressed difficulty scheduling interviews (1,2).

Recruiting 195

Recruiting Small Business Magazine Hiring 195

SpotOn

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

That being the case,  you need a recruitment operation that can deliver people with the right talents. Let’s take a look at how you can use retail recruitment to bolster your team and get your business moving up to the next level. What is retail recruitment? What are the challenges in retail recruitment?

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Recruiting Retail Point of Sale Small Business 52