Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 22, 2025

Enhanced Visualization for Stakeholders : 3D modeling lets tools like BIM take stakeholders inside a virtual, 3D version of the redesigned space. Restaurants that are adding hybrid models offering traditional dining, delivery, and pickup services can use 3D design tools to carve out strategic space for each function.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 25, 2021

Luckily, a commitment to more sustainable operations can coexist with healthy profits, and even growing margins. Below are five important areas of focus for restaurant and catering professionals who are re-imagining their operations for a newer, more sustainable normal. First Priority: Getting Smarter.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

As restaurants reimagined takeout and venues shut down their bars, we too repurposed and rebalanced our portfolio repeatedly to meet changing demands—whether we were converting food packaging supply lines to produce PPE or supporting take-out offerings with tamper-proof food packaging.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 9, 2022

All restaurants should proactively work to reduce food waste, which will also help you save money, increase profits, spotlight your commitment to sustainability, and help the environment. Food takes up more space in US landfills than anything else. Recycle and compost. Stop overprepping. salads, salsa, guacamole, etc.)

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

“During the period I was laid off due to COVID-19, there were several problems out of my control with my unemployment status leaving me in a difficult financial situation,” said Jessica Schiefele, long time Ruby Slipper bartender. To learn more about Smithfield Culinary go to www.smithfieldculinary.com.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 7, 2021

On The Border is taking it back to the 1980’s with the debut of its new prototype that pays homage to the brand’s first design and renowned experience, top photo. “We are on a mission to re-image On The Border and take guests back to our glory days,” said Chief Real Estate Officer Mike Wood.

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EATER

MAY 16, 2023

In these roles, she made a key observation that would once again change her career trajectory: Young people were flocking to cocktails because the wine industry was out of touch with her millennial generation. Only 30 percent of glass bottles are recycled in the U.S., Only 30 percent of glass bottles are recycled in the U.S.,

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 26, 2020

As a restaurant, real dedication to solving the plastic waste problem is going to take a bigger commitment than just straws. Every take-out drink served in a restaurant has at least four pieces of trash associated with it: the cup, the lid, the straw and the straw’s packaging. Going Beyond the Straw.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 3, 2020

Used cooking oil, sometimes referred to as “liquid gold”, turns out to be an extremely valuable resource for both restaurateurs and refineries — and thieves. In the 1990’s, key players in the rendering industry began producing biofuel from recycled animal fats and cooking oils on a commercial scale.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 16, 2021

As Modern Restaurant Management Restaurant (MRM) magazine celebrates its fifth anniversary this month, we reached out to industry insiders to garner their insights on what issues have impacted the industry over the last five years and what issues they feel will impact restaurants in the years to come. Think paper straws versus plastic.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 2, 2019

I t’s no secret that the key to sustainability in restaurants is managing limited resources and keeping your operations clean and safe. The bottom line: clarity around sustainability, food preparation and safety is essential. As consumers demand more transparency about sustainability, turn your operations into an advantage.

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Restaurant365

JANUARY 21, 2022

Many of the sustainability practices that we were committed to pre-COVID flew out the door when we entered this unprecedented era. 60% Americans would support local ordinances improving recyclability standards for takeout containers. So, which sustainable packaging model is best for your business? Recyclable.

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The Restaurant Group

DECEMBER 8, 2024

Understanding how to reduce food waste in restaurants is the first step toward sustainable and cost-effective operations. Community Impact : Reducing waste creates opportunities for food donations and supports sustainability efforts. Educating and empowering them fosters a collective mission for sustainability.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 27, 2023

This means that businesses across the board will need to get better at operating in a more sustainable fashion. The use of single-use coffee cups, plastic straws and plastic take-out containers is resulting in huge amounts of waste in our landfills and oceans. What is the carbon footprint of the restaurant industry?

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

Following are some of the major restaurant trends to watch out for in 2022. Restaurant staples such as plastic straws, plastic cups, lids, or take-home bags have people asking why those things are necessary. A ghost kitchen is a restaurant that only operates out of a kitchen with no dining space. Simplified Menus.

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The Rail

MAY 23, 2024

Instead, differentiate yourself from the market and win the favor of climate-conscious customers by offering a more sustainable range. Sustainable Alcohol as a Competitive Advantage More bars and restaurants are embracing sustainable booze to connect with customers who are willing to spend a little more in order to protect the planet.

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Perfect Daily Grind

MAY 8, 2023

Sustainability continues to be a pressing issue in the specialty coffee sector – and for good reason. With demand for more sustainable coffee continuing to grow , it’s essential that industry professionals and stakeholders limit their environmental impact as much as possible. What does “sustainable” really mean?

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Cheetah

NOVEMBER 27, 2021

But now, eco-packaging is back on the agena, and restaurants are confronted with a tough choice – pay the cost to go sustainable or lose business. Carry-out and delivery orders grew by over 130% during the pandemic, causing the use of to-go containers to surge to the point of a packaging shortage. Lawmakers are not far behind.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

” Their answers touched on a variety of subjects including AI, virtual reality, virtual kitchens, staffing and retention, social media marketing, sustainability and third-party delivery. These types of services are going to drastically alter the way we think about going out to eat. Christopher Baron of RedBaron Consulting.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 12, 2020

As restaurants around the country look towards reopening, Edward Lee and Lindsey Ofcacek, director of The LEE Initiative are committed to helping reset the supply chains for farmers and restaurant operators who are committed to sustainable food. Dunkin' Sustainability. franchisees for use in their restaurants.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 12, 2022

Nearly half (47 percent) said they feel like all the delivery and take-out orders result in longer waits when they order in-person and 29 percent said the atmosphere of dining-in is hurt by delivery drivers picking up food. Sustainability and healthy options rising in importance. Fast is not fast enough.

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Perfect Daily Grind

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

In many industries around the world, sustainability continues to be a pressing issue – and the coffee sector is no exception. This ranges from using more sustainable processing methods on farms to using recyclable and compostable packaging. When carried out effectively, a circular economy minimises environmental impact.

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EATER

DECEMBER 23, 2021

These collectors are obsessed with Starbucks limited merch, like hard plastic tumblers decorated with flowers or iced coffee cups made from recycled glass. The drinkware retails between $20 and $30, and is almost always sold out on the Starbucks website. And of course, a market this hot has predictably inspired some fraud.

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The Rail

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

By Indiana Lee, Contributor As we begin to move out of the fall season and into the winter, restaurant and bar owners are making preparations for what tends to be a challenging season. Taking steps to prepare for the worst has the joint effect of saving you from having to make unexpected repairs and sheltering you from liability.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Across the restaurant industry, it’s no secret that expectations for service, sustainability, and satisfaction are higher than ever. Making your restaurant more organized can take a variety of forms, but one place to start is your hygiene workflow. Back of House What goes into an unforgettable meal?

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EATER

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Justin Sullivan/Getty Images According to a new study, grocery stores could keep more food out of landfills, increase profits, and pad customers’ pockets by adopting a practice widely used by airlines, hotels, and other industries This story was originally published on Civil Eats. Picture yourself grocery shopping. Do they have the labor?

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Perfect Daily Grind

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

At every level of the coffee supply chain, sustainability is a pressing issue. To address this problem, some coffee businesses are opting for more sustainable approaches to waste management, including circular economy models. I spoke with two coffee sustainability experts to find out more. And is it achievable?

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The Restaurant Group

JANUARY 27, 2020

According to the National Restaurant Association’s “What’s Hot” report, American Culinary Federation chefs named sustainability and waste reduction in the top trends of the year. In fact, seven of the top twenty trends listed by the chefs related in some way to sustainable and environmentally sound practices.

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The Restaurant Times

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Sustainability is a concept that has gained popularity everywhere, including in the restaurant industry. When it comes to food trucks, a lack of sustainability can give rise to multiple problems. Setting up a sustainable food truck is, therefore, a new concept. . 7 Ways To Set Up A Sustainable Food Truck.

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Perfect Daily Grind

AUGUST 15, 2022

Maintaining freshness is an essential part of green coffee storage, but minimising environmental damage at this stage of the supply chain is also crucial – especially as the demand for more sustainable coffee grows. So, how can green coffee buyers and traders keep their green coffee properly stored while also staying sustainable?

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Perfect Daily Grind

AUGUST 21, 2022

As they’re difficult to recycle, we can also conclude most of these cups end up going to landfill, where they contribute to a growing waste problem. To find out, I spoke with four coffee professionals involved with the HuskeeSwap reusable cup programme. Can you recycle single-use cups? Why are single-use cups a problem?

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 24, 2020

With On-Demand Delivery for Square Online Store, sellers can take control of their fulfillment process by offering delivery to their loyal customer base directly from their own website. Search filter : A new filter allows users to easily find which hotels and restaurants are taking these added safety precautions.

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Open for Business

MARCH 20, 2023

In spite of inflation, increasing prices, and overall economic uncertainty, there’s one thing that people remain willing to pay up for: Sustainability. Even Michelin has gotten into the sustainable food movement, awarding a green star for restaurants that uphold the highest environmental standards.

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Perfect Daily Grind

JUNE 8, 2022

Sustainability continues to be a major focus across the coffee industry, specifically in coffee production. Read on to find out what they said. Through photosynthesis, trees absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and recycle it into oxygen – helping to mitigate the effects of climate change. What is deforestation?

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Restaurant365

JANUARY 13, 2022

Sustainability will be top of mind. Many of the sustainability practices that we were committed to pre-COVID flew out the door when we entered this unprecedented era. Fortunately, there are a lot of great options when it comes to recyclable and compostable takeout containers and paper products.

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Perfect Daily Grind

AUGUST 12, 2022

K Cup consumers could receive reimbursements over recyclability settlement. was accused of labelling K Cups as recyclable when many were not widely available for recycling in the US. case, K Cup customers are eligible for a reimbursement if they purchased the pods labelled as recyclable between 8 June 2016 and 8 August 2022.

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Goliath Consulting

NOVEMBER 3, 2019

Sustainable. Transparency has also become an important factor, and behind customer awareness of what constitutes a sustainably produced food 8. We expect that the demand for local, organic, ugly (imperfect) produce and sustainable seafood will continue to grow in 2020.

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