7 Shifts

JANUARY 11, 2021

This guide includes ideas and checklists for everything from keeping your staff healthy to optimizing your ordering platforms. Order Cleaning Supplies such as disinfectant, paper products, mop heads, and floor cleaner The staff at Ruby's Cafe in New York City, a 7shifts' customer Optimize Your Labor ?? Winterize Your Patio Seating ??

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Guest Recovery Online Ordering Outdoor Front of House 358

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Restaurants are no longer just about the food – they are about the complete dining experience, which includes ambiance, service speed, and personalized interaction. This efficiency level reduces waste, saves time, and ensures a high standard of food quality.

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Operations Front of House Customer Service Customer Experience 183

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 11, 2024

Remember just saying thank you or giving a pat on the back isn’t enough. For front of house workers set goals on the number of turnovers of tables or good reviews. For back of house set goals on the time it takes to get food to the pass and out to customers. Don’t just give them a thanks or a high five.

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Management Management Back of House Customer Service 163

7 Shifts

JANUARY 31, 2024

Inventory management Managers need to ensure the kitchen is stocked with the right amount of food so that nothing is wasted and as few items need to be 86'ed as possible. One other way you may need to manage inventory is with menu planning. Managing a restaurant is a delicate routine—if we can even call it a routine.

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Management Management Kitchen Safety Front of House 398

Culinary Cues

JULY 12, 2020

They say we’re back. The kitchen lights are back on, deliveries arrive, the battery of ranges is fired up, and cooks (some of us) are welcomed back. Sure, there are temperature checks at the back door, masks donned upon arrival, and deep hand cleaning constantly throughout the day, but in reality no one knows if this is enough.

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Front of House Back of House Dine-in Food Truck 403

Culinary Cues

JUNE 16, 2023

Next week he would graduate from high school and James the cook at his diner invited him back for dinner and a chat. It was great, but my back didn’t agree, and I eventually had to step out of that role. Last summer he had a job as a dishwasher in a local diner. Too many of his friends took the wrong fork in the road.

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Kitchen Safety Back of House Hotels Food Safety 327

7 Shifts

MARCH 30, 2022

After two years of only being able to order takeout and having to wear a mask when not at the table, restaurants are poised to bounce back in 2022. How will you be getting more diners to eat your food this year? Don't underestimate the power of in-house advertising at your restaurant. Table of Content. Digital Signage.

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Advertising 2022 Social Media Email Marketing 370

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 30, 2023

Further Optimize Delivery, Takeout and Curbside Experiences Many QSRs already relieve congested drive-thrus with distinct lines or protocols for call-ahead orders and third-party pickups. One of our clients, a well-known QSR legacy brand, added an express drive-thru lane for customers ordering ahead on the brand’s app.

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Operations Mobile Ordering Customer Experience Online Ordering 176

Culinary Cues

MARCH 26, 2022

Well, you have all heard the statistics about success and failure when food and beverage are involved, so I won’t repeat them. Again, turn to the National Restaurant Association for guidance. [] PRICING YOUR MENU BY COMPARISON. Training ALWAYS pays back in dividends. How hard can it be – right?

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Cash Management Social Media Restaurant Law Communication 366

Open for Business

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Once upon a time, most restaurants operated on a patchwork of paper systems involving notebooks and back-of-the-napkin calculations, not to mention information owners and managers kept in their heads, hunches, and habits. Streamline the front of house. Run a smooth back of house. Streamline the front of house.

Technology 147

Technology Front of House Back of House Online Ordering 147

7 Shifts

MAY 15, 2023

When the pandemic forced restaurant shutdowns, Huang turned his uncle's Fresh Meadows restaurant, Peking House, into a fried chicken popup, also called Pecking House, albeit with a spelling variation. He joined us on the Pre-Shift Podcast to tell us about his new restaurant, paying fair wages, and how he feels about tipping.

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Fine Dining Back of House Front of House Dine-in 195

7 Shifts

MAY 31, 2021

Inventory was ordered based on par levels, which are set based on sales forecasts, which are in turn determined by how many guests you'll serve and what they'll order. On the other hand, skimping on ingredients increases the likelihood that a guest won't come back – and may even tell others not to do the same. Table of Contents.

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Operations Inventory Hiring Customer Service 363

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

More than half of restaurant operators said it would be a year or more before businesses conditions return to normal with food, labor, and occupancy costs are expected to remain elevated, and continue to impact restaurant profit margins in 2022, according to the National Restaurant Association's 2022 State of the Restaurant Industry report.

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2022 2030 Food Supply Recruiting 201

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Front-of-House. Henry is ready to order some dinner. He visits your restaurant’s app and orders his favorite dish on the menu. He receives an estimated wait time for his order of 45 minutes. He receives an estimated wait time for his order of 45 minutes. Let’s come back to Henry.

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Technology Front of House Back of House Point of Sale 198

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 10, 2021

Despite the difficulties we faced in 2020, new restaurants continue to open and existing restaurants have eyed coming back after facing bankruptcy. Despite the difficulties we faced in 2020, new restaurants continue to open and existing restaurants have eyed coming back after facing bankruptcy. About a Restaurant Management Platform.

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Management Management BOH Front of House 184

Squirrel Systems

APRIL 11, 2024

This piece looks at the role tableside ordering technology, like mobile POS systems, can play in adding efficiencies to the overall restaurant and specifically to restaurant patio operations. With tablets, servers get to spend more time with guests at the table, giving them the chance to better explain the menu.

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POS Operations Mobile Ordering Front of House 97

7 Shifts

DECEMBER 18, 2019

January is fast-approaching, and hot lunch spots will soon be back on the mind of every highschool and college student in your area. Want to capture the hungry, back-to-school lunch crowd for January? Create a fixed-price ‘Mix and Match’ menu with soups, salads, and sandwiches for customers to choose from. (If is a common one.)

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Specials Food Truck Seasonal Menu Social Media 362

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 18, 2020

US Foods Holding Corp. launched its COVID-19 online operator resource, the US Foods Restaurant Reopening Blueprint. The Restaurant Reopening Blueprint is informed by interviews with key stakeholders such as diners, restaurant staff and US Foods consultants and chefs. Click here to view the application and instructions.

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Front of House Back of House Online Ordering Kitchen Safety 204

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Restaurants will continue to embrace digital on-premise, including mobile ordering and payment at the table, to streamline operations and improve the guest experience. Restaurants will continue to embrace digital on-premise, including mobile ordering and payment at the table, to streamline operations and improve the guest experience.

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2023 Loyalty Program Mobile Ordering Customer Experience 193

Cheetah

MAY 11, 2021

Once you have a grasp on your establishment’s total allowed capacity, give some thought to the following: Inventory stock Back of house staff Social distancing and a better dining experience These 3 key pillars can make the difference between a streamlined restaurant reopening and a stalled one. Restaurant Reopening Requirements.

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Back of House Front of House Food Supply Coaching 148

Restaurant Clicks

OCTOBER 9, 2021

It can be tricky when you’re trying to find different food choices. Places that put just as much focus on the service as the food tend to get great reviews and give you more bang for your buck. They offer outdoor seating on a first-come-first-serve basis, and it makes for an even better dining experience. Order Online.

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Back of House Fast Casual Front of House Online Ordering 147

Restaurant Clicks

NOVEMBER 13, 2021

Over the last couple of decades, the Music city has also become known as a serious food city. Arnold’s Country Kitchen is a classic soul food diner. It’s a small menu that changes daily. You can check out their website for the daily menu, or just go in and see what they have. Order Online. City House.

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Back of House Reservations Fine Dining Online Ordering 121

Sling

MAY 13, 2023

Whether you’re looking to hire employees for a fine dining establishment, a food truck, or a fast food business, you’ll need any number of restaurant positions to make up the foundation of your team. A fine dining establishment may need all 24 positions on this list, while a food truck may only need three or four.

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Front of House Back of House Kitchen Safety Food Truck 78

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 13, 2020

Rakuten Ready surveyed more than 100 customers to measure how behaviors around dining have, or are anticipated to change around the perceptions and impact of COVID-19 on restaurants, food delivery and order for pickup. "The desire for convenience has always been present, coupled with an equally strong desire for delicious food.

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Front of House Back of House Restaurant Law Food Safety 188

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 8, 2024

For example, there will be fewer human interactions when ordering takeaways during busy lunch hours, quick customer seating, or bill payments. This trend reflects the growing popularity of drive-thru and fast-casual dining, coupled with the demand for digital technologies such as QSR digital signage and QR codes.

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2024 Loyalty Program Cash Management Customer Experience 212

Open for Business

JUNE 9, 2023

Quick Links Why restaurants must anticipate complaints Common restaurant complaints and solutions How to deal with online complaints Why restaurants must anticipate complaints and have a plan No matter how incredible the food is or how you’ve designed the dining room, guests are going to complain sometimes. It’s just a fact of life.

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Hospitality Dietary Restrictions Social Media Online Ordering 142

Restaurant Clicks

OCTOBER 13, 2021

Take a step back from the hustle and bustle of NYC life and fall into one of the many comforting couches at the Aldo Sohm Wine Bar in the city’s Midtown West neighborhood, just south of Central Park. The swanky wine bar offers relaxed seating among a dim-lit space with contemporary artwork and interior design. Make a Reservation.

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Bar Reservations Seating Back of House 142

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Using DoorDash order data from January 1, 2023 to October 31, 2023, we bring you DoorDash’s Dash From the Past 2023 Trend Report. Chicago is the city that plans orders ahead the most, followed by Los Angeles, San Francisco, Houston, Atlanta, Dallas, Denver, and Philadelphia! Holiday Hangovers : On the days after holidays like St.

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2024 2023 Food Order 2013 163

Restaurant Clicks

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Thames Street Oyster House Dylan’s Oyster Cellar Faidley’s Seafood L.P. Thames Street Oyster House. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Thames Street Oyster House (@thamesstreetoysterhouse). If you need more of an oyster fix, I recommend their house oyster shooter. Order Online.

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Back of House Online Ordering Seasonal Menu Reservations 158

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 28, 2020

Just Salad was the first national restaurant chain to label its entire menu with carbon emissions similar to how brands like Allbirds had done in the retail sector. Following our announcement that we carbon labeled our menu, Panera and Chipotle followed with something similar shortly after. Lavu CEO Saleem S.

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2021 Mobile Ordering Loyalty Program Kitchen Safety 229

Restaurant Clicks

OCTOBER 14, 2021

Austin is known for bringing out the crowds thanks to its outstanding live music venues and awesome food. When looking for a great place to have brunch, appetizing food is a must. Josephine House. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Josephine House (@josephineofaustin). Best Brunch in Austin. Make a Reservation.

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Online Ordering Back of House Seasonal Menu Reservations 131

Restaurant Clicks

DECEMBER 17, 2021

You can also frequent Dumbo’s famous flea markets and food markets to fill up on local eats and search for unique trinkets. Saketumi Asian Bistro Iron Chef House Kyoto Ozu Japanese Cuisine & Lounge Hibino KI Sushi Taiki Daigo Hand Roll Bar. Their friendly staff, affordable menu, and fast service make them a great take-out spot.

Front of House 101

Front of House Fast Casual Fine Dining Back of House 101

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 20, 2021

Despite facing the pressure to stay open and operational over the last year, restaurants have gone above and beyond the “new normal” to rethink their operations, including seating arrangements and menu offerings, and in many cases reducing their staff to just the barebones. How do we entice them back into the workforce?"

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Technology Front of House Back of House Healthcare 186

Restaurant Clicks

NOVEMBER 21, 2021

San Jose is also home to the Winchester Mystery House, a mansion the widow of gunmaker William Winchester constructed over many years. La Foret is a French restaurant housed in a storied building, once a boarding house during the California Gold Rush. The menu offers vegetarian options. Order Online. Le Papillon.

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Back of House Online Ordering Front of House Seasonal Menu 118

Restaurant Clicks

OCTOBER 10, 2021

Taquitos West Ave Tacos el Regio Garcia’s Mexican Food El Pastor es Mi Señor Tacos and Chelas Mexican Kitchen Pete’s Tako House Ray’s Drive Inn Chelas Taco Henry’s Puffy Taco Tacos N Salsa Little Taco Factory Taqueria El Trombo Taco House Taqueria Datapoint Torchys Tacos Carnitas Lonja The Jerk Shack. Taquitos West Ave.

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Online Ordering Food Truck Back of House Food Order 112

Restaurant Clicks

OCTOBER 15, 2021

It gives you classic American diner food on one corner and a Lebanese restaurant on the next. I look for a menu with a variety of sweet and savory menu items, so I don’t have to pick between the two. I can order dishes like blueberry topped pancakes alongside lobster mac & cheese rather than choose between them.

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Online Ordering Reservations Front of House Back of House 138

Restaurant Clicks

JUNE 3, 2021

Upper West Side Cafe Lulu’s Wine Garden Laos in Town DC Corazon Hedy’s Rooftop Immigrant Food Equinox Restaurant Compass Rose Calico Dukes’ Grocery Hi-Lawn Blackwall Hitch Ruthie’s All Day. Their menu is always changing, but order the Impossible Sliders if you see them! Order Online. Upper West Side Cafe.

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Outdoor Dine-in Reservations Front of House 147