7 Shifts

JANUARY 31, 2024

Managing a restaurant is a delicate routine—if we can even call it a routine. Managers are responsible for nearly every aspect of the restaurant and have to cover a variety of duties. In addition to their main duties, restaurant managers also have to contend with all the unwritten or hidden responsibilities that fall on them.

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Management Management Kitchen Safety Front of House 398

Culinary Cues

APRIL 10, 2023

To some it may simply seem like the squeaky wheel syndrome (a handful of people with loud voices) as dialogue about exodus from the restaurant business continues to raise eyebrows. There are, unfortunately some restaurants who fit the accusations. To some degree it is a result of perceptions left unchecked, but not in every case.

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Employee Relations Restaurant Law Waste Article 472

The Restaurant Times

JANUARY 28, 2022

If you are in the restaurant business, you must know that its service quality primarily depends on its staff. Therefore, as a restaurateur, you must go the extra mile to build a distinctive brand identity in a competitive restaurant space, especially in a country like the UAE, where the restaurant industry market size stood at $13.2

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Training Food Safety Restaurant Law Customer Service 52

Culinary Cues

OCTOBER 19, 2020

This is the principle of Murphy’s Law that every cook subscribes to. In its simplest form, Murphy’s Law states: If anything can go wrong, it will. PLAN BETTER – TRAIN HARDER. Restaurant Consulting. www.harvestamericacues.com BLOG. If left to chance – whatever could go wrong – will. CAFÉ Talks Podcast.

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Restaurant Law Communication Café Take-out 444

7 Shifts

JUNE 3, 2022

We don't have to tell you that the restaurant industry has a turnover problem. Restaurants are a transitional industry for many—but many of the reasons that workers quit are entirely preventable. 8 Reasons Why Restaurant Workers Quit — And How To Prevent It. 7shifts Tip Pooling and Distribution Software for Restaurants.

Tip Distribution 398

Tip Distribution Email Marketing Communication Coaching 398

7 Shifts

AUGUST 10, 2020

This is the restaurant back office in its natural state – but not at all at its finest. Even though the practice of restaurant management continues to move digital, the physical space of your restaurant back office still needs to be organized. Don’t have the budget for any filing products?

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Document Restaurant Law Book Point of Sale 351

Culinary Cues

APRIL 3, 2020

I have always been a believer in the reality of Murphy’s Law: “If something is left to go wrong – it will.” Here are some examples of scenarios to plan for: [] PEOPLE ARE AFRAID TO BE IN A RESTAURANT WITH CROWDS. Make sure that every employee is properly trained and on-board with the importance of this process.

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Guest Recovery Social Media Kitchen Safety Food Safety 318

7 Shifts

JULY 24, 2020

While you must follow the strict guidelines to ensure the safety of your staff and customers, that’s not to say you can’t take advantage of an empty restaurant to improve your knowledge of restaurant management, running a business, and creating a recipe for success when you eventually get back to business as usual. Goodreads: 4.09

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Book Management Management Restaurant Law 370

7 Shifts

JANUARY 31, 2024

Managing a restaurant is a delicate routine—if we can even call it a routine. Managers are responsible for nearly every aspect of the restaurant and have to cover a variety of duties. In addition to their main duties, restaurant managers also have to contend with all the unwritten or hidden responsibilities that fall on them.

Management 195

Management Management Kitchen Safety Front of House 195

Culinary Cues

MAY 4, 2022

Share what you know with others, listen to them, and never exhibit any belief that you are somehow better than they are. [] IT’S NOT ABOUT YOU, IT’S ABOUT THE TEAM: The only consistently successful restaurants are the ones where every member of the team knows they are equal. PLAN BETTER – TRAIN HARDER. CAFÉ Talks Podcast.

2022 372

2022 Coaching Education Kitchen Safety 372

Culinary Cues

OCTOBER 23, 2019

The likely cause is one of the following: They have tried in the past and been burned by management, they don’t care, they have never been trained properly, they are told to never make decisions on their own. Remember Murphy’s Law – if something can go wrong – it will. Empowering your trained employees to make decisions.

Hospitality 206

Hospitality Employee Relations Cash Management Training 206

Culinary Cues

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

If employees are properly trained to perform a task then you need to trust them to do it. Let them know about sales, food cost, labor cost, changes in vendor prices, increases in utilities, mortgage or lease arrangements, and how profitable or unprofitable the restaurant is. PLAN BETTER – TRAIN HARDER. Restaurant Consulting.

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Culinary Cues

JUNE 11, 2020

OK, so here we are: restaurants are beginning to re-open (maybe prematurely, maybe not) and we are all scared to death. We are fearful that 25% or 50% capacity in our restaurants will not allow us to survive – so, what’s the point? Well, for one thing – normal really wasn’t that great for restaurants – was it?

Restaurant Law 322

Restaurant Law Customer Service Customer Experience Food Supply 322

Culinary Cues

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

There can occasionally be room for a creative dish or two, but when it comes to breakfast – most restaurant guests are looking for well-executed familiarity. call from the restaurant stating that the breakfast cook called out or didn’t show. PLAN BETTER – TRAIN HARDER. Restaurant Consulting. CAFÉ Talks Podcast.

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Back of House Dine-in Restaurant Law Ordering 518

Culinary Cues

OCTOBER 4, 2022

How many restaurants suffer from employees not showing up to work, failing to step in the kitchen ready to work, failing to respect the standards of excellence that a restaurant is basing its reputation on, or failing to do a job to the best of their ability? PLAN BETTER – TRAIN HARDER. www.harvestamericacues.com BLOG.

Supplies 396

Supplies Healthcare Presentation Restaurant Law 396

Culinary Cues

DECEMBER 31, 2020

One issue that may seem to be just another to add to the pile is the health of the restaurant industry in our country. To some, restaurants will always be a luxury and not a necessity – something that is great to have, but not essential. When approached, as it should be – your position is very challenging, at times – almost impossible.

Restaurant Law 520

Restaurant Law Government Mobile Ordering Take-out 520

7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

Before restaurants can record a profit, they need to take several expenses into account—inventory, kitchen equipment, building utilities, and of course, labor. What is Restaurant Labor Cost Percentage? The formula for calculating labor cost percentage is: Restaurant Labor Cost Percentage = (Total Labor Costs) ÷ (Total Sales) x 100%.

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Management Management Employee Relations Restaurant Law 253

Culinary Cues

OCTOBER 24, 2022

More than anything else, when I was in restaurant kitchens I looked forward to planning and testing the next set of menu changes. Never feel that it is somehow “cheating” to research through cookbooks, visiting other restaurants, or talking with professional peers and then re-creating an item that inspires you. Are you up to it?

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Seasonal Menu Front of House Presentation Menu 308

360Training

JANUARY 14, 2020

Here’s everything you need to know: age restrictions, qualifications, the kind of training that might be required in your area, and potential future career paths. How to Get a Job as a Restaurant Server. Not everyone starts as a server—some begin food service through limited-service restaurants (i.e., Absolutely!

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Restaurant Law Certification Food Safety Kitchen Safety 78

7 Shifts

MARCH 27, 2020

We’ve created this COVID-19 restaurant closure guide to help restaurateurs like you navigate these difficult times. The law This major decision isn’t entirely up to you. If local laws mandate that you have to shut your restaurant down, then you must comply. Here are some things to think about before you shut your doors.

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Social Media Restaurant Law Employee Relations Communication 312

Goliath Consulting

JANUARY 20, 2023

Restaurants have been a staple for many couples celebrating Valentine’s Day together. According to researchers, Valentine’s Day is the second busiest holiday for restaurants, with about 25% of Americans dining out. 1 Valentine’s Day is the best time to create promotions to help increase your restaurant’s profit.

Social Media 78

Social Media Restaurant Law Events 2022 78

7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 26, 2021

What are the benefits of self-operated delivery for restaurants? These fees, when not managed, cut deep into razor-thin margins, and in some cases, can contribute to a restaurant closing for good. Without existing apps, this lives on your restaurant’s website. Which means no fees paid to UberEats, GrubHub, Postmates, DoorDash.

Online Ordering 341

Online Ordering Ordering Customer Service Food Order 341

Sling

APRIL 27, 2023

Restaurant operations management is essential for the long-term health of your business. In this article, we examine the specific goals of restaurant operations management and discuss a number of ways to help you improve the program in your own business. Table of contents What is restaurant operations management?

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Operations Management Management Inventory 78

Restaurant365

AUGUST 19, 2020

Successful restaurant owners and operators don’t just provide great food. The people piece of the puzzle can be challenging for restaurants. Because of the complicated nature of human resources (HR) and the sprawling regulations surrounding payroll, HR and payroll can be a recurring headache for restaurant owners and operators.

Restaurant Law 131

Restaurant Law Recruiting Employee Relations Food Safety 131

Restaurant365

MAY 15, 2020

Approaching restaurant scheduling for your business recovery. Some of your inventory ordering questions are answered in a recent blog post. It’s not possible to look at last year versus where your restaurant is now. With restaurant management software, forecasting is automated. Restaurant scheduling tips.

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Restaurant Law Front of House Mobile Ordering Fine Dining 148

Culinary Cues

NOVEMBER 8, 2019

Every serious cook lives by the rules of Murphy’s Law: if something can go wrong – it will. PLAN BETTER – TRAIN HARDER. Restaurant Consulting. www.harvestamericacues.com BLOG. The line cook looks to the right and left and gives a thumbs-up and fist bump to each team member. Harvest America Ventures, LLC.

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Fine Dining Dine-in Restaurant Law Take-out 361

Hot Schedules

JUNE 22, 2020

Predictive Scheduling laws are now in place for six cities and one state, primarily impacting the restaurant and retail industries. Predictive Scheduling laws are now in place for six cities and one state, primarily impacting the restaurant and retail industries. Philadelphia Chicago. Contact Us. Related Posts.

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Audits Employee Relations Restaurant Law Customer Service 97

Sling

MAY 24, 2023

Every restaurant should have an employee handbook. In essence, a restaurant employee handbook does two things: Tells employees what you expect of them Tells employees what they can expect from you In addition, a restaurant employee handbook can be a source of protection against litigation.

Employee Relations 88

Employee Relations Restaurant Law Information Back of House 88

Restaurant365

MAY 7, 2020

In adapting your restaurant business for a new short-term normal, keep the following guidelines in mind. Thoroughly sanitize your entire restaurant, especially if you were completely shut down. General managers and restaurant owner/operators should create checklists for crew and managers to use during their shifts.

Food Safety 142

Food Safety Cash Management Point of Sale Social Media 142

Culinary Cues

JUNE 2, 2022

Murphy’s Law has been tested time and again and it seems that in most cases Murphy’s Law wins. Murphy’s Law (If anything can go wrong, it will) was born at Edwards Air Force Base – in 1949. When a commodity is placed in the hands of a few, then eventually Murphy’s Law rears up its ugly head. CAFÉ Talks Podcast.

Supplies 358

Supplies Restaurant Law Food Supply Consumer Goods 358

Culinary Cues

MARCH 30, 2023

I don’t know if it’s totally unique to the kitchen trades, but aside from the bonds of sporting teams or the unbreakable ties that those in the military, law enforcement, and fire departments share, being part of a kitchen family is quite unique. Is it the love of food that creates this incredible link?

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Coaching Restaurant Law Sports Café 503

Culinary Cues

MARCH 4, 2020

What I learned painted an interesting picture: he had 10 kids (that’s right – 10), his mother-in-law also lived with his family and Don was the sole income earner. JUAN THE ON AGAIN, OFF AGAIN CHEF: You have worked with others just like Juan – he had been employed by half the restaurants in town at some point.

Employee Relations 307

Employee Relations Hotels Take-out Restaurant Law 307

Culinary Cues

MARCH 15, 2022

However, I look around and see many other professions with similar challenges: nurses, doctors, engineers, firefighters, EMT’s, law enforcement, research scientists, steel workers, and the list goes on and on. It’s kind of like the weightlifter who jumps into a cross-fit regimen, or the runner that decides to train for a triathlon.

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Kitchen Safety Blog Restaurant Law Book 375

Sling

MAY 9, 2023

Efficient and effective restaurant operations don’t just happen. The result of all that effort can be a successful restaurant that runs well even when you’re not there. In this article, we discuss some of the best ways to improve your restaurant operations and introduce you to the tools that can help make that easier.

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Operations Loyalty Program Food Safety Front of House 78

Restaurant365

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

Some are predicting a potential boom in the restaurant industry in the post-pandemic era. Consumers are ready to return to restaurants, and companies are innovating with new business models and new locations. However, if there’s one thing that will have a huge effect on all future business trends, it is new labor wage laws.

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Restaurant Law Point of Sale BOH Customer Service 78

BNG Point of Sale

DECEMBER 6, 2021

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires businesses, including restaurants and retailers, to make reasonable modifications in their policies, practices, or procedures when necessary to accommodate people with disabilities. This act specifies how businesses, such as restaurants and retailers, can accommodate disabled people. .

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POS Employee Relations Restaurant Law Point of Sale 52

Restaurant365

JUNE 17, 2020

Your restaurant operations include many different expenses, from food and beverage to utilities. As your restaurant responds to the effects of COVID-19, you need to optimize your restaurant payroll percentage. Your restaurant payroll cost is not fixed and may fluctuate with sales. What is restaurant payroll percentage?

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Tip Distribution Point of Sale Employee Relations Restaurant Law 78