Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Since the labor shortage across the supply chain is likely to persist past the short-term and with other costs also increasing, one of the few ways restaurants can maintain their margins without raising their prices is to find ingredients that have better yields and require less labor to prepare. per portion. Product design?

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 27, 2023

However, persistent labor shortages are pushing restaurants to explore automation and artificial intelligence to streamline operations – from kitchen management to customer service – to alleviate staffing pressures while also enhancing efficiency.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 30, 2024

For restaurants, LTOs create new avenues to connect with customers and generate opportunities for chefs to expand offerings. Any quick-service restaurant endeavoring to increase consumer engagement and create a dynamic brand needs to consider making LTOs a significant part of their menu development. All the tasting doesn’t hurt either.

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Ken Burgin

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Inflation is back, following dramatic rises in energy costs, wages and all the food & beverage supplies we purchase. Operators still holding the price of meals to what they were 12 months ago are bearing the brunt of massive increases in the cost of ingredients. So how do you put up prices with confidence and style?

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 8, 2024

QSRs Shift Focus from Slow-Paced Dining to Swift, Transactional Experiences Quick Service Restaurants (QSRs) are reimagining their dining spaces to prioritize speed, convenience, and personalization over traditional, slow-paced dining experiences. For the second part, click here.

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2024 Loyalty Program Cash Management Customer Experience 212

7 Shifts

DECEMBER 18, 2023

When customer complaints or employee concerns come up, each manager can get up to speed just by reading the log book. With tip payouts, servers share portions of their tips with other staff members, such as bartenders, hosts, and food runners. Kiosk ordering Your busy customers don’t always have time to wait in line.

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Culinary Cues

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

So, here is what we know and what we must learn to work with: [] COVID PROTOCOLS WILL LIKELY BE WITH US FOR SOME TIME: You’re tired of it, your employees are tired of it, and your customers are tired of, but it is the second-best tool in your toy chest (next to the vaccine) to help keep this pandemic under control and keep everyone safe.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 20, 2023

While there was a strong desire to return to pre-pandemic norms, many businesses underestimated the lasting impact of COVID-19 on customer behaviours and preferences. Customers displayed a pronounced preference for flexibility, seeking the capability to modify loyalty programs in response to evolving consumer trends and demands.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 20, 2022

The restaurant industry once again proved its resilience in 2022 as it dealt with ongoing obstacles like inflation, supply chain, labor shortages and more. Increasing menu pricing has helped to offset costs and so far, has continued to attract customers since grocery prices are outpacing the increases in restaurant tickets for dining out."

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Culinary Cues

JULY 15, 2022

Sorry, there isn’t a lot of good news for restaurants and chefs in recent years-except up to this point customer demand for the experience is rising. But not enough attention is being given to the issues surrounding the supply chain and the lack of real solutions. The war has nearly taken this robust farming nation off the map.

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Culinary Cues

AUGUST 22, 2022

The food was, of course excellent, but more importantly reflective of the region and its history and the experiences of the chef. The dish machine was likely an under counter unit and there was no need for a walk-in cooler since supplies were purchased every day; a reach-in or two would suffice. author unknown.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 25, 2023

Inventory management becomes a breeze with AI-driven tools that assist in supply chain forecasting. " Beyond the back office, AI is revolutionizing in-app customer service, especially in mobile apps. The drive-through experience is not immune to AI advancements either. For starters, consider data integrity.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 10, 2022

Restaurants must keep innovating to elevate the diner experience. Food prices are soaring amidst supply chain disruptions, increasing labor costs, and processing plant shutdowns. Poultry prices are up 15 percent to 18 percent ; the cost of eggs has risen 73 percent. First-Rate Service. Seven out of 10 U.S.

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Culinary Cues

JANUARY 8, 2021

So here is the good news: there will be ample opportunities in 2021 and beyond for chefs, cooks, managers, and service staff who recognize the immediacy of the challenge and the new skill set that will be required of successful players and leaders in the field. then it’s time to retire. [] SUPPLY CHAIN NEGOTIATOR. If this is your M.O.

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Culinary Cues

JUNE 14, 2022

Let’s begin with some facts about the business of serving food: There are more than 1 million restaurant locations in the United States. 64% of those independent restaurants were “full-service”. Everywhere you look, people are beginning to line up for a return to the good old days of restaurant service. Remember only 1.4%

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 28, 2023

As we step into the new year, it is crucial to examine how AI goes beyond being a buzzword and becomes a real driving force that shapes the way we experience dining. According to Business Insider , 60 percent of restaurants who implemented AI technology say it's critical in improving their supply chain process.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 30, 2024

Typical restaurant KPIs involve monitoring costs around food, labor and supplies, pricing adjustments, table turnover rates during peak periods, customer wait times, promotion effectiveness, brand sentiment on review sites, and training completion rates. Define the one or two KPIs most critical for your top growth goals.

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Leadership Small Business Cash Management Customer Experience 199

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

The turmoil caused by the pandemic has disrupted global supply chains more than any other period in recent history. It has highlighted the critical importance of evolving supply chain systems to be more responsive and agile to the changing dynamics around us – which the past two years have been extensive.

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Culinary Cues

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

The choice to be great or not so great is in the hands of the restaurateur and the folks who make a living with food. We can all choose to be great at what we do; choose to master our craft and create outstanding experiences for guests and co-workers alike, or we can choose to shrug our shoulders and surrender to mediocrity.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Those who don’t are effectively lowering their prices. Understand if your prices are keeping pace with inflation and maintain a markup that matches the costs associated with paying suppliers and staff. Restaurants are dealing with the dual hit of labor shortages and supply chain challenges? Why do you feel that might be?

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Cash Management Food Supply Seasonal Menu Social Media 202

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 13, 2022

Rising inflation has impacted businesses for the better part of the year, leading many to modify their menus and increase prices in the face of higher ingredient costs. But restaurants face a fine balance in increasing costs, as customers are also impacted by the realities of inflation.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

And while many restaurants have returned to a post-COVID normalcy, the impending inflation has now introduced rising food costs, ultimately impacting the restaurant supply chain as food costs rise. This means it is key to provide all open locations are distributed with the right supplies to run day-to-day operations.

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Culinary Cues

NOVEMBER 6, 2022

My professional life has been dedicated to the kitchen, the people of restaurants, the ingredients and their source, the process and the adrenaline, the service and an opportunity to make people happy, and of course those plates as they slide down the pass. They are all part of my passion for the preparation and service of food.

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Food Truck Customer Service Customer Experience Food Supply 393

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 14, 2021

Our company welcomes technology that will help our team members maximize time and efficiency and make their jobs more doable and enjoyable, creating a better experience for them and customers alike. Restaurants will continue to grapple with labor shortages and supply chain disruptions throughout 2022.

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2022 Food Supply Mobile Ordering Customer Experience 186

7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

Consider two worst-case scenarios: A customer orders extra guacamole but your restaurant is all out of avocados or, on the other hand, you've just walked past a crate of rotten, unusable (and expensive!) You'll also be less likely to order too much of any ingredient, which leads to food waste. of the total amount of purchased food.

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Inventory Management Management Point of Sale 370

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 8, 2023

From the rise of Instagram food bloggers and selfie walls to paying outrageous prices for the #SaltBae experience , consumers are now expecting restaurants to deliver an experience beyond flavor. If they take the risk of stepping outside their homes, diners look for more than casual, throw-away experiences.

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Social Media Customer Experience Website Management Customer Service 177

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 23, 2022

Restaurants themselves are impacted by many of the same pressures – from rising food costs to freight and labor supply. Fostering a strong relationship with loyal customers can position restaurants for even greater success during times of increased economic stability. Evaluating Resources. Keeping Guests at the Forefront.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 20, 2023

2023 brought new challenges to the table for the restaurant industry, from rising food prices due to inflation to continued disruptions in the supply chain. Instead, they need to integrate data insights with marketing functionality using next-generation marketing technology solutions that help identify priority customers.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 20, 2023

Learn how the foodservice industry can stay competitive and fresh amid widespread food and labor shortages. As consumers watch food prices continue to rise, the demand for cost-effective meal solutions are prompting c-stores, full-service, and quick-service restaurants to increase their offerings.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Behavioral changes in spending habits, standards of service, and efficiency models have all changed. At the same time, producers, suppliers and shipping companies have increased their prices; rent and energy prices have also continued to go up vis-à-vis the impact of the Ukraine-Russia conflict. Not operators.

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7 Shifts

AUGUST 6, 2021

On a micro level, forecasting helps a restaurant plan for inventory orders and how many employees need to work each shift to make and sell food. Proper Service for the Restaurant. No customer wants to hear that you're out of their favorite dish. Why Should You Conduct a Restaurant Forecast? What can 7shifts do for you?

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Clover - Restaurants

APRIL 9, 2024

Thankfully, the restaurant industry has bounced back from those difficult times, but one thing is still true–supply chain challenges continue to be obstacles that cannot be overlooked. Reliable, quality food suppliers for restaurants are one of the few key components that a dining establishment must have to remain operational.

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Food Supply Online Ordering Food Truck Food Order 98

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 9, 2023

From the humble QR code, which quickly became a mainstay during the pandemic, to recent reports of “digital-only” restaurants, tech is starting to define service for restaurants and customers alike. Building a loyal fan base is all about creating great experiences and, for this, automation can be a very useful tool.

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Mobile Ordering Customer Experience Seasonal Menu Loyalty Program 173

The Rail

MAY 15, 2024

Peer into counter service restaurants, from fast food chains to trendy eateries, which play an active role in the restaurant industry. They provide a hands-on experience that lets customers place their orders and enjoy quality eats at lower costs. Generally lower food prices than full-service restaurants.

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Fast Casual Customer Service Customer Experience Fine Dining 52

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 13, 2023

Since the pandemic, restaurants have endured a plethora of issues ranging from fluctuating dining restrictions to supply chain issues to rising food prices. Evidently, restaurants will still have to work to meet increased demand, and customer service must be a focal point even when tightening budgets.

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Front of House Back of House Online Ordering Food Order 207

7 Shifts

JANUARY 20, 2023

This means big business for restaurants, and a surge in customers and sales. While some restaurants may see a decrease in business on Super Bowl Sunday due to the game being televised, many others see it as an opportunity to bring in more customers. Plus, be sure to stock up on those supplies! In 2019, diners spent $81.30

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Cheetah

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

COVID-19, supply chain issues and rising food prices have placed the future of major broadliners at risk. Big names like Sysco, Restaurant Depot and others are now fighting to maintain their customer base as more and more SMB restaurants are making the transition to smaller, honest distributors like Cheetah. Good for you!

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