7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

ChowNow ChowNow is a customized online ordering app for restaurants. When you sign up for either the monthly or annual plan, the ChowNow team will build an iPhone app tailored specifically to your business and made available via the iTunes App Store, free for your customers to download and enjoy. Apple | Android 4.

Operations 367

Operations Management Management Mobile Ordering 367

7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

ChowNow ChowNow is a customized online ordering app for restaurants. When you sign up for either the monthly or annual plan, the ChowNow team will build an iPhone app tailored specifically to your business and made available via the iTunes App Store, free for your customers to download and enjoy. Apple | Android 4.

Operations 353

Operations Management Management Mobile Ordering 353

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. avocados in the stock room.

Inventory 370

Inventory Management Management Point of Sale 370

7 Shifts

MAY 23, 2024

This proves that any restaurant business owner who wants to survive in this economy should be open to trying unconventional sales strategies to attract customers and continue making a profit. Once in your customers' hands, this piece of paper can directly influence what your diners order and how much they spend in one sitting.

Social Media 195

Social Media Loyalty Program SEO Email Marketing 195

7 Shifts

DECEMBER 18, 2023

It also gets rid of those frustrating sticky notes all over your POS. When customer complaints or employee concerns come up, each manager can get up to speed just by reading the log book. Kiosk ordering Your busy customers don’t always have time to wait in line. Management log books also cut down on confusion.

Management 195

Management Management Email Marketing Point of Sale 195

7 Shifts

MAY 23, 2024

Food cost percentage When deciding how much to price your menu items, TouchBistro advises keeping the food cost percentage anywhere between 20% and 40%. You can easily retrieve this data from your POS system. This can reduce your budget for ingredients and, at the same time, minimize food waste.

Point of Sale 222

Point of Sale Seasonal Menu Food Supply Cash Management 222

7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

The demands of the modern bar are significant: inventory issues, demanding customers, volatile prices, and — perhaps the biggest of all — staffing, scheduling, and other labor concerns. More data-driven decisions Bar management software also typically collects all sorts of data on your operations and your customers.

Inventory 195

Inventory Bar Management Management 195

7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

The demands of the modern bar are significant: inventory issues, demanding customers, volatile prices, and — perhaps the biggest of all — staffing, scheduling, and other labor concerns. More data-driven decisions Bar management software also typically collects all sorts of data on your operations and your customers.

Inventory 195

Inventory Bar Management Management 195

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. Read the first part, here. For the second part, click here.

2024 212

2024 Loyalty Program Cash Management Customer Experience 212

Lavu

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

By staying on top of profit margins, you can make informed decisions about pricing, portion sizes, and operational costs, thereby improving your profit margins. Therefore, exploring effective ways to increase sales and carefully managing expenses, pricing, and menu offerings become vital strategies in maintaining a healthy profit margin.

Fast Casual 123

Fast Casual Fine Dining Food Truck Loyalty Program 123

Apicbase

OCTOBER 28, 2022

If CoGs and overheads rise due to inflation, your menu prices should follow. That way, you can keep price increases minimal. In normal circumstances, when menu prices have to be adjusted, it is usually done strategically and with great caution. Drastic price hikes are the last resort for restaurants.

Pricing 98

Pricing Point of Sale Inventory Seasonal Menu 98

7 Shifts

MAY 31, 2021

The term can refer to the logistics of any and all tasks in a restaurant, including its finances, its kitchen, its staff, and its service model. For a restaurant to operate efficiently, it needs to be stocked up with the right amount of inventory – however, it can't be so stocked up that food waste becomes an issue. Customer Service.

Operations 363

Operations Inventory Hiring Customer Service 363

7 Shifts

JUNE 4, 2021

Numbers can give us insights into everything from profits and losses to average customer spend to how often employees cycle through. Average customer headcount. Customer Acquisition Costs. Customer Retention Rate. Ideal menu price. It also plays a key factor in pricing your menu. Prime costs. Check Average.

Point of Sale 417

Point of Sale Inventory Employee Relations Customer Service 417

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Brands are looking to restaurant technology to maintain a healthy connection with their suppliers, experiment faster, and predict the performance of new concepts and service models. In order to reduce cost, waste, and optimize inventory, the process begins with planning and forecasting. Planning and Forecasting.

Supplies 215

Supplies Management Management Food Supply 215

BNG Point of Sale

OCTOBER 13, 2021

Convenience Store POS System Costs. Costs to be Aware of When Considering a Convenience Store POS System. To be successful, a convenience store business owner must closely monitor operational errors, waste of business hours, and business losses. A convenience store POS system includes hardware and software: POS Hardware.

POS 52

POS Cash Management Point of Sale Equipment 52

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 10, 2023

The most widely adapted tools this year include new or expanded online ordering, contactless payments, QR code ordering and new POS and restaurant management systems. This in turn allows restaurant owners and managers to provide a better and more tailored service for their customers.

Technology 181

Technology Customer Service Online Ordering Hospitality 181

7 Shifts

AUGUST 20, 2020

If you’re one of the one in four restaurateurs who only uses a POS system, you may want to consider expanding your tech stack. Make sure that the products you choose integrate with your POS for maximum impact! Because of COVID-19 restrictions on on-premise dining, customers are turning to takeout and delivery like never before.

Technology 293

Technology Mobile Ordering Dietary Restrictions Cash Management 293

7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 19, 2019

Every great restaurant has many parts that contribute to its success: delicious food, excellent customer service, an inviting atmosphere, and competent staff. Restaurant managers are the on-the-ground team members responsible for keeping the operation efficient and providing excellent service to diners.

Management 284

Management Management 2019 Employee Relations 284

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 19, 2022

The prices of goods and services have increased 8.5 Rebounding demand, supply chain issues, and labor shortages are mostly to blame for driving prices to an all-time high. It requires a careful examination of your recipes, your team’s prep efficiency, and menu item prices. Take Advantage of QR Codes.

Waste 182

Waste Food Supply Point of Sale Inventory 182

The Restaurant Times

AUGUST 30, 2022

The food service industry across the world is saturated with a large number of players without much variation in terms of offerings. One such new-age technology is the restaurant point of sale (POS) system. What is a Restaurant POS System? How does a Restaurant POS System work?

POS 52

POS 2022 Point of Sale Mobile Ordering 52

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

Restaurants will also explore delivery options beyond costly third-party partnerships, and hike delivery menu prices to make the channel more lucrative as off-premise demand holds steady. A short menu can slim down the food costs through streamlined inventory management, as well as reduced food waste. Simplified Menus.

2022 216

2022 Customer Service Online Ordering Website Management 216

Apicbase

MAY 8, 2024

However, with numerous similar systems available, tailored to various types of food service operations and specific use cases, you might ask, ‘Which software is the best fit for my business?’ We also analyse customer feedback from platforms like G2 and Capterra to highlight the pros and cons users have encountered.

Inventory 52

Inventory Food Supply Kitchen Safety Back of House 52

Apicbase

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Food costs increased in 2023: according to one survey, 60% of operators reported that all or most suppliers raised their prices , up from 50% in 2022. Most operators raised their menu prices in 2023, but fewer expect to do so in 2024. Although revenue went up (thanks to higher prices), profits went down due to high food costs and debt.

2024 52

2024 Operations 2023 Loyalty Program 52

Apicbase

APRIL 18, 2024

A restaurant’s raw data includes sales numbers, inventory data, ingredient pricing, recipe quantities and units, and financial figures. An item price report lets you see how prices have changed over time. POS systems can tell the total sales, staff hours, and most popular dishes.

Operations 52

Operations Inventory Waste Food Order 52

7 Shifts

AUGUST 6, 2021

Inaccurate sales forecasting can result in wasted funds on labor, inventory, and even operating expenses for the restaurant. Wasted inventory is one of the most needless - yet avoidable - expenses that a restaurant can make. Proper Service for the Restaurant. No customer wants to hear that you're out of their favorite dish.

Seasonal Menu 370

Seasonal Menu Point of Sale Inventory Food Supply 370

Focus POS

DECEMBER 8, 2021

During a “normal” year, restaurant owners and operators face issues such as cash flow and capital, inventory management, hiring and training and providing excellent customer service. How the right POS system overcomes restaurant challenges. It’s Challenging. For example, replace telephone orders with online ordering.

Mobile Ordering 148

Mobile Ordering Point of Sale Cash Management Online Ordering 148

The Restaurant Times

OCTOBER 13, 2021

A good restaurant loyalty program could be a customer magnet for your restaurant. When it comes to rewards programs, customers have expectations, and if those expectations are not satisfied, it can be tough to persuade them to participate in your loyalty program. 5 Ways How A Tablet POS System Can Boost Restaurant Loyalty Programme .

Loyalty Program 52

Loyalty Program POS Allergens Mobile Ordering 52

Apicbase

MAY 29, 2024

According to Statista , in 2023, the revenue of online food delivery was estimated at over $1 trillion, and it is expected to hold a 50% share of the drive-thru and takeaway food service markets by 2030. Rather, they are part of the logistics chain of a food service operation that may or may not have online ordering in its business model.

Kitchen Safety 52

Kitchen Safety Front of House Online Ordering Food Order 52

Apicbase

APRIL 11, 2024

Having the best POS system and a constant flow of customers might seem like a sure path to success, but without proper back-of-house management, your restaurants have little chance of making real money. The restaurant back office, or back of house (BOH), is the non-customer-facing side of the restaurant business.

Operations 52

Operations Back of House Allergens Front of House 52

Squirrel Systems

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

In this article, we delve into the anticipated restaurant and menu trends for 2024 and explore how technology, particularly advanced point-of-sale (POS) solutions, can enable restaurateurs to ride the wave of these trends successfully. This agility is crucial for staying relevant in a market where culinary innovation is critical.

2024 52

2024 Technology Menu Mobile Ordering 52

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 20, 2022

Voice ordering could be implemented at self-service kiosks or drive-throughs, allowing guests to place orders conversationally—and without touching anything, a great safety measure in the pandemic age. Kiosks that Personalize Customer Experiences. Autonomous Vehicles and Drive-Thrus. Automation and Robotics in the Kitchen.

Food Order 204

Food Order Waste Online Ordering Email Marketing 204

Hot Schedules

JULY 26, 2021

Rather than limiting inventory or reducing the customer experience, here are five ways the right retail scheduling solution empowers managers to cut costs through efficient workforce management — without burning out the staff. Enforced clock-ins through an integration with your Point-of-Sale (POS) system and labor management tools.

Retail 148

Retail Point of Sale Employee Relations Inventory 148

Harbor Touch

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Restaurants of all sizes embrace software technology to improve the customer experience and streamline operations, from ordering systems to kitchen automation. Transforming customer service. Software technology has revolutionized the restaurant industry, particularly in customer service. Innovating online ordering.

Loyalty Program 78

Loyalty Program Online Ordering Kitchen Safety Customer Experience 78

Mad Mobile

MARCH 1, 2024

Depending on how you use them, they could revolutionize how you interact with your customers. Boosting revenue: a closer look The discussion around restaurant tablets centers on two different modes of deployment: customer-driven and server-driven tablets. It’s not just about one aspect of the customer journey either.

Seasonal Menu 40

Seasonal Menu POS Loyalty Program Customer Experience 40

Apicbase

APRIL 5, 2024

But automation in food service is much more than that. The 2024 Square Future of Restaurants report surveyed thousands of restaurant owners and customers across the United States, Canada, and the UK. Determine precise batch quantities based on actual demand, enabling more accurate food cost control and less waste.

Back of House 52

Back of House Front of House BOH Point of Sale 52

Sling

MAY 9, 2023

ADD_THIS_TEXT Restaurant operations (or RO for short) is the collective term for all the activities that go into managing a food-service business — everything from the daily responsibilities that need to be done to the long-term planning that keeps the business on track. How to improve restaurant operations What is restaurant operations?

Operations 78

Operations Loyalty Program Food Safety Front of House 78

Restaurant365

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

You’re tracking deliveries, making the most of your food budget, and ensuring your staff is prepared to serve customers. The data from inventory management can help you place more accurate orders, calculate exact food costs, make informed menu changes, and address potential sources of food waste. It’s hard to fix what you can’t see.

Inventory 138

Inventory Management Management Point of Sale 138