Culinary Cues

APRIL 9, 2024

Most of us have been there at some point. You know the feeling and you shake your head thinking back to those moments. You thought you were good, a solid line cook or prep cook, a couple years of experience under your belt working in a busy restaurant. You were on fire and felt confident that you would be a star in any operation. So, you applied for a job at one of the best restaurants in town, a place admired by all.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 9, 2024

According to the National Restaurant Association, competition in the restaurant sector is strong. In fact, 45 percent of restaurant operators expect competition to be more intense than last year. Why? A chief reason is due to caution or uncertainty exhibited by conscious consumers, with 48 percent saying they are taking the ‘wait and see’ approach and holding back on spending in 2024.

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Sculpture Hospitality

APRIL 9, 2024

The restaurant hustle never sleeps, and neither do the challenges that come with it. As a restaurant manager, you’ve likely experienced your fair share of inaccurate inventory , inefficient processes, product waste, and potentially even lower-than-expected profit margins.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 9, 2024

More than half of respondents (54 percent) expressed optimism about the positive impact of AI in the restaurant industry, according to a survey from Slang.ai. Despite this optimism, less than one-third of operators currently utilize AI indicating untapped potential for technological integration within the industry. A promising 71.6 percent of restaurant operators plan to adopt AI soon, with nearly 94 percent acknowledging its necessity to remain competitive.

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Advertiser: Paycor

There’s no away around it: sometimes employees need your help. Use this free template to clarify expectations, share resources, and set a timeline. Best case scenario, this process helps them improve. Worst case, your great recordkeeping keeps you compliant even if they move on. Downlady the template today!

Crunchtime

APRIL 9, 2024

In our 2023 Restaurant Operations Report , respondents shared that stores are insufficiently staffed—either understaffed or overstaffed—for 38% of shifts in any given week. With the added challenges of complicated labor laws and minimum wage hikes, it’s no wonder that more than half indicated they plan to invest in labor scheduling technology in the coming year.

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Open for Business

APRIL 9, 2024

Loyalty is more than a frequent guest punch card or a points-based rewards program in the restaurant world. It’s about making meaningful connections with guests to keep them coming back time and time again. Think of the couple celebrating their anniversary at the same table each year or the solo diner who frequents the neighborhood café for their morning ritual.

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Restaurant Business

APRIL 9, 2024

Five units were in California but the fast-food wage there was not to blame, the fast casual said. The closed restaurants in 10 states and the District of Columbia were "underperformers.

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Crunchtime

APRIL 9, 2024

In our 2023 Restaurant Operations Report , respondents shared that stores are insufficiently staffed—either understaffed or overstaffed—for 38% of shifts in any given week. With the added challenges of complicated labor laws and minimum wage hikes, it’s no wonder that more than half indicated they plan to invest in labor scheduling technology in the coming year.

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The Rail

APRIL 9, 2024

By Nick Dimatteo, Fortyfivegames Growing up in the ‘80s, many Saturday mornings included me watching The Jetsons over a bowl of neon-colored, sugar infused cereal (prize inside the box!). The Jetsons were a space-age nuclear family with some pretty amazing inventions and technological wonders at their disposal. I could only imagine a world where you could actually see the people you were on the phone with and have conversations with the family robot.

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Advertiser: Paycor

HR doesn’t exist in a vacuum. This work impacts everyone: from the C-Suite to your newest hire. It also drives results. Learn how to make it all happen in Paycor’s latest guide.

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SpotOn

APRIL 9, 2024

A BBQ joint in El Paso and a jewelry store in San Antonio have one thing in common. Both businesses must pay their employees the same minimum wage rate as mandated by Texas labor laws. With operational costs rising each year, forcing businesses to change how they manage their employees and finances, we've put together a simple guide on the minimum wage for business owners and workers alike.

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Sante

APRIL 9, 2024

The Sommeliers Choice Awards (SCA) stands as a unique platform offering an exclusive opportunity for wine brands to captivate America’s Continue Reading The post Top Sommeliers of USA will judge wines at the 2024 Sommeliers Choice Awards. appeared first on Santé Magazine.

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Restaurant Business

APRIL 9, 2024

But Chick-fil-A and Starbucks remain their favorite restaurants, according to the latest Piper Sandler Taking Stock With Teens Survey.

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Chef's Resources

APRIL 9, 2024

March 9, 2024 How to Successfully Retain Restaurant Customers in 2024 It’s easy to fall into the trap of focusing solely on how to attract new customers, and not have a plan for how to retain restaurant customers. Returning customers offer the most value to your restaurant. A strong contingent of loyal patrons can do […] The post How to Successfully Retain Restaurant Customers in 2024 appeared first on Chefs Resources.

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Advertiser: Paycor

HR doesn’t exist in a vacuum. This work impacts everyone: from the C-Suite to your newest hire. It also drives results. Learn how to make it all happen in Paycor’s latest guide.

Hiring

Restaurant Business

APRIL 9, 2024

Menu Talk: The Catalonian chef spent a decade in Singapore but also fell in love with Japanese food before opening his restaurant.

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EATER

APRIL 9, 2024

Lille Allen The iconic Catalan condiment will make friends with whatever you happen to be eating One of my favorite questions to ask people is to name their desert island hot sauce. While I commiserate with my fellow capsaicin lovers over our masochistic tendencies, I’m not that interested in the level of heat that your answer indicates you’re capable of enduring.

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Restaurant Business

APRIL 9, 2024

In the transcript of this week's Restaurant Rewind podcast, read about one of the most colorful characters ever to influence the business.

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EATER

APRIL 9, 2024

Photo illustration by Andrea D’Aquino ; see below for full credits The best kitchen essentials, from appliances to pantry staples to cookware.

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Speaker: James Kahler, COO of Full Course

Ever wondered where to splurge and where to safely conserve when it comes to operating and growing your restaurant? 🤔 Join James Kahler, COO of Full Course and industry visionary, in this new webinar where he'll talk all about best practices to invest in your restaurant's success! Whether you're a new business or an established restaurant, a seasoned pro or a rookie, you'll learn the keys to sustainable success in this competitive industry.

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Restaurant Business

APRIL 9, 2024

In another example of state-level efforts to limit workplace obligations, the state is looking to prohibit local jurisdictions from requiring heat protections and predictive scheduling.

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Open for Business

APRIL 9, 2024

As most restaurant owners will know, MICHELIN stars are one of the highest accolades you can receive. But do you fully understand the MICHELIN rating system and how it differs from other accolades, like Bib Gourmand and MICHELIN Recommended? Here, we demystify MICHELIN’s methodology and break down what each distinction signifies, along with how to interpret these prestigious seals of approval.

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Restaurant Business

APRIL 9, 2024

Restaurant interest in the technology is growing as labor costs rise. Bite said the fundraise will help it meet the demand.

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EATER

APRIL 9, 2024

Photo illustration by Andrea D’Aquino ; see below for full image credits Look to the restaurant world and local thrift shops to inspire your next plate purchase There’s nothing like a nicely outfitted kitchen to make a new apartment feel like home. Having nice dinnerware may seem like a secondary concern, especially when you’re busy hiring movers and figuring out how to pay the new electric company.

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Advertiser: Paycor

From welcoming new team members to tough termination decisions, each employment lifecycle phase requires a balance of knowledge, empathy & legal diligence.

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Restaurant Business

APRIL 9, 2024

ExpandShare is designed to simplify and digitize restaurant employee training with readymade modules and a mobile app.

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EATER

APRIL 9, 2024

Photo illustration by Andrea D’Aquino ; see below for full credits Is an Instant Pot really more useful than a crockpot? Ina Garten’s cookbook How Easy Is That? has a section calling out the kitchen appliances and home goods that make her life easier: sturdy measuring cups, a large stockpot, and. two dishwashers. I love Ina, but girl, we live in a society.

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Restaurant Business

APRIL 9, 2024

The nutrition police and plant-based advocates have pushed people away from eating beef. But times they are a changing.

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Restaurant Business

APRIL 9, 2024

The company uses AI and historical sales data to adjust restaurants' menu prices in real time.

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Pricing Menu Technology 85

Advertiser: Paycor

Blue-collar jobs have a branding problem. One company, GEON, partnered with Paycor to find the solution. Learn how to attract, engage, and retain blue-collar employees, helping them build meaningful careers – and support your company’s goals.

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