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Why Demand Forecasting Is Crucial for a QSR Food Supply Chain 

Modern Restaurant Management

QSRs operate in a competitive and highly complex business space, so one of the highest priorities for these organizations is creating strategic plans that will reduce food waste to avoid lost revenue and wastage disposal fees. According to Rethink Food Waste Through Economics and Date , the U.S. restaurant sector generates 11.4

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Food Chain Crisis Explained: Supply Disruptions & Rising Prices

Cheetah

Supply chain disruptions and shortages like these are hitting every part of the food service industry hard. Learn how this affects your business, from restaurant suppliers struggling to keep up, to rising food prices led by labor shortages and increased consumer demand for quick, cheap food. Labor Crisis Continues.

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Food Chain Crisis Explained: Rising Food Prices & Supply Disruptions

Cheetah

But the root cause of the current food chain crisis and rising food prices runs deeper than that. Supply chain disruptions and shortages like these are hitting every part of the food service industry hard. Labor Issues Exacerbate Food Chain Crisis. Summer Heat Wave Inflames Food Shortage.

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Beyond the Plate: The Future of Restaurants in a Tech-Driven 2024

Modern Restaurant Management

These factors contribute to a volatile supply chain, influencing everything from ingredient availability to menu pricing strategies. Contemporary menus increasingly feature more plant-based selections and alternative proteins, while also reflecting the demand for locally vetted foods and transparent supply chains.

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THE EVOLUTION OF THE AMERICAN RESTAURANT

Culinary Cues

Beginning with a few flamboyant artisans like Jeremiah Tower, Paul Prudhomme, Wolfgang Puck, and Alice Waters – the chef came out from behind the curtain as the star of the show, the person responsible for over-the-top food that wowed and inspired people of all socio-economic backgrounds. Yeah, sounds like a great battle cry, doesn’t it?

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Reaching and Keeping the New Generation of Diners with Effective Customer Loyalty

Modern Restaurant Management

Time is money, and consumers representing the youngest two adult generations are in short supply of both. When a customer loves your restaurant, the food, and the service, they’ll want to spend more. When it comes to having a side hustle, Gen Z and millennial consumers are outpacing Gen X, baby boomers and seniors.

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Dining Trends for 2024

Modern Restaurant Management

The discussion included food, beverage, nutrition, lifestyle and unique aspects of boutique and high volume foodservice. Food trucks that bring food to patrons where they live and work has become a part of everyday life. Today’s restaurant guests are more knowledgeable and food savvy than ever before.

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