Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

Restaurants are filling up again, but hiring and retaining employees in the midst of a national workforce shake-up remains an uphill battle. With staff in short supply as millions of Americans continue to quit their jobs, restaurants looking to ramp up hiring for the busy season are faced with an ultra-competitive hiring market.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

However, the harsh reality is that the current labor shortage is making it a challenge for many restaurants to handle the workload. A recent survey by the National Restaurant Association found that 65 percent of operators do not have enough employees to support customer demand. Never hire someone in the name of urgency.

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7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

But without the right tools, it'll take long nights and countless cups of coffee to organize the moving pieces of multi-location employee scheduling for your restaurant. Labor Compliance Laws. Chipotle, for example, faced a $450 million lawsuit for allegedly failing to follow NYC's fair workweek laws. Table of Contents.

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7 Shifts

JANUARY 26, 2022

Are you managing one location (or several) of a multi-unit restaurant business? If so, you're not alone - 3 in 10 restaurants are part of a multi-location business. One of the biggest challenges that comes with multi-location restaurant ownership is managing teams across locations. Challenges of Managing Large Restaurant Teams.

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JUNE 29, 2022

Some of the biggest restaurant businesses on the planet are franchises. They employ thousands of people and have served billions, and with so many people affected, it's understandable why there are franchise-specific laws and regulations in place. Who Regulates Franchise Compliance Laws? Federal Law Compliance.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

" I give a lot of keynote presentations to restaurant brands, and most of them are franchises. They advise them on how to market their restaurant. Consequently, many people with little or no management experience are suddenly responsible for hiring, training, and managing employees without the involvement of their franchisor.

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7 Shifts

OCTOBER 16, 2023

You wouldn’t go to three different grocery stores to make a sandwich, so why do 68% of restaurant operators currently work with at least three different tech vendors to manage their team? Why acing the employee lifecycle matters The employee lifecycle holds one of the keys to restaurant success for owners and operators.

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7 Shifts

JANUARY 9, 2024

New Jersey generally follows federal tip law standards, but the state does forge its own path in some key areas. A modern restaurant management system can help with compliance. But staying compliant starts with an understanding of New Jersey tip laws and what they mean for your restaurant.

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Sling

APRIL 27, 2023

Restaurant operations management is essential for the long-term health of your business. It’s like working on the business rather than in the business and, done well, may help you move your operation to new levels of success. Table of contents What is restaurant operations management?

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7 Shifts

JANUARY 9, 2024

New Jersey generally follows federal tip law standards, but the state does forge its own path in some key areas. A modern restaurant management system can help with compliance. But staying compliant starts with an understanding of New Jersey tip laws and what they mean for your restaurant.

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7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Predictive Scheduling has become a hot topic in the restaurant industry. This guide is designed to help you stay in front of Predictive Scheduling changes and make sure your restaurant is fully compliant. Good faith” hours estimates for new hires. cities have put Predictive Scheduling laws into effect: Berkeley, California.

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7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Managing multiple restaurant locations is a good challenge to have. But to be clear, multi-location restaurant management is challenging. Whether you’re managing multiple restaurants right now or are thinking about expanding your current business , this guide has everything you need to run more than one restaurant at once with success.

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7 Shifts

MAY 18, 2023

Restaurants are similar to spider webs. This is just like a restaurant, made up of its own interconnected components. Every department and all the operations around those departments need to work together seamlessly to ensure the smooth running of the business. Recommended Reading: The State-by-State Guide To Tip Pooling Laws 3.

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7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

Nearly 200,000 quick-serve restaurant establishments in the United States are not owned by the company whose name is on the building. At a glance, opening and operating a restaurant franchise seems like a near-perfect business decision. of weekly gross sales for franchise royalties and advertising.

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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. Published: 2009 ??

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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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7 Shifts

OCTOBER 20, 2022

It's a constant conversation in the restaurant industry. But one can't deny that tips make up a majority of restaurant workers' take-home pay. There have been several ways in which restaurant owners have tried to create a more equitable system for employees to earn consistent, fair wages and improve retention. Tip Pooling Laws.

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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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Culinary Cues

JANUARY 8, 2021

We all knew that the restaurant industry was in need of a structural overhaul, we (those of us affiliated with the business) were well aware of the cogs in the chain, and the years of rust that had accumulated on systems and organization, but it took the pandemic of 2020/21 to shout out: THE TIME IS NOW! Such is the case in 2021.

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7 Shifts

MAY 15, 2023

Did you know that payroll/labor makes up almost one-third of a restaurant's operating costs ? Understanding the ins and outs of paying employees, observing labor laws, and complying with the tax code is critical to running a business. For restaurants, payroll includes hour wages as well as tips, which must be taken into account.

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7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

Overtime, clocking in, rounding hours, and local regulations can make restaurant payroll a nightmare. Labor is one of the largest expenses in the industry, and mistakes can irreparably damage a restaurant's reputation and bottom line. State-Specific Time Clock Rules & Laws. Table of Contents. Salaried vs. Hourly Employees.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 16, 2023

Confusion Around Wage and Hour Law Can Be Costly for The Restaurant Owner. The onset, new hires should be informed whether they will be classified as tipped employees and advised of all applicable legal requirements. Federal wage and hour law (FLSA) generally requires covered employers to pay employees at least the current $7.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

Your restaurant is open and customers are back. Amidst this good news, you should be aware of three hidden pitfalls that could affect your ability to operate safely and with a full complement of staff. There are several reasons why new employees may be incurring more injuries: Poor hiring choices. Inadequate training.

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7 Shifts

DECEMBER 4, 2020

Did you know that payroll/labor makes up almost one-third of a restaurant's operating costs ? Understanding the ins and outs of paying employees, observing labor laws, and complying with the tax code is critical to running a business. This restaurant payroll guide will teach you: What payroll is. And if you don’t.

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7 Shifts

JANUARY 23, 2020

Are you opening a restaurant in 2020? This advice were submitted by owners and managers of restaurants of all sizes, concepts, and locations in the forthcoming 7shifts Restaurant Labor Management Study in 2020 ( subscribe to get your copy when it’s published!). Advice for opening a restaurant from restaurateurs 1.

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7 Shifts

MARCH 31, 2023

Some of us know that we should - but in between dealing with maintenance issues and hiring new employees, it can be hard enough to take care of yourself, let alone your staff. We invited 4 restaurant operators to discuss how they put their team first. We invited 4 restaurant operators to discuss how they put their team first.

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7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 15, 2019

Cities and states across the US are responding to a movement known as “ fair workweek ,” with many enacting new laws to shield restaurant employees’ personal lives and finances from the notoriously unpredictable world of restaurant scheduling. What is “Fair Workweek?”

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Restaurant365

OCTOBER 30, 2020

In a restaurant, there’s always something that needs to be done. As a restaurant owner or manager, sometimes you may need to jump in to help keep business running smoothly. The common saying is that owners and operators need to work “on,” not “in,” their restaurant.

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7 Shifts

JANUARY 8, 2021

After more than half a year of deliberation and inaction, the United States Congress passed a stimulus bill that was signed into law by outgoing President Donald Trump on December 27th, 2020. Here’s what the restaurant stimulus bill can do for you. Restaurants (like you) are eligible for up to 3.5 What can I use it for?

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SpotOn

APRIL 22, 2024

The law makes Illinois the highest minimum wage per hour in the Midwest region, an accolade that is hailed as a major victory by those who advocated for the rise. The calendar year begins on the date of hire and runs 1 calendar year from that point. This gives these businesses four years to raise their wages to comply with the new law.

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7 Shifts

JULY 16, 2021

In this guide, we'll go through everything you need to open a new coffee shop, from market research to buying coffee to hiring the best team. Staffing: Find, Hire, and Schedule. This research will dictate your hours of operation and pricing plans! Recommended Reading: 15 Restaurant Metrics to Know and How To Use Them.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 10, 2022

Learn why it is important to implement restaurant safety tips to help reduce the risk of injury for these seasonal workers and throughout the entire year. However, the restaurant industry offers short-term training to help get them qualified and acclimated quickly. Seasonal Jobs and Restaurant Injuries in the Summer.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 21, 2023

Jean-Georges Director of Restaurants Vincenzo Decaria was raised in Crotone, Italy surrounded by hotels and restaurants. While studying for a law degree, he worked nights at restaurants and bars. After a few years, he was promoted to Service Director and then Director of Restaurants.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 5, 2022

The restaurant industry continues to navigate the COVID-19 pandemic that is still infecting over 20,000 and killing over 1,000 Americans every day. While showing proof of vaccination and some of the other most unpopular protections put in place by health agencies have now been lifted, the restaurant industry is met with new challenges.

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7 Shifts

JANUARY 21, 2020

Hoboken office officially opens its doors as the company looks to build the US team 7shifts , the leading labor management platform for restaurants, has chosen Hoboken as the location of their first U.S. operations. Today the company is used by over 13,000 restaurants across North America, primarily in the U.S.,

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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. The first is hiring your own drivers.

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7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

Legal and other matters referred to in this article are based on 7shifts' interpretation of laws existing at the time and should not be relied on in place of professional legal advice. On July 1, 2020, Chicago, Illinois will join a growing list of United States cities observing fair workweek laws. In New York City, Chipotle faces a $1.5

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