7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Bar management software is a tech-forward way to handle many of the elements necessary to operate a bar successfully. Depending on the solution you choose, this software could include features that help with employee management, inventory tracking, POS capabilities, payroll, and more. And it’s not just a matter of focus.

Inventory 195

Inventory Bar Management Management 195

7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Bar management software is a tech-forward way to handle many of the elements necessary to operate a bar successfully. Depending on the solution you choose, this software could include features that help with employee management, inventory tracking, POS capabilities, payroll, and more. And it’s not just a matter of focus.

Inventory 195

Inventory Bar Management Management 195

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 15, 2024

Restaurant managers balance several responsibilities while taking care of staff and guest needs. One of the most important parts of being a successful restaurant manager is having the ability to hear their customers’ concerns. However, it can sometimes take time to get customers to respond to surveys they're given.

Management 190

Management Management Loyalty Program Social Media 190

7 Shifts

DECEMBER 18, 2023

The role of a restaurant manager is always in motion. But there are several different tools to help you manage your restaurant—from single shifts and tasks to top-level overviews showing your business's health. These tools can help you start spending more time doing what you love and growing your business for the future.

Management 195

Management Management Email Marketing Point of Sale 195

Culinary Cues

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Back in time, I remember a billboard in New York City’s Times Square that asked: “Would You Be Willing To Sign Your Work?” What changes might occur in your operation if everyone was required to sign their work and take public responsibility for it? Is there room to improve? I did this, this is my work”!

Seminar 355

Seminar Front of House Workshop Back of House 355

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Sweetgreen implemented tech solutions to improve their operations, boost sustainability , and personalize customers’ experiences. Hot Palette Holdings uses AI to improve their forecasting, optimize inventory, and reduce waste. Elevate quality management programs. Boost automation.

Food Safety 189

Food Safety Kitchen Safety Audits Food Supply 189

Culinary Cues

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Think back in personal time. Do you remember when you first discovered how to snap your fingers or whistle? What about that moment when the training wheels came off and you were able to balance and ride your bike independently? so that staff seeking to improve their skills might connect and learn from each other.

Training 367

Training Seasonal Menu Back of House Leadership 367

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? It means everything you need to manage your team is in one place. When we say all-in-one, what does that actually mean?

Tip Distribution 221

Tip Distribution Document Hiring Training 221

7 Shifts

MARCH 28, 2023

relies on 7shifts to stay better connected to their team, manage their work schedules, and get paid. Over the past eight years, we’ve seen how transparency evolves into trust between management and their teams. They want flexible scheduling, improved communication, ways to give feedback, and fast and transparent tip payments.

Hiring 370

Hiring Hospitality POS Management 370

7 Shifts

JULY 28, 2021

You would think something as second nature to people as communication would be easy to manage in the workplace. Maybe one of your servers just called in sick at the last minute, your shipment of inventory containing all the ingredients for tonight's dinner special never showed up or the plumbing is acting up again.

Communication 430

Communication Management Management Front of House 430

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 6, 2023

In fact, leveraging IoT is revolutionizing the sector by optimizing supply chain management, enhancing the customer experience, and facilitating data-driven decision-making. Connected sensors and devices allow real-time tracking and monitoring of food products throughout the supply chain. Optimizing shelf life and reducing waste.

Food Safety 196

Food Safety Operations Management Management 196

Lavu

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Table turnover rate measures of how often a table is occupied by a new group of guests during a specific period of time. It is calculated by dividing the number of guests served by the number of tables available during that time period. This period could be a day, week, month, or any time frame you choose.

Seating 173

Seating Mobile Ordering Customer Service Cash Management 173

7 Shifts

JANUARY 10, 2024

Restaurant management systems have evolved rapidly over the past couple of decades. Table of Contents What is a restaurant management system? How does a restaurant management system work? A restaurant management system, or RMS, is software designed to streamline restaurant operations and simplify restaurant management.

Management 195

Management Management Point of Sale POS 195

7 Shifts

JANUARY 10, 2024

Restaurant management systems have evolved rapidly over the past couple of decades. Table of Contents What is a restaurant management system? How does a restaurant management system work? A restaurant management system, or RMS, is software designed to streamline restaurant operations and simplify restaurant management.

Management 195

Management Management Point of Sale POS 195

7 Shifts

MAY 23, 2023

Since the very beginning, we've strived to make it easier for restaurants to prepare for payday with tools for scheduling, time clocking, deep regional compliance support, and dozens of integrations with leading payroll providers. And mistakes lead to time wasted and the erosion of employee trust. Total game changer."

Sourcing 370

Sourcing Take-out Waste Book 370

7 Shifts

OCTOBER 6, 2020

Efficient communication between managers and employees is key to restaurant success, especially during the unprecedented times of 2020. By improving communication efficiencies, you can create better connections between your employees, regardless of their role. Phil Corson, Senior Product Manager, 7shifts.

Communication 370

Communication Information Management Management 370

Lavu

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

A state-of-the-art restaurant POS System, specifically tailored for bars and restaurants, streamlines transactions, inventory management, and customer service, ensuring that business owners can focus on what they do best—serving their patrons. What are your profit margins? Having this knowledge at your fingertips is critical.

POS 164

POS Bar Point of Sale Front of House 164

7 Shifts

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Much like technology has improved consumer engagement with restaurants through digital channels, it must also be utilized to support employee engagement. Let's break down the various steps where restaurant technology can dramatically improve would-be employees' experience. How to Attract the right people for your culture.

Recruiting 370

Recruiting Technology Hiring Consumer Goods 370

Culinary Cues

OCTOBER 11, 2022

If you are a cook who is happy working just for a paycheck – more power to you, but you can probably save some time and not read this article. If, however you have the sense that cooking is more than that and you have your eyes on many years connected to the professional kitchen, then read on.

Leadership 381

Leadership Fine Dining Workshop Training 381

7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

The power to change your business is in your hands. That’s why we purchase smartphones for all of our managers—and pay for their plans. So what’s stopping you from taking the next step and future-proofing your business with all sorts of new technology? How are you managing checklists and procedures? Guess what?

Social Media 370

Social Media Email Marketing Technology 2007 370

7 Shifts

MARCH 16, 2022

That's why it is important to learn how to motivate your restaurant employees. High staff turnover has the potential to negatively impact your business's productivity, employee morale and, of course, the quality of product and customer service. Acknowledge Your Employees. Acknowledge Your Employees. Create Opportunities.

Front of House 370

Front of House Back of House Communication Customer Service 370

7 Shifts

MAY 31, 2021

For example, kitchen managers rely on software to let them know how much expected inventory they have in stock. The list goes on and on, but the point is that if something goes wrong in a restaurant's plan, it might only be a matter of time before the domino effect kicks in and has an impact on your guests, your staff, and your bottom line.

Operations 363

Operations Inventory Hiring Customer Service 363

7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

Perhaps you loved that job because you were good at it, because you clicked with your coworkers, or maybe because your supervisors made you feel appreciated. Because you were invested in your work, you probably enjoyed showing up and were willing to go above and beyond the call of duty. Why restaurant managers should use them.

Point of Sale 370

Point of Sale Download Communication Reference 370

7 Shifts

MARCH 22, 2021

The role of a restaurant manager is always in motion. But there are a number of different tools to help you manage your restaurant—from single shifts and tasks to top-level overviews that show you the health of your business. Manager Log Books. Time Clocking. Labor-Management Reporting.

Management 435

Management Management Book Communication 435

7 Shifts

AUGUST 15, 2022

It shows your employer that you're a good fit for the role—and tells you if the restaurant is a good fit for you. We've also included a roundup of interview best practices you should be aware of before showing up to speak to the hiring manager. We talk about ourselves all the time, but when someone asks , it's awkward.

Customer Experience 397

Customer Experience Website Management Hiring Back of House 397

7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

There have been a number of ways in which restaurant owners have tried to create a more equitable system for employees to earn consistent, fair wages to improve retention. With tipping numbers up across the board, now is a good time to think about how you can distribute them to your team more fairly. Improved teamwork.

Tip Distribution 370

Tip Distribution Management Management Back of House 370

7 Shifts

DECEMBER 21, 2022

As the holiday season approaches and we put a bow on the year, we wanted to look back at all the ways we've worked to help 7shifts users simplify team management and improve their restaurant performance in 2022. In 2020, we reached out to our customers to find the most time-consuming part of managing tips. Tip Pooling.

2022 195

2022 Certification Document Point of Sale 195

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 22, 2024

Around the same time, M&P Production LTD recalled raw lamb and beef samsa products due to misbranding and an undeclared allergen. Use these best practice tips to protect your food, guests, employees, and brand. Ensure that your suppliers prioritize food safety and consistently follow best practice safety protocols.

Food Safety 184

Food Safety Social Media Food Supply Allergens 184

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 12, 2024

The Ori’Zaba team told Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine they watched people walk in and have a physical reaction to the three pricing tiers. Double Your Meat!” The positive results include a much more effective menu and improved diner experience.” percent and 2.3

Menu 176

Menu 2001 Franchise Franchising 176

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 27, 2024

With the impact a dissatisfied consumer can have on your bottom line, it is important to create a customer service strategy that sets your restaurant apart from the competition. Below are nine suggestions to improve a restaurant’s customer retention. Why prioritize the customer experience?

Customer Service 186

Customer Service Loyalty Program Customer Experience Employee Relations 186

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 15, 2023

Yum Brands CFO Chris Turner noted that delivery channels have helped brands like Pizza Hut meet demand at peak hours, freeing up restaurant employees’ time to focus on other tasks. Here are five ways to enhance your restaurant’s takeout and delivery operations to improve customer experience and open the door to more profit.

Customer Experience 193

Customer Experience Delivery Loyalty Program Mobile Ordering 193

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Especially for fast-paced establishments, managing wait time expectations is a significant challenge and can cause patrons to leave — or, worse, never return. Although management can’t always eliminate the wait for service entirely, they can use modern technology to set reliable wait time expectations from the start.

Customer Experience 197

Customer Experience Customer Service Technology Communication 197

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 2, 2023

Let's explore how strategic menu design can enhance your restaurant's efficiency and profitability. By leveraging these elements, restaurant owners can optimize their profits while improving customer satisfaction. By leveraging these elements, restaurant owners can optimize their profits while improving customer satisfaction.

Menu 167

Menu Cash Management Seasonal Menu Influencer 167

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

For restaurant owners, there are a number of issues in their workplace keeping them up at night and hindering them from successfully managing and operating their restaurant efficiently. Money and Inventory Management The profitability of a restaurant depends on the careful management of cash flow.

Cash Management 203

Cash Management Restaurant Law Food Safety Point of Sale 203

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

A clean restaurant improves the overall dining experience and more importantly, prevents people from getting sick while eating your food. Hiring a deep cleaning professional is necessary to ensure your restaurant is being optimally cleaned by a professional, but how do you know if you are hiring the right person?

Specials 192

Specials Operations Hiring Front of House 192

Squirrel Systems

APRIL 22, 2024

This technology eliminates waiting for a server to take orders, reducing wait times and improving order accuracy. They can be accessed from any device with an internet connection, allowing real-time updates and insights. Managers can track inventory, monitor sales patterns, and manage staffing anywhere.

Technology 105

Technology Dietary Restrictions Loyalty Program Download 105