Culinary Cues

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

It might begin like this: [] Is your website fresh, attractive, exciting, and informative. [] Is the website easy to navigate. [] Can guests make reservations online. [] If there are pictures of the restaurant and your food, are they professionally done and do they reflect the experience you are trying to create. [] If guests call for a reservation, (..)

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 13, 2024

These skills include digital literacy for managing online orders and reservations, exceptional customer service, and culinary expertise for more efficient and high-quality food preparation. Embracing automation while fostering a skilled and satisfied workforce presents a forward-looking approach to navigating the labor shortage.

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Culinary Cues

JULY 19, 2022

Creativity without understanding first is reserved for a very small percentage of people with some unusual talent that is hard to fathom. Showing requires that you present them with a benchmark of excellence – a model to emulate – an example of what you expect. Present this as positive reinforcement.

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Culinary Cues

FEBRUARY 10, 2024

The next day comes around with the normal hectic start including placing orders, taking reservations, finding replacements for absent employees, and making changes to that evening’s menus. Suddenly, he remembers the cobwebs and thinks: “I’ll take care of that in the morning”. When closing time comes around, the cobwebs are still there.

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Culinary Cues

MAY 16, 2022

The reservation book was full for tonight – more than 200 recorded and no room for walk-ins. Tom and everyone else knew that more than half of those reservations would be crammed into the 7:00 hour; so, there would be no room for mistakes and no patience for a lack of adequate mise en place.

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Culinary Cues

JULY 12, 2020

Meticulous plate presentations do not apply, the basic rules of thumb: “hot food hot, cold food cold” are a stretch when a guests meal is placed in disposable containers for re-heating at home, and the showmanship of service is relegated to passing a bag of food through a car window. The service staff is even more on edge than the cooks.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 17, 2023

Automation tools also provide value through mobile ordering apps, AI solutions, digital reviews apps, and online reservation software. It presents a handy bot that anyone can have in a convenient form in messenger that is making it easier to receive any news and notifications for the restaurant's owners.

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Culinary Cues

JULY 2, 2023

When a chef allows Mother Nature to lead the way and present ingredients as they were meant to be, then simple can become a means to an end. To many chefs – “simple” is a goal, easy is not; complex is un-necessary, and difficult is real only when a chef resists the connection to the ingredients and the result.

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Culinary Cues

APRIL 7, 2022

A new technique, a new way to measure, a different type of presentation, a different challenge in operations, a higher cost, product unavailability, more competition to keep us on our toes – it is never ending. Just when we think that we might be good at our jobs – something new stares us down.

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Culinary Cues

APRIL 6, 2020

Dating back to Medieval times when cooking was reserved for nobility and later during the Renaissance when merchant travelers relied on local taverns for respite and a chance to break bread – restaurants and restaurant life has always been present. then it has lost its ability to be special – to be necessary.

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Culinary Cues

DECEMBER 12, 2020

Vezelay is a centuries old village of less than 500 year-round residents, but throughout the year, visitors from around the world would make the trek to experience the spirituality of the area and to win a table reservation at Marc Meneau’s magnificent restaurant. He did not need to cook a dish to impact it’s flavor and presentation.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Whether it's discovering and researching new restaurants, reading reviews, making reservations, or utilizing food delivery services and apps, restaurants must adopt a robust online marketing program. For busy restaurant operators, staying on top of an online marketing program can be challenging.

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Culinary Cues

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

This is a topic I have presented numerous times and it seems as though whenever I travel it rises to the top of my thinking. Excellence is not reserved for fine dining. [] KNOW HOW TO RUN A BUSINESS. Don’t strive for something that is beyond your ability to reach. Stick with what you are capable of and do it exceptionally well.

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7 Shifts

DECEMBER 18, 2020

Film a few Instagram Stories in the kitchen, showcasing your specials of the day, and then encourage people to make a reservation for that evening. Get Creative With Your Presentation If decor isn't your strong suit or you don't have room for a wall specifically made for photos, that’s okay.

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Culinary Cues

MAY 12, 2022

It takes so much effort, time, and money to pull customers in for that first visit – we want to make them feel good about their investment and book another reservation soon. These are the restaurants where dining is much, much more than just consuming food.

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Restaurant Clicks

OCTOBER 8, 2021

Make a Reservation. Make a Reservation. Make a Reservation. Make a Reservation. Modern presentations on classic steakhouse meals combined with a world-class wine selection mean you will be having some of the top steaks in Manhattan. Make a Reservation. Related: 19 Must-Try Sushi Places In New York City.

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Next Restaurants

APRIL 17, 2024

Visual power: Mouthwatering food presentations shot perfectly for Instagram can make your restaurant stand out and leave a lasting impression. Focus on close-ups of ingredients, the plating process, and the final presentation. Announce these deals on Stories and encourage reservations. Chef’s spotlight: Feature your chef!

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7 Shifts

OCTOBER 9, 2019

Mobile ads also allow you to create an exceptional experience for the customer by providing directions to your location, allowing them to make immediate reservations, and featuring relevant reviews. GMB also provides a number of functional benefits, like enabling table reservations right from the listing. Which brings us to….

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Culinary Cues

APRIL 1, 2020

We also must remember that the challenges that we faced before this outbreak will still be present during recovery – in fact those challenges will be even more significant. RESTAURANTS DO NOT PROVIDE QUALITY OF LIFE FOR ITS EMPLOYEES. Let’s figure this one out! THE FAILURE RATE OF RESTAURANTS IS MUCH HIGHER THAN OTHER BUSINESSES.

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Culinary Cues

AUGUST 7, 2021

If we see the challenge as something that has an answer if we take the time to really push our problem-solving skills, then a solution will eventually present itself. Menu item profit margins are typically low, making it difficult for restaurants to find the reserves to pay better wages – why? Why is this the case?

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Lavu

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Efficiently manage reservations: Ensure that the booking system is organized and avoids overbooking to prevent delays in table turnover. Use technology, such as a restaurant management software, to track who chose to reserve a table, and manage waitlists effectively.

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Culinary Cues

MAY 19, 2022

Jake didn’t even spend much time at the expo station until this first group of reservations was well underway – the line could handle it quite well. Salads, cold apps, and desserts were beautifully presented and ALWAYS ready when the server needed them. This was “order/fire” time. We’re good boss”.

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Culinary Cues

AUGUST 21, 2023

Dining Out Culture: From the early 1950’s when dining out was a luxury, something reserved for special occasions, but easily pushed aside if money was tight to becoming an integral part of American life by the 1980’s. Soon, a culinary degree seemed to be the price of admission into a high caliber restaurant.

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7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

Since restaurants often store and hold so much guest information, or work with so many integrated pieces of technology to run their day-to-day operations, they present a juicy target for criminals looking to exploit it for their purposes. Safe Data Storage and Access Procedures.

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Culinary Cues

OCTOBER 19, 2020

How will I approach today’s prep, what can I defer till a later time, based on who is scheduled for a shift – how must I adjust the work that I do, and given the reservations for tonight – which items might move and which items will take a back seat to demand.”

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Culinary Cues

MARCH 15, 2021

When there are 100 reservations on the books – you don’t have the luxury of spending three hours to turn six-dozen potatoes. One thing that I hear constantly from chefs who are asked about their opinions of culinary school graduates is that young cooks do not understand “sense of urgency”. No matter what – you need to be ready!

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Tableo

JULY 11, 2023

With its enormous user base and powerful targeting features, Facebook presents restaurants with a huge potential to reach their target demographic efficiently. These tactics can help you generate buzz, draw clients, and boost reservations. They range from developing intriguing content to utilising sophisticated targeting choices.

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Restaurant Clicks

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

Make a Reservation. Make a Reservation. Make a Reservation. Make a Reservation. Embodying that idea, Wabi Sabi presents its dishes in mixed-match bowls and plates. So, I suggest making a reservation far in advance if you want to eat here. Make a Reservation. Azabu Miami Beach. Sushi Garage.

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Restaurant Clicks

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Make a Reservation. Make a Reservation. Make a Reservation. Make a Reservation. Make a Reservation. Make a Reservation. However, don’t feel the need to dress too fancy, as “casual” is the recommended attire. The Fig Tree Restaurant. Good Food on Montford. Fin & Fino. Sea Level NC. Barrington’s.

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Restaurant Clicks

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Make a Reservation. Make a Reservation. Make a Reservation. Make a Reservation. Make a Reservation. Make a Reservation. You can get special rolls, signature rolls, or sushi pieces, and I recommend the special rolls because they are unique and tasty. Sushi Nonaka. Sushi Kaito. Sushi Yasaka. Sushi Ishikawa.

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Restaurant Clicks

OCTOBER 13, 2021

Present in the heart of Phoenix , Steak 44 specializes in serving a fantastic steakhouse menu. While reserving a table, do not forget to adhere to their dress code which remains strictly business casual attire. Make a Reservation. Make a Reservation. Make a Reservation. Make a Reservation. Washington St.,

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Many of these processes will remain even after the pandemic, presenting opportunities to deploy automation technologies to simplify front of house processes. Optimize Food Safety Protocols. Automation technologies can improve back of house operations as well.

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Sante

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

Of course, if you're anywhere near Falls Church, it behooves you to make a reservation at 2941 and have these delicious cocktails prepared for you at their bar. The first recipe we will present is Temptation 9. Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook. Created by Bar Manager, Nikki Drake at 2941 Restaurant in Fall Church, VA.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 28, 2022

Online Table Reservation Systems. If you don’t offer delivery or pick-up, you can still collect customer data online through table reservation systems. That might be an indicator that it presents well, but no one actually likes it. Many ask for the name and email or phone number of the customer. POS System.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

After speaking with restaurant owners and operators, we realized we needed to expand our product offering beyond just helping manage their front-of-house better with Yelp Waitlist and Yelp Reservations. A sudden crisis has a way of sucking us into the present moment. Restaurants wanted a one-stop shop to support their business.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 13, 2020

"The desire for convenience has always been present, coupled with an equally strong desire for delicious food. Up the restaurant’s hygiene and cleanliness standards: fully sanitize tables, menus and chairs after each reservation. Utmost care and attention is required today."

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SpotOn

APRIL 8, 2024

Hire a balloon artist or magician Sometimes the best present is happy kids. Get the crowd involved by encouraging people to come forward and make requests, or note their requests as they make reservations. Reservations or not, these folks still want to enjoy your food. Give kids a project Keep kids busy at the table.

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