Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 3, 2025

For restaurant operators striving to cut through the noise and connect with today's diners, understanding the nuances of modern marketing and PR is crucial. It's essential for survival and growth. Are you confident your current strategies are hitting the mark? Jessica Huang, CEO & Founder of Restaurant Marketing, understands what many restaurants are doing wrong in their efforts and how they're missing opportunities to attract and retain customers.

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ChowNow

JUNE 6, 2025

An “About Us” page for a restaurant website is almost always written as an afterthought, or was created so long ago, it no longer reflects the restaurant’s personality or values. And operators who don’t have one at all are missing out on a huge opportunity to tell their restaurant’s story, connect with new customers, and distinguish themselves from other restaurants in their area.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 2, 2025

Rising restaurant prices and increased cost-of-living expenses are significantly altering dining out habits in both the US and UK, according to a new survey from Attest. Among the key findings affecting restaurants: Price Sensitivity : 86 percent of consumers in both the US and UK feel restaurant prices are higher than last year. This means diners are more price-conscious than ever.

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 2, 2025

As the fast-casual Dave's moves into its next level of growth with a $1 billion private-equity deal, some see an IPO in its future. But can the chain maintain the magic that brought it this far?

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Advertiser: Paycor

Mid-year performance reviews aren’t just boxes for HR to check. Paycor’s toolkit empowers leaders to: Identify high-potential team members. Boost engagement with meaningful feedback. Support struggling employees. Nurture top talent to drive results. Learn how to ignite employee potential through meaningful feedback. When you nurture top talent, everybody wins.

EATER

JUNE 4, 2025

Longtime Canlis employee James Huffman is taking over the kitchen at Seattles most famous restaurant

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The Rail

JUNE 6, 2025

By Tracie Johnson, Contributor Restaurants must adapt to changing tastes and habits to stay fresh and relevant. New ideas, improved service, and a fresh appearance help draw clients back quite regularly. Changing the restaurant enhances the dining experience and demonstrates to the patrons that the company values them. Every update, whether it's minor tweaks or a complete makeover, can significantly help to keep guests delighted and committed. #1 Simplify the Dining Area for Comfort and Style Up

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 2, 2025

The Independent Restaurant Coalition is urging Congress to reconsider a tax break on tips, saying it would further create an imbalance between servers and back-of-house workers.

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EATER

JUNE 3, 2025

Andy Leverett Grilled peaches, salad with peaches, peach cakes, and more. Kat Thompson is the associate editor of Eater at Home, covering home cooking and baking, cookbooks and recipes, and kitchen gadgets. She loves canned peaches straight from the jar. Peach season is upon us which means, yes, you can dive straight into ripe peaches, the juices trickling down your arm and leaving behind a sticky trail that smells like summer.

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Squirrel Systems

JUNE 2, 2025

The umbrellas are up, the patio lights are glowing, and the tables are fullpatio season has officially arrived. But after the initial rush of sunny-day diners, many restaurants face a mid-season slowdown. The key to keeping your patio profitable all summer long? Smart operational strategies powered by the right technology. Heres how to stay efficient, responsive, and revenue-focused from June through September.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 6, 2025

For an industry full of leaders long ago accustomed to handling staffing shortages, the past few years have but restauranteurs to the test. The next few will be no different. Long-running demographic trends colliding with the lingering effects of the pandemic have many feeling we are in the middle of one of the most difficult decades the industry has ever faced.

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Advertiser: Paycor

Mid-year performance reviews aren’t just boxes for HR to check. Paycor’s toolkit empowers leaders to: Identify high-potential team members. Boost engagement with meaningful feedback. Support struggling employees. Nurture top talent to drive results. Learn how to ignite employee potential through meaningful feedback. When you nurture top talent, everybody wins.

Sante

JUNE 2, 2025

How did it happen? What was that special moment that made your decision clear? When did a job turn into Continue Reading The post THROUGH THE EYES OF A FUTURE COOK appeared first on Sant.Food.Wine.Spirits.

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 4, 2025

Labor costs are expected to continue to rise across the industry. But the fast casual's CEO Jonathan Neman sees room for 1,000 Sweetgreens domestically, tapping technology that he says will help beat competitors on price.

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EATER

JUNE 3, 2025

Francky Knapp Most of these meals were cooked after a few martinis, which also means theyre very idiot-proof At their best, delivery meal kits have led me to some relaxing Blue Apron-sponsored ASMR videos ; at their worst, the very mention of a meal kit stirs up memories of my late great-grandmothers dreary Meals on Wheels microwaveables. Sometime in the 2010s, however, meal kit delivery subscriptions went through a renaissance in the United States, and today the several-billion-dollar industry

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Perfect Daily Grind

JUNE 4, 2025

The specialty coffee landscape has undergone a dramatic transformation over the past decade. As consumer expectations evolve and operational challenges intensify, coffee shop owners are increasingly turning to technological solutions to bridge the gap between quality demands and the tough reality of running a coffee business. Automation can support coffee shops in navigating the unprecedented times the industry is currently experiencing, but it can’t replace the fundamentals of investing in staf

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Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker

Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 6, 2025

The restaurant industry is highly competitive. If you don’t stand out from the sea of options for diners, you may not bring enough guests through the door to stay afloat. Video marketing can be your secret weapon. Naturally engaging for the senses, videos attract attention in a sea of content, get diners interested in your menu, and encourage visitors.

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Black Box Intelligence

JUNE 4, 2025

What Restaurant Brands Need To Know The Cost of Ignoring Market Trends Missing a market trend doesnt just mean falling behind. It means losing real revenue. From external factors impacting guest traffic to rising operational inefficiencies, the cost of ignoring whats shaping consumer sentiment adds up fast. Being close to the market isnt just a nice-to-have; its a necessity for survival.

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 6, 2025

Continue to Site >>> Menu Week in Review: Fast casual’s good year, Dave's gets sold, El Pollo Loco’s potential buyer and more Newsletter Search Restaurant Business Search Login Subscribe Newsletter Login Subscribe Topics Consumer Trends Food Beverage Emerging Brands Operations Technology Marketing Workforce Leadership Financing Data Top 500 Chains Top 100 Independents Future 50: Emerging Brands Same-store Sales Tracker Special Reports COVID: 5 Years Later 50 Great Ideas Killer in the kitche

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Lavu

JUNE 6, 2025

Running a successful restaurant in 2025 means more than just great food—it requires smart financial decisions. With rising ingredient prices, labor shortages, and tighter margins, operators must find strategic ways to reduce restaurant costs without compromising quality or customer experience. This guide breaks down 28 proven strategies that help cut unnecessary expenses, streamline operations, and boost profitability—whether you manage a small café or a multi-location chain.

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Advertiser: ZoomInfo

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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Perfect Daily Grind

JUNE 1, 2025

It’s a challenging time for roasters in today’s coffee market. Green coffee prices remain high, while labour, logistics, packaging, and operational costs have all increased significantly. In turn, roasters’ margins are tighter than ever, but many continue to look for ways to add value to the products they offer. As some switch to more cost-effective yet high-quality single origins and blends, others are investing in enhanced quality control systems that maintain product consistency and improve o

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 3, 2025

Joint employer status and overtime calculations can be notoriously complex areas for restaurant human resources. In this video, Carrie Luxem of Restaurant HR Group tackles these critical compliance topics head-on, breaking down the essential information operators need to understand joint employment, master overtime calculations for employees working across multiple restaurant locations, and develop effective communication strategies.

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Crunchtime

JUNE 3, 2025

When it comes to complex inventory management challenges, few environments can match the intricacies of a cruise ship. Operating as floating cities with concentrated consumption, limited storage capacity, and complicated global supply chains, cruise lines have developed sophisticated inventory solutions that handle what most restaurant environments would consider impossible.

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 4, 2025

After years of trying to be everything to everyone, the casual-dining chain is narrowing its focus to a handful of core menu items in hopes of standing out in a crowded market.

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Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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Squirrel Systems

JUNE 2, 2025

In the ever-evolving hospitality landscape, technology has moved from the back office to center stage. Today, the point-of-sale (POS) system isnt just a tool for transactionsit’s a core driver of operational efficiency, guest satisfaction, and business growth. And increasingly, the industry is turning to cloud-based POS solutions to meet the demands of a new era.

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Perfect Daily Grind

JUNE 5, 2025

Cup scores are considered by some an objective measure of coffee quality, but they have been met with increasing criticism in recent years. Scoring dictates the prices producers receive, reaffirming the widely held belief that the value of coffee is more than just a numerical rating. Despite all efforts to cup fairly and consistently, the reliance on human-led sensory assessment means decision-making is always subjective to a degree.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 5, 2025

Food waste is one of the restaurant industry’s most persistent and costly challenges. According to ReFED , restaurants in the United States alone waste 5.76 million tons of food every year. That food waste equates to billions of dollars literally thrown away. In today’s climate of inflation and economic uncertainty, cutting waste is not just an environmental responsibility, it’s a critical business strategy.

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SpotOn

JUNE 3, 2025

San Francisco, CA — June 3, 2025 — SpotOn, the top-rated software and payments partner for restaurants, today announced the launch of SpotOn Profit Assist , the first AI-powered tool built specifically to help restaurant operators automate profit and loss (P&L) analysis and take greater control of rising costs. With inflation persisting and consumer spending under pressure, independent restaurant operators are being asked to do more with less.

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Advertiser: Paycor

Great leadership development is the key to sustainable business growth. Are you ready to design an effective program? HR can use Paycor’s framework to: Set achievable goals. Align employee and company needs. Support different learning styles. Empower the next generation of leaders. Invest in your company’s future with a strong leadership development program.

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 6, 2025

Continue to Site >>> Menu Papa Johns, Jack in the Box, Mooyah and more shake up C-suites Newsletter Search Restaurant Business Search Login Subscribe Newsletter Login Subscribe Topics Consumer Trends Food Beverage Emerging Brands Operations Technology Marketing Workforce Leadership Financing Data Top 500 Chains Top 100 Independents Future 50: Emerging Brands Same-store Sales Tracker Special Reports COVID: 5 Years Later 50 Great Ideas Killer in the kitchen Evolving Kitchens The impact of the $15

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Lavu

JUNE 6, 2025

Choosing the right restaurant POS software can make or break your business in today’s competitive dining landscape. The right system does more than process payments—it streamlines operations, manages inventory, tracks sales, and enhances the customer experience. With so many options available in 2025, finding a solution that fits your restaurant’s unique needs is essential.

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Sculpture Hospitality

JUNE 3, 2025

Running a profitable bar isnt just about pouring the perfect drink or filling seats on weekends. Behind the scenes, labour cost is one of the biggest expenses affecting your bottom line. And if you dont calculate it correctly, your profits could quietly slip away.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 4, 2025

Experience-driven design transforms restaurants, offering up an immersive journey from the moment diners step through the door until their very last bite. David Shove-Brown, partner at Washington, D.C.-based architecture and design firm //3877, shares insights on translating a brand into physical space through meticulous attention to furniture, materials, color, and lighting to create authentic, cohesive, and immersive environments.

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Customer Experience Customer Service Design Consumer Goods 221

Advertiser: Paycor

Great leadership development is the key to sustainable business growth. Are you ready to design an effective program? HR can use Paycor’s framework to: Set achievable goals. Align employee and company needs. Support different learning styles. Empower the next generation of leaders. Invest in your company’s future with a strong leadership development program.

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