Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 16, 2019

While restaurant sales were lower for November of 2018, November of 2019 did not include the same holiday headwinds. Second, the shift of Thanksgiving into December of 2019 converts from tailwind to headwind this month. percent from 2018 to 2019, sales for the whole weekend only increased about four percent. First, at 2.1

2019

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 16, 2020

From infamous chicken sandwich wars to on-trend plant-based burgers and acai bowls, it’s safe to say that 2019 was a trademark year for restaurants. With all of 2019’s success, restaurant operators are also facing challenges that can be addressed with the help of technology in the New Year. trillion in sales by 2030.

2019

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 29, 2019

When households have extra income, they will eat out more often and the National Restaurant Association found that 2019 should see continued sales growth. But there are also some areas where innovation is needed. Equipment Upgrades. Beyond tech issues, restaurants must also handle constant wear and tear on kitchen equipment.

Fast Casual

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

Del Taco was recognized for adding multiple Beyond Meat items to its menu in 2019 and for heavily advertising these offerings to meat-lovers, vegetarians, and vegans alike. Just a few months after Burger King’s successful Impossible Whopper launch in August 2019, the restaurant chain added the Impossible Whopper Jr. to its menu.

Hospitality

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

The trends the industry had in 2019 toward improved tech stacks, better reporting, and streamlined operations can’t wait any longer, and restaurants are finding the budget to put toward technology again. Modern inventory technology keeps food costs under control as you monitor waste and spoilage.

2021

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 6, 2020

2019 was the year of convenience in the restaurant business. 2019 was the year of customer convenience, and 2020 will be the year of customer satisfaction. It can be difficult just to keep the lights on, much less implement any new, disruptive innovations to the industry. So what new trends will 2020 bring?

2020

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

“Restaurateurs and chefs will need to continue to innovate in order to increase margins on takeout and delivery, but they can count on people visiting in-person instead of just virtually as restrictions subside.” Convenience is key when it comes to technological innovations, especially when appealing to younger audiences.

2021

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 6, 2020

We think CPK’s creative California vibe and innovative menu will resonate with Albertans and offer something completely new in the market.” ” In 2019, Accelerated Franchised Concepts (AFC) closed on a minority investment into Raw J?ce, Bojangles' Culinary Innovation. ce is poised for explosive growth.

Franchising

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 26, 2024

The popularity of drive-thru continues as sales are up 30 percent since 2019. Many QSR franchises are operating with legacy equipment that can't keep pace with customer expectations or facilitate a seamless employee experience. But what do customers want from the drive-thru experience and how can QSRs better meet those needs?

Seating

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 13, 2020

High employee turnover of almost 79 percent in 2019 according to Bureau of Labor Statistics. This pandemic gives restaurant leaders opportunities to innovate and drive growth. Restaurants Aversion to Technology. Owning and operating a restaurant is not for the faint of heart. Sobering stats: Low profit margins averaging six percent.

Customer Experience

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

“We will continue to create innovative products and further our go-to-market approach to ensure merchants nationwide have access to the tools they need to run their businesses. secured a $6 million investment to enhance its innovative technology and further bridge the gap between contactless dining and full-service hospitality.

Serving

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

In August, consumers would feel safest if staff was wearing protective gear and wiping down equipment. The top planned purchases for consumers in the self-care and wellness categories over the next two months include stress relief products (23 percent) and exercise equipment (21 percent). percent when compared to 2019 sales.

2021

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 27, 2022

In fact, a recent study found that compared to 2019, 36 percent of customers are using mobile apps to order ahead more often, 32 percent are ordering from restaurant websites more often, and 28 percent are using food delivery aggregators, like DoorDash, more often. Enabling Flexible Ordering.

Mobile Ordering

Goliath Consulting

DECEMBER 23, 2021

These virtual reality worlds have been a thing since 2014-2019. 4 It serves as virtual and augmented reality which expands possibilities for businesses to be innovative and differentiate themselves from their competitors. 5 The restaurant opened in 2014 and was awarded Best Innovation Food & Beverage.

Social Media

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 15, 2020

In 2019 we were introduced to the chicken sandwich war, and in 2020 it raged on as chain and independent restaurants added the sandwich to their menus for diners to enjoy. Similar to Grubhub's 2019 Year in Food Report , diners are continuing to eat vegan and vegetarian dishes. Top Foods of 2020. chili: 228 percent more popular.

2020

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 27, 2020

Aramark examined front and back of house processes to establish tailored playbooks for all of its businesses and market segments, leveraging innovative solutions, new service methods, and rigorous safety protocols. Requiring appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) for employees, including gloves and masks.

Food Safety

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 17, 2020

From 2011 to 2019, Karel served as senior vice president for ARCOP, Inc., In March of 2019, Adams was promoted to president in addition to her role as CFO. The restaurant features technological innovations such as tabletop ordering and digital kiosks in an effort to appeal to a younger demographic. Black Bear Diner Ads Execs.

Franchising

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 12, 2022

CGA’s latest BeverageTrak data reveals that seasonal trends over the last weeks of 2021 loosely mirrored those seen in 2019 – with a strong build up to Christmas followed by a decline in the week immediately before December 25. When compared with 2019, restaurants sold six percent more cards overall. compared with $32.03

2022

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 17, 2020

During the course of 2019, revenue increased 109 percent as tens of thousands of new restaurants joined the Toast community. Yelp is continuing its commitment to innovating on new advertising products for multi-location brands: Yelp Store Visits : ?Available ” Addressing Enterprise Advertisers’ Unique Needs. Canada Region.

Sports

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JANUARY 10, 2024

percent below pre-pandemic levels as of the start of 2023, resulting in a staggering 450,000 job openings compared to 2019. This pressing need for innovation propels the industry to seek avenues that not only overcome current hurdles but also elevate guest experiences to unparalleled heights.

Hospitality

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 20, 2023

While these tools have so far proven revolutionary as time-savers, the months ahead will reward innovation-minded restaurant leaders willing to go beyond these entry-level AI uses and find new ways to leverage it for improved customer engagement, back-end data processing and more. percent YOY and down 20 percent compared to pre-pandemic 2019.

2023

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

Bringing the experience home through novel product combinations, new product innovations, and digital experiences like live-stream events. ” Zemke points out that robotic technology designed to perform specific physical tasks has recently emerged as an option for hospitality businesses due to decreasing robotic equipment costs.

2020

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 22, 2019

In a previous article on brand development [link to 2019-09 REDCAP Refine your restaurant's brand with these 3 questions], I challenged you to identify what your brand delivers beyond a perfectly prepared meal. If your pages contain useful information, their content will attract many visitors and entice webmasters to link to your site.

SEO

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 24, 2020

Skelton joined Dine in June 2019 as Vice President, IT Infrastructure and Operations and most recently served as Dine’s acting Chief Information Officer. So when the next pandemic, tornado, hurricane or any disaster strikes, they will be ready and equipped to weather the storm.” Beyond Technology.

Guest Recovery

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 16, 2020

percent above 2019 levels for the equivalent Tuesday. Yet, compared to National Coffee Day 2019, which took place on a Sunday last year, visits were down 10.0 percent year over year that Tuesday compared to the same day in 2019, and down 37.9 September 29th was a good day for Dunkin Donuts, according to Placer.ai.

2020

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 5, 2021

Reassuringly, On Premise velocity is showing positive signs of nearly reaching levels seen in 2019. Most channels are now showing only single digit velocity decline against booming 2019 levels, suggesting we may be nearing a new On Premise norm." " Beverage Insights. ” Businesses pay a high price for digital errors.

2021

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JULY 30, 2021

However, according to a 2019 report from the Federal Reserve Bank, 37 percent of all Americans could not cover an unexpected $400 expense without going into debt. “This program is a way to empower and equip restaurant employees with tools and resources to help them succeed and achieve their goals.

Franchising

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 22, 2020

With drive-thru equipped buildouts as low as 1,200 sq. Together, they are launching the Pathways to Black Franchise Ownership program, an innovative personal development training initiative that equips potential business owners to operate high-performing businesses. ” Delivering Jobs.

Franchising

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 14, 2020

Because the facility includes a kitchen for restaurants to prepare foods, the only equipment needed to operate a Dickey’s location is a smoker and a warming cabinet. PREP, an 83,500-square-foot culinary campus, houses multi-functional shared kitchen facilities featuring extensive equipment. Hot for Dave's Hot Chicken.

Franchising

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 7, 2021

Randy’s Donuts began franchising domestically in the summer of 2019. Despite tremendous initial interest in 2019, the Covid crisis put a halt to all discussions in 2020. Saudi Arabia had a successful pop-up store at the 2019 Riyadh Season and is opening its first permanent store in Jeddah this summer.

Franchising

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 27, 2019

NCR and Zynstra have worked together for several years, reflected in the launch of NCR Software Defined Store introduced in January 2019 and in use by companies like Pilot Flying J. PFG now expects to close the transaction on or about December 30, 2019, subject to the satisfaction or waiver of the remaining closing conditions.

Mobile Ordering

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Moreover, consumer expectations for innovation are growing, with 70 percent expressing a strong interest in the integration of technologies such as AI voice assistants and smartphone apps. billion smartphone users worldwide , nearly 86 percent of the global population, and there has been a 750 percent increase in QR Code downloads since 2019.

Technology

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 16, 2020

analyzed daily traffic from February 26 through March 7 and compared it to the equivalent period in 2019. Imports during 2019 totaled 21.6 11-16, 2019. Having the comfort that comes from security measures also allows restaurants to focus more on ways to innovate. Some Placer.ai million TEU in May, a 9.3 million TEU, up 9.6

Mobile Ordering

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 5, 2022

With new problems come opportunities for new innovations, and technology has been a vital resource for restaurants during the pandemic. From 2019 to 2021, the number of customers using food delivery apps rose by 21 percent , and this number is expected to grow another 22 percent by 2023.

Technology

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

In essence, this shift should lead restaurants to embrace the idea of maintaining a truly “intelligent” smart kitchen, one that will be tech-equipped to continue evolving with consumer demands. At Capriotti’s we are on a continuous and ever accelerating path toward innovation while building on our unique heritage.

Mobile Ordering

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 16, 2019

With self-cleaning technology, there are never issues with equipment going uncleaned. “We are constantly working on innovations that help merchants find new, meaningful ways to reach customers and run their businesses more efficiently,” said Fuad Hannon, Head of New Business Verticals at DoorDash.

Food Truck

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

The top three finishers from each industry have formed a team to compete for the honor of 2019 Aramark Culinary Excellence National Champions. “I applaud all of the chefs for excelling in the kitchen, and thank them for their devotion and dedication to continuously innovating our customers’ dining experience.”

Delivery