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.

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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.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

” Their answers touched on a variety of subjects including AI, virtual reality, virtual kitchens, staffing and retention, social media marketing, sustainability and third-party delivery. At Capriotti’s we are on a continuous and ever accelerating path toward innovation while building on our unique heritage.

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Modern Restaurant Management

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. “We are impressed with Just Salad’s innovative approach to embedding zero-waste principles across their business. .

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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.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 5, 2023

From the digital revolution of the 1980s, the advent of the internet in the 1990s, and the proliferation of smartphone and AI technologies in the 21st century, restaurant and bar owners must keep pace with the latest tech trends to achieve sustainable growth and maintain a steady stream of revenue. There are 6.92

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Sante

APRIL 13, 2020

Rather today’s consumer demands menu innovation as well as eco-friendly and sustainable practices. Buyer's Edge compared case purchases of meat substitute products by its 20,000+ restaurant customers from 2018 to 2019. In 2019 available varieties jumped to 51 items that were available to order.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

We expect this year will see growth in off-premises options, technology that streamlines operations, and more restaurants that are talking about their increased sustainable and eco-friendly practices.” Healthy, sustainable options increase alongside changing alcohol preferences. Q4 2019 Foot Traffic. A few of Placer.ai

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 20, 2023

With growing awareness of climate change and sustainability, some restaurants were seen as lagging in adopting eco-friendly practices and minimising their carbon footprint. Innovation has always been a hallmark of our brand, and this year was no different. percent YOY and down 20 percent compared to pre-pandemic 2019.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 22, 2020

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. million over the next five years to build and sustain the program. ” Delivering Jobs.

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

Bringing the experience home through novel product combinations, new product innovations, and digital experiences like live-stream events. And yet, the research shows enterprise brands have been slow to innovate via messaging. During the 2019 holiday season, in-store shoppers spent an average of $562.39

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 17, 2020

Taco Bell Sustainable Packaging. 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. Continue to invest in its people, building leaders at all levels. Boston Market, Darden Restaurants, Inc. Black Bear Diner Ads Execs.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 29, 2021

March restaurant sale surged 36 percent year-over-year and nearly reached 2019 levels. First, see what you have in your current staff and then be innovative on how to hire and train, that helps set you up for success in the long run. ” Gagnon noted short-term solutions including sign-on bonuses and quick pay options.

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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

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 5, 2025

“I look forward to building on the foundations we have laid and continuing to work with Brad, the Board, the leadership team and our team members around the country as we execute on our strategies to position BJ’s for sustainable long-term success.” Houdek had been with the chain since 2019. Members help make our journalism possible.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 3, 2024

2024 will be a year of value and beverage innovation. Restaurants will invest in beverage innovation to give consumers choices beyond alcohol and CSDs. This started years ago with the fast casuals, but everyone will start to adopt beverage innovation widely. Is it any wonder transactions are declining industry-wide?

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 30, 2025

Growing menu innovation and healthy fast food further drive the growth of the market. Increased costs of sustainable packaging and adherence to government regulations contribute to financial burdens. Fast Food and QSR Value The United States Fast Food & Quick Service Restaurant Market size was valued at US$ 248.8 in the U.S.

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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. ” Examples of safety and service enhancements include: A culture of safety and wellbeing for employees and customers. .

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 28, 2020

One similar concept of note was announced by Lebua Hotels & Resorts, whose Bangkok-based day club, Float, was estimated to launch by end of year 2019, according to Forbes. In November 2019, Zagat brought back its first print edition of its legendary guidebook. million who spend $11.5 billion on average. Zagat debuted Zagat Stories.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Third – and this is true of all industries, not just restaurants: being innovative and flexible has tremendous value. You have to constantly adjust and innovate based on what's happening in the marketplace and environment. Matt Eisenacher, VP of Brand Strategy and Innovation, First Watch.

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FEBRUARY 21, 2020

. “VISIT PHILADELPHIA and the James Beard Foundation are thrilled for our unique partnership that brings the culinary and tourism industries together to make it easy for travelers to support delicious, diverse, and sustainable food,” said Jeff Guaracino, president and CEO, VISIT PHILADELPHIA. As the first sushi chain in the U.S.

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OCTOBER 16, 2019

Minimal Waste – Ono’s food truck is designed to be environmentally sustainable. From cups to straws, all of Ono’s consumables are compostable, making Ono more sustainable compared to traditional smoothie establishments. Ono Blend Founders Daniel Fukuba and Stephen Klein. through the end of the year.

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Goliath Consulting

NOVEMBER 3, 2019

2019 has been fun. Sustainable. Transparency has also become an important factor, and behind customer awareness of what constitutes a sustainably produced food 8. We expect that the demand for local, organic, ugly (imperfect) produce and sustainable seafood will continue to grow in 2020. But what comes afterwards?

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 14, 2020

“Virtual kitchens are a unique franchising opportunity that gives us a new and innovative way to capitalize on consumer trends at a low cost,” said Laura Rea Dickey, CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. In 2019, Little Caesars opened in Spain, India, and Barbados. 10 units in Chicago. 26 units in Houston.

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EATER

DECEMBER 16, 2021

In early 2019 these efforts gained steam with a series of New York Times exposés on food delivery companies such as DoorDash. In 2019, the CEO of Postmates publicly announced his support for One Fair Wage and the company’s commitment to ensure that tips would not be discounted against worker payments.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 11, 2020

Smart Foodservice had 2019 revenues of approximately $1.1 ” The 25th edition of Scoop features products designed to help bar-and-grill operators easily get creative and innovate with their menus, with elevated, upsell-worthy versions of their traditional bar-and-grill fare. Innovative Experiences. Plant-Based Burger Patty.

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

” The majority of SALIDO's employees joined NAB following the acquisition to continue innovating the Restaurant OS. “We are excited to bring Market Cafe to New York City as we are the only company currently offering a solution such as this one for safe, supportive and sustainable corporate dining.”

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 5, 2020

After moving from Australia to NYC, I couldn’t be more excited to make my mark as a part of this innovative, culture-lead team.” Started in September 2019, Delightree brings digital workflow tools to the hands of deskless workers who have traditionally had to rely on pen and paper. Tulkoff Opens New Facility.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 5, 2019

Kempczinski was one of key hires during this period, joining McDonald's in September 2015 as executive vice president of strategy, business development & innovation following leadership positions at Kraft and Pepsi. Sharing best practices on successful, creative and innovative solutions to reduce wasted food across industry sectors.

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JULY 1, 2020

Takeout and delivery has continued to sustain interest on Yelp, still up 148 percent based on consumer interest relative to pre-pandemic levels. This report’s results are based on surveys conducted over a 12-month period from April 2019 to March 2020—the month when the first U.S. In 2019, 15.7 percent to 77.9.

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EATER

MARCH 31, 2023

It was proof I could sustain myself without my parents, that I could not just reheat or order in but make a meal, even if it was as rudimentary as a burger with ketchup eaten between regular slices of bread because we didn’t have buns. Truly, what an innovation. Nostalgia is a hollow feeling.

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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. This stylish, comfortable antimicrobial face mask incorporates an innovative Bluetooth 5.0 ” 'Restaurant Recovery' Docuseries. . BioMask Bluetooth+.

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Sante

JANUARY 12, 2020

“After launching this product at the 2019 National Restaurant Association Show and being recognized for a Kitchen Innovations (KI) Award, we have not been able to keep enough inventory on the shelf until now.” “Demand for the DWM-20A has surpassed all expectations!” employs over 700 people nationwide.

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OCTOBER 21, 2019

The Exhibition will showcase hundreds of the latest innovations in plant-based living for the industry to review, taste and trial. Toronto's vibrant and diverse community paired with their innovative food scene makes for the perfect destination for our first location in Canada. and Plant Based News. by CHLOE Expands into Canada.

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Hot Schedules

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

E xperts predict the global hotel industry in 2022 will return to 80 percent of 2019 demand — as more vacationers return to the fold and business travelers book trips once more, how have your offerings adapted to post-pandemic consumer demands? Sustainability. One area where sustainability and mass appeal coexist – spirits.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 13, 2020

ICV will combine the remaining DRH and JK&T Wings sports bars, which it acquired in October 2019, making the combined company the largest franchisee of BWW. ” In October 2019 ICV made a significant investment in JK&T Wings, a leading franchisee of Buffalo Wild Wings, in partnership with management. ” Andre Gruel.

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OCTOBER 18, 2019

The company, with US offices located in Iowa City, has recently made headlines in the country, having been selected as a food waste innovator and recipient of the Zero Hunger | Zero Waste Kroger Foundation Grant. Within the US alone, an estimated? 63 million tons of food is wasted every year. ” Epic Generosity. .

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