Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Contactless payment solutions drive operators’ revenue and elevate customer experiences, but how can the technology set restaurants up for long-term success? In addition to deploying technology to address these shifting customer habits, arguably one of the biggest hurdles restaurant operators face is vendor fatigue.

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Loyalty Program Mobile Ordering Employee Relations Customer Experience 225

Culinary Cues

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

On occasion, a restaurant opens, the owners have the right idea, everyone in the operation rallies around core principles that find a home in consumer minds and hearts, and the place enjoys success for a long period of time. I know how heartbreaking it is when the dining room is nearly empty, and how invigorating it is when it is full.

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Fine Dining Employee Relations Front of House Small Business 433

7 Shifts

MARCH 18, 2021

After a few weeks of uncertainty in February and early March 2020, COVID-19 was declared a pandemic on March 11, 2020, by the World Health Organization. How restaurant sales were impacted Shortly after lockdowns were initiated, restaurant sales across the board—from full-service dining to coffee shops—took a nosedive.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 22, 2021

“This new model will allow our franchisees to go-to-market quicker than ever before, while reducing the overall development and operational costs,” said Jim Stevens, president of Golden Chick. “We’re partnering with top-tier franchise operators who recognize our momentum and are eager to be a part of our story.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 15, 2020

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features Grubhub's State of the Plate 2020 trend report, the fragility of "open," di g ital resilience and brand intimacy. State of the Plate 2020 – top foods across various cities. Top Foods of 2020. Financial Trends Insights.

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2020 Mobile Ordering Point of Sale Fast Casual 195

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 16, 2020

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. For instance, the growth of delivery led to uncharted operational struggles, with more business came heightened compliance risks and of course, with more customers came labor-related headaches.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 17, 2020

The 2020 holiday season may not offer the same gatherings, parties and hoopla of years’ past, but diners are making sure it is still filled with amazing food. “With holiday traditions disrupted and people dining in smaller groups, they are looking to for inspiration and want to try something new,” added de Montfort Walker.

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2020 Point of Sale Seasonal Menu Consumer Goods 167

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 17, 2020

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features consumers' dining desires, the power of personalization and the untapped opportunity in localized marketing. COVID-19 Consumer Dining Trends. Mixed take-out bag. Mixed take-out bag.

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2020 Loyalty Program Mobile Ordering Fast Casual 197

7 Shifts

JANUARY 8, 2021

After more than half a year of deliberation and inaction, the United States Congress passed a stimulus bill that was signed into law by outgoing President Donald Trump on December 27th, 2020. with 100% federally-backed, forgivable loans to keep their employees paid. The Paycheck Protection Program 2.0 How do I get my loan forgiven?

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Restaurant Law Employee Relations Small Business 2021 370

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 14, 2021

While restaurants continue to mitigate impacts caused by COVID-19, many have pivoted and found new ways to redefine the dining experience. Several other pandemic-related trends will continue into 2022 and beyond, and new trends will also emerge. percent from 2020, according to the National Restaurant Association.

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2022 Employee Relations Outdoor Fast Casual 203

Apicbase

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

2023 has been a challenging year for restaurant operators, caught as they were between rising food costs and labour shortages. In a 2023 survey, 29% of operators said they are very likely to open new locations in 2024. Most operators raised their menu prices in 2023, but fewer expect to do so in 2024. Let’s dig in.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 1, 2020

Q1 Yelp Economic Average (YEA) , which takes a holistic look at the local economic changes since the start of 2020, focused on the economic impact of COVID-19. Key restaurant findings from the Q1 2020 YEA include: More than 30,000 restaurants have shut down – temporarily or permanently – as of Sunday, April 19.

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2020 Fast Casual Food Safety Guest Recovery 191

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 15, 2020

Meanwhile, guest checks dropped considerably for full-service restaurants, a drop that was fueled in large part by beverage sales being almost completely eliminated by the shift to off-premise only operations. Fine dining and upscale casual were the worst performing segments during March based on same-store sales growth.

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2020 Fast Casual Point of Sale Online Ordering 196

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 31, 2019

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry insiders and experts for their insights on what will impact restaurants in 2020 and the response was overwhelming. The biggest trend by far, for now, and going into 2020 is ghost kitchens (AKA delivery only, virtual kitchens, cloud kitchens, pick-up only, etc.).

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2020 Kitchen Safety Consumer Goods Point of Sale 138

7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

Busy restaurant owners looking to bolster their incentive offering know that the last thing they need is another wrench in their bustling operations. Typical Employee Payout Methods. How Outdated Pay Cycles Negatively Affect Employees. overdraft fees in 2020 , totaling a $200+ tab in fees alone. Table of Contents.

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Cash Management Employee Relations Hospitality Innovation 370

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 5, 2020

Similarly, on April 24, 2020, Seattle issued an emergency order capping such fees at 15 percent. FDA Eases Labeling Requirements on Packaged Food Sold by Restaurants : On March 26, 2020, the FDA announced guidance easing labeling requirements for restaurants who wish to sell food directly to consumers or other businesses. .”

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Black Box Intelligence

APRIL 21, 2021

By the end of March and through April of 2020, full-service suddenly found itself in a scenario in which more than 85% of all their sales were going through off-premise. This meant a complete rethinking of how they would operate their restaurants and clearly technology played a vital part in making that transition work.”. Lou Grande.

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Technology Operations Employee Relations Kitchen Safety 80

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

Rewards Network, together with American Airlines AAdvantage Dining and United Airlines MileagePlus Dining, surveyed their members to learn more about what they anticipate their dining habits will look like over the next few months. Some highlights inlcude: Consumers' projected dining out frequency.

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2020 Mobile Ordering Guest Recovery Customer Service 189

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 12, 2021

In the beginning of 2020, no one could have predicted where the restaurant and quick service restaurant (QSR) industry would be today. When the pandemic hit and indoor dining was prohibited, the demand for online ordering, curbside pickup and drive-thru usage skyrocketed. Four Tech Solutions to Improve Guest and Employee Experiences.

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Employee Relations Customer Experience Customer Service Mobile Ordering 197

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 20, 2020

The Small Business Administration (SBA) and US Treasury department’s PPP loan forgiveness application was released on May 15, 2020 ( Forgiveness Application ). The much-awaited guidance does little to address the unique challenges afflicting the restaurant industry. Covered Period. Reductions in Average Full-Time Equivalency.

Employee Relations 193

Employee Relations 2020 Back of House Insurance 193

Restaurant365

JANUARY 26, 2021

The following are actual questions asked by restaurant operators about the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). Regarding using all PPP1 funds, do these funds have to be in relation to the 24-week covered forgiveness period or can we use PPP1 funds for eligible expenses after our covered period? 2020 expenses are deductible for 2020.

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Operations Employee Relations 2020 2021 78

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 19, 2023

This past year has shown us the invaluable difference that a warm and welcoming dining experience can make for customers, who are increasingly choosing establishments that go the extra mile in offering hospitality. – Frances Allen, President and CEO, Checkers Brand loyalty took priority in 2023.

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2023 Front of House Customer Experience Customer Service 117

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 31, 2020

voted Republican in 2016 – North Dakota, South Dakota, Wyoming, and Alaska – with services sectors and several food-related economic growth trended blue — Washington D.C., Yelp released its first-ever annual Yelp Economic Average? YEA) report, a benchmark of local economic strength in the U.S. A weak fourth quarter, down 1.4

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2020 Loyalty Program Point of Sale 2019 192

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 17, 2020

Most restaurants now are dealing with a fraction of their normal staff due to the reduction in operations, either because of state by state social distancing requirements and/or a diminished number of patrons who are willing to dine out these days. Business as usual is a thing of the past!

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Employee Relations Food Safety Small Business Government 197

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 27, 2020

The National Restaurant Association released new guidance for operation reopening which provides a basic summary of recommended practices that can be used to help mitigate exposure to the COVID-19 virus. The document is meant to be used in conjunction with instruction operators receive from authorities during their reopening phase-in.

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Food Safety Document Guest Recovery Download 231

7 Shifts

AUGUST 20, 2020

Fortunately, tech can help boost operational efficiency in restaurants. How to cut labor costs in a restaurant 101: Use a labor management tool Did you know that restaurants spend about 30% of their revenue on wages, overtime, payroll taxes, and employee health care? In fact, labor is one of the biggest costs for restaurants.

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Technology Mobile Ordering Dietary Restrictions Cash Management 293

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 7, 2021

Every restaurant business needs some form of an employee handbook. It’s an introduction to your company culture and a road map for how to operate. It should serve as a guide for your employees to reference on an ongoing basis. This vital management tool is more than just a long list of workplace rules and regulations.

Employee Relations 207

Employee Relations Restaurant Law Information Reference 207

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

Historically, food service businesses formulated a single year-long budget tailored to labor needs, food costs, average daily revenues, capacity levels and customer trends – all of which were in relation to historical results and relatively stable. Unfortunately, it could take as long as 6-12 months before the entire U.S.

2021 203

2021 Employee Relations Food Safety Customer Service 203

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 15, 2021

Customers and employees are demanding more transparency, expecting to see ongoing, proactive efforts to keep everyone safe. Four significant benefits to using digital tools include their ability to: increase safety, quality, accuracy, productivity, and efficiency, minimize risks, train and empower your employees, and manage COVID protocols.

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Food Safety Audits Employee Relations Training 197

7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 26, 2021

What are the benefits of self-operated delivery for restaurants? Dine-in and off-premise are very different things, and it's a must to take into account. To ensure that your food makes sense for off-premise dining, Landers suggests a mock delivery. With an owned delivery platform, you gain full control over the delivery process.

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Online Ordering Ordering Customer Service Food Order 341

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 20, 2021

As consumers ramp up their event planning, operators should continue to leverage connected technology solutions to ensure the event booking and management process is streamlined and as user-friendly as possible. Event Planning Is Back. consumers to better understand their feelings about planning events in 2021.

2021 189

2021 Online Ordering Mobile Ordering Guest Recovery 189

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

cities have implemented requirements for patrons to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination in order to dine indoors at restaurants. Since the late summer of 2021, many major U.S. At a time when over one-third of U.S adults remained unvaccinated, the launch of this unprecedented policy was met with concern by many in the restaurant industry.

Employee Relations 203

Employee Relations Dine-in Customer Experience Sustainability 203

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 3, 2023

A Return to Normal The National Restaurant Association released its 2023 State of the Restaurant Industry report, which examines key factors impacting the industry including the current state of the economy, operations, workforce, and food and menu trends to forecast sales and market trends for the year ahead. million by the end of 2023.

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2023 2022 Consumer Goods Point of Sale 203

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Restaurant industry insiders offer their insights on F&B trends we can expect to see in 2024. The top ordered desserts this year, included donuts, chocolate brownies, and strawberry cheesecake! Top Eats, Drinks, and More No fork, no problem: In addition to fries defending its spot as the most ordered food of the year (and the past decade!),

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2024 2023 Food Order 2013 189

7 Shifts

MARCH 27, 2020

states are forcing non-essential businesses to stop operations. However, many states that are forcing restaurants to stop their dine-in services are allowing them to operate as takeout and delivery-only establishments. In some areas, they are even being legally required to do so. Do you have takeout packaging in stock?

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Social Media Restaurant Law Employee Relations Communication 312

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 16, 2021

This edition of MRM Research Roundup features the latest facts and figures of restaurant operations, the state of business dining, and the mid-year gift card report. With most of their business reliant on dine-in visits, full service restaurants (FSR) bore the brunt of the COVID dine-in restrictions. foodservice industry.

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2021 Guest Recovery 2019 Loyalty Program 180

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 12, 2022

This edition of MRM Research Roundup features evolving guest relationships, views on restauarant tech, employee desires and wedding trends. According to this year's survey, restaurant operators' early investment in delivery and mobile ordering has paid off in a big way. Investment in delivery and mobile ordering pays off.

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2022 Mobile Ordering Guest Recovery Point of Sale 215