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. A new survey shows that Americans love new tech-driven options for ordering and retrieving food, but the flipside is that it is making them more impatient. In Love with Tech, but Impatient.

2022 200

2022 Mobile Ordering Guest Recovery Point of Sale 200

EATER

JANUARY 19, 2022

In what can feel like a repeat of spring 2020, people are sharing photos of similar scenes at stores around the country, and reports of empty shelves are coming in from Massachusetts and Florida. began paying attention to food supply chains in a new way. began paying attention to food supply chains in a new way.

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Indoor Media

JUNE 3, 2021

With most states having reopened to some extent, vaccination rates rising, and unemployment numbers far better than they were in the summer of 2020, things are looking up. One report found that more than 110,000 bars and restaurants shuttered in 2020. Staffing and supply change was one of the biggest constants of the pandemic.

Advertising 88

Advertising Restaurant Law Food Supply Customer Service 88

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 28, 2020

We also see this gaining traction with consumers similar to how calorie labeling became a major source of information for our personal health. The younger generations don’t just want great food, they expect memorable experiences. Making guests feel that their food is being prepared and served in a safe way will be integral.

2021 229

2021 Mobile Ordering Loyalty Program Kitchen Safety 229

Aaron Allen & Associates

MAY 26, 2021

The violent swings in demand and supply have devastated some businesses (restaurants led the U.S. in bankruptcies in 2020 ). While many only think “restaurants” when thinking “foodservice,” we look at the entire global food ecosystem of $14.6T. Food Safety. Up to one-third of U.S.

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Food Supply Food Safety Equipment Supplies 59

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

Good Food Restaurant Scorecard. Despite skyrocketing demand for plant-based food across the U.S., 42 of the country’s favorite fast food and restaurant chains still don’t offer a plant-based entrée, according to a report released today by The Good Food Institute (GFI).

Hospitality 141

Hospitality Food Consumer Goods Point of Sale 141

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 30, 2021

It’s one more way we can show how much we care about our employees. “We’re thrilled to partner with the KFC Foundation to provide KFC restaurant employees with the tools they need to quickly build emergency savings funds and establish long-term saving habits,” said Leigh Phillips, President and CEO, SaverLife.

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Franchise Franchising Fast Casual Point of Sale 191

Aaron Allen & Associates

MARCH 19, 2020

The economic slowdown, public markets in distress, supply chains interrupted, tourism coming to a halt, consumers staying at home (which — for many — translates to a lower disposable income), and huge uncertainty can have long-lived effects for many chains. Here is a compilation of restaurant industry-related Coronavirus updates.

2020 52

2020 Guest Recovery Point of Sale Employee Relations 52

The Restaurant Times

OCTOBER 22, 2021

According to a report by the IMARC Group, the Indian bakery market was valued at USD 9,626 Million in 2020 and is anticipated to grow at a robust rate of 10.8% Source: Times Food – Times of India. The FSSAI license is important to certify the quality and safety of the food you serve your customers.

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License Back of House Kitchen Safety Equipment 52

Aaron Allen & Associates

MARCH 12, 2021

as of the last quarter of 2020. LPs and employees are increasingly aware of ESG policies and are determined to make an impact (the AUM for Principles for Responsible Investment signatories grew by 4.8x Sustainability and Food Security Generating Millions in Government Support. in the last ten years).

Government 59

Government Sustainability Agriculture 2030 59

BNG Point of Sale

AUGUST 27, 2021

It is also not an easy one–regardless of the restaurant size and business model–with plenty of competition to contend with while trying to stay on top in terms of the quality food it serves and its prices. For example, let’s say John Doe Bar’s total sales from July to September 2020 were $1.25 Sales revenue .

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Point of Sale Social Media Customer Service Online Ordering 52

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. In the U.S.

2020 148

2020 Fast Casual Food Safety Guest Recovery 148

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 14, 2021

The challenges our teams have faced over the last two years specifically has made us value our employees now more than ever. Restaurants will continue to grapple with labor shortages and supply chain disruptions throughout 2022. A drop in employee retention & difficulty in hiring. Clinton Anderson, CEO, Fourth Enterprises.

2022 180

2022 Food Supply Mobile Ordering Customer Experience 180

EATER

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Pandemic-related materials, food, and labor shortages make running an independent restaurant near-impossible. Even as some of these supply chain hiccups and irregularities resolved, others popped up. Shortages and sourcing issues are becoming the new normal for restaurant operators. “We The Great Material Shortage.

Front of House 122

Front of House Food Supply Back of House Supplies 122

Apicbase

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

2023 has been a challenging year for restaurant operators, caught as they were between rising food costs and labour shortages. Food costs increased in 2023: according to one survey, 60% of operators reported that all or most suppliers raised their prices , up from 50% in 2022. million tons in 2020 and 12 million tons in 2021.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

Over the next decade, a generation passionate about health and wellness will demand restaurants be transparent about food from farm to table. Guests will expect to know every aspect of sourcing and meal preparation, which will disrupt traditional back-of-house systems with technology that connects the farm to the food.

Mobile Ordering 206

Mobile Ordering Front of House Fast Casual Customer Service 206

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 19, 2020

percent as of September 30, 2020. A good first step is to elevate your food safety culture. How Food Safety Culture Has Changed. How Food Safety Culture Has Changed. Food safety used to mean “what you do when no one is watching.” Per Statista , the year-over-year decline of seated diners in U.S.

Food Safety 180

Food Safety Food Employee Relations Consumer Goods 180

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 20, 2021

The most popular COVID-related safety offerings people look for when booking a venue included outdoor spaces (47 percent) and socially-distanced floor plans (40 percent). Catering is still a promising source of revenue for restaurants, hotels and venues to continue to capitalize on. In mid-March 2020, U.S. Pet Supplies Plus.

2021 175

2021 Online Ordering Mobile Ordering Guest Recovery 175

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 14, 2020

US Foods Holding Corp. "With colder weather setting in and new restrictions going into effect across the country, our ongoing commitment to helping restaurant operators adapt during the pandemic has never been more important," said Jim Osborne, senior vice president of customer strategy and innovation at US Foods. "Our

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Webinar Customer Experience Mobile Ordering Customer Service 182

Black Box Intelligence

MARCH 10, 2020

Coronavirus and the Restaurant Industry: Key Insights – May 13, 2020. . Despite many companies beginning to bring back employees from furlough, of those people employed by chain restaurants back in January, only 45% of them remain actively employed today on average. Key Insights – May 6, 2020. .

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Point of Sale Guest Recovery Fine Dining Fast Casual 124

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 27, 2020

Participating restaurants will donate 15-25 percent of sales to their local food bank and over 1500 restaurants nationwide have already joined the initiative. ” Over 200 food banks face a surge in demand for emergency food aid in the wake of COVID-19. Frequent hand washing following CDC guidance and food code.

Food Safety 133

Food Safety Kitchen Safety Mobile Ordering Guest Recovery 133

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

TEAM Schostak Family Celebrates Anniversary and Employees. TEAM Schostak Family Restaurants (TSFR) is celebrating its 40th anniversary along with the anniversaries of employees that have been with the company for 20 years or more. He started his career with Hardee’s Food Systems in 1983 ending in the position of District Manager.

Food 137

Food Tip Distribution Guest Recovery Food Safety 137

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 17, 2020

In 2020 alone, Curry Up Now anticipates opening 12 locations across the country. Curry Up Now began as a food truck in 2009 and was founded by husband and wife duo, Akash and Rana Kapoor, and supported by co-founder and Senior VP of Operations, Amir Hosseini. " Benihana Plans Franchise Expansion. Benihana National Corp.

Franchise 103

Franchise Franchising Fast Casual Leadership 103

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 29, 2020

This edition of MRM News Bites features tech companies winning funding, AI in the kitchen, DoorDash invests in brick and mortar and the gamification of food ordering. Production speeds are being tracked to increase and meet demand needs, reaching an average of 360 baskets of fried foods a day. In total, approximately 14,580 lbs.

Online Ordering 120

Online Ordering Customer Service Seasonal Menu Food Order 120

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 16, 2020

data highlights: Usually, QSR brands see a dip in traffic from the last week of February to the first week of March, but three of the eight saw those fortunes turn in 2020. believes the coronavirus is not going to have a single blanket impact on all aspects of the economy or even the retail economy or food sector more specifically.

Mobile Ordering 101

Mobile Ordering Online Ordering Point of Sale POS 101

EATER

MAY 15, 2020

But to some hourly employees, that core concept has rung hollow during the pandemic. Nevertheless, Jamie and about 20 other Waffle House employees crammed into their unit, working 12-hour shifts to keep the restaurant open and running on a limited menu as the businesses around them shuttered. “It Photo by Matthew Stockman/Getty Images.

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Back of House Employee Relations Customer Service Take-out 98

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Real Food at BK. Burger King permanently banned 120 artificial ingredients and counting from its food menu nationwide. “By banning these 120 ingredients from our food, we’re offering guests an easy choice – delicious food made with quality ingredients. .

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Franchise Franchising Food Fast Casual 163

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 17, 2020

According to a new survey released by the National Restaurant Association, nearly one in six restaurants (representing nearly 100,000 restaurants) is closed either permanently or long-term; nearly three million employees are still out of work; and the industry is on track to lose $240 billion in sales by the end of the year. Comfort Food.

2020 186

2020 Food Safety Food Supply Kitchen Safety 186

EATER

APRIL 20, 2021

What follows is an overview of the fund, including how it will help save certain establishments, including fast-food chains, how it will neglect other venues, such as recently closed restaurants, and how to apply. Food trucks, food stands, food carts, snack bars. After that, everyone else will be able to apply.

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Food Truck Document Small Business Point of Sale 115

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 14, 2020

” Throughout 2020, the culinary team at Walk-On’s will feature select burgers from the menu as the “Game On Burger.” ” With plans to grow over 50 locations in 2020, Walk-On’s’ expansion will allow the Game On Foundation to further its reach and help even more young athletes thrive.

Back of House 109

Back of House Hotels Leadership Design 109

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 19, 2020

Did not reduce the salaries or wages of their employees by more than 25 percent, and did not reduce the number or hours of their employees; OR. Did not reduce the salaries or wages of their employees by more than 25 percent, and did not reduce the number or hours of their employees; OR. Relish by ezCater.

Food Safety 106

Food Safety Customer Experience Website Management Employee Relations 106

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.).

2020 126

2020 Kitchen Safety Consumer Goods Point of Sale 126

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

” According to a survey conducted by the National Restaurant Association, the restaurant industry is expected to lose $240 billion by the end of 2020. The study also found that 8 million employees were laid off or furloughed during the height of the pandemic. US Foods Holding Corp. On Point With Off-Premise.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 28, 2020

Mentors on the platform harbor vast expertise on a variety of culinary related topics, bringing a range of perspectives and backgrounds to chefs around the country in need of support and advice. He began his life-long career in the hospitality business at the food service division of Stouffer in Newark, N.J., Plamondon, Sr. Dies at 88.

Allergens 112

Allergens Kitchen Safety Guest Recovery Customer Service 112

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 27, 2020

Interest for alcohol-related experiences has increased since June 1, relative to other food activities, with a rise in consumer interest for wineries (up 51 percent), cideries (up 39 percent), breweries (up 24 percent) and distilleries (up 19 percent).

Franchise 133

Franchise Franchising Mobile Ordering Kitchen Safety 133

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 1, 2021

In this edition of MRM Research Roundup, we feature top foods of 2021, customer satisfaction, the Good Food 100 and shopping sentiments, State of the Plate. Unlike 2020, diners opted for the plant-based versions of delivery classics so far in 2021. Top Foods Across Major Markets. Churro waffle: (+339 percent).

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2021 Loyalty Program Mobile Ordering Consumer Goods 115

EATER

JULY 6, 2022

For 15 years, the Stone Barns Center for Food & Agriculture tried to fix the food system by educating children and producing new farmers. On the morning of February 7, 2020, office employees at the Stone Barns Center for Food & Agriculture filed one by one into meetings with management.

Agriculture 94

Agriculture Leadership Education Employee Relations 94