7 Shifts

MARCH 25, 2022

Coming out of 2020, few restaurant types were better prepared for the new normal than quick service and fast casual. What 3,700 Restaurant Employees are Looking For To Stay Engaged. Where we have seen significant changes are both in the total number of labor hours per day, and labor costs in relation to sales. Table of Contents.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 2, 2020

The National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation has launched the Restaurant Employee Relief Fund to support U.S. restaurant employees financially impacted by the coronavirus crisis. Clic here to d onate to the Foundation’s Restaurant Employee Relief Fund. This fund is designed to help those struggling employees.”

Employee Relations 516

Employee Relations Healthcare Online Ordering Customer Service 516

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

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. We’re seeing massive disruption to front-of-house systems, too, delivering personalized guest experiences from order to payment to final delivery.

Mobile Ordering 539

Mobile Ordering Front of House Customer Service Customer Experience 539

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. It hit a fast low on March 22, 2020 — with the industry as a whole seeing a 77% drop in sales. A year ago this month, our industry was rocked to its core.

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Point of Sale Back of House Front of House Outdoor 370

Social Hospitality: Restaurants

MAY 6, 2020

Four Seasons New York: Housing Healthcare Pros. Andrew Cuomo (@NYGovCuomo) March 25, 2020. . Andrew Cuomo (@NYGovCuomo) March 25, 2020. Amidst the current COVID-19 pandemic, there is a lot of negativity online and in the news. Here are 10 inspirational ways the hospitality industry is embracing positivity during COVID-19.

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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. As it relates to the labor crunch, we’re seeing in restaurant brands across the board: An impact in top-line revenue because customers aren't being served. Clinton Anderson, CEO, Fourth Enterprises.

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EATER

AUGUST 10, 2021

The CEO of Chipotle was paid $38 million in 2020; the CEO of Yum! These companies could certainly afford to pay their line-level employees higher wages to entice them back to work. Currently, 886 offers back-of-house employees an hourly wage between $18 to $20, and front of house usually sees a minimum of $25.

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Front of House Back of House Employee Relations Small Business 261

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. The Pandemic Has Permanently Altered the Consumer-Restaurant Relationships. Investment in delivery and mobile ordering pays off. 71 percent rely on delivery for 11 percent or more of sales.

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2022 Mobile Ordering Guest Recovery Point of Sale 539

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 5, 2020

In this edition of MRM News Bites, we feature a lot of tech news, a celebrity-owned virtual dining concept, and the annual Neighborhood to Nation Restaurant Recipe Contest. TouchBistro Acquires TableUp. TouchBistro acquired Boston-based TableUp, a provider of loyalty and marketing solutions for the restaurant industry.

Food Safety 527

Food Safety Mobile Ordering Online Ordering Kitchen Safety 527

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

The National Labor Relations Board will issue its final rule tomorrow, February 26, governing joint-employer status under the National Labor Relations Act. The National Labor Relations Board will issue its final rule tomorrow, February 26, governing joint-employer status under the National Labor Relations Act.

Mobile Ordering 348

Mobile Ordering Front of House Customer Experience Back of House 348

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 20, 2020

Feed the Front Line. ezCater launched Feed the Front Line , a program that helps anyone contribute meals to healthcare workers fighting coronavirus. To support restaurants, ezCater has waived commissions on all Feed the Front Line meals. This edition of MRM News Bites features ezCater, S?mrus, ” Small Brand, Big Heart.

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Healthcare Small Business Kitchen Safety Front of House 450

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. . Takeout For Good. ” Over 200 food banks face a surge in demand for emergency food aid in the wake of COVID-19.

Food Safety 441

Food Safety Kitchen Safety Mobile Ordering Guest Recovery 441

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

In this edition of MRM News Bites, we feature real-time data on consumer behavior and the move to #cutoutcutlery. SpotOn Secures $60M Funding. SpotOn Transact, Inc. secured $60 million in Series C funding. The round is led by DST Global with participation from existing investors including Dragoneer Investment Group and Franklin Templeton.

Serving 517

Serving White Paper Food Recycling 517

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 19, 2023

As guests gravitate towards digital for control and convenience and operators sought to improve operational efficiencies, brands realized the importance of implementing technology both back- and front-of-house in an effort to do more with less and make every guest feel like a regular. Here are some of their insights.

2023 294

2023 Front of House Customer Experience Customer Service 294

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 3, 2023

In a State of the Restaurant industry report, the Natiional Restaurant Association sees a return to normal with predicted sales growth in 2023. Other top research lists how impactful the Super Bowl was for restaurants, the state of gift cards and top pizza cities. million by the end of 2023.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 14, 2020

The brand is also on track to raise a quarter of a million dollars in funds for front line heroes by the end of September after ringing-in nearly $50,000 in contributions from their charitable Big Yellow Cup in just two weeks. All locations will serve guests via delivery through a virtual kitchen facility.

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EATER

JANUARY 28, 2021

Amid a stark decrease in business and recreational travel, hotels across the country averaged 44 percent occupancy during 2020, compared to 66 percent the year prior, according to the American Hotel and Lodging Association. Consider the presentation, he says, or how the staff feels like family.

Hotels 343

Hotels Fine Dining Dine-in Food Safety 343

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 17, 2020

In 2020 alone, Curry Up Now anticipates opening 12 locations across the country. Curry Up Now also limits their disposal waste by using real plates, silverware and cloth napkins in-house and packaging all to-go orders in recyclable and compostable containers. " Benihana Plans Franchise Expansion. Benihana National Corp. Select U.S.

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Franchising Franchise 2020 Fast Casual 340

EATER

JULY 30, 2020

Throughout, she relates her own narrative and relationship to food to those of her mother and grandmothers. Throughout, she relates her own narrative and relationship to food to those of her mother and grandmothers. Lisa Donovan | Photo courtesy of Lisa Donovan. With Our Lady of Perpetual Hunger , Donovan is doing just that.

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Café Front of House Back of House Hiring 357

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Restaurant industry insiders offer their insights on F&B trends we can expect to see in 2024. Using DoorDash order data from January 1, 2023 to October 31, 2023, we bring you DoorDash’s Dash From the Past 2023 Trend Report. The top items paired with ibuprofen included Cheesesteaks, Cognac, Nacho Fries, Bacon Egg and Cheese, and Cold Brew!

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 3, 2020

Currently, PJ’s Coffee has 124 locations and by the end of 2020, the franchise is expected to open an additional six cafes throughout the country. PJ's Hopes to Open 187 Locations Throughout Florida in Next 10 Years. Our goal is to bring the coffee to them, so they can make every weekend feel like a vacation.”

Franchising 414

Franchising Franchise Catering Online Ordering 414

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 27, 2019

This edition of MRM News Bites features NCR, Bloom Intelligence, The American Food Association, The Dinex Group, Performance Food Group Company, Appetize and Restaurant365, Snackpass, PAR Technology, Net Element, Sensory, GRIF, Picnic and El Pollo Loco. NCR Acquires Zynstra. NCR Corporation acquired U.K.-based

Mobile Ordering 309

Mobile Ordering Customer Service Point of Sale Customer Experience 309

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 11, 2020

We would like to thank Derek Jones and all of the employees at Smart Foodservice for their dedication in building a highly differentiated business in the cash and carry industry, and we know the company will be in great hands with its new owners.” US Foods to Acquire Smart Foodservice. reducing to approximately 3.0x

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Bar Cash Management Loyalty Program Point of Sale 386

EATER

JANUARY 28, 2022

As a young, lighter-skinned Black woman of mixed heritage, Melton says she was often assigned by her managers to the busiest, most front-facing sections of the restaurant along with her white and young coworkers. . — during her six years at Seasons 52 Wine Bar and Grill in Memphis, Tennessee. But she says they weren’t receptive.

Cash Management 246

Cash Management Restaurant Law Employee Relations Food Supply 246

Social Hospitality: Restaurants

MAY 6, 2020

Four Seasons New York: Housing Healthcare Pros The Four Seasons Hotel in Manhattan is providing free rooms to doctors, nurses and other medical personnel. Amidst the current COVID-19 pandemic, there is a lot of negativity online and in the news. Here are 10 inspirational ways the hospitality industry is embracing positivity during COVID-19.

Hospitality 195

Hospitality Airlines Healthcare Hotels 195

Hot Schedules

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

Employee Turnover is at an All-Time High: 5 Emerging Benefits Trends You Need to Know. The past year has seen employee turnover reach an all-time high , and you’ve likely experienced it at your own business. Employee turnover greatly hampers throughput and cuts into available revenues. b3lineicon|b3icon-24hours|? |24

Employee Relations 147

Employee Relations Front of House Waste Hotels 147

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 21, 2020

The James Beard Foundation and VISIT PHILADELPHIA ® announced that together, the organizations will reveal the 2020 James Beard Awards nominees at a live press conference in Philadelphia on Wednesday, March 25 in partnership with Constellation Culinary Group. Send news to Barbara Castiglia at bcastiglia@modernrestaurantmanagement.com.

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Brewery Design Food Supply Equipment 348

Restaurant365

JULY 24, 2020

Statista’s latest data indicates that: Revenue in the online food delivery segment is projected to reach $26,527m in 2020. Revenue is expected to show an annual growth rate (CAGR 2020-2024) of 5.1%, resulting in a projected market volume of $32,325m by 2024. What is a ghost kitchen? How a ghost kitchen works. Size of U.S.

Front of House 147

Front of House Online Ordering Kitchen Safety Customer Service 147

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 16, 2019

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features the great gift of a restaurant gift card, learning about event professionals, top QSR traffic and digital ordering strategies. Holiday Traffic Not Enough. Topline numbers show robust restaurant sales growth during November. Same-store sales growth was 1.6

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2019 Compost Mobile Ordering Online Ordering 322

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Eight months after the acquisition by Capriotti’s, Wing Zone is rolling out a brand refresh which features technology upgrades, a revamped menu, an energized restaurant design and experience, a new logo and other assets designed to further position the brand as one of the undisputed leaders in the chicken wing category.

Franchising 471

Franchising Franchise Food Fast Casual 471

Cheetah

JUNE 14, 2021

Few establishments are now considering raising wages, offering employee benefits or improving the working conditions. Increasing wages, gradually introducing automatic gratuity, sharing the tip pool with back-of-the-house (BOH) employees, improving the working conditions, investing in cross-training, and reducing staff are all good solutions.

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BOH Back of House Front of House Employee Relations 148

Xtra Chef

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

But as we know, 2020 is a year unlike any other, so the holidays are bound to be a bit different than what we’re all used to. COVID-19 is possibly the biggest factor in holiday planning for 2020. Should you focus on the in-house experience or pivot to off-premise options? Consideration 1: COVID-19. Consideration 2: Weather.

Hospitality 155

Hospitality Seasonal Menu Front of House Social Media 155

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 13, 2019

The National Labor Relations Board instructed an administrative law judge to approve settlements resolving complaints against McDonald’s USA LLC, McDonald’s Restaurants of Illinois, Inc., Denver, and San Francisco currently under exploration for 2020. NLRB Approves McDonald's Settlements. Flip’d by IHOP.

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Mobile Ordering Catering POS Online Ordering 251

Hot Schedules

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

They take the form of wasted time, effort and cash, and cause havoc and frustration for your employees and guests alike. It keeps them from interacting with their teams, spending time in the front of house with guests, and getting their work done efficiently. Related Posts. Welcome to our Meet-the-Villain series.

Cash Management 78

Cash Management Allergens Back of House Front of House 78

Sling

AUGUST 9, 2023

March 2023 13 Expert Tips for Effective Employee Communication March 2023 11 Types of Job Shifts Managers Should Know March 2023 What Is Incentive Pay and How Does it Work? March 2023 What Is a Human Resource Management System (HRMS)?

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Hot Schedules

FEBRUARY 3, 2020

Learn how outsourcing your HR can increase employee engagement while decreasing liabilities and fees. As a result, the impact on your employees’ experience and the guest experience is tangible. If they’re stuck in the back of house they can’t be out front, improving the guest experience. Any mistake is costly.

Employee Relations 78

Employee Relations Restaurant Law Front of House Allergens 78

Touch Bistro

AUGUST 11, 2021

hour for businesses with 4 or more employees. hour for businesses with 25 or fewer employees and $14.00 for businesses with 26 or more employees (several cities also have their own minimum wage laws). hour for businesses with 25 or fewer employees and $15.00/hour hour for employees not covered under FLSA).

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