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MRM Franchise Feed: Modular Chicken and 2020 Year-End Results

Modern Restaurant Management

“While this 2020 required us to pivot, we’ve been able to stay focused on maintaining our position as the fastest growing fast casual brand,” said Swenson, who joined Dave’s Hot Chicken at the tail-end of 2019. Good 2020 for Mountain Mike's. ” Naf Naf Expands in Dallas Area. . percent over 2019.

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Restaurant Hiring: Navigating the Labor Shortage

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Early on in 2020, we were scrambling to figure out ways to get food to customers and how to give staff enough hours and keep them on the payroll. Now as we enter a recovery stage, the biggest challenge that's emerged has become finding enough staff to fit the demand. Just keep this mantra in mind: prioritize fit, and train for skill.

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Restaurant Reopening Resources

Modern Restaurant Management

. “By combining this guidance with a restaurant’s existing policies gleaned from the FDA Food Code, ServSafe training, and recommendations from local health officials, they can help secure a safe opening,” said Sherman Brown, executive vice president, training and certification.

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Liquor Licensing 101 for Restaurants in Recovery

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As restaurants hire new employees, they are finding it more difficult to come across experienced workers who can also train other team members. Here I will walk through actionable tips to help you train employees and understand the basics of liquor licensing as your restaurant bounces back: Renewing Your Liquor License. ID, Please?

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How Restaurants Can Emerge Stronger

Modern Restaurant Management

The restaurant industry was turned upside down in 2020, practically overnight. How will restaurants shift their labor models to follow state safety regulations, ensure social distancing, minimize contact, and support the changing tide of guest preferences? The goal is to emerge from this crisis stronger than ever. Many even want to.

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How Can Restaurants Emerge Stronger?

Modern Restaurant Management

The restaurant industry was turned upside down in 2020, practically overnight. How will restaurants shift their labor models to follow state safety regulations, ensure social distancing, minimize contact, and support the changing tide of guest preferences? The goal is to emerge from this crisis stronger than ever. Many even want to.

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Mastering Multi-Channel Sales: A Comprehensive Guide for QSR Operators

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This highlights the increasing consumer demand for convenience and the importance of offering delivery options for QSR operators. Higher guest checks for delivery: Guest checks for delivery have consistently been higher than other channels over the past three years.