Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 11, 2020

US Foods Holding Corp.entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Smart Foodservice Warehouse Stores from funds managed by affiliates of Apollo Global Management, Inc. NYSE: APO) (the “Apollo Funds”) for $970 million in cash. US Foods to Acquire Smart Foodservice.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked experts for their thoughts on trends and challenges that will affect the restaurant industry in 2023. " – John Oakes, Revenue Management Solutions CEO. Slow movers tie up inventory -and the cash needed to by that inventory. For part one, click here.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry insiders for their perspection on 2020: What lessons did you learn and what do you feel the restaurant industry learned this year? Here are their responses. Click here for part two. Anita Adams, CEO of Black Bear Diner. Dennis Becker, CEO, Mobivity.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 14, 2021

Managers lack the tools to properly schedule employees and plan for shifting consumer demands, and as a result, businesses are paying for redundant overworked labor, or having to manage with inadequate labor due to hiring challenges. Rick Camac, Dean of Restaurant & Hospitality Management at the Institute of Culinary Education.

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EATER

APRIL 10, 2024

Tomekah George Wonder’s big idea for food delivery is to own every aspect of the process, from recipe development to the moment it ends up at your door A few weeks ago, chef JJ Johnson launched a new restaurant concept in downtown Brooklyn. Locked in the kitchen” is hyperbole, but the micrograms aren’t. It’s why the recipes are so perfect,” he adds.

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

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 19, 2020

Modern Restaurat Management (MRM) magazine is collaborating with the team at MarketScale on The Main Course , a podcast that aims to explore the intense and competitive modern restaurant industry. "We Barbara Castiglia , MODERATOR – Modern Restaurant Management. The Main Course. Restaurant of the Future Panel. 20 at 4 p.m.

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EATER

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

He never yelled or raised his voice, instead relying on sous chefs and managers to keep us in line. I knew there was a deep labor pool, so when managers told me I was easily replaceable, I believed them. For decades now, the dining public has understood restaurant kitchens to be tough places to work. They didn’t like it.

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EATER

DECEMBER 16, 2021

With her newest book One Fair Wage: Ending Subminimum Pay in America , published in the fall of 2021, Jayaraman furthers the movement. My parents and I lived in an old trailer in Sonora until I was two or three, then they came back to Arizona and they bought a house. They kicked me out of the house,” she said.

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Deliverect

DECEMBER 7, 2020

Some full-service restaurants managed to pivot and find a way to offer their multi-course meals for delivery. What’s in store for 2021? Now that the dust has somewhat settled, let’s take a look at what the future holds in 2021. What are the trends that will continue and what will go back to the way it was?

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Deliverect

DECEMBER 7, 2020

Some full-service restaurants managed to pivot and find a way to offer their multi-course meals for delivery. What’s in store for 2021? Now that the dust has somewhat settled, let’s take a look at what the future holds in 2021. What are the trends that will continue and what will go back to the way it was?

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 13, 2020

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. Ira Moreland, Managing Director of ICV, said, “We are very pleased to complete this transaction and are enthusiastic to deploy our expertise to help grow the Buffalo Wild Wings brand.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Ike’s Love & Sandwiches is ranked #12 on Fast Casual’s Movers and Shakers 2021 list. “We owed this rebrand to our fan-base of customers, franchisees and budding investors to experience our brand in an optimized and energized way.” ” Ike's Loves Bangin' Buns.

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EATER

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

In 2021, I worked in a restaurant that promoted itself as the future of dining. Mom-and-pop restaurants are thriving after the pandemic, “the personal connections [the customer] has made with the staff and other diners keep him coming back,” according to one reporter. But what does it mean for workers?

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7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

Back-of-House and Front-of-House. What about managers? Track and manage employee workload. For restaurant employees added in the past year (August 2021-August 2022), the average employee tenure is just 110 days —a little over three months. Back-of-House and Front-of-House are an even split.

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EATER

JANUARY 28, 2022

per hour — the lowest legal cash wage in the U.S. Melton also says she witnessed discrimination on the job — not only from customers but also from the store’s management. Melton also says she witnessed discrimination on the job — not only from customers but also from the store’s management. Jillian Melton was paid just $2.13

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 14, 2020

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. Virtual Barbecue Pit. All locations will serve guests via delivery through a virtual kitchen facility. ” Dickey’s is now offering a franchise discount for existing Owners Operators.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 12, 2020

" "It's going to be a long road back to normal," said Steven Hall. "Even In this edition of MRM News Bites, read about efforts to help the restaurant industry and heroes as well as "new normal" restaurant technology and products. Dining Bond Goes Global.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 9, 2020

parent company of fast-casual restaurant chain The Habit Burger Grill, for approximately $375 million in a cash transaction. parent company of fast-casual restaurant chain The Habit Burger Grill, for approximately $375 million in a cash transaction. and will continue to be managed by Russell Bendel, president and c.e.o.,

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7 Shifts

OCTOBER 20, 2022

One of those ways is tip pooling, where all tips are collected into one “pool” and re-distributed back to employees. One of the most significant changes occurred in 2018 when the Department of Labor ruled that back-of-house employees like cooks and dishwashers are eligible to be included in the tip pool. Table of Contents.

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Touch Bistro

JULY 18, 2021

The challenge is, the restaurant industry has been struggling with a shortage of chefs and other back of house staff for several years now. Back in 2019, TouchBistro’s Annual Industry Report found that seven in 10 restaurants in the U.S. were experiencing a labor shortage. million jobs – or 12% – short of pre-pandemic levels.

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Lavu

MAY 23, 2025

Disconnected Systems : Managing multiple order sources without integration causes confusion. A modern POS system solves these problems with faster payments, streamlined order management, real-time inventory tracking, and live sales reporting. Dual pricing options for cash transactions. Lavu POS Review 2025 1.

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Touch Bistro

JULY 4, 2021

In 2021, the restaurant industry is experiencing an unprecedented labor shortage that’s seeing worker resignations and job openings at an all-time high. million jobs – or 12% – short of pre-pandemic levels as of June 2021. There are several driving forces behind the 2021 labor shortage. Well, go ahead and unlearn it.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 12, 2019

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. Send news to Barbara Castiglia at bcastiglia@modernrestaurantmanagement.com. More Tropical in Colorado.

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The Food Corridor

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

The industry bounced back and found a way to get through the year. . The natural question now is: what you got 2021? What to Expect From 2021. With signs that things might be going back to norma l, there is certainly some optimism in the air. We all know what happened next. . It’s surely got to be better than 2020.

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Perfect Daily Grind

OCTOBER 7, 2022

million bags in August 2021. The company says funding will be used to provide Nescafé suppliers with more training on climate-resilient farming techniques, as well as providing cash incentives to producers who adopt these practices. Mon, 3 Oct. Indian coffee exporters report concerns over declining imports to US and Europe. Tue, 4 Oct.

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Margin Edge

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

There are three primary ways for restaurants to pay their bills: manually writing checks (stuffing, licking, stamping envelopes, and taking them to the post office), using credit cards or digital banking, and lastly using a third-party provider like Bill.com, QuickBooks, or your restaurant management system (RSM). Kind of like kombucha.

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The Restaurant Times

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

The labour shortfall and supply chain constraints that plagued 2021 have persisted into 2022. Investing in labour-saving technologies and providing simple and fewer menu selections, for example, has allowed them to free up cash flow and recruit more people or raise compensation. Sustainable Business Practices .

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Restaurant365

MAY 25, 2022

Kiosks that only accept electronic payments remove the time and costs associated with handling cash. It also alleviates the anxieties that come with housing a large amount of money on the premises, such as robbery, employee theft, and human error. Customer feedback. Restaurants hold a special place in our hearts.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 11, 2025

Escoffier is aiding restaurant owners and managers by preparing qualified candidates ready for engaged employment. . No matter how much technology evolves, or trends shift, people will always come back for quality food, great value, and friendly service. Delivering on these basics is what keeps customers coming back.

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Restaurant365

OCTOBER 8, 2021

There are many ways that the back-of-house may be organized, but the restaurant is set up without a traditional front-of-house (without waitstaff or on-site seating options). Without the need to build out an expensive front-of-house presence, kitchens can get up and running faster and at a lower cost.

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Squirrel Systems

MAY 25, 2021

Restaurant POS Software Integrations The POS has been around for close to 150 years but looked and operated very differently back then to what we commonly see in restaurants, hospitality businesses, or retail spaces today. We can understand the use case for restaurant management system integrations as two-fold – 1.

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The Restaurant Times

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Akiba Dori is a critically acclaimed Japanese street-food concept which houses the only Tokyo-style Neapolitan Pizzeria in the Middle East & is located in the heart of Dubai Design District. . The brand was conceived in April 2018 by Samer S. Hamadeh, whose previous concepts include Republique & Stereo Arcade.

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Apicbase

AUGUST 25, 2023

More than 4 in 10 operators plan to invest in equipment or technology to increase front- and back-of-house productivity. As Carl Orsbourn and Meredith Sandland emphasise in their 2021 book Delivering the Digital Restaurant: Your Roadmap to the Future of Food , it’s crucial to understand this disruption.

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Apicbase

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

million in 2021, to $974.9 million tons in 2020 and 12 million tons in 2021. million tons in 2020 and 12 million tons in 2021. 2023 has been a challenging year for restaurant operators, caught as they were between rising food costs and labour shortages. At first glance, some stats might seem to contradict each other.

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The Restaurant Times

DECEMBER 22, 2022

Xavier’s College that he was knocking on doors trying to earn some extra cash when he stumbled upon a restaurant opening. Xavier’s College that he was knocking on doors trying to earn some extra cash when he stumbled upon a restaurant opening. Since its foundation in the United States in 1984, the brand has grown globally.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 20, 2021

restaurant industry has shown remarkable resiliency, having lost as much as 35 percent of visits at the beginning of the pandemic, but still has a ways to go to get back to pre-pandemic levels, reports The NPD Group. Visits at the dinner daypart were down -5 percent in May 2021 from a year ago and -12 percent from two years ago.

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