Bottleneck Management

APRIL 11, 2022

2021 Core Four Awards. The Core Four Award goes to one Heart of House team member, one Front of House team member, and one Home Office team member. The 2021 award winners are Colter Potts, Luis Zambrano, and Hector Soteno. Cheers to the Core Four Award Winners. He is a true leader and innovator in our restaurants. .

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 21, 2020

And when it comes to those marketing plans, 2020’s lessons will, at least, provide good advice for 2021 and the years to come. When it comes to those marketing plans, 2020’s lessons will, at least, provide good advice for 2021 and the years to come. Curbside takeout and no-contact delivery are the norms. Be a Teacher.

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Cheetah

JUNE 1, 2021

Last year all events were held online but 2021 will have some cornerstone outdoor in-person events too. This includes everything from special menu items and donation campaigns to apps like OpenTable showcasing gay owned restaurants. Separating colors across the menu or alternating colors by day or week is simple and chic.

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Deliverect

DECEMBER 7, 2020

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? Without wishing to tempt fate, the smart money is on strong growth in the first quarter of 2021. Takeout is king.

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Deliverect

DECEMBER 7, 2020

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? Without wishing to tempt fate, the smart money is on strong growth in the first quarter of 2021. Takeout is king.

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Marketing4Restaurants

JANUARY 11, 2021

This is Part 3 of our Resto Trends 2021 series. Check out the previous episodes here: Episode 143- Restaurant Trends for 2021. Episode 144- Restaurant Trends for 2021- Online Ordering and Delivery. 2021 Restaurant Trends – Food, Marketing, and Business. There has been an absolute retail apocalypse. Comfort Food.

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Touch Bistro

AUGUST 11, 2021

When your business is located in an affected region, the federal minimum wage takes a back seat to the state or city rate. Minimum Wage Rates for 2021 by State. state minimum wage rates for 2021 and the planned increases: Alabama: $7.25/hour This information is current as of August 2021. hour on October 1, 2021.

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7 Shifts

JANUARY 11, 2021

But 2021 is the year to evolve your restaurant for whatever comes next. We like to think of it as a roadmap to success in 2021 and beyond. The traditional division of labor between the front of the house and back of the house is no more, and restaurant employees have taken up responsibilities this year that they never imagined.

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Cheetah

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

November is World Vegan Month, the perfect opportunity for your restaurant to experiment with alternative menu specials. In part 1 of the Better Food, Better Profits series we explore one of the hottest trends in the foodservice industry for 2021-2022 – plant based food. High Profit Potential for Plant Based Menu Items.

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7 Shifts

JUNE 20, 2022

Ghost kitchens emerged in the back half of the 2010s as delivery apps began to take hold of the dining market. No front of house staff, smaller spaces, and no need for prime real estate that all contribute to the lower costs. Table of Contents. What is a ghost kitchen? Benefits of a ghost kitchen model. Frequently Asked Questions.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 13, 2023

Just as the pandemic fueled digital transformation via no-contact delivery apps, QR code menus, and digital ordering, restaurants challenged by lack of staffing will likely turn to technology like Artificial Intelligence (AI) to alleviate pain points. But arguably no issue has proven to be as constant and bedeviling as the labor shortage.

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Touch Bistro

MAY 26, 2021

And now, with vaccinations on the rise and looser restrictions in place, Father’s Day 2021 presents a perfect opportunity for your restaurant to go big. Plan ahead to keep diners happy and coming back for seconds. Here’s what you’re going to want to look at to get ready for Father’s Day: Menu Marketing Staff Equipment.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 17, 2020

Looking ahead to 2021, there are three trends we see defining the restaurant and hospitality industry. By this point, most restaurants have experimented with their concept and menu to adapt. Therefore, we expect that the “New Normal” of operations will be here to stay at least until summer if not into the fall of 2021.

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7 Shifts

AUGUST 6, 2021

Staff scheduling, inventory management, menu analysis , guest satisfaction, profitability, and so much more rest on the shoulders of accurate restaurant forecasting. Factors to Incorporate in Your 2021 Restaurant Forecasting. Table of Contents. What is Forecasting for a Restaurant? What is Forecasting for a Restaurant?

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 18, 2023

If 2020 and 2021 were all about helping operators find new revenue streams to reach guests when they couldn’t come into restaurants, then 2022 was all about getting customers back in. Personalization with Data. To meet their expectations, operators can use detailed, data-driven guest profiles. Making More Informed Decisions.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 28, 2022

These spaces are only used to prepare food for off-premises consumption; there is no dining room, curbside pickup or drive thru, which means operators can get by on skeleton back-of-house (BOH) crews. Virtual brands can be especially useful in testing new menu items and mitigating supply chain challenges.

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Touch Bistro

JULY 26, 2021

Make your Labor Day plans early so that you have enough time to perfect your menu and plan your marketing promotions. This is how we recommend preparing your restaurant for Labor Day: Menu Changes. You know that making changes to a menu is more complicated than it seems. Of course, we want the former for you. All hands on deck?

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 11, 2021

According to the National Restaurant Association's 2021 State of the Restaurant Industry report , 70 percent of consumers reported they would likely take a table outside if the conditions were right. Here are some of the ways restaurant owners can leverage a holistic and data-driven POS system to optimize their outdoor dining operations.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

Additonally, ninety-six percent of operators experienced supply delays or shortages of key food or beverage items in 2021 – and these challenges will likely continue in 2022. While the restaurant and foodservice industry added back 1.7M While the restaurant and foodservice industry added back 1.7M

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EATER

APRIL 10, 2024

It’s called Bankside, with a menu that includes peel-and-eat shrimp, clam chowder, crispy cod sandwiches, and a lobster roll. The chefs develop the menu and recipes, lending their famous names. Three months after creating his menu, Johnson returned to the kitchen and Wonder’s chefs served him their version of his food. “I

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Touch Bistro

AUGUST 23, 2021

Try using textures, patterns, or even objects like the Taiwan Noodle House in Beijing, China. Whip up a feast for the eyes with restaurant interior design that wows your customers, while building brand recognition and loyalty. In fact, color alone can influence up to 90% of a guest’s initial impression. The added benefit? Image Source ].

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 24, 2021

You know, the usual in 2021. I have no idea what a content house even is, and even if I did, I would only give you that money if you could prove upfront what the ROI would be.” So we went back to the drawing board as marketers to toy with the algorithm, and voila, an additional four percent. ” Enter: the stalemate.

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Culinary Cues

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

Let’s start with what we are fairly comfortable saying: whatever “normal” is will likely not make an appearance until the end of 2021 – so…let’s begin our speculation with January of 2022 to be safe. This was (is) the design of classic coffee houses, speakeasys, and corner cafes for generations. I know what you are thinking – WHAT!!!!

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 13, 2022

At the end of 2021, four out of five restaurants reported facing a staffing shortage due to reduced operating hours and dining capacity. A fragmented supply chain is also increasing ingredient costs, leading restaurants to balance staff churn with a changing menu to keep revenue consistent. Retaining and Attracting Employees.

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Touch Bistro

JUNE 2, 2021

Below, we cover 10 ways an online reservation program can help you safely reopen your dining room in 2021. However, guest safety is still a top priority and many restaurant are turning to restaurant reservation software to navigate the tricky business of fully reopening their dining rooms. That means a big shift has to happen soon.

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7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 26, 2021

Yet it's better for your bottom line when you don't have to kick a percentage back to a vendor. Here are the things you should consider: Things to Consider When Choosing an Online Ordering Platform Does it integrate with my Point of Sale (POS) Will I need to add another tablet to my front of house setup?

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7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

But we kept the back-of-house revenue share program for our kitchen teams, where regardless of what position you work in the kitchen, you get a certain percentage of revenue earned. Everything was built into the menu price. Kelly Phillips - Founder and Hospitality Director @ Destination Unknown Restaurants in Washington, D.C.

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The Restaurant Times

JANUARY 11, 2022

Here is a 2021 Recap of the Indian restaurant industry. . Technological Advances Kick Start 2021 The Indian Restaurant Industry. The only path ahead is to let go of something that has been holding you back. If this was considered a race to return to normalcy, it is far from finished, and we don ’ t yet have a winner.

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Deliverect

JANUARY 18, 2021

But for many full-service restaurants, bars, and other venues that are all about the in-house experience, that meant getting more creative. In fact, there are a ton of tools and tricks that can help you recreate your in-house dining experience for customers at home. 2020 made restaurants rethink off-premise strategy.

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The Restaurant Times

MAY 19, 2021

The segment has been growing ever since and is expected to introduce new food delivery trends in 2021. According to Statista, the revenue from the online delivery sector in the UAE is anticipated to reach USD 1,219 million in 2021. . Popular Food Delivery Trends of 2021 That Are Too Hard To Ignore. Rise Of Cloud Kitchens.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 10, 2021

While your restaurant may feature a diverse menu, delicious food, a great ambiance, and excellent customer service, you will still struggle to build a customer base without promoting it. Others tend to emphasize their cheaper menu options. A quick look at your POS data will identify the top three selling items on your menu.

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7 Shifts

AUGUST 12, 2020

There are only 4 months of 2020 left where you can push your restaurant’s marketing hard and set yourself up for success going into 2021. There are only 4 months of 2020 left where you can push your restaurant’s marketing hard and set yourself up for success going into 2021. Which is where your restaurant marketing plan comes in.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 16, 2021

We also anticipate restaurants will be more cautionary when it comes to menu offerings. With current supply chain issues and these brands already operating under thin margins, we expect operators to be strategic when it comes to menu sizes, limited offerings and daypart offerings to limit waste, cut costs, and maximize profitability.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 15, 2021

Menus were trimmed to a fraction of original size. By improving customer loyalty and increasing revenue through the smart use of technology from the public-facing part of the business all the way to the back-of-house prep, sourcing, and staffing. When the pandemic hit, many restaurants focused on expenses.

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BNG Point of Sale

OCTOBER 7, 2021

They streamline processes to record stock, manage your menu and staff, deliver detailed sales readings, and effectively take orders while ensuring you achieve profit goals. Gift card and loyalty program capabilities keeps customers coming back. How the Best Point of Sale (POS) Systems for Restaurants Boost Sales and Profit.

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EATER

AUGUST 3, 2020

Per BI, McDonald’s, Starbucks, and Dunkin’ recently reported that breakfast is continuing to drag down business, even as sales bounce back during the rest of the day. debut: first to Coca-Cola subscribers this week, and then to the general public in January 2021. House looks amazing. And in other news…. Food Dive ]. Food Dive ].

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 12, 2022

The pandemic has permanently altered the consumer-restaurant relationship with operators investing in technology and real estate to align with changing consumer preferences, according to the 2021 Restaurant Franchise Pulse survey, conducted by TD Bank. The Pandemic Has Permanently Altered the Consumer-Restaurant Relationships.

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