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The New Normal: How Technology Can Help Streamline Restaurant Operations

Modern Restaurant Management

Kitchen operations. Reservation processing. Food safety and restaurant cleanliness. According to the 2021 State of the Restaurant Industry Mid-Year Update , more than 3 in 4 restaurant operators struggle with recruitment and retention, despite an increase in employment. Kitchen Operations. Reservation Processing.

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5 Restaurant Industry Trends to Consider for 2021 and Beyond

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Read on to discover the five restaurant industry trends for 2021 and beyond. This way, staff no longer had to spend time taking orders over the phone and could help with sanitization efforts or assist limited staff in the kitchen. It goes without saying that in 2021, online ordering is here to stay. Ghost Kitchens.

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4th of July Specials for Restaurants: Promotions and Ideas for 2021

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And Independence Day 2021 may be the busiest one yet, with 46% of American consumers reporting that they’re excited to dine out again as pandemic restrictions are loosened. This means you’ll have to continue to follow strict safety protocols to make sure everyone is safe and that your restaurant remains on the right side of the law.

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Avoiding Warewashing Woes Ensures a Profitable Kitchen

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A 2021 OpenTable survey of more than 21,000 diners revealed that 52 percent of diners find the latest information about restaurants online and 42 percent learn from word of mouth. Thankfully, technology is pushing the industry forward, and improving everything from reservations to ordering to dishwashing. Washing Away Profits.

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7 Ways to Deal With the Labor Shortage in 2021

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Remember the expression, too many cooks in the kitchen ? 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. Well, go ahead and unlearn it. In total, 2.5

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The 10 Best Bits of Advice We Heard on Season 1 of the Restaurant Growth Podcast

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We started the Restaurant Growth Podcast in 2021 to provide a platform for the best and brightest minds in the restaurant and hospitality industry. We had a lot of people, while we were at Kitchen United, would say things like, 'Oh, this delivery, thing's just a fad. But what can you do? And we appreciate that.' Another way to do it?

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8 Ways to Navigate The Restaurant Staff Shortage

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The 2021 COVID-19 pandemic caused many people to leave the hospitality industry, and many have not returned. Despite the vaccination efforts and safety measures implemented by restaurants, some potential employees may still be hesitant to return to work in this industry. This has left restaurants struggling to find and retain staff.