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THE 2021 CHEF SKILL SET

Culinary Cues

Sometimes the change curve can be mapped out allowing ample time to gear up with new skills, new products, new methods of production, and a laser focused marketing strategy, while on occasion, something environmental takes place that forces a more immediate response. Such is the case in 2021. If this is your M.O.

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How Restaurants Can Remain Competitive in 2021

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million out of work, it was nothing short of devastating. We’re not talking about just surviving the pandemic—but thriving through 2021 and beyond, and setting new standards. Ordering online, paying with mobile phones, scanning QR codes for a menu, and a ton of takeout, are just a part of dining out now.

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Restaurant Experts’ 2021 Outlook, Part Two

Modern Restaurant Management

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry experts for their opinions on what we can expect in 2021. Delivery and take-out will continue to be the most popular way consumers will get their restaurant meals in a COVID and post-COVID world. In 2021, we will see a dip in customer satisfaction.

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A CHEF’S MANIFESTO – 2021

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This is also a great comparative process to use when seeking a new career opportunity – a chance to note if taking a different position aligns with your beliefs or if it causes you to compromise. I would encourage you to think about this and take the time to write down your beliefs as a “manifesto” and then use it as a guide moving forward.

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Who’s Your Customer? How Understanding Your Customer Improves Brand Experience and Loyalty

Speaker: Hope Neiman, Chief Marketing Officer of Tillster

More than ever, restaurants are taking advantage of modern platforms available for consumer engagement - most notably, social media. Don't miss out on this exclusive webinar with Hope! July 8, 2021 at 11:00 am PDT, 2:00 pm EDT, 7:00 pm BST Best practices for using customer data to drive return visits.

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Taking a Bite Out of the QSR Market through Effective Advertising

Modern Restaurant Management

In 2021, QSR brands spent an estimated $1.8 According to the National Restaurant Association (NRA), U.S. restaurant sales are expected to return to pre-pandemic trajectory and reach $898 billion in 2022. Given that businesses grow by acquiring new customers, many national QSR brands rely heavily on advertising to increase exposure.

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CHEFS – MENUS FOR 2021 AND BEYOND

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Without a clear understanding of where ingredient costs are going tomorrow and next month restaurants cannot afford to be shackled to a menu that is out of control. CHANGE #1: The days of the fixed menu for restaurants should come to a halt.

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