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Smart Supply Chain Management Can Reduce Food Waste and Improve Margins in Your Restaurant

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Around 33 to 40 percent of food goes to waste each year. A large chunk of that comes down to complex problems in global food supply chain management that most restaurants have little control over. It may be a small part of the overall supply chain, but how food gets to a restaurant has significant implications.

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Balancing Dining Experiences with Cost-Conscious Strategies

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Leveraging Limited Time Offerings (LTOs ): With increased competition and higher food costs, one way restaurants can stand out is with LTOs, which appeal to every generation of diners and are an easy way to draw in new customers. The key is to keep these promotions short to avoid menu bloat.

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Delivery Fraud: Fighting Scams to Protect Your Restaurant

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In 2023, over 1.5 were registered on food delivery platforms like Grubhub, DoorDash, and Uber Eats. They will create multiple fake accounts in bulk and then sell them to those looking for a discount on food. What factors are fueling food-app fraud? million restaurants in the U.S.

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Pouring Profits: How Restaurants Can Save Big on Water Costs

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With food and overall costs climbing, owners and managers are finding creative ways to reduce expenses and manage their spending more efficiently. From managing actual water use to reducing waste tied to drinking water, restaurants have a significant opportunity to save money and minimize unnecessary spending.

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Not Just for Breakfast: The Economic Power of Waffles

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We like to say waffles “drip with success” for food service operators, and it's because of four key factors: profitability, versatility, consumer experience and operational efficiency. percent increase on restaurant appetizer menus compared to 2023, according to Technomic, indicating the increase of its use beyond breakfast.

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How Real-Time Inventory Reduces Food Waste

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Real-time inventory systems help restaurants cut food waste , save money, and improve operations. Automate Orders : Automatically reorder items when stock runs low, minimizing waste and emergency purchases. Integrate with POS Systems : Sync with sales data to refine menu choices and track high-waste items.

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The Cost of B-ing Good

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B Corp Restaurants As of early 2024, almost 150 restaurants around the world have achieved the certification, from fine-dining independents to fast-casual chains, with hotels, breweries and food delivery companies also dotting the list. Green Restaurant and Slow Food were others we considered.