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. In 2023, we can anticipate businesses really focusing in on value and doing what they can to attract and retain both employees and guests. For part one, click here.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 19, 2023

– Frances Allen, President and CEO, Checkers Brand loyalty took priority in 2023. – Matt Eisenacher, Chief Brand Officer at First Watch Digital transformation continued to dominate 2023. In 2023, we experienced unprecedented shifts in consumer behavior amidst broader macroeconomic conditions like inflation.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 12, 2024

The United States District Court in the Eastern District of Texas handed down a summary judgement decision, vacating the National Labor Relations Board’s 2023 Joint Employer Rule. “This decision is a decisive win for franchise operators, the restaurant industry, and the Restaurant Law Center,” said Angelo I.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 22, 2022

Miso Robotics provides intelligent automation solutions for foodservice that solve some critical back-of-house kitchen operations. Restaurant operators know better than everyone that this current labor challenge is not going away. restaurants are operating with 2.8 restaurants are operating with 2.8 Across the U.S.,

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 21, 2023

In 2023, we saw sellers increasing throughput utilizing the “experience creates consumption” strategy and we predict an increase in draft program profitability in 2024 as more on-premise professionals embrace the needs of the highly coveted craft beverage loyalists.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 10, 2024

Despite positive indications, most restaurant operators are still in dire need of staff. Statistics from the National Restaurant Association reveal over 87 percent of operators are likely to hire restaurant staff in 2023, provided they can find qualified applicants. Shockingly, staffing in the restaurant industry remained 3.6

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 27, 2022

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine contributor Izzy Kharasch of Hospitality Works offers his best planning practices for restaurant operators as we approach 2023.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 10, 2024

Restaurant operators have faced stiff headwinds since 2020, with a near-constant swirl of inflation, supply chain and labor challenges. But if last year was any indicator, restaurant operators are on the road to relief in 2024. Coffee in 2023. Here’s how restaurant operators can evolve with them.

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Restaurant Business

MARCH 20, 2024

When they choose where to dine, that’s no different—for operators, offering sustainable packaging products is a way to generate value, and according to Technomic’s 2023 Value and Pricing Consumer Trend Report, 75% of consumers say value is important or extremely important when deciding where to dine.

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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. In contrast, customers are entering 2023 with higher expectations for stellar experiences when they do choose to spend money on dining out.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Between dining restrictions, inflation, and the ongoing labor shortage, many businesses have been forced to close their doors, change their operations, or otherwise look for alternative solutions. In 2023, consumers will be more cost-conscious due to inflation and limited wallet share.

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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. This will enable brands to better manage off-premises orders and balance their hybrid operating models. Operations will continue to be simplified despite digital experiences expansion.

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7 Shifts

MAY 15, 2023

Did you know that payroll/labor makes up almost one-third of a restaurant's operating costs ? Here's a few common options: A monthly pay cycle , which means operators only have to run payroll once per month. RASI suggests operators run their payroll weekly rather than bi-weekly or monthly.

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Goliath Consulting

APRIL 26, 2023

Negroni Sbagliato This drink was all the hype and will continue to be the hype in 2023. Green tea shots and liquid marijuanas are trending cocktails in 2023. The post Summer Cocktail Trends 2023 appeared first on. Read on and discover this year’s trending summer cocktails based on what bartenders and tastemakers say.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

By investing in a data-driven POS platform, restaurant operators can address labor challenges, fine-tune their stock management, design promotions based on current trends, reduce human error and more. This shift underscores the evolution of POS systems from mere transactional tools to comprehensive data hubs.

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Perfect Daily Grind

MAY 17, 2023

On 16 & 17 March 2023, Producer & Roaster Forum (PRF) took place in El Salvador for the second time. And with PRF set to return to the Plaza Mayor venue in Medellín, Colombia on 14 & 15 September 2023, thousands of visitors are once again expected to attend this year’s forum – so support from volunteers is essential.

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Perfect Daily Grind

JANUARY 13, 2023

Sigep 2023 to host seven Italian National Coffee Championships from 21 to 25 January. Dutch Bros projects total 2023 revenue to be US $1 billion. The drive-thru coffee chain plans to open 150 new shops this year, with the goal of operating 800 stores in the US over the next five years. Wed, 11 Jan. million funding round.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 30, 2023

.” This was both a technology and operational fail due to lack of proper testing/QA and employee training. Own Your Changes In March 2023, restaurants’ food prices were 8.8 App adoption and changing customer behavior are hard enough to entice. percent higher than in March 2022.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 4, 2023

As a result, they are looking for ways to better optimize their labor operations while also maximizing business opportunities. The labor shortage that began in 2020 has not slowed, with restaurants continuing to struggle to fill open positions and keep employees long-term.

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Apicbase

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

2023 has been a challenging year for restaurant operators, caught as they were between rising food costs and labour shortages. In a 2023 survey, 29% of operators said they are very likely to open new locations in 2024. Most operators raised their menu prices in 2023, but fewer expect to do so in 2024.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 1, 2023

So, even if your customers are unaware of what’s going on behind the scenes, any operational inefficiencies will eventually surface – with potentially dire consequences for your business. So, which back of office trends should restaurant ownership and management be concerned with heading into 2023?

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Apicbase

JANUARY 13, 2023

The F&B industry grew in 2022… and it will keep growing in 2023. It highlights those shifts so that you can prepare your operation for success without being blindsided by pitfalls and emerging trends. They could help guide your decisions in what is shaping up to be a very uncertain time for restaurant operators.

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Crunchtime

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Plus, 5 ways to improve compliance with standard operating procedures Whether you run a restaurant business with 500+ locations or a handful of convenience store locations, you know what work needs to be done – and how it should be done properly – to run your business effectively. What are standard operating procedures in restaurants?

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 27, 2023

This year could be a tough one for many restaurant operators. In its 2023 State of the Industry report, the National Restaurant Association found that exactly half of all operators expect to be less profitable as compared with the previous year. This creates a full picture of operational performance.

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The Restaurant Group

DECEMBER 29, 2023

In 2023, the restaurant industry faced challenges and opportunities in the lingering aftermath of the COVID crisis, with the impact further shaped by emerging 2023 food trends. Dining experiences in 2023 transcended food and crossed over to active play, creating a hip fusion embraced by niche markets. Eat’s a New Day!

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EATER

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Operating and working in the hospitality industry has perhaps never been harder, but these bars, restaurants, pop-ups, and roving trucks are finding creative ways to bring innovative flavors and experiences to their audiences. Join Eater in celebrating the 2023 Eater Awards winners.

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Perfect Daily Grind

APRIL 19, 2023

The 2023 expo will take place in Portland, Oregon – a city with a thriving specialty coffee culture. Alongside an extensive trade show and exhibition, the 2023 Specialty Coffee Expo will also host several competitions and awards schemes. The 2023 US Coffee Championships will take place at the event.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 31, 2023

“A big trend for 2023 will be curious breakfast flavor pairings – unique flavors blended into one tasty bite. She sees the nostalgia trend continuing into 2023 with a modern twist. ” Ube Goes Big Time : Pastry Chef Gemma Matsuyama sees Asian flavors like ube and matcha gaining ground in 2023.

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The Rail

DECEMBER 20, 2022

It seems annually that everyone with a platform jumps into the pool so they can predict what 2023 will bring in their various industries. We’ve already gone over our top restaurant stories of 2022 , so let’s see what the crystal ball says for 2023. Your Menu Will Never Be the Same. Restaurant Labor Will Continue to Organize.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

And in 2023, that’s the problem most hiring managers in the restaurant industry are facing. According to CareerPlug , “ 81 percent of restaurant operators say they are short at least one position. It all comes down to your staff. Understanding these changes will be the key to achieving success.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

This inflation at the customer–facing end of the restaurant business has largely been fuelled by rapidly increasing operating costs – by as much as 11.7 These increased menu prices deter more diners, and then the operators are again forced to increase costs or decrease spending on quality products to survive.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 18, 2023

It’s the perfect time to look back on a few things we learned in 2023 – based on recent survey data from our restaurant partners – as well as what we predict for the industry in 2024. The survey also showed 75 percent of respondents expected their labor costs to increase in 2023.

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Open for Business

MARCH 1, 2023

The labor market has shown signs of improvement, but most restaurant operators are still looking for restaurant staff. More than 87% say they’re likely to hire in 2023 if they can find qualified applicants, according to the National Restaurant Association. The gap between supply and demand continued.

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Perfect Daily Grind

MAY 19, 2023

The event will take place on 14 & 15 September 2023 at the Plaza Mayor in Medellín. Australian Specialty Coffee Association announces winners of 2023 Barista Championship and Brewers Cup. Australian Specialty Coffee Association announces winners of 2023 Barista Championship and Brewers Cup.

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Rocket Fuel

MARCH 19, 2024

MINNEAPOLIS– March 19, 2024 – Investments in mobile apps and in-store kiosks continue to drive demand among quick-service restaurants (QSRs), with growth in third-party delivery showing no signs of slowing down, according to Delaget ’s annual QSR Operational Index report. Among the key findings in the report: Third-party delivery is up 29.8

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Future Food

DECEMBER 3, 2023

As industry advocates, we could not be more upbeat about the opportunity to work with clients and F&B operators. Future Food continue to provide guidance and work closely with the Queen Victoria Market vendors on F&B operational and design standards.

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