7 Shifts

APRIL 3, 2020

COVID-19’s impact on restaurants around the world has been ramping up thanks to necessary social distancing measures—particularly in North America, where 4-5 meals are eaten away from home every week —and restaurateurs are feeling the squeeze on their bottom line.

BOH 368

BOH POS Influencer Point of Sale 368

7 Shifts

DECEMBER 17, 2020

Sometimes you want to go where everybody knows your name. The ideal customer for your business is the one who comes back time and time again. When it comes to getting people in the door, it’s always easier to get someone back then to find brand-new customers. Rather than spend all of your time (and money!)

Loyalty Program 370

Loyalty Program Social Media Email Marketing Customer Service 370

7 Shifts

JULY 21, 2020

Shelter-in-place orders, social distancing, and business closures make it next to impossible to generate pre-coronavirus revenue numbers. It takes money to make money, and restaurants desperately need to make money to survive COVID-19 in the short and long term. times your restaurant's monthly payroll costs.

Cash Management 300

Cash Management Government Small Business Healthcare 300

7 Shifts

JUNE 3, 2022

The Solution: Adjust your compensation. But there are a number of ways to adjust compensation without cutting into your profits. Getting there depends on your restaurant, but it could just be the difference of retraining to turn tables faster or adding a few more tables outside to accommodate increasing demand.

Tip Distribution 397

Tip Distribution Email Marketing Communication Coaching 397

7 Shifts

JULY 28, 2021

After all, there are so many more pressing problems that need to be dealt with. Maybe one of your servers just called in sick at the last minute, your shipment of inventory containing all the ingredients for tonight's dinner special never showed up or the plumbing is acting up again. Not putting in any floor time.

Communication 430

Communication Management Management Front of House 430

7 Shifts

APRIL 9, 2020

Whether you have been offering delivery and takeout for years, or have had to make a recent pivot during the COVID-19 pandemic, it is important to know which food travels best for delivery—and how to change up your menu to stay profitable while dine-in isn't an option. Did you know that french fries get soggy after 5 minutes ?

Travel 370

Travel Delivery Food Food Order 370

7 Shifts

JULY 14, 2020

The COVID-19 health crisis has created a new emphasis on sanitization, health, and social distancing in businesses of all types—and restaurants are no exception. Doing so helped them free up much needed headspace knowing they have professional cleaners coming in as regularly as needed for a thorough sanitization.

Management 370

Management Management Kitchen Safety Equipment 370

7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 26, 2021

The easiest way to get your food out there is by partnering with a third-party delivery app. While easy, this way ends up costing more in the short term, does not contribute to long-term growth, and can end up hurting your business. It will still cost you to run your own delivery.

Online Ordering 341

Online Ordering Ordering Customer Service Food Order 341

7 Shifts

JANUARY 23, 2020

It’s going to be the ride of your life. As you plan out your concept, location, menu, staffing, and marketing, take a read through the advice left by hundreds of restaurateurs to ensure you’re set up for success in 2020. Make sure your numbers are right operationally, and keep costs as low as possible. Congrats! ??

2020 335

2020 Hiring Cash Management Education 335

7 Shifts

OCTOBER 21, 2021

The right concept is crucial when opening your restaurant , a new location, or refreshing your brand. Get your concept right and you'll be on your way to rave reviews, recommendations, and loyal clientele. But with a little guidance and inspiration, you can ignite your creativity. Table of Contents.

Fast Casual 370

Fast Casual Food Truck Casual Customer Service 370

7 Shifts

JULY 10, 2020

If your restaurant was forced to shut down during the worst of the pandemic, then you’re not alone. Here’s how to plan your restaurant’s grand opening (or re- opening) to get back to business with a bang. Here’s how to plan your restaurant’s grand opening (or re- opening) to get back to business with a bang.

Events 351

Events Social Media Kitchen Safety Seating 351

7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

You need to put yourself in front of diners, get them in your door, and turn them into ambassadors of your restaurant that come back and tell their friends about you. Your marketing plan is the cornerstone of your restaurant's success and business plan. You need a marketing plan. Table of Contents.

Seating 221

Seating Email Marketing Marketing SEO 221

7 Shifts

AUGUST 12, 2020

Whatever plans and forecasts you had for your restaurant are yesterday’s bread now. But as restaurants reopen and business starts to pick up again, it’s important you pick up your marketing plan too. Their business is built on the power of word of mouth—one of, if not the most useful marketing tools in the book.

Marketing 418

Marketing 2020 SEO Loyalty Program 418

7 Shifts

JUNE 8, 2020

We got together with 5 members of our team to talk about the transition from working in the industry, to working FOR the industry and what that shift had meant for them. What did you do at your previous restaurant job before joining 7shifts? Before I left the industry I was in Operations Business Development.

Customer Experience 326

Customer Experience Front of House Communication Back of House 326

7 Shifts

MARCH 31, 2023

“Take better care of your staff.” Some of us know that we should - but in between dealing with maintenance issues and hiring new employees, it can be hard enough to take care of yourself, let alone your staff. With rising food and labor costs, how can you prioritize the working conditions for your team so they stick around?

Hiring 195

Hiring Front of House Back of House Document 195

7 Shifts

APRIL 1, 2020

The coronavirus health crisis is affecting countless businesses and restaurants all over the world. Fortunately, there are many things that you can do to combat malaise amidst COVID-19. We’re sharing our top tips for improving your coronavirus mental health and physical well-being during these uncertain times.

Social Media 366

Social Media Outdoor Download Take-out 366

7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

Labor shortages, health crises, and general economic trends have made it a struggle — and restaurants need help. Check your culture. While the data didn't vary drastically state-to-state, New Hampshire, Minnesota, and Hawai'i fared the best. On the bottom of the list were New Mexico, North Dakota, and Idaho.

Front of House 195

Front of House Back of House Cash Management Customer Experience 195

Sling

APRIL 1, 2024

If your team members perform any type of work offsite or if your business manages two or more locations, field service management software can help keep your operation organized, running smoothly, and on the path to success. Other apps will prioritize user-friendliness and be geared toward smaller businesses.

2024 78

2024 Management Management Customer Service 78

Sling

AUGUST 9, 2023

A Guide for Managers March 2023 12 Best Restaurant Schedule Software Programs for Small Businesses March 2023 11 Expert Tips for Handling Scheduling Conflicts March 2023 Exempt Vs. Non-Exempt Employees: What’s The Difference?

Article 78

Article 2023 2022 2021 78

7 Shifts

OCTOBER 2, 2019

This is a great step up in your restaurant career, and one that 25% of all restaurant staff want to make. But with this new opportunity comes a new set of challenges, not the least of which is figuring out how to manage restaurant staff. Give your team options for group activities to do together so they can have a say.

Management 285

Management Management Communication Back of House 285

Embrace the Suck

DECEMBER 25, 2019

Having worked as a consultant for a large foodservice distributor for 4 years, I learned a lot about their business. It’s my duty to give you an edge that can help you run a more profitable business. You have a major food distributor in your market that you are probably buying from. They make their money as you do.

Food Truck 289

Food Truck Food Audits Tip Distribution 289

SpotOn

MAY 8, 2024

In a small business, time is not your friend. Countless business operations compete for your attention and, inevitably, some will fall by the wayside. This can be a shame, as transactions are what businesses are all about. This can be a shame, as transactions are what businesses are all about.

Small Business 52

Small Business Email Marketing Mobile Ordering Social Media 52

7 Shifts

DECEMBER 8, 2020

What if we told you that there was a great strategy to increase your restaurant’s sales while engaging your staff and reducing turnover? 47% of restaurants were negatively affected by employee turnover in 2019, with less than a third of restaurateurs reporting that turnover had no impact on their business.

Front of House 370

Front of House Social Media Employee Relations Back of House 370

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 8, 2024

Consider, for instance, a scenario in which your Point of Sale (POS) system can forecast the popularity of a new dish based on historical customer behaviour. The future of restaurant businesses will likely involve a hybrid approach, combining the efficiency of technology with the warmth and personal touch of human service.

2024 215

2024 Loyalty Program Cash Management Customer Experience 215

Sling

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

At first glance, learning how to start a landscaping business may seem like a daunting task. In this article, we’ll discuss the three general stages of starting a business — learning, building, and working — and the specific steps within those stages that can help you get organized on the road to starting your own landscaping business.

Insurance 78

Insurance Equipment Customer Service Hiring 78

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 27, 2022

Regardless of whether this is proper dinnertime etiquette, the truth is that most people can pull out their smartphone to read through your menu just as easily as perusing a physical menu. A QR code menu can be the first step toward protecting your customers and staff from E.coli and S. They Save Your Staff Time.

Online Ordering 203

Online Ordering Customer Service Fast Casual Recycling 203

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

You’ve decided to focus on your restaurant's social media marketing. In this post, we'll explain what it is, why you need one, and what links you can add to give your social media marketing a jumpstart. Social Media platforms only allow you to attach one link to your bio which can be inconvenient.

Social Media 189

Social Media Online Ordering Seasonal Menu Email Marketing 189

Indoor Media

JUNE 17, 2020

Every small business is unique. While we are a bit biased and believe our advertising is the first, best way to advertise for all small businesses, we also believe that every business owner should explore the best way to advertise for themselves. Profit generated from your advertising campaign. .

Small Business 143

Small Business Advertising Coupons Point of Sale 143

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 10, 2022

If you are a restaurant owner in 2022, you need to be on TikTok. ” Creating engaging content that resonates with your customers is the future of marketing. And TikTok is a great medium to put this content on, as it is a powerful tool that gives businesses the opportunity to reach a large audience in a short amount of time.

Employee Relations 203

Employee Relations Influencer Events Small Business 203

7 Shifts

JULY 13, 2023

Software like Tip Payouts enables managers to send tips digitally to their employees in seconds, eliminating the need for cash handling. It's like Venmo or Zelle, but built specifically for the needs of the restaurant industry. This eliminates the need to count cash, make bank runs, and manually track payouts. Learn more 5.

Cash Management 195

Cash Management Back of House Training Insurance 195

Buzztime Business

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

There’s no place like home for the holidays, but these 15 marketing ideas, events, and promotions will make your restaurant the next best thing. Discover how to boost holiday season traffic into your restaurant from Thanksgiving through New Year’s Eve – and beyond… 1. There’s no need to go big with full-service catering.

Marketing 78

Marketing Seasonal Menu Brewery Small Business 78

Cheetah

APRIL 30, 2021

In case you haven’t noticed, the food truck market is on the rise , which means you need to up your game. The right commissary kitchen can mean the key to a successful food truck business – considering it offers all the benefits of having your own kitchen, without a lot of the associated overhead, paperwork, and hassle.

Food Truck 147

Food Truck Food Supply Food License 147

Sling

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Countless managers and owners before you have asked themselves, “Why is teamwork important in my business?” It’s the bedrock on which all successful businesses are built. And how can you go about building teamwork in your business? 1) New Ideas. The answer might surprise you. But what exactly is teamwork?

Small Business 174

Small Business Hiring Management Management 174

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 21, 2021

At the start of 2020, starting a restaurant business or franchise would have seemed like something of a no-brainer. The first such incentive is that hospitality businesses, including restaurant franchises, will pay a lower rate of VAT until at least March 2022. The Pre-Covid Restaurant Sector Was Thriving. Franchises Can Be Flexible.

Franchise 197

Franchise Franchising Government Retail 197

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 13, 2020

The hospitality business is particularly hit hard by the war for talent and the turnover is pretty high and difficult to manage. Imagine what a comprehensive perks-and-benefits program could do to help you retain your best employees, yes, even part-time ones. Do you think it is not in your budget? Think again.

Healthcare 184

Healthcare Insurance Consumer Goods Small Business 184

Clover - Restaurants

APRIL 23, 2024

Yet, purchasing a restaurant can bring a new set of challenges that are worth considering before you take the plunge. For instance, depending on how successful the restaurant has been, you’ll inherit a customer base, trained staff, and the equipment and space you need to hit the ground running. Franchise or independent restaurant?

Point of Sale 52

Point of Sale Cash Management Franchise Franchising 52

Sling

MARCH 26, 2022

If it’s not, you run the risk of your best employees leaving for greener pastures. That, in itself, is a huge problem because now you have to find a qualified replacement in addition to your normal daily responsibilities. It can also cause ripples throughout your business as a whole. 5) Promote Teamwork.

Small Business 148

Small Business Employee Relations Leadership Tip Distribution 148