Fri.Jan 27, 2023

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How to Digitize Restaurant Training Programs (and Improve Retention)

Crunchtime

Why does training - one of the most important aspects of hiring and retention in restaurants - remain on paper, when everything else in the recruitment process is done online?

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The Importance of Having a Business Plan

Modern Restaurant Management

Having a passion for food isn’t enough to run a restaurant. It takes a lot to become an entrepreneur including learning actively from mistakes, understanding operations, and managing finances. A business plan is necessary to clarify everything in the beginning. Many entrepreneurs who are new to the business might not consider issues like cash availability, inventory costs, and overhead costs.

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Coffee News Recap, 27 Jan: Proud Mary Coffee to sell Panamanian Gesha for US $150 per cup, PRF El Salvador to host 2023 Salvadoran Barista Championship & other stories

Perfect Daily Grind

Every Friday, Perfect Daily Grind rounds up the top coffee industry news from the previous week. Here are this week’s stories. Mon, 23 Jan Australian beverage retailer BWS launches Double Shot drive-thru coffee shop in Devonport, Tasmania. The drive-thru concept store was opened in partnership with owner of Oasis Coffee, Oasis Griffiths Group, DHUWA, Coffee Lab, and Griffiths Bros.

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How I Got My Job: Making a Passion for Food Illustration a Full-Time Job

EATER

Illustrations by Marianna Fierro Marianna Fierro went from website and graphic designer to in-demand illustrator and merch creator In How I Got My Job , folks from across the food and restaurant industry answer Eater’s questions about, well, how they got their job. Today’s installment: Marianna Fierro. It makes sense that Marianna Fierro loves food.

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Preventing Employee Burnout in Restaurants & Hospitality: An Integrated Approach

Speaker: Lissa Bowen - Chief People + Culture Officer, Full Course Executive Director, Full Course Foundation

Employee burnout is a pervasive issue in the fast-paced and demanding restaurant industry, resulting in decreased productivity, high turnover rates, and compromised mental well-being. Effectively addressing this challenge requires a comprehensive approach that combines conventional management techniques, insights from neuroscience, and stress management strategies.

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Inside Papa John’s new international prototype

Restaurant Business

The pizza chain, eager to add locations outside the U.S., has rolled out a new prototype designed to be more flexible and tailored to specific needs.

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Former Jimmy John’s CEO launches new platform for growing fast-casual brands

Restaurant Business

Gregg Majewski partnered with FG Financial Group Inc. to create the new Craveworthy LLC.

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Why restaurants need a non-alcoholic beverage program

Open for Business

Don’t be surprised to see continued demand for non-alcoholic drinks even after Dry January draws to a close. The sober-curious crowd is growing in numbers as generational norms around drinking shift and alcohol loses ground to marijuana. Boozeless cocktails are among the year’s biggest trends. Almost half of the people who drink alcohol are actively trying to drink less, and 75% of them reach for booze-free beverages, according to the Food Institute.

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Freddy's COO Scott Redler named National Restaurant Association chairman for 2023

Restaurant Business

Jeff Lobdell, founder of Restaurant Partners Management, becomes vice chairman. Areas USA COO Richard Schneider was appointed treasurer.

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E3 Chophouse | An Executive Chef’s Insights Into Menu Innovation

Foodable

Listen to "E3 Chophouse | An Executive Chef’s Insights Into Menu Innovation" on Spreaker. The next generation of culinary artisans are changing up the industry. These artisans have a whole new approach to reaching and satisfying the next generation consumer. In this podcast we will explore chefs and artisans from around the world diving into their story and passion.

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Unleashing AI in Recruitment: The Ultimate Guide

Discover the power of AI in recruitment with Paycor’s complete guide. Learn how to streamline your hiring process, increase interview pipeline, uncover candidates other tools miss, and save time. Get ready to revolutionize your talent acquisition strategy today!

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Amid inflation, restaurants should place focus on menu innovation, customer feedback

Restaurant Business

With a greater understanding of customer needs and a logistical approach to rising prices, restaurants can create innovative ways to address the issue inflation presents.

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How restaurants can start a non-alcoholic beverage program

Open for Business

Fancy non-alcoholic drinks are trending. The latest generation of mocktails and other non-alcoholic drinks have come a long way from the virgin pina coladas and sour N/A beers of the past. Today’s booze-free drinks need to be as complex and food-friendly as every other cocktail on the drinks list. Demand is on the rise, and what once looked like a passing fad is now clearly part of the future of restaurants.

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McDonald’s steps out of the political shadows

Restaurant Business

The Bottom Line: The burger giant traditionally lets others do all the talking on major political issues. But more recently it has made its voice heard on topics like California's business climate or crime in Chicago.

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The Brash, Chaotic, Enduring Taboo of Four Loko

EATER

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Transforming Hospitality Experiences: Unleashing the Power of ChatGPT in the Industry

Speaker: Joseph Guszkowski - Senior Technology Editor, Restaurant Business | Jay Ashton - National Brand Activation Manager, Sysco | Dan Maimone - Global Director of Customer Success Operations, Harri

ChatGPT has made a significant impact on the hospitality industry, particularly in restaurants, by revolutionizing customer interactions and improving overall experiences. With its natural language processing capabilities and vast knowledge base, ChatGPT acts as a virtual assistant, providing instant assistance and streamlining various processes. In the near future, ChatGPT will transform the hospitality industry by enhancing communication, improving efficiency, and elevating the dining experien

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Chickenhawk breaks out of the chicken sandwich rut with a 2.0 model

Restaurant Business

Popeyes success with its chicken sandwich started a deluge on menus, but this new fast casual is putting some different ideas between the buns.

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Raising Cane's rewards its 10 top GMs with a surprise Hawaii trip

Restaurant Business

All expenses incurred by the employees and their families will be picked up by the chain.

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