Culinary Cues
JUNE 3, 2024
How eager are you to reach that position of chef? Are you hungry enough to do what you need to do, to build a plan and stick with it? Are you serious about cooking, creating, coaching a team, and contributing to the success of a business? If the answers are, YES, then sit down – let’s talk. First and foremost, if you did answer yes then I am confident you will reach that goal of chef.
7 Shifts
MAY 31, 2024
Let’s be honest - you’re a restaurant operator, not a marketing expert. You got into this business because of your passion for food and hospitality. But the revenue restaurants get from digital channels like their mobile apps and websites surpasses the 32% of revenue they generate onsite and 26% over the phone. However, with so much software on the market today, how do you know what to use and where to start?
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Modern Restaurant Management
MAY 29, 2024
"Restaurants thinking about implementing surge pricing need to balance the revenue upside with the potential brand backlash," says Savneet Singh, CEO of PAR Technology. "While third-party delivery companies were expected to commoditize food like airline tickets, the opposite happened: people became more attached to their favorite brands.
Sante
MAY 31, 2024
Operating a neighborhood restaurant is a labor of love. The work is physically, mentally, and emotionally difficult but spiritually rewarding. Continue Reading The post PRAISE FOR THE NEIGHBORHOOD RESTAURANT appeared first on Santé Magazine.
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There’s a new overtime salary threshold that will impact employers across the country. If you have an employee making less than $43,888 on July 1 or less than $58,656 on January 1, you’re going to have to start paying overtime. Download Paycor’s guide to learn: Which groups of employees are affected? How should you classify employees? Best ways to mitigate risk.
ChowNow
JUNE 3, 2024
With longer days and warmer nights, diners are more ready than ever to enjoy outdoor dining and festive gatherings. In fact, restaurants and bars saw a summer spending surge from May to July 2023— sales jumped 11.8% in July, and 9.5% in June compared to 2022. This growth trend indicates that summer is the perfect time for restaurants to refresh operations, attract new patrons, and maximize profits.
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Open for Business
MAY 30, 2024
Last week, the culinary world came together in Chicago for the National Restaurant Association Show and Utility. Industry leaders, innovators, and passionate restaurateurs gathered to explore the latest trends and tech shaping the future of dining. Our OpenTable team was right in the mix! We connected with restaurant friends, soaked up insights, and empowered our partners for success.
Modern Restaurant Management
JUNE 3, 2024
I’m an avid thrifter. I’ve visited almost every thrift store in my town — more than once. At checkout, I’m often handed a punch card alongside my receipt. We’re all familiar with punch cards; spend $100, get $10 free! But we’re also all familiar with the concept of forgetfulness. By the time I’ve purchased enough to get me to the $100 threshold (which for me, doesn’t take long), the long-forgotten punch card has already made its way to a trash can
Chef's Resources
JUNE 1, 2024
The Ultimate Guide to Kitchen Inventory Management Keeping a kitchen running smoothly is no small feat, and effective inventory management is a crucial part of the equation. Whether you’re a seasoned chef or managing a bustling restaurant, staying on top of your supplies ensures that you can whip up dishes without a hitch and avoid […] The post Kitchen Inventory Management Guide appeared first on Chefs Resources.
Sculpture Hospitality
MAY 30, 2024
The last call has been rung, the final drinks have been poured, and your bar is filled with the murmur of departing patrons. But hold on there, partner! Closing time doesn't mean you down shutters and head straight out the door (although, tempting, right?).
Advertiser: Paycor
There’s a new overtime salary threshold that will impact employers across the country. If you have an employee making less than $43,888 on July 1 or less than $58,656 on January 1, you’re going to have to start paying overtime. Download Paycor’s guide to learn: Which groups of employees are affected? How should you classify employees? Best ways to mitigate risk.
ChowNow
MAY 30, 2024
In today’s digital age, restaurant owners are constantly seeking cost-effective ways to attract new customers and grow their business. While investing in marketing can be expensive and time-consuming, there’s a simple and powerful strategy that every restaurant should prioritize: local search optimization. Local search marketing helps your restaurant stand out in online searches, ensuring you’re visible to customers looking for “restaurants near me” or “best b
Restaurant Business
JUNE 3, 2024
In an increasingly complex and expensive labor market, automated coffee solutions can significantly enhance margins for coffee operators. For most Americans, coffee is a part of their life. In fact, according to the National Coffee Association’s NCDT Spring 2024 report, 67% of Americans have consumed a coffee in the last day. These are the highest numbers recorded in recent years.
Modern Restaurant Management
MAY 31, 2024
In today's bustling restaurant industry, where every detail matters, technology has become an indispensable tool – especially in hiring and staffing. Artificial Intelligence (AI) has transformed the recruitment process, offering a new level of efficiency and automation. However, as restaurants embrace this, it's crucial to maintain a balance between technological advancement and human interaction, ensuring that the essence of hospitality isn't lost in the digital shuffle.
Crunchtime
MAY 28, 2024
Shake Shack is a cult favorite with 275+ US locations and a vision to “Stand For Something Good” in all ways, from caring for its team and supporting local communities to sourcing premium ingredients and designing stores responsibly.
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EATER
MAY 29, 2024
Cooking up a storm at the Nine Emperor Gods Festival in Satun, Thailand. The governments of Thailand and Malaysia proudly promote national cuisines, but people along the border cook dishes that elude tidy patriotism, part of a larger struggle to maintain their identities If national borders were decided by dietary preferences, a line might run north to south along the Sankalakhiri and Titiwangsa mountains.
Squirrel Systems
JUNE 3, 2024
In the competitive landscape of the restaurant industry, staff retention has become a critical challenge. High turnover rates not only disrupt operations but also incur significant costs related to hiring and training new employees. However, technological advancements in restaurant labor management and scheduling are proving to be game-changers in addressing this issue.
Restaurant Business
MAY 30, 2024
The social media platform demonstrated its power in more ways than one this week, giving unexpected publicity to Cava's "love button" while putting Chipotle on the defensive.
Modern Restaurant Management
MAY 30, 2024
Mellow Mushroom, the stone-baked pizza brand with a counter-culture essence, is celebrating its golden anniversary. Founded in Atlanta on pizza and beer by a trio of friends who had recently graduated college, the brand currently operates more than 160 locations and is still privately held by one of the original founders. The national campaign will have unique local takes as each individual restaurant is uniquely reflective of its local community while holding true to Mellow Mushroom’s cor
Speaker: James Kahler, COO of Full Course
Ever wondered where to splurge and where to safely conserve when it comes to operating and growing your restaurant? 🤔 Join James Kahler, COO of Full Course and industry visionary, in this new webinar where he'll talk all about best practices to invest in your restaurant's success! Whether you're a new business or an established restaurant, a seasoned pro or a rookie, you'll learn the keys to sustainable success in this competitive industry.
SpotOn
MAY 28, 2024
Millennials and Gen X named the most generous tipping generations Younger restaurant workers find potential for increasing tips through use of technology 25% of Gen Z workers say fast-food and drive-thrus service warrant tipping SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., May 28, 2024 — As tipping norms shift across the United States, consumers of all ages are rethinking when they should tip, how much, and for what services.
EATER
MAY 31, 2024
Noodles cook in a wok over a gas-powered flame. | Bob Henry / UCG / Universal Images Group via Getty Images | Grist Many chefs are asking what a future without an over-reliance on gas will mean for culinary traditions like wok cooking This story was originally published by Grist. The first thing you notice walking up to a dai pai dong, one of Hong Kong’s signature open-air street food stalls, is the smoke.
Bottleneck Management
MAY 29, 2024
Tex Mex Mac n’ Cheese Recipe We know the Tex Mex Mac n’ Cheese was a favorite for many, and although we had to bid farewell to make room for new creations, we understand how it feels to see a beloved menu item go. So, we’ve got a little treat for you – we’re sharing the Tex Mex Mac n’ Cheese recipe so you can recreate the iconic dish in the comfort of your own kitchen.
Restaurant Business
MAY 30, 2024
Resources and management's attention will be focused on a rejuvenation of the company's namesake brand, whose traffic is down 20% year to date, executives told Wall Street Thursday.
Speaker: Lauren Barash, Vice President, Brand Marketing
In an ever-evolving industry, building and retaining loyal customers is critical to the success of any restaurant business. Join Lauren Barash, VP of Brand Marketing at Full Course, as she delves into the world of restaurant loyalty programs, and reveals the top five essential strategies to optimize your approach! This webinar will explore: Loyalty trends and what you should be focusing on 📊 Actionable insights and ideas to help you develop the most powerful and effective loyalty program
Modern Restaurant Management
MAY 31, 2024
Union Square Hospitality Group Founder Danny Meyer returned to his alma mater Trinity College-Hartford to deliver their 198th commencement speech. In the address, Meyer said the most important question he asks himself every day is: “What could possibly go right?
Clover - Restaurants
MAY 31, 2024
Like any form of technology or tool for a restaurant, there’s typically an up-front investment for installing and maintaining a point of sale system. Restaurant POS systems enable credit card and digital transactions, and they’re an essential tool for most restaurants today. While restaurant owners will need to account for up-front and potentially ongoing costs, the benefits of POS systems in restaurants can result in increased sales, improved revenue, better customer satisfaction, increased ref
EATER
MAY 30, 2024
Tyler Zielinski Coconut curry and shark chutney at a quintessential takeaway, sushi made from local seafood at a luxury hotel, classic Creole dishes at the oldest restaurant in the country, and more of Seychelles’ best meals Unlike some tropical escapes that pander to tourists with phoned-in continental cuisine or sad buffets, the majority of restaurants in Seychelles, both independent venues and hotel properties, ensure diners actually taste the local food.
Apicbase
MAY 29, 2024
Every few months, a media article declares the death of ghost kitchens as a viable business model. Market data, however, tells a different story. According to Statista , in 2023, the revenue of online food delivery was estimated at over $1 trillion, and it is expected to hold a 50% share of the drive-thru and takeaway food service markets by 2030. That is not too bad for a dying sector.
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Restaurant Business
MAY 29, 2024
Cherry Bounce Hospitality will house three of Hargett Hunter's full-service restaurant holdings, including Trudy's Tex-Mex and Cajun Steamer, with more to come.
Restaurant Technology Guys
JUNE 2, 2024
In the rapidly evolving restaurant industry, staying ahead of the curve means not just keeping pace with technological advancements but leveraging them to deeply understand and satisfy your customers. During a recent episode of the Restaurant Technology Guys podcast, Jeremy was joined by Lucas Judice, the mind behind Freatz—a groundbreaking platform reshaping how restaurants engage with consumer feedback to enhance their operations and grow their business.
SpotOn
MAY 29, 2024
Apple-brined pork shank, bourbon street pasta, and Grandma Marilynn’s apple crisp are just a few of the mouth-watering fan favorites that keep guests coming back to Walkers Grill in Billings, MT. A modern American restaurant serving regionally farmed food, curated by a James Beard Award finalist chef, Walkers success stems from focusing on the people—the people they serve and the people they employ.
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