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New 2D Barcodes Offer Easy Access to Dynamic Information for Food Traceability and More

Modern Restaurant Management

The 2D barcode can also contain data such as country of origin, fair trade, farm-to-fork sourcing details, ingredients, allergens, batch and lot numbers, and just about any information that is deemed useful, all made readily accessible with a quick scan. What’s My Role?

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Six Important Steps Restaurants Should Take to Build a Strong Food Safety Culture

Modern Restaurant Management

Trust is built when company leaders demonstrate a strong commitment to food safety and provide the necessary resources – including training, tools, equipment, and support – to ensure compliance with regulations and best practices. Build Trust One of the foundational pillars of a robust food safety culture is trust.

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Crafting Allergy-Friendly Dining Experiences Using Payment Tech

Modern Restaurant Management

To keep up, restaurants need systems that can quickly check if dishes contain allergens and alert staff. This requires technology that can analyze ingredients against common allergens and instantly inform the kitchen and serving staff. It's a big step towards better, faster service and making everyone feel welcome and safe.

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Essential Spring HVAC Maintenance Tips for Restaurants

Goliath Consulting

This seasonal transition presents unique challenges and considerations for HVAC upkeep that can impact customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. Spring also brings increased allergens, worsening indoor air quality if HVAC systems are neglected. Over the winter months, condenser coils can become clogged with debris.

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Is Your Ghost Kitchen Haunted by Food Safety Breaches?

Modern Restaurant Management

Ghost kitchens allow operators to utilize commercial kitchens – sometimes in shared spaces with other brands – without the overhead of a full restaurant space and staff. Check all equipment. Be sure coolers and other equipment are working properly. billion by 2027. Continue focusing on food safety.

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What Restaurants Need to Know About Recalls

Modern Restaurant Management

Around the same time, M&P Production LTD recalled raw lamb and beef samsa products due to misbranding and an undeclared allergen. During a Recall If you’ve properly prepared – with a plan, assigned roles, training, and practice – your team should be well-equipped for a recall.

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Why Training is the Key to Accurate Messaging About Gluten-Free Foodservice

Modern Restaurant Management

The more equipped your staff is to answer questions about gluten-free options and the procedures used to prevent cross-contact, the more likely gluten-free consumers are to make your restaurant their go-to choice for eating out. Pre-shift stand up meetings are an excellent opportunity to remind staff of your gluten-free protocol.

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