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The Cost of B-ing Good

Modern Restaurant Management

Read any article enumerating the current or emerging trends in restaurants and retail and you will see ideas of health and wellness, environmental sustainability, and brand authenticity coming to the fore. But is B Corp certification something restaurants should pursue? Green Restaurant and Slow Food were others we considered.

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‘Induction Cooking Improves Food Quality and also the Quality of Life for Chefs and Staff’

Modern Restaurant Management

Chatham University and the American Culinary Federation (ACF) are debuting a trio of online courses offering official certification in induction cooking methods. I have personally experienced kitchens exceeding 130F and a New York Times article from August 2023 talked about just this issue and the dangers it poses.

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Certifications and direct trade in the coffee industry

Perfect Daily Grind

There is also no specific “direct trade” certification for coffee – and as such, the definition of it can be used rather loosely in the coffee industry. To learn more about the relationship between direct trade and certifications in the coffee industry, I spoke with two coffee professionals who work with private certification initiatives.

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Bridging the Gap: Integrating Legal and Insurance Considerations into Restaurant Cybersecurity Response

Modern Restaurant Management

This article explores how restaurants can better prepare for cyber incidents, understand third-party vendor risks, respond effectively when breaches occur and leverage their cyber insurance policies for optimal protection. Payment processors deserve particular scrutiny, as they handle the most sensitive customer data.

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It’s Time to Focus on the Good

Modern Restaurant Management

Looking back on my last few articles, I have focused on facts, on technology and on the hard time that we are all having hiring staff. Very often the prize might be a bottle of wine, a gift certificate or cash. However, in the past few months, I have run across some incredible stories that are heartwarming and inspiring.

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COOKS AND CHEFS – SIGN YOUR WORK

Culinary Cues

Recognize service staff who go above and beyond for guest satisfaction and reward them with gift certificates, a bottle of great wine, dinner for two, or a simple shout out at your meetings. Assign cooks the responsibility to design menu features and then celebrate their work. Make excellence the rule and send mediocrity out the back door.

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How To Invest in the Perfect Kitchen Equipment for Your Restaurant

Modern Restaurant Management

In this article, we discuss the following: What Equipment Does a Commercial Kitchen Need? Check for NSF certification and other certifications. Choosing the right commercial kitchen equipment for your establishment is essential. Factors to Consider When Purchasing New Equipment. Available space in your establishment.

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