7 Shifts

AUGUST 2, 2023

Restaurants without team management tools may miss out on top talent, like those who value tech: Gen Z. Although it takes time upfront, this step is critical for long-term success. Additionally, be aware of any transaction fees and if there's an option for the restaurant or employee to take on those fees.

Tip Distribution 195

Tip Distribution Cash Management Employee Relations Audits 195

7 Shifts

DECEMBER 3, 2019

In a sea of restaurants nationwide, yours has stuck out and been successful. Before you take the plunge, we’d recommend taking a practical and systematic approach to expanding your franchise to ensure the process results in a profitable endeavor. Read on for our actionable, step-by-step process on how to expand your franchise.

Franchise 368

Franchise Franchising Audits Point of Sale 368

7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

To start, check out this guide from the National Restaurant Association on cybersecurity preparedness. Even though 9 out of 10 restaurants have less than 50 staff members, your team's personal information is also a potential source of misuse. Audit your existing POS and check to see what PCI compliance standards they have.

Audits 370

Audits POS Loyalty Program Information 370

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 15, 2021

Employees and customers are demanding safe environments, so demonstrate the additional steps you’re taking to keep them healthy during the pandemic – constant cleaning, mask wearing, social distancing, limiting capacity, offering hand sanitizing stations – in addition to your “normal” food safety protocols.

Food Safety 197

Food Safety Audits Employee Relations Training 197

7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Some restaurants are taking a direct approach to fight inflation by doing small, “ surgical ” price increases. Do an audit on your menu, and check individual item sales. See if there are any items that have high plate cost but aren't frequently ordered, and consider taking them off the menu. Make small menu price adjustments.

Tip Distribution 370

Tip Distribution 2021 2019 Cash Management 370

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Are you trying to differentiate your brand and stand out from the competition? Adding EV charging stations is a smart next step to take in your sustainability journey. Elevate inspections and audits. Instead, rely on integrated tech tools for easier, faster, and more accurate inspections and audits. Improve operations.

Audits 189

Audits 2040 Food Safety Consumer Goods 189

7 Shifts

MAY 1, 2024

Record your sales daily One of the first steps you should take in your restaurant bookkeeping process is recording your sales daily, ensuring your accounting records are up to date. They speed up your vouching process and help clear up any inconsistencies that could arise during the auditing process.

Cash Management 221

Cash Management Inventory Employee Relations Beverage 221

Embrace the Suck

DECEMBER 25, 2019

If you can reduce ticket times in your kitchen, reduce the time it takes to turn a table, and increase delivery without adding more staff. It the same concept that we use in restaurant work: full hands in, full hand out! Your salesperson will try to talk you out of getting a Prime Vendor Agreement (PVA). ” Not so fast.

Food Truck 289

Food Truck Food Audits Tip Distribution 289

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 30, 2020

To make sure consumer health and safety is prioritized, operators should be auditing lots for quick repairs, adjusting signage to control traffic, as well as taking care of outside factors like city permits and permissions. Auditing Lots for Damage and Quickly Conducting Repairs. Adjusting Signage to Control Traffic.

Outdoor 210

Outdoor Audits Dine-in Seating 210

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 10, 2022

Why should you and your staff spend hours counting inventory, auditing invoices, and combing through contracts? Nobody has time for that when there is a crowded dining room, to-go orders flying out the window and customers complaining about their favorite menu items going up in price. Take food cost management for instance.

Supplies 197

Supplies Food Supply Audits Inventory 197

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 14, 2021

Audit the waste stream and try to identify current trends and how much waste is actually being generated. Knowing where to start, and lack of time sometimes deters people from taking this step. For example, the team could take all the surplus food to a nearby homeless shelter. Composting. Organic Recycling.

Waste 211

Waste Compost Recycling Food 211

Tableo

JULY 18, 2023

Conduct regular inventory audits Think about the following in order to maintain precise stock levels and spot any discrepancies: Plan regular inventory audits – ideally weekly or monthly. Sample inventory audit checklist Item Physical Count Recorded Count Discrepancy Lettuce 30 30 0 Tomatoes 50 48 +2 Chicken Breast 75 80 -5 2.

Inventory 75

Inventory Management Management Audits 75

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

“As in any good relationship, consumers expect honesty and reliability when they seek out businesses online,” said Damian Rollison, Director of Market Insights at SOCi. ” Brands still stuck in the past and not optimizing their online profiles may lose out on significant market share.

Online Ordering 188

Online Ordering Consumer Goods Customer Service Customer Experience 188

7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

Maybe it’s to take your grandmothers’ recipes to the masses. You have the advantage of a built-out kitchen with equipment, bars and dining rooms, technology, parking lots, and more. Find Out Why the Restaurant is for sale. Once you’re ready and funded, here are the steps to take to realize the dream of ownership.

License 444

License Equipment Certification Information 444

7 Shifts

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Tip laws differ from national standards in some areas, and staying on top of potential changes as bills make their way through the legislative process takes time and energy. Common mistakes employers make in relation to tip laws Garnishing or skimming tips: employers may never take any part of employee tips for themselves.

Tip Distribution 221

Tip Distribution Restaurant Law Employee Relations 2024 221

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 10, 2020

Take a Measured Approach. Conduct an internal audit of expenditure. Now is the time to pay more attention to your website, take advantage of the downtime your hotel may have to audit this too. But be ready, how will you stand out? You need to let people know the measures you are taking to ensure their safety.

Hospitality 207

Hospitality Marketing SEO Social Media 207

Perfect Daily Grind

AUGUST 7, 2022

Read on to find out what they told me. However, some farmers complain of low pay-out rates from co-operatives, which can lead to disagreements and even dissolution in some particularly dire cases. The objective of the audit is to understand why there are problems with co-op models and the potential solutions.

Operations 175

Operations Audits Agriculture Cash Management 175

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 2, 2021

Monitoring regularly for minor defects to prevent larger potholes and avoiding the use of gravel/stone to fill potholes (it will quickly loosen and spread out the pothole!) Self-Audit Your Lot and Define a Baseline for Repairs. When auditing, keep track of how many of each of these issues exist, as well as how extensive the damage is.

Audits 139

Audits 2021 Education Transportation 139

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 24, 2023

Big data analytics and Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools track your brand mentions across the web and reveal where your customers hang out. The first step in every ORM strategy is to conduct a brand audit. Pay Attention to Your Reviews and Respond (Properly) Take the time to read through your reviews on all online platforms.

Social Media 197

Social Media SEO Website Management Audits 197

The Rail

JANUARY 1, 2024

This is the process of engaging all employees to take steps that prevent wastage in all their activities. The Imperatives of Zero-Waste Training Training takes a significant amount of time, commitment, and even capital investment. Waste audits: Train your staff on how to conduct effective waste audits.

Waste 59

Waste Training Audits Consumer Goods 59

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 28, 2020

Businesses that benefited from PPP loans were required to meet the “necessity certification” requirement and consider alternative sources of liquidity, while also taking into account “affiliated” businesses, prior to submitting a loan application. Have 500 or fewer employees, taking into account any and all affiliates.

Insurance 161

Insurance Certification Audits Small Business 161

7 Shifts

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Tip laws differ from national standards in some areas, and staying on top of potential changes as bills make their way through the legislative process takes time and energy. Common mistakes employers make in relation to tip laws Garnishing or skimming tips: employers may never take any part of employee tips for themselves.

Tip Distribution 195

Tip Distribution Restaurant Law Employee Relations 2024 195

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 11, 2023

The following trends show how brands are taking advantage of this growing movement. For example, On A Roll Italian Subs, Latin Quarter Kitchen and A Pinch of Sugar, all with separate owners, operate out of the same building in Richmond, Va., through ghost-kitchen operator ChefSuite. billion and is only expected to increase.

Fast Casual 189

Fast Casual Customer Service Sustainability Customer Experience 189

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 19, 2022

In a sector as vast as the restaurant industry, digital marketing becomes a critical tool to standing out among the crowd, especially as Q4 inches closer. Local SEO takes all the above tactics a step further to optimize for a specific geographical location. Another great opportunity to boost local SEO is when customers leave reviews.

SEO 189

SEO Social Media Website Management Online Ordering 189

7 Shifts

JUNE 3, 2022

Whether they're in school, have kids, or need time for auditions, restaurant workers can live the lifestyle they want outside the traditional 9-to-5. Here are a few ways to ensure you're scheduling with empathy: Get the schedule out in advance. Or perhaps even take a short trip to visit friends or family. Two days off in a row.

Tip Distribution 397

Tip Distribution Email Marketing Communication Coaching 397

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 25, 2020

As of March 18, 2020, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has suspended onsite audit requirements associated with the FSMA due to the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic. The FDA has a useful tool to help build out your own food safety plan. FSMA audits are on hold for now, but when the crowds return so will the audits.

Food Safety 145

Food Safety Audits Food Allergens 145

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

If you’re planning on starting a restaurant, you are probably looking forward to a packed dining room, happy guests, and empty plates; however, it also takes a lot of money to get your restaurant off the ground. If you don’t keep a close eye on your payroll, it can get out of control. Remodeling and Decorating Expenses.

License 178

License Employee Relations Equipment Food Supply 178

Culinary Cues

DECEMBER 30, 2019

Some have their feet planted firmly on the ground with a system that is time tested and solid, while others tend to drift in and out of consciousness. Unless that chef is a partner there is a high probability that he or she will leave at some point and take the restaurants positive reputation along for the ride.

Cash Management 268

Cash Management Point of Sale Leadership Website Management 268

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Eataly style food halls – taking advantage of a weak commercial real estate market with a large supply of available large spaces. While there is still some pent up demand for the dining experience, other customers have reinterpreted their dining experience to include eating at home with carry out. Anything plant based!

2022 180

2022 Food Supply Back of House Kitchen Safety 180

7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

The restaurants that prioritize employee retention above all will come out on top. For the restaurant-dense metropolitan areas, the Twin Cities and Boston came out on top. We spoke to modern restaurant leaders and consulted our roster of partners and clients to find out the tangible ways that restaurants are doing to reduce turnover.

Front of House 195

Front of House Back of House Cash Management Customer Experience 195

7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Sending out schedules two weeks in advance will likely require managers to change up their approach, but this up-front time investment also provides some predictability in terms of wages and operations. While it's clear the ways employees benefit from Predictive Scheduling legislation, the good news is there are advantages for employers, too.

Restaurant Law 370

Restaurant Law 2017 Retail Franchise 370

Aaron Allen & Associates

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

The battlefield after the war is clearing out, but there’s so much shock from what just happened that many haven’t fully planned out what to do next. Companies can take this as an opportunity to ask themselves the tough questions and reconstitute their promises (that competitors aren’t willing to make) to make the brand stand out.

Audits 104

Audits Guest Recovery Government 2020 104

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 25, 2021

So, while owners might not be able to make the switch to green appliances all at once, the cost equation needs to take into account the amount of energy costs they’ll incur before they switch, and the sizable reward from eco-conscious consumers they might be missing out on until the right solutions are in place.

Operations 197

Operations Ordering Sustainability Food Supply 197

Tableo

JUNE 28, 2023

Monitor food costs For the purpose of figuring out your prime cost, it’s important to accurately track food expenses. Take these actions: Keep thorough records of all food purchases and stock levels. To monitor trends, figure out your labour expenditures as a percentage of your overall sales.

Audits 40

Audits Inventory Reference Download 40

Chowly

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

The restaurant industry’s optimism rests on customer loyalty, with 9 in 10 consumers considering dining out an essential lifestyle choice. Get a free menu audit Guest Trends Reflecting on 2023, 65% of patrons prefer the seamless convenience offered by kiosks over traditional in-person ordering. million jobs added nationally.

2024 96

2024 Loyalty Program 2023 Point of Sale 96

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 31, 2020

As consumers seek clean products without chemicals or human-made modifications to put in their bodies, they are taking more notice of organic ingredients to boost their health and wellness. It is essential to understand that it is not as simple as filling out an application. An Industry Microcosm.

Food 238

Food Food Supply Franchise Franchising 238

7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

Maybe it’s to take your grandmothers’ recipes to the masses. You have the advantage of a built-out kitchen with equipment, bars and dining rooms, technology, parking lots, and more. Find Out Why the Restaurant is for sale. Once you’re ready and funded, here are the steps to take to realize the dream of ownership.

License 195

License Equipment Certification Information 195