Culinary Cues

AUGUST 9, 2021

The goal of every restaurant and every chef is to create memorable experiences for the guest. Somewhere in our internal job description is a desire, and even a need to build an environment of WOW! Wow visuals on the plate and in the dining room, wow views from every seat, wow service, and of course – wow flavors on the plate.

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Culinary Cues

JUNE 16, 2023

Next week he would graduate from high school and James the cook at his diner invited him back for dinner and a chat. It was great, but my back didn’t agree, and I eventually had to step out of that role. Last summer he had a job as a dishwasher in a local diner. Too many of his friends took the wrong fork in the road.

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Culinary Cues

DECEMBER 3, 2022

I can feel the knot in that muscle move slowly from the top of my ankle to the back of my knee. By 7am I am walking through the back door of the kitchen. I polish off breakfast in record time, kick back another coffee, tie on an apron, and walk through the kitchen with clipboard in hand. I nod and give him a thumbs up.

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7 Shifts

JANUARY 31, 2024

Metrics and sheets you'll need to track include cost of goods sold, labor costs, new operating income, profit, and (see below) inventory costs. Inventory management Managers need to ensure the kitchen is stocked with the right amount of food so that nothing is wasted and as few items need to be 86'ed as possible.

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7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

What those technologies are completely depends on the role, but here are a few of the more popular examples: Servers and front-of-house roles tend to familiarize themselves with point-of-sale (POS) technology, scheduling software , online ordering integrations, and perhaps even reservation software. Table of Contents. Skills for Your Resume.

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Culinary Cues

MAY 21, 2023

I just listened to a podcast from Dr. Sanjay Gupta, whom I think we all know of, as he wrestled with the impact that technology has on his own three daughters and society as a whole. It was enlightening even though much of what he pointed to is well-known. In all cases, we remain in control of the technology that serves as an effective tool.

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Culinary Cues

MAY 15, 2021

Our business model requires too much labor: At the same time as we step back it becomes vividly apparent that our method of operation and the menus that we provide require too many hands. The restaurant industry continues to be devastated – not just as a result of the pandemic but because the pandemic brought underlying issues to the surface.

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Goliath Consulting

OCTOBER 19, 2020

Back in March, a survey by Statistica showed that 41.7% This is now the new norm, and we know that some of these changes are here to stay. But now that you’ve learned everything the hard way, what can you do to plan ahead for the new year? Here are our best guesses for the business trends of 2021. DESIGN: It’s a new era of drive-thrus.

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Restaurant365

JUNE 4, 2020

NOTE: As of June 3, 2020, both the House and Senate have passed the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act of 2020. NOTE: As of June 3, 2020, both the House and Senate have passed the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act of 2020. It appears that back rent and prepaid rent paid during the Covered Period are eligible.

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Culinary Cues

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

After a couple years she moved back here as the chef of her current operation. He worked in each kitchen area learning how to cut meat and fish, help on large banquets, work every position on the line, take inventories, and even how to make decisions on wines. She spent a year in school and then landed a job in Boston as a line cook.

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Restaurant365

DECEMBER 6, 2019

A mobile POS can help any restaurant looking to improve server productivity, increase revenue, and overall streamline their front of house operations. With a mobile POS, the server doesn’t need to scribble down orders or memorize them as they walk back to a POS station to input the order. What is a Mobile POS?

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Hot Schedules

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

Is Your Back Office Sinking Productivity? B etween payroll, inventory, reporting, and more, it’s easy for a manager to get trapped in the back office, sinking under paperwork. Between payroll, ordering, reporting, and a mess of other paperwork, it’s easy for back-office operations to bog down crucial front-office efficiency.

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Cheetah

MAY 11, 2021

Once you have a grasp on your establishment’s total allowed capacity, give some thought to the following: Inventory stock Back of house staff Social distancing and a better dining experience These 3 key pillars can make the difference between a streamlined restaurant reopening and a stalled one. Stock Up on Inventory.

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PathSpot

JANUARY 17, 2024

Technology improves back-of-house (BOH) operations by bringing efficiency, accuracy, and streamlined processes. This blog will explore the details of the tech tools and technologies used in the restaurant’s BOH. Advanced software solutions are vital in automating inventory tracking, reducing waste, and optimizing efficiency.

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Clover - Restaurants

MAY 7, 2024

Here are a few sample back-of-house job descriptions you can use to jumpstart your own job descriptions to help attract top notch BOH staff. Lead and manage back-of-house kitchen staff, including sous chefs, line cooks, prep cooks, and dishwashers. Continuously expand culinary knowledge of techniques and best practices.

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Restaurant365

MARCH 10, 2020

When you think of your restaurant finances, do you think of your inventory? Your restaurant inventory management is an oft-forgotten component of your finances, but the amount of product you have on hand represents a large part of your budget. What is Restaurant Inventory Management? Sitting Inventory.

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Paper Chase Accountancy

MAY 30, 2025

This blog aims to demystify the financial intricacies of the hospitality industry by providing a practical, sample bookkeeping structure specifically designed for restaurants and bars. See how outsourced bookkeeping saves time and reduces error: Explore the tangible benefits of delegating your financial back office to expert professionals.

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Restaurant365

JULY 24, 2020

The focus of this blog post is to help existing restaurants launch their own ghost kitchens. Shelter-in-place orders, dine-in restrictions and diners’ hesitation to eat out have combined to prompt restaurants to shift their focus to takeout and delivery. What is a ghost kitchen? How a ghost kitchen works. Size of U.S.

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Focus POS

JANUARY 15, 2020

Tighter inventory control. From front-of-house to back-of-house operations, restaurant technology can be leveraged to streamline it all. Inventory Tracking. Aside from your labor, your inventory is one of your largest expenses. Improving your inventory tracking can equate to major cost savings.

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Restaurant365

AUGUST 21, 2020

Successful restaurant owners and operators don’t just provide great food. For food service and hospitality in particular, an essential part of the guest experience is the interaction with employees. The people piece of the puzzle can be challenging for restaurants. Human resources and payroll overview.

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Hot Schedules

JANUARY 12, 2022

Back (Office) to the Future: The 4 Trends IT Leaders Need to Know. I f reinvention is defined as the process through which something is changed to the point it becomes entirely new, then the restaurant back office is getting reinvented big time. A truly end-to-end workforce management solution houses everything under on set of logins.

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7 Shifts

JANUARY 31, 2024

Metrics and sheets you'll need to track include cost of goods sold, labor costs, new operating income, profit, and (see below) inventory costs. Inventory management Managers need to ensure the kitchen is stocked with the right amount of food so that nothing is wasted and as few items need to be 86'ed as possible.

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Restaurant365

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

This two-part blog series presents an overall guide to the essentials of payroll accounting for restaurant groups. Your restaurant orders, receives, and counts food all in one system: your inventory management software. Your inventory management solution measures and stores all the information you need about your food cost.

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Restaurant365

JUNE 10, 2021

Today, Restaurant365 announced the acquisition of Compeat , a well-known provider of restaurant back office, workforce, and business intelligence software. Be the only restaurant-specific solution with integrated accounting, inventory, payroll/HR, purchasing, and payments. Two leaders uniting. Now is a critical time. Better together.

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Restaurant365

APRIL 16, 2021

Why is it important to have an in-house online ordering system ? Here are seven essential reasons why your restaurant needs an in-house online ordering system. In-house online ordering systems capture customer data for your customer relationship management system (CRM). Drives More Revenue. Captures Valuable Customer Data.

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Xtra Chef

JULY 6, 2020

Get an Inventory Summary Report to analyze opening and closing numbers. Recipe Management isn’t the only module getting the love in this update—we have a new report for Inventory Management users, too! Under Operation Reports, you’ll see the new Inventory Summary option. Stay tuned! Pretty cool, right?

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7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

Before restaurants can record a profit, they need to take several expenses into account—inventory, kitchen equipment, building utilities, and of course, labor. What is Restaurant Labor Cost Percentage? Some businesses choose to calculate labor cost as a percentage of operating costs rather than a percentage of sales.

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Restaurant365

JULY 21, 2021

When it comes to restaurant inventory, there are a lot of moving pieces. Understanding how to master restaurant inventory management is an invaluable skill. Your inventory control tracks what is coming in and out of your restaurant and what is left over during a certain period of time.

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Restaurant365

MARCH 10, 2020

When you think of your restaurant finances, do you think of your inventory? Your restaurant inventory management is an oft-forgotten component of your finances, but the amount of product you have on hand represents a large part of your budget. What is Restaurant Inventory Management? Sitting Inventory.

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360Training

APRIL 1, 2019

It’s tempting to apply this strategy to inventory management, but that’s a big mistake. Unless you want to risk spoilages, shortages, and misuse of resources, you need to apply an organized system to your inventory. Keep your oldest stock toward the front and add your newest stock at the back. when you have it.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 12, 2020

" "It's going to be a long road back to normal," said Steven Hall. "Even In this edition of MRM News Bites, read about efforts to help the restaurant industry and heroes as well as "new normal" restaurant technology and products. Dining Bond Goes Global.

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7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

They're people leaders, customer service providers, line cooks, inventory managers, occasional bartenders, public relations reps, number crunchers, and even marketers. You need to put yourself in front of diners, get them in your door, and turn them into ambassadors of your restaurant that come back and tell their friends about you.

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Restaurant365

MAY 15, 2020

Some of your inventory ordering questions are answered in a recent blog post. As your restaurant reopens with social distancing requirements and capacity restrictions, it’s wise to consider handling delivery in-house to avoid third-party delivery fees and create work for existing employees. How much food should I order?

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Restaurant365

DECEMBER 10, 2021

With separate systems that don’t fully “talk” to one another, you may be required to import data back and forth, a manual process that can be time consuming and lead to errors. Payroll and accounting are some of the most complex, and critical, responsibilities for a restaurant. At the core, restaurant payroll is an accounting function.

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Xtra Chef

AUGUST 12, 2020

Manage Restaurant Inventory with an Iron Fist. Find more information in this blog post. Food costs are one of the most significant factors of a restaurant’s success. Knowing your restaurant food costs helps with menu pricing, affects prime costs, and plays an integral part in remaining profitable. Cultivate Additional Relationships.

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Restaurant365

JANUARY 25, 2022

Instead, AP automation enables a range of automated bill payment options, including check, automated clearing house (ACH) and virtual credit cards. AP automation virtually eliminates time-consuming, error-prone data entry, and enables your managers to focus on customers and front-of-house operations. Data Entry and GL Coding.

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Restaurant365

JUNE 15, 2021

Leveraging your front of house (FOH) and back of house (BOH) data allows you to gain more insight into your operations. You may have a hunch that you are doing fewer table turns on the weekend, or that your inventory has gotten wasteful recently. Restaurant KPIs impacting a profitable back of house.

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