Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 29, 2020

Joey Coiffi, top photo, CEO of The Salad House , a growing New Jersey-based fast casual franchise, discusses how their restaurants were able to quickly ramp up to help out, the impact of social media sharing as well as restaurant technology's role in giving back. How did you get the idea to contribute your food to hospitals?

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 14, 2020

For every customer that orders via takeout or delivery, give them a voucher or offer a discount for in-house restaurant dining once quarantine guidelines lift. Prepare to welcome them back. Support hospital and healthcare workers. This edition of MRM's "Ask the Expert” features advice from Buyers Edge Platform.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 29, 2020

For FOH: Assure front of house staff that you are complying with or exceeding all regulatory local, state and federal rules and regulations. Paying for their healthcare (or at least most of it) would be a really nice perk in today's environment. Here's some of their advice. Even though they have ?less

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 11, 2022

As Americans reach for a potential post-pandemic world, the restaurant industry continues to reel from two years of economic, staffing and supply chain chaos. Of these, one of the biggest challenges facing independent, franchised and fast-casual restaurants is staffing. A recent article in The New York Times cited a 5.7-percent

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7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

We operate as a tip pool restaurant with equal parts shared between the back and front of the house, weighted by position and number of hours worked. It’s no secret that with a workforce mass exodus and rising minimum wages, the restaurant industry is long overdue for an overhaul of its business structure and compensation model.

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Social Hospitality: Restaurants

MAY 6, 2020

Nevertheless, some brands have demonstrated how to be good to their customers, associates, healthcare providers, and communities during this time. Our healthcare workers are heroes, and right now they need reinforcements to save as many lives as they can,” de Blasio said. “I Four Seasons New York: Housing Healthcare Pros.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 2, 2020

Restaurant employees can apply online to receive a one-time, $500 check to use toward bills, including housing, transportation, utilities, childcare, groceries, medical bills and/or student loans. The Foundation will administer the grants, offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Live in the U.S., an overseas U.S. state or territory.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 14, 2020

" In an effort to help franchisees overcome the business challenges caused by the COVID-19 crisis, Huddle House has announced a program of relief measures being temporarily offered to franchisees to support the system head-on during this crisis. "Cox Media has been very supportive to us during this difficult time. . "In

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

Guests will expect to know every aspect of sourcing and meal preparation, which will disrupt traditional back-of-house systems with technology that connects the farm to the food. We’re seeing massive disruption to front-of-house systems, too, delivering personalized guest experiences from order to payment to final delivery.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 19, 2021

For example, New Orleans' Feed the Front Line ’ continues to cleverly support restaurants, musicians, artists, and hospital workers caring for those impacted by COVID-19. In response, many have introduced lower-priced menus, moving from high-end steak houses to bistros or even those who are giving out free food.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 27, 2020

Aramark examined front and back of house processes to establish tailored playbooks for all of its businesses and market segments, leveraging innovative solutions, new service methods, and rigorous safety protocols. . Takeout For Good. Aramark Creates Safety Plans.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 14, 2020

The brand is also on track to raise a quarter of a million dollars in funds for front line heroes by the end of September after ringing-in nearly $50,000 in contributions from their charitable Big Yellow Cup in just two weeks. All locations will serve guests via delivery through a virtual kitchen facility.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 5, 2020

“Now, more than ever, restaurateurs need an effective and affordable way to promote their restaurants to new and existing customers so they can bring them back again and again. TouchBistro Acquires TableUp. TouchBistro acquired Boston-based TableUp, a provider of loyalty and marketing solutions for the restaurant industry.

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7 Shifts

MAY 10, 2021

Whether you're hiring, or you're a worker ready to go back to work, here are the six red flags that Cummings outlined in the episode. So instead of falling back on the same old empty words, Cummings suggests starting with the things meaningful to you. “If Uninspired Job Posting. It's not enough to just go "Hey, hiring line cooks.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 14, 2021

Knowing this will continue into 2022, we are continuing to focus on implementing technology that will help on-site team members streamline and efficiently perform their work to the best of their ability. A drop in employee retention & difficulty in hiring. Supply chain : Supply chain issues will be a key challenge in 2022.

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7 Shifts

JUNE 8, 2020

7shifts’ 150+ employees come from various backgrounds and have worked in numerous industries—from video game design to healthcare. As we serve the restaurant industry, it's important to us that we prioritize candidates with previous industry experience. It's only fitting that some of our employees have hands-on experience in the industry.

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Culinary Cues

OCTOBER 31, 2019

Restaurants find it increasingly difficult to find and retain good employees – both front, and back-of-the-house. This is where a young cook can hone the craft of cooking, gain some pretty flashy chops, learn about cutting edge presentations, and build on a resume that has some impressive strength.

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7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

What to include in your restaurant onboarding process. What documentation to give out and collect during onboarding. What is employee onboarding? Employee onboarding is the process of welcoming a new employee to your team. It usually involves an orientation, paperwork collection, and training. Then, explain how you display these values at work.

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Social Hospitality: Restaurants

MAY 6, 2020

Nevertheless, some brands have demonstrated how to be good to their customers, associates, healthcare providers, and communities during this time. Our healthcare workers are heroes, and right now they need reinforcements to save as many lives as they can,” de Blasio said. “I Thank you @FourSeasons.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 1, 2020

Review mentions of “Back-owned” (and related terms) also skyrocketed, up 426 percent, as people look to support and surface these businesses to the community. In early June, we've seen diners seated come back substantially – now down 57 percent compared to pre-pandemic levels. Yelp's Economic Impact Report.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 3, 2020

“I discovered PJ’s Coffee back in 2002, and have been hooked ever since,” said Wright. PJ's Hopes to Open 187 Locations Throughout Florida in Next 10 Years. PJ’s Coffee of New Orleans plans for rapid expansion throughout Florida with hopes to bring 187 new locations within the next 10 years.

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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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Indoor Media

MARCH 29, 2021

As far back as 1885, Thomas Smith wrote in his guide, Successful Advertising , that customers needed to see an ad twenty times before purchasing a product. For advertisers, this provides a great opportunity to build your brand in front of a local audience in the same area where your most likely customers live. Repetition .

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Cheetah

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

Excluding the back-of-house workers is one of the problems with tipping. These workers usually don’t get to enjoy the tips and it creates tension between back and front-of-house workers instead of promoting teamwork. Tipping at restaurants has always been a contreversial issue. an hour, the federal minimum wage.

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Xtra Chef

MAY 13, 2020

However, we already know that the rise of take-out and delivery will limit front of house labor costs and other overhead expenses, placing an even greater emphasis on squeezing every last ounce of profit from your production. Implementing AP automation is easy and contact-free. The old-fashioned way is no longer workable.

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7 Shifts

MAY 15, 2023

Did you know that payroll/labor makes up almost one-third of a restaurant's operating costs ? While most restaurateurs are experts in hospitality and customer service, payroll makes many savvy business owners scratch their heads. We're here to demystify payroll so you can spend more time every week growing your business and doing what you do best.

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Restaurant365

APRIL 26, 2022

The hiring crunch is especially tough for back-of-house employees, such as line cooks and dishwashers, who historically have made lower wages than many front-of-house employees like servers. As CFO, restaurant staffing strategy may not have historically been part of your responsibilities.

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KaTom

MAY 4, 2020

Still, there are recommended restaurant coronavirus safety precautions from healthcare officials, restaurant associations, and government officials that can help reduce the risk your operation will contribute to the spread of SARS-CoV-2. Front of House. Back of House. Table of Contents. Before You Open.

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Notch

MARCH 12, 2019

Your restaurant’s labor cost percentage is the total amount of money you spend on labor costs — including salaries, wages, healthcare, benefits and taxes — shown as a percentage of food sales. With margins so thin, it’s important to control every cost as carefully as possible. That includes the labor cost percentage for your restaurant.

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SpotOn

JULY 29, 2024

It's also used to offset employee health insurance costs or ensure more equitable compensation for back-of-house staff members. Running a restaurant is expensive. The neverending quest for profitability means that trimming the fat, recouping costs, and finding new ways to be efficient are top of mind for many restaurant owners.

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The Restaurant Times

NOVEMBER 25, 2021

The conflict between the kitchen and the front of the house is a major source of frustration for employees across many restaurants. Keep the door open and tell them they’re welcome to come back any time. Retain Your Restaurant Staff With These Techniques. Create A Team . People appreciate being heard.

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Notch

MARCH 12, 2019

Your restaurant’s labor cost percentage is the total amount of money you spend on labor costs — including salaries, wages, healthcare, benefits and taxes — shown as a percentage of food sales. With margins so thin, it’s important to control every cost as carefully as possible. That includes the labor cost percentage for your restaurant.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 11, 2021

Additionally, the brand opened its 12th location with Great Wolf Resorts at the Manteca, California park and further strengthened its presence in the healthcare setting with locations debuting at the Oak Hill Hospital in Brooksville, Florida and UMass Memorial Medical Center in Worcester, Massachusetts. Getting Hotter at Dave's.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

In this edition of MRM News Bites, we feature restaurant community support endeavors, new tech and a little holiday fun. Supporting Independents. Ocean Spray Cranberries, Inc. launched the Ocean Spray Farmers for Chefs Alliance with the goal of helping as many qualifying independent restaurants as possible cover rent, utilities, and payroll costs.

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EATER

JULY 8, 2024

Many use the revenue to more evenly distribute pay between the front of house (servers, bussers, hosts) and back of house (cooks, dishwashers), who historically earn a lot less. Restaurant service fees are now commonplace. Frequently used to replace tips, these fees are typically in the range of 20 percent.

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7 Shifts

MARCH 31, 2023

“Take better care of your staff.” We’ve all heard it. Some of us know that we should - but in between dealing with maintenance issues and hiring new employees, it can be hard enough to take care of yourself, let alone your staff. With rising food and labor costs, how can you prioritize the working conditions for your team so they stick around?

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EATER

JULY 7, 2023

To make the case for service fees, many restaurateurs have insisted that they’re a way to make pay more equitable between front-of-house workers like hosts and servers and kitchen workers like line cooks and dishwashers. Now, the fees have inspired a lawsuit at Los Angeles hot spot Jon & Vinny’s.

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