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Restaurant Forecasting: How To, Formulas, Methods, and More

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Staff scheduling, inventory management, menu analysis , guest satisfaction, profitability, and so much more rest on the shoulders of accurate restaurant forecasting. When successful, they keep a restaurant in the black - but they require time, dedication, and a good bit of math to get right. Table of Contents. Profit Estimation.

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MRM EXCLUSIVE: New Research Reveals Restaurant Managers Are Key Ingredient in the Recipe for Staff Retention

Modern Restaurant Management

Restaurant employees play an integral role in the dining experience, representing the building blocks of delightful guest experiences, ultimately creating loyal patrons who come back for more. However, in today's economic environment, restaurant staffing is being put to the test, posing a bigger challenge today than ever before.

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13 Scary Fun October Promotion Ideas for Bars and Restaurants

Buzztime Business

Either way, America’s favorite season is in full swing and it’s time to ramp up October promotion ideas at your bar, brewery, or restaurant. However, there’s so much more to the month… Say Yes to Oktoberfest Create an Oktoberfest happy hour menu complete with German classics like giant soft pretzels and house-made sausage.

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Level Up Your Bar Entertainment (7 Trending Event Ideas)

Buzztime Business

Basic: Throwing Darts Next-Level: Throwing Axes Listen, there’s nothing wrong with classic bar sports like darts and billiards. And yes, axe-throwing bars do serve booze so you can throw axes while you throw back a beer. That’s why we put together these 7 next-level bar entertainment ideas. That way, you’ll enjoy steady food traffic.

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32 Winter Bar Promotions with No Chill

Buzztime Business

Early winter is awards season, so hand out envelopes to customers with their bills. Inside each envelope is a mystery offer that the customer must bring back to your bar to be opened by their server or bartender. Sports-Focused Winter Bar Promotions 10) Be a Big Shot In January and February, college basketball is in full swing.

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13 Labor Day Bar Promotions to Pack the House

Buzztime Business

It’s last call for summer – and your first chance to kick off the fall season. These 13 Labor Day bar promotions will pack the house and show guests a great time over the long weekend. Whip up a menu of grilled small plates: think sliders, gourmet sausages, and elote (grilled Mexican corn on the cob with savory toppings).

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Spring Cocktail Recipes (32 Fresh Ideas)

Buzztime Business

This season, give guests a reason to spring into your bar or restaurant. Put one of these 3 bacon-forward spring cocktail recipes on your brunch menu…ASAP. Aged Negroni : For vermouth lovers, this classic drink delivers bittersweet citrus flavors after being aged for a month in house. Bacon Breakfast Cocktails : Say what?