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How to deep clean coffee shop equipment

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While cleanliness shapes a cafe’s reputation from a customer’s perspective, the unseen practices behind the bar have far broader implications for equipment longevity , coffee quality, and customer and staff health. You may also like our article on why equipment longevity needs to be a priority for coffee shops.

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Stay Ahead of the Danger: Proactive Food Safety Strategies for Restaurant Managers

Modern Restaurant Management

At the most basic level, a foodborne illness, often called food poisoning, is an infection or irritation of the gastrointestinal tract caused by consuming contaminated food or beverages. To verify a supplier's credibility, check for certifications such as the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) or Safe Quality Food (SQF) certification.

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2025 Outlook: Experts Weigh In on Restaurant Trends and Challenges, Part One

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It’s similar to the rise in non-alcoholic beverages—people still want the taste of a great beer but may prefer one with low or no alcohol. These systems will monitor equipment, staff usage, and environmental conditions to not only ensure high up-time and food consistency but to further minimize waste and energy consumption.

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How to Read a Restaurant P&L (Profit and Loss) Statement + Free Template

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That could simply be food sales , alcohol , and non-alcoholic beverages. If you're a fast-casual place and only offer a couple of alcoholic beverages, then "alcohol" should be enough. Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) Your Cost of Goods Sold is the cost of your food and beverages. That may be too high.

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23 Waiter Interview Questions to Hire the Best Staff for Your Restaurant

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Check their ability to suggest appetizers, beverages, or desserts that complement the meal as well. A candidate should also have in-depth knowledge of the menu, including ingredients and preparation methods, as well as the necessary restaurant skills and certifications in health, allergen, and food safety training. What did you do?

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How to Open a Corporate Cafeteria in 2025: Step-by-Step Setup & Profit Guide

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This can be done through surveys or focus groups, which will help in determining the types of food and beverages to offer. Cafeteria setup costs vary depending on kitchen size, equipment, staffing, and design. You’ll need proper ventilation, food storage, commercial kitchen equipment, and certified staff.

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Restaurant Management Training Guide

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A well-structured management training program equips new leaders with essential skills while promoting ongoing development. Consider adding certification courses like ServSafe to the training mix so you can confirm all managers have a standardized, comprehensive understanding of food safety practices and can effectively train their staff.