Culinary Cues

AUGUST 28, 2020

COMMUNICATION. As much as communication is always the number one criticism of those on the receiving end – it will be even more so during times of crisis. Communicate profusely with your business guests – use all of the mediums available and make the communication positive and uplifting. CREATING A BUZZ. QUALITY FIRST.

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Social Media Communication Loyalty Program Training 438

Restaurant365

APRIL 14, 2020

Successful restaurant operations, in any kind of economy, depend on well-managed restaurant food inventory. Much of the typical food and beverage inventory in restaurants tends to have a relatively short shelf life, making accurate inventory numbers essential to run a functioning kitchen, make economical orders, and adapt to long-term trends.

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Culinary Cues

MAY 21, 2023

Like most living things, the desire to connect, communicate, and follow others has been apparent since the beginning of time. Gupta’s podcast pointed to is a growing concern over the long-term impact of technology as a substitute for a human beings’ natural instincts and needs. Technology, in this case, is socially isolating.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 5, 2022

In this blog, we will discuss the various facets being utilized to enhance the entire operation of the ghost kitchen efficiently. The Postmates app is responsible for finding employees, managing inventory from suppliers, operating the business, and operating the kitchen, while the brands receive a royalty from its sales.

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Culinary Cues

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

So, let’s take inventory. TEAM ENVIRONMENT Depending on others and they on you, picking up the slack when others falter, communicating with those who share a mission, working off each other like musicians in a band, and winning or losing as a unit makes for a truly dynamic environment like professional sport teams.

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Employee Relations Fine Dining Training Communication 389

Clover - Restaurants

MAY 7, 2024

Working as part of a team, you will mentor other back-of-house staff and communicate effectively with executive chefs and management. You’ll investigate and adopt technologies to improve communication and workflow between front- and back-of-house team members.

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Hot Schedules

JUNE 30, 2021

With near real-time updates into inventory, POS data, and guest sentiment, operators are equipped to make necessary decisions in the moment, rather than having to wait for monthly reports to arrive weeks after the fact. Find out how retail scheduling software can help streamline your communications and business operations!

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Hotels Operations Employee Relations Retail 148

Culinary Cues

MAY 13, 2023

This requires a complex organization of independent operations that are still required to communicate, share, and fall in line with the mission of the property. Each of those “departments” will require some level of unique kitchen management (sous chef) and specialists to support the uniqueness of function.

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Hotels Point of Sale Cash Management Training 430

7 Shifts

MARCH 27, 2020

Consider things like merchandise sales, inventory sales, or private cooking lessons. How to communicate your COVID-19 restaurant closure. Whether you decide to close your restaurant partially or fully, it’s important to communicate your decision properly to staff and customers. We’ll talk about this more later on.

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Social Media Restaurant Law Employee Relations Communication 312

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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Management Management Kitchen Safety Front of House 195

Get Beyond

DECEMBER 15, 2023

In this blog, we’ll explore effective strategies for small business owners to maintain a healthy work-life balance during the holiday season, allowing you to fully embrace the festive spirit without compromising your business’s success. Communicate with Your Team If you have a team, effective communication is paramount.

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Culinary Cues

APRIL 22, 2020

You can never be too organized or communicate too frequently. Expect to see a number of half empty, cold cups of coffee spread out through the house. [] WEEKLY INVENTORIES. www.harvestamericacues.com BLOG. Meals at home are no different than meals in the restaurant. PLAN BETTER – TRAIN HARDER. We are in this together.

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Back of House Point of Sale Take-out Inventory 355

Hot Schedules

JULY 26, 2021

Rather than limiting inventory or reducing the customer experience, here are five ways the right retail scheduling solution empowers managers to cut costs through efficient workforce management — without burning out the staff. Bottom Line Shrinking? Five Ways Retailers Can Optimize Labor to Minimize Costs. b3lineicon|b3icon-calendar|?|Calendar.

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Goliath Consulting

JULY 19, 2023

By highlighting the importance of adaptability, strong communication, exceptional problem-solving abilities, and a customer-centric mindset, Bandy reveals the essential traits that distinguish successful restaurant managers. Nurturing a Winning Culture Culture plays a pivotal role in the success of any restaurant.

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Hot Schedules

OCTOBER 5, 2021

You have lots of choices on which companies supply your restaurant inventory, but how do you spot and manage great food suppliers? Your restaurant looks for partnerships based on specific needs: inventory, timeliness, reliability. Is it a Win-Win? Make Sure Your Food Suppliers are Grade-A. b3lineicon|b3icon-computer-rocket|?|Computer

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Food Supply Food Mobile Ordering Inventory 137

Restaurant365

JANUARY 11, 2022

Both need a way to communicate what happens as part of a shift-to-shift handoff, as well as occurrences that may impact key performance indicators (KPI) and operational efficiencies. Communicating this jumbled information up to above store operators can be challenging. Improve communication with your restaurant manager log.

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Management Management Employee Relations Communication 158

Sling

APRIL 27, 2023

These essential activities include everything from scheduling your team , assigning tasks , and managing inventory to controlling labor costs , executing payroll , and complying with labor laws. But it’s about more than just ordering as much inventory as your storage spaces can hold and hoping for the best.

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Sling

MAY 9, 2023

Focus on working on your people skills, the way you communicate, and your leadership style. Then, reach out to your staff, get to know them on a personal level, and create a positive company culture. It takes time, attention, and effort — not to mention the right software to help you manage it all. The Sling app can help.

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Operations Loyalty Program Food Safety Front of House 78

Restaurant365

JULY 24, 2020

The focus of this blog post is to help existing restaurants launch their own ghost kitchens. Control Inventory for Your Virtual Kitchen. Managing your restaurant inventory helps you prevent waste, lower your food cost, and increase your bottom line. Inventory management is especially critical when operating a ghost kitchen.

Front of House 147

Front of House Online Ordering Kitchen Safety Customer Service 147

Restaurant365

JANUARY 11, 2022

Both need a way to communicate what happens as part of a shift-to-shift handoff, as well as occurrences that may impact key performance indicators (KPI) and operational efficiencies. Communicating this jumbled information up to above store operators can be challenging. Improve communication with your restaurant manager log.

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Management Management Employee Relations Communication 142

Hot Schedules

APRIL 1, 2020

The series includes videos on the following topics: Communication Tools – Configure HotSchedules preloads and messaging to work for you. Find the first round of quick instructional videos below: Communication. Managing Inventory in the Days of COVID-19. Managing inventory these days can be a real challenge.

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Operations Employee Relations Education Inventory 78

Hot Schedules

JANUARY 12, 2022

Trend 3: Tightly control inventory. Micromanaging inventory through a centralized purchasing system reduces waste and ensures supply costs remain at a minimum. Back (Office) to the Future: The 4 Trends IT Leaders Need to Know. Take it a step further. b3lineicon|b3icon-bread|?|Bread. Ensure your COGS don’t hamper competitiveness.

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Back of House Employee Relations POS Government 147

Restaurant365

JUNE 15, 2021

You may have a hunch that you are doing fewer table turns on the weekend, or that your inventory has gotten wasteful recently. In this blog, Part 2 of 2, we explore critical restaurant KPIs about your BOH data to review for long-term profitability. Understanding your CoGS means that you need to keep accurate periodic inventory.

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Focus POS

JANUARY 15, 2020

Tighter inventory control. Inventory Tracking. Aside from your labor, your inventory is one of your largest expenses. Improving your inventory tracking can equate to major cost savings. Use this to determine shrinkage by comparing what your expected inventory value should be with what your actual inventory counts are.

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POS Front of House Loyalty Program Inventory 151

Sling

DECEMBER 14, 2021

For tips on creating an effective hierarchy of responsibility, check out his article from the Sling blog: What Is An Organizational Chart And Why Does Your Business Need One? But, for more suggestions, check out these articles from the Sling blog: Team-Building Games: 4 Games Employees Will Actually Enjoy. Dynamic reporting.

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Entertainment Innovation Communication Article 148

Restaurant365

JUNE 3, 2022

Your daily duties may include creating schedules , counting inventory , and entering invoices , but that does not define you. Whether it’s accounting, scheduling, or inventory, there are faster and easier ways to do things at affordable costs. Communication. Look beyond the daily tasks and remember the big picture.

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Sling

MAY 21, 2021

Common time-saving tools include: Inventory management software. Team communication software. The Sling suite of cloud-based tools provides everything a busy manager needs to schedule faster, eliminate conflicts, keep labor costs in check, assign tasks, and communicate better. 5) Communicate With Your Employees.

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Tip Distribution Small Business Communication Training 148

7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

One minute you’re planning shifts, then checking inventory, then making drinks and bussing tables—and before you know it, your shift is almost over and you haven’t even started your core management tasks. Keeping open communication with your team builds trust and improves your leadership qualities. Restaurant managers do it all.

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Management Management Download Leadership 195

Hot Schedules

MAY 25, 2021

My goal is to create an atmosphere of mutual trust and respect to enable the people to communicate, cooperate and be innovative. The environment in the company and the team is friendly based on open and honest communication, team collaboration and mutual respect. I am Fourth. Vanya Dimitrova. Scrum Master.

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Cash Management Customer Service Customer Experience Sports 148

Chowly

MARCH 28, 2024

While Matt excels in profit enhancement and inventory management, his true passion lies in leadership development. By prioritizing authentic communication and camaraderie, operators can create environments where team members feel valued and supported, mitigating the risk of isolation.

Leadership 105

Leadership Coaching Sustainability Customer Experience 105

Restaurant365

MAY 21, 2021

With so many moving pieces, effective (and constant) communication between staff, management, and leadership is key for a successful restaurant business. Many of the most significant decisions in restaurants are made at the ground-level—and communication enables better decision making. What does it mean to manage up?

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Management Management Communication Inventory 78

Restaurant365

MARCH 23, 2022

Champion leaders collect, analyze, and use data constantly, communicating its importance across the organization. Closely manage your inventory. Restaurant inventory management monitors what ingredients come into your restaurant, what is leaving, and what is left over. Use inventory tracking to reduce waste.

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QSR Automations

MAY 2, 2024

ConnectSmart® Kitchen extends the benefits of digital optimization beyond the bar counter, creating a seamless connection between the bartender and the kitchen staff. With real-time communication and order management, ConnectSmart® Kitchen ensures that every drink order flows smoothly from the bartender’s hands to the customer’s lips.

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Social Media Front of House Innovation Technology 64

Apicbase

APRIL 14, 2023

In this blog post, I’ll discuss how the process works. Setting expectations Once CS understands what success looks like to you, they will communicate the ‘what, why, how and when’ needed to get there. For example, imagine HQ’s objective for the implementation is to manage inventory. Meet The Apicbase Team Say hi!

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Hot Schedules

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

As you bring this critical role off of furlough and train them on a host of new procedures, it might be time to consider a mobile workforce management application that can simplify scheduling and communications for both managers and employees alike. Manage Increasing COVID-19 Cleaning Costs in Hospitality. b3lineicon|b3icon-user-switch|?|User

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Hospitality Management Management Employee Relations 78

Restaurant365

APRIL 4, 2022

Communication is Key. With so much that can happen over the course of a day and even during a shift, enabling managers to communicate with each other remotely and across shifts is the key to success. Communication prevents the next day’s manager from filling it with product that could quickly spoil and erode margins.

Point of Sale 78

Point of Sale Technology Customer Experience Mobile Ordering 78

The Restaurant Group

MAY 3, 2021

It also makes it easier to track food delivery timelines and get alerts when a specific inventory item is almost out of stock. This tech initiative can improve workflows and communication. QR Codes and Automated Inventory Management. Plus, the automated features of digital Kitchen Display Systems appeal to modern restaurants.

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