Culinary Cues

MAY 3, 2023

It amazes me every time I visit a restaurant – the important things that we miss. Great bread IS ESSENTIAL in any level of restaurant experience. What impresses diners right from the start of a meal and helps to bring them back time and again? With menus the focus is, and always has been, on the protein, the center of the plate.

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Culinary Cues

JANUARY 23, 2021

In the restaurant business there are really only two ways to view profit: a very small amount of profit balanced by very significant volume, or a significant amount of profit on far less volume. How you approach the design of your restaurant in this regard will determine nearly everything else. So what is contribution margin?

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7 Shifts

JANUARY 31, 2024

Managing a restaurant is a delicate routine—if we can even call it a routine. Managers are responsible for nearly every aspect of the restaurant and have to cover a variety of duties. In addition to their main duties, restaurant managers also have to contend with all the unwritten or hidden responsibilities that fall on them.

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Culinary Cues

AUGUST 4, 2022

The greatest threat is not the labor shortage or supply chain issues, it’s not the pandemic or the price of real estate – yes, all those concerns are troubling and must be dealt with, but they are not what will bring the restaurant industry to its knees. Is it a case of not knowing how to be great or is it a real lack of desire? “Is

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Culinary Cues

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Yes, I’m talking about what it will be like in our restaurants from this point on and into the foreseeable future. Sometimes, things start to feel better when you know that the decisions are much clearer now than they were a few months ago – even if the clarity is not what we hoped for.

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Culinary Cues

MARCH 26, 2022

Are you thinking about owning a restaurant? You are not alone if the thought of putting your name on a restaurant awning has crossed your mind. One of the most tempting forays into entrepreneurship is the restaurant business. How hard can it be – right? Spoiler alert – nothing could be further from the truth.

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7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

In the restaurant industry, every bit counts. In this blog post, we will discuss suggestive selling and how it can improve your restaurant's bottom line. In this blog post, we will discuss suggestive selling and how it can improve your restaurant's bottom line. What is suggestive selling?

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Culinary Cues

JUNE 7, 2023

After a period of time, if you try to push aside those feelings of doom and gloom, the feelings start to subside. Time to evaluate your life and find a way to either minimize that stress or learn how to manage it. The signs are there and even though we know what it is we can’t help thinking that there is something dramatically wrong.

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Culinary Cues

JANUARY 15, 2022

We want and need to make a difference, no matter how small or how large that contribution might be. We want and need to make a difference, no matter how small or how large that contribution might be. Putting one foot in front of the other may be the right place to start, but inherently we all want to run.

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7 Shifts

APRIL 3, 2020

COVID-19’s impact on restaurants around the world has been ramping up thanks to necessary social distancing measures—particularly in North America, where 4-5 meals are eaten away from home every week —and restaurateurs are feeling the squeeze on their bottom line.

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Culinary Cues

MAY 15, 2021

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. The glory days of the restaurant industry have been laid to rest and they may never return to any semblance of normalcy. How will we react?” What if……happens?

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7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

As a restaurant owner, you know how difficult it is to win a customer's attention and make them keep coming back to your restaurant. 6 Tips on Creating a Winning Restaurant Newsletter. 10 Restaurant Newsletter Ideas. 6 Tips on Creating a Winning Restaurant Newsletter. 10 Restaurant Newsletter Ideas.

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Culinary Cues

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

An exercise that I have found to be really helpful is to occasionally state/re-state what you believe in as a chef. Every now and then this can serve as a “checks and balance” activity to keep you on the right path and assess where and why you might have strayed from those “stakes in the ground” that are important to your core. Writing a memo?

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7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

Here you'll find links to our favorite blog and support articles, information about 7shifts Academy, our social media profiles, and more. Whether you need to brush up on your restaurant slang or you need to swap a shift, we've got you covered. Let us know how we can improve this page here. Resources for working in restaurants.

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EATER

APRIL 2, 2024

Not restaurants, who feel gut-punched by the commission apps take from them. Delivery apps have expended a lot of effort (and money) making the case that we — restaurants, workers, and consumers — desperately need them. The message is clear: If you try to mediate how the apps operate, things will just get worse.

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Culinary Cues

MAY 24, 2022

Well, there is little that can be said to those who have caught the restaurant fever – you know, when that opportunity finally knocks, and you have your sights on a café with your name on it. Leave nothing to chance – no matter how small the task, put it on your list. As an example – applying for a liquor license.

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7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Restaurant owners and operators wear a lot of hats. And the big restaurant brands are only getting bigger , making it even harder to stand out. 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. Table of Contents.

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Culinary Cues

SEPTEMBER 4, 2020

. They say that hindsight is 2020 – that being so, there is plenty for us to reflect on and determine how we might have done things differently. What do chefs long for in a world where restaurants are closing left and right – even the most established ones? Anxiety in small doses can be that spark that starts the human engine.

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7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 26, 2021

If you weren’t thinking that much about online ordering before, you definitely are now. While easy, this way ends up costing more in the short term, does not contribute to long-term growth, and can end up hurting your business. What are the benefits of self-operated delivery for restaurants? Join the Marketplace ??

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

Starting out as a whole grain diet for radicals, vegan food culture has evolved into Michelin star worthy mega trend for future chefs and culinary experts. Nowadays, vegan food is becoming normal in restaurants and fast food joints. Restaurant industry is on the cusp of change. We are witnessing the evolution of fine dining.

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Social Hospitality

MAY 6, 2020

Nevertheless, some brands have demonstrated how to be good to their customers, associates, healthcare providers, and communities during this time. Note they’re not doing much explicit selling; but rather, showcasing what their brand is about and staying connected to their communities at this time.

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7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

In the restaurant industry, every bit counts. In this blog post, we will discuss suggestive selling and how it can improve your restaurant's bottom line. In this blog post, we will discuss suggestive selling and how it can improve your restaurant's bottom line. What is suggestive selling?

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Culinary Cues

APRIL 30, 2020

As some states begin to entertain loosening restrictions and easing out of “stay at home” directives – restaurants will consider their options. How can we not open with so much financial pressure and the looming threat of permanent closure? There are few certainties at this time except an understanding that this is not over.

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7 Shifts

AUGUST 20, 2020

The restaurant is located in a 200-year-old building–the first building in town, which in its past has been a Masonic lodge, a school, and a movie theater. Now, the building is the home of The 1894 Lodge, a bar and restaurant with a unique, chef-driven menu loaded with comfort food. My staff was great,” he said. They stayed together.”

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Culinary Cues

APRIL 26, 2020

There is so much to think about, so many decisions to make, and so much angst about what the future holds. Building a well thought out strategy for starting up the restaurant engine after we move forward is paramount and will, in the process of thinking it through, give every chef and restaurateur a spark of excitement to lean on.

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Clover - Restaurants

APRIL 9, 2024

Thankfully, the restaurant industry has bounced back from those difficult times, but one thing is still true–supply chain challenges continue to be obstacles that cannot be overlooked. Reliable, quality food suppliers for restaurants are one of the few key components that a dining establishment must have to remain operational.

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Embrace the Suck

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

*The following is an excerpt from my new book: Your Restaurant Culture Sucks coming out in September 2021. You should close your restaurant.". Enough silence that you knew deep down this person never expected you to say that… yet, there I was telling a restaurant owner those very words. I will never talk down to you.

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Lavu

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

If you’re ready to turn your dream of opening a pizza restaurant into a reality, here is an example of a pizza business plan to help you get started. For additional help, check out Lavu’s free ebook How to Build a Restaurant Business Plan. Answer questions like: Why do you want to start a pizza business?

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Hot Schedules

JUNE 8, 2021

Why Are Hotel Operating Costs Rising So Quickly? A s vaccine proliferation leads to more travelers returning to the market and the relaxation of international borders, hotels are starting to finally realize the long-awaited full reopening. As such, many hoteliers will hope revenues approach the record-breaking 2019 peak. Of all U.S.

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Goliath Consulting

MARCH 3, 2023

Franchise costs usually vary from $10,000 up to $1,000,000. Franchise costs usually vary from $10,000 up to $1,000,000. Food franchises cost vary widely, depending on the franchise you open. This is due to the equipment, construction, inventory and other expenses necessary to start the business.

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Culinary Cues

MAY 19, 2021

It’s interesting how people look forward to retiring from their careers – something that they spent maybe 50 or more years of their life doing. It is also confusing to see how many can do so without a thought or regret. For me – not so much. I miss that.

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Culinary Cues

DECEMBER 30, 2019

I have the privilege of working with many different restaurants and food businesses. One of the most important goals of any restaurant is dependability and consistency. One of the most important goals of any restaurant is dependability and consistency. Some are very successful, while others are hanging by a thread.

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Restaurant365

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

Restaurant forecasting is so critical, especially now when 2022 could possibly be as unpredictable as 2020 and 2021. Forecasting implications affect inventory and labor spending, so you must forecast to accurately predict what your labor cost is going to be and what your restaurant inventories are going to look like.

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Clover - Restaurants

APRIL 25, 2024

Since restaurant staff typically can’t afford the time and effort to dig through a recipe box during the evening rush, the design and storage of your recipe cards is critical to running an efficient kitchen. Read on to learn about how to create recipe card templates that maximize both employee efficiency and customer satisfaction.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 10, 2021

While your restaurant may feature a diverse menu, delicious food, a great ambiance, and excellent customer service, you will still struggle to build a customer base without promoting it. The fact is that running a successful restaurant is more than just offering good food and good service. Let’s start with a simple ingredient.

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Culinary Cues

JULY 6, 2020

As cooks start to, or at least hope to, begin settling into kitchen life again, it seems appropriate to reiterate those standard rules of thumb that everyone must abide by. We should not confuse principles with rules of conduct, or polices and procedures – principles go so much further than that – they are not dictated, they are embraced.

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Bingage

JANUARY 28, 2023

Introduction In the Restaurant business, Customer feedback is an essential tool for improving customer satisfaction. According to a search, 93% of customers find that customer service is necessary when deciding whether to visit a restaurant or not. How often do you dine at our restaurant?

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