Culinary Cues

JULY 29, 2024

So, when others invest so much time in bashing the field, restaurant life, owners and even customers, I get incredibly irritated. Who wants to hear about all the great things that we experienced working in the restaurant business? Who wants the family heirlooms?” “Who

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7 Shifts

JULY 30, 2021

With plenty of restaurants to choose from, you want to make sure yours stands out from the rest. You may have the finest ingredients, the friendliest staff, and a picture-perfect venue, but if your restaurant isn't getting noticed, all that hard work will go to waste. Share how it's made!

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Culinary Cues

JANUARY 8, 2021

We all knew that the restaurant industry was in need of a structural overhaul, we (those of us affiliated with the business) were well aware of the cogs in the chain, and the years of rust that had accumulated on systems and organization, but it took the pandemic of 2020/21 to shout out: THE TIME IS NOW! Such is the case in 2021.

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Culinary Cues

MAY 4, 2022

To get to where they were in that moment took everything they had and now was the time when they should not only relish the feeling of accomplishment, but also not let down their teammates, their coaching staff, the fans, or themselves. It took a lot for you to get to this point. Here you go!

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ChowNow

FEBRUARY 11, 2020

If you’ve taken a look at Grubhub’s app lately, you may have noticed an immense amount of new restaurants available for online ordering. After all, the delivery giant more than doubled what they call their “restaurant inventory” in the past quarter. What are the prices for a Grubhub order from a non-partnered restaurant?

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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.

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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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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 5, 2022

These platforms are gaining popularity among people who wish to dine with their families at home and still wish to enjoy the flavor and quality of restaurant food. These platforms are gaining popularity among people who wish to dine with their families at home and still wish to enjoy the flavor and quality of restaurant food.

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7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Learn how to write a killer restaurant mission statement to be among the select few that can. Restaurant mission statements matter whether you're opening a restaurant or refreshing your brand. And others have no clue how to write one. Here's how. Restaurant Mission vs. Restaurant Vision Statements.

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Customer Service Fast Casual Customer Experience Back of House 370

Social Hospitality: Restaurants

MAY 18, 2020

Anyone who runs a hotel or restaurant is a salesperson. It’s thus critical to learn sales skills and translate them into practices appropriate for your industry. If it’s the peak of the season, you compete with all local restaurants and hotels. Treat these people well, so they will treat your customers well.

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Culinary Cues

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

Mediocre sucks the lifeblood out of an individual or an organization – it is the dark side of the moon, the harbinger of discomfort and pain, and the salt in the wound that saps your energy and leaves you hardened and embarrassed. The big misconception is: “You get what you pay for”. Is this where you want to be?

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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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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 28, 2020

Shake up your quick serve restaurant (QSR) and fast casual dining marketing response with voice response via smart speakers and voice assistants. When cell phones got smart, they became the shiny new technology toy. Now it’s smart speakers, which are proliferating like crazy. Voice makes it the ultimate hands-free experience.”

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Harbor Touch

MARCH 18, 2025

Running a restaurant is a demanding job. One day youre juggling staff schedules. The next youre racing to keep inventory stocked while customers wait for tables. Weve worked with countless restaurant pros whove faced these challenges head-on. Lets get started and help your restaurant thrive any year.

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Culinary Cues

JUNE 4, 2021

Get over it, be in the moment, concentrate, push aside that dark cloud and be positive! In some cases, there is no excuse; some people are just miserable by nature and they use the limited power of their position to make everyone around them miserable – I get that. That may seem like a copout, but it is true.

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Café Take-out Blog Training 450

7 Shifts

JULY 10, 2020

Restaurants took a major hit from COVID-19 in 2020, with sales dropping by 79% in mid-March. If your restaurant was forced to shut down during the worst of the pandemic, then you’re not alone. Here’s how to plan your restaurant’s grand opening (or re- opening) to get back to business with a bang.

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7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Working in a restaurant is something more than 11 million people in the United States do. It's one of the most hands-on jobs you can have - and equips employees with an abundance of restaurant skills as a result. Plus tips for writing a killer restaurant resume to get the position in the first place.

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Front of House Back of House Kitchen Safety Food Safety 370

Goliath Consulting

MAY 19, 2020

And while a little competition never hurts, continuing investments in your catering program will be paramount to your business’s success. Here are four strategies you can use in your existing catering business to gain a competitive edge in the crowded catering landscape. by Bora Kang. EXPLORE NEW CATERING VERTICALS.

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Culinary Cues

MARCH 9, 2021

We have all heard the phrase: “If you can’t stand the heat – get out of the kitchen”. Those who have held a station position on the line know what it’s like to feel sweat run down your back, chef hats soaked at the end of the night, feet swollen from the heat, and dinner plates almost too hot to handle.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 2, 2020

For additional resources, click COVID-19 Survival Guide for Restaurants and MRM Restaurant Survival Guide, Second Course and MRM Restaurant Survival Guide, Part Three. The National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation has launched the Restaurant Employee Relief Fund to support U.S. state or territory.

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Culinary Cues

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

Separating the good from the great becomes more difficult when your competition is seeking to do the same. Average or better than average, good enough, acceptable, not bad, and fine are not terms that inspire loyalty, enthusiasm, or lines waiting to get in. Is this where you want to sit or where you want your restaurant to be?

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Culinary Cues

JUNE 6, 2020

This is a job that has always required you to be on your game, to be able to zig and zag, solve those little problems that crop up every day, finding your pace, organize your station, and respond with syncopation and confidence when those orders start to roll off the printer. Somehow you are nervous – why is that?

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Culinary Cues

APRIL 9, 2024

You know the feeling and you shake your head thinking back to those moments. You thought you were good, a solid line cook or prep cook, a couple years of experience under your belt working in a busy restaurant. So, you applied for a job at one of the best restaurants in town, a place admired by all.

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7 Shifts

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Working in a restaurant, bar, coffee shop, or any place that serves food & drink is a fast-paced, always-on career. You're constantly required to think on your feet, making quick and informed Decisions to keep your business running smoothly. Common Scheduling Mistakes and How to Avoid Them. ????‍??

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7 Shifts

MARCH 27, 2020

The uncertainty of how long these closures could last is frightening. We’ve created this COVID-19 restaurant closure guide to help restaurateurs like you navigate these difficult times. Here are some things to think about before you shut your doors. Check our guide below to see what COVID-19 restaurant laws apply to you.

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Social Media Restaurant Law Employee Relations Communication 312

Social Hospitality: Restaurants

AUGUST 8, 2021

It’s noticeable from a young age. A child that can barely walk or talk will naturally get drawn to other children playing. Teenagers get pressured into doing things by their friends. Make your restaurant stand out online by using social proof as the foundation of your digital marketing strategy.

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Culinary Cues

DECEMBER 4, 2020

From the perspective of the chef who reigns in charge of the restaurant where Joe works – this young line cook is an ideal employee. If you are working in the restaurant business then this story will ring true. The chef is either oblivious to or avoiding what everyone else in the kitchen knows – Joe drinks with reckless abandon.

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Customer Service Take-out Café Education 492

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. Check your schedule.

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7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

Before restaurants can record a profit, they need to take several expenses into account—inventory, kitchen equipment, building utilities, and of course, labor. What is Restaurant Labor Cost Percentage? Benefits (Health Care, Employee Discounts, etc.).

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Management Management Employee Relations Restaurant Law 253

Embrace the Suck

MARCH 29, 2019

” If someone said that to you right now, how would you feel? The word obsession gets a bad rap. However, when it is focused like a laser it will give your brand an edge that few can touch. You want some obsession in your life starting today ! No one wants to hear about your drama or self imposed limitations.

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The Restaurant Group

MAY 25, 2025

Online Reputation for Small Restaurants is critical to attract customers and build trust. Managing how people see your business online can mean the difference between success and struggle. This includes responding to reviews, correcting details about your business, and keeping your digital presence positive.

Social Media 78

Social Media Customer Experience Customer Service Small Business 78

Social Hospitality: Restaurants

MAY 18, 2020

Anyone who runs a hotel or restaurant is a salesperson. It’s thus critical to learn sales skills and translate them into practices appropriate for your industry. Create Special Offers for Customers If it’s the peak of the season, you compete with all local restaurants and hotels.

Hospitality 195

Hospitality Marketing Social Media Hotels 195

Social Hospitality: Restaurants

AUGUST 8, 2021

It’s noticeable from a young age. A child that can barely walk or talk will naturally get drawn to other children playing. Teenagers get pressured into doing things by their friends. Make your restaurant stand out online by using social proof as the foundation of your digital marketing strategy.

Social Media 195

Social Media SEO Influencer Magazine 195

Indoor Media

JULY 27, 2017

When you own a growing restaurant, every day you strive to create a friendly atmosphere and be a part of your customers’ daily routines or perhaps even lifelong memories. To continue doing what you love, you need to stay on top of the latest in your industry and ways to increase profits. Nation’s Restaurant News.

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Blog Marketing SEO Website Management 88

Restaurant Engine

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Use it to grow your restaurant by fine-tuning your website. ” So, if you want to light your marketing on fire and grow your business, data analytics is a must. tweet this) We look at what your restaurant website’s data can tell you and how you can use it to drive customers to your restaurant.

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Point of Sale Email Marketing Online Ordering Information 59

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.

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Seating Email Marketing Marketing SEO 221

The Restaurant Group

FEBRUARY 1, 2025

Introduction Managing bad restaurant reviews is crucial for protecting your reputation. A single negative review can influence how customers see your business. If not handled properly, these unfavorable critiques can tarnish your restaurant’s image and discourage potential diners from visiting.

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