Culinary Cues

SEPTEMBER 26, 2020

We all know the challenges facing restaurants right now – there is little benefit in reiterating the problems. What needs to be addressed is: “ How do we build trust among customers, trust that the restaurant will keep them safe, and how do we generate enough sales and in turn – profit, to keep the operation moving forward?

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7 Shifts

APRIL 20, 2020

This comes at a time where restaurants everywhere are struggling to make ends meet as dining areas are closed and social distancing efforts are in full-swing—leaving restaurateurs to pivot to delivery or takeout, or temporarily close their doors. What does my restaurant get? What does my restaurant get? Why is this important?

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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. In this blog, we will discuss the various facets being utilized to enhance the entire operation of the ghost kitchen efficiently.

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Restaurant365

AUGUST 19, 2020

Successful restaurant owners and operators don’t just provide great food. The people piece of the puzzle can be challenging for restaurants. Because of the complicated nature of human resources (HR) and the sprawling regulations surrounding payroll, HR and payroll can be a recurring headache for restaurant owners and operators.

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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. Even when the owner is present – he or she must depend on the consistent interactions between customers and the restaurant’s employees.

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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. Instead, let’s look at some of the common reasons why restaurants fail (this is only a sampling).

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Hot Schedules

APRIL 7, 2020

The HotSchedules + Server Life COVID-19 Live Blog. HotSchedules and Server Life have partnered to provide resources, news, updates for restaurant employees impacted by the COVID-19 crisis. N o industry has been more impacted by the COVID-19 crisis than the restaurant and hospitality industry. Click here to learn more.

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7 Shifts

MARCH 10, 2021

Successful restaurant owners have many traits in common. Here we've outlined seven practices of highly successful restaurant owners. The fact that 60% of restaurants fail in their first year and 80% close within five years of their grand opening is an indication that few have what it takes for long-term success.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 25, 2020

Those are profits many brick-and-mortar restaurants would look at with envy. His goal is to open a physical location for his restaurant, something he hopes to accomplish in the next year. Why did he opt for a food truck instead of a restaurant—and how did he achieve success so quickly? Lower start-up expenses.

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Restaurant365

JUNE 2, 2020

You can’t run a restaurant without employees, which means that processing payroll is an essential task for restaurant owners, operators, and managers. For restaurant owners and operators, the first step in understanding your payroll is to familiarize yourself with the basic concepts, regulations, and responsibilities.

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Culinary Cues

APRIL 3, 2020

As you move through IDEATION that will help to define what your restaurant concept, menu, systems, and staffing will look like as we eventually move out of this crisis, it is just as important to discuss and plan for the things that can go wrong. Assuming that it can’t happen to you is at best naïve, and at worst – tragic.

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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. Live in the U.S.,

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7 Shifts

MARCH 27, 2020

We’ve created this COVID-19 restaurant closure guide to help restaurateurs like you navigate these difficult times. If local laws mandate that you have to shut your restaurant down, then you must comply. If your state considers restaurants non-essential, then you must shut down for the time being.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 14, 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 and What’s Next?: MRM Restaurant Survival Guide Updates.

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The Restaurant Group

APRIL 18, 2025

What is Restaurant Accounting? Simple Definition of Restaurant Accounting Restaurant accounting is the process of recording, analyzing, and interpreting financial data for a restaurant. How is Restaurant Accounting Different from Regular Accounting? Its simpler and often used by small restaurants.

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Restaurant365

AUGUST 21, 2020

Successful restaurant owners and operators don’t just provide great food. The people piece of the puzzle can be challenging for restaurants. Because of the complicated nature of human resources (HR) and the sprawling regulations surrounding payroll, HR and payroll can be a recurring headache for restaurant owners and operators.

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7 Shifts

MAY 11, 2020

It’s been months since restaurants across the US, Canada, and beyond were forced to shutter their dining areas in the wake of the COVID-19 outbreak. Plus, as part of our COVID-19 resources initiative , it’s time we pivot our own content to help your restaurant have a successful reopening. I'm so sorry, I'm not doing that anymore.’

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Culinary Cues

JANUARY 11, 2020

Newsletters, bulletin boards, payroll stuffers, email blasts (the average person receives nearly 120 emails every day), and tweets and texts seem to attack our senses with reckless abandon. Restaurant and Culinary School Consulting. www.harvestamericacues.com – BLOG. THE RECIPE PODCAST, CELEBRITY SECRETS.

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Restaurant365

JANUARY 5, 2021

Mercifully, it contains some help for restaurant businesses hurt by the pandemic, with the inclusion of funding for a second round of forgivable loans through the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) for small businesses experiencing significant revenue losses. PPP improvements relevant to restaurant businesses. Good news for restaurants.

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Restaurant365

JUNE 17, 2020

Your restaurant operations include many different expenses, from food and beverage to utilities. However, your labor payroll cost is one of your most significant expenses—and, crucially, a significant expense over which you have control. Understanding labor and payroll cost. Payroll taxes. Employee insurance.

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Hot Schedules

MAY 21, 2020

R ecently, we were fortunate enough to be able to sit down to a virtual chat with two independent restaurant owners who are trying to navigate the re-opening process in the world of COVID. The Paycheck Protection Program, or PPP, is a loan designed to provide a direct incentive for small businesses to keep their workers on the payroll.

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Hot Schedules

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

B etween payroll, inventory, reporting, and more, it’s easy for a manager to get trapped in the back office, sinking under paperwork. Between payroll, ordering, reporting, and a mess of other paperwork, it’s easy for back-office operations to bog down crucial front-office efficiency. The Sinker: Approving Payroll. User Slider.

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Restaurant365

JUNE 26, 2020

While many American businesses have been impacted by COVID-19, the restaurant industry is among those hit hardest. In response, many restaurants adapted to shutdowns across the country by offering drive-through or curbside pick-up, allowing them to remain partially open and serve customers who were sheltering in place.

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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? Payroll Taxes. The amount spent on all labor related costs—including payroll taxes, benefits, etc.—totals totals $81,000.

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7 Shifts

MARCH 16, 2022

A restaurant earns its reputation primarily from two things: its food and its service. That's why it is important to learn how to motivate your restaurant employees. There's more to life than work, so it's important to be respectful of your staff's obligations and interests outside of the restaurant's walls. Be Flexible.

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Hot Schedules

JUNE 25, 2020

We do advise that you ensure your payroll provider has accounted for the new rates so that the next pay period will align. The web app supports managers in their labor and payroll compliance efforts. Predictive Scheduling laws are now in place for six cities and one state, primarily impacting the restaurant and retail industries.

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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. What apps take from restaurants and customers To be sure, delivery apps are convenient.

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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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Hot Schedules

JANUARY 27, 2021

If HR roadblocks or the pains of payroll processing are standing in the way of your business’ performance, it might be time to consider help from a Professional Employer Organization (PEO). PEOs handle employer responsibilities like: Payroll processing and tax filing services. What is a PEO & How Can It Help Your Business?

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7 Shifts

AUGUST 26, 2021

The fast-paced nature of the restaurant industry makes it difficult for owners and managers to sit down, let alone read reports, restaurant magazines and blog posts to gain industry knowledge. Podcasts are an effective way to stay up-to-date on industry trends, and get tools and resources to help you run your restaurant.

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Paper Chase Accountancy

MAY 30, 2025

Sample Bookkeeping for Restaurants and Bars: In the hospitality industry without precise record-keeping, even the most successful establishments can find themselves adrift, struggling with cash flow, compliance, and ultimately, profitability. Bookkeeping is the often-unsung hero, forming the bedrock of smart financial management.

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Restaurant365

FEBRUARY 6, 2020

How to Do Bookkeeping for a Restaurant in 5 Simple Steps. Restaurant bookkeeping involves financial and accounting practices that track your business’ detailed costs and revenue. With the many moving pieces involved in a restaurant, a seamless accounting process can be difficult. Track Your Daily Sales.

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Restaurant365

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

What is the average profit margin for a restaurant can be an essential, but tough, question to answer. Your restaurant profit margin depends on a number of factors that may be beyond your control. . What is the Average Restaurant Profit Margin? The profit margin varies by type of restaurant, as explored below. .

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Hot Schedules

MARCH 4, 2021

As the industry looks forward to getting back to business at full capacity, there’s never been a better time to address how all these changes affect the way we staff our restaurants and budget for labor. Common Hourly Payroll Mistakes and How to Avoid Them. The Importance of Forecasting Agility in Uncertain Times. Related Posts.

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Lavu

JUNE 6, 2025

Running a successful restaurant in 2025 means more than just great food—it requires smart financial decisions. With rising ingredient prices, labor shortages, and tighter margins, operators must find strategic ways to reduce restaurant costs without compromising quality or customer experience. Food cost control is crucial.

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Hot Schedules

APRIL 29, 2020

Breaking Down the Latest HR and Payroll Rules & Guidelines. Helping to answer your questions around new HR and payroll-related funding and guidelines. W ith all the COVID-related news regarding restaurants, it’s not surprising to discover that many people have questions. Re-opening Guidelines Published.

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