THE RESTAURANT MVP
Culinary Cues
JANUARY 13, 2025
Just like in professional sports, it is the collective effort of a focused restaurant team that includes every player from owner to dishwasher that makes this business work.
RESTAURANTS – POLI-ACTIVE / POLI-NEUTRAL
Culinary Cues
NOVEMBER 10, 2024
Television screens presented a mix of sporting events and CNN talking heads, and the smell of grilled meat and batches of beer brewing behind glass walls provided sensory overload. The noise level was high and I’m sure among those present there was some discussion about the election results.
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CHEFS – TRUST THE PROCESS
Culinary Cues
MAY 15, 2025
The process is used in professional sports, in the military, in law enforcement, public speaking, writing, painting, carpentry, and dozens of others. As in the case with many professions, there is a process, sometimes built around tradition and often, proven effective over time. Plain and simple the process works.
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TIRED OF THE NEGATIVITY
Culinary Cues
MAY 22, 2025
Like a sporting team, the kitchen is a tight knit group of individuals who are better as a sum of the parts. [] THE EXCITEMENT: Lets not forget the adrenaline that attracts many young cooks in the beginning. Everyone has a role to play, and the entire group depends on each player performing those duties to the best of their ability.
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Qu’s Winter Product Release Highlights
Qu
MARCH 12, 2025
For example, a coach paying for individual orders placed by a sports team requires staff to manually combine each check, which wastes time and increases the risk of errors. The Value: Managing multiple checks in quick-service environments can be challenging, especially when guests split orders across different payment methods.
Revenue Management Strategies for the Hospitality Industry
Paper Chase Accountancy
JULY 10, 2025
This blog will provide a clear, strategic breakdown of practical revenue management tactics that any hospitality business can apply to significantly enhance its financial performance. Shoulder Season Promotions: Offering incentives like added value (e.g.,
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THE BOTTLE IS THE OCCASION
Culinary Cues
APRIL 17, 2025
PLAN BETTER TRAIN HARDER Work Hard and be Kind Dick Cattani Harvest America Ventures, LLC Restaurant Consulting www.harvestamericacues.com BLOG (Over 900 articles about the business and people of food) CAF Talks Podcast [link] More than 90 interviews with the most influential people in food
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KITCHEN GROUPISM VS. TEAM
Culinary Cues
MARCH 3, 2024
There are plenty of examples of real teams in sports, business, music, the military, law enforcement, medicine, and those kitchens where success is a given. Their unified work, and deep understanding that support individual and team “stakes in the ground” is the fuel in their engines – what pulls them together and drives them forward.
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A CULTURE OF QUALITY
Culinary Cues
APRIL 30, 2023
It is accepted in professional sports, like in so many other aspects of life: “You get what you pay for.” Whether a sporting team, tech company, banking institution, institution of higher education, or a restaurant – investment in this culture should be first and foremost. But I wonder – is this true?
YOUNG COOKS – CREATE YOUR FUTURE
Culinary Cues
JUNE 3, 2024
Leave that for professional sports. PLAN BETTER – TRAIN HARDER Harvest America Ventures, LLC Restaurant Consulting www.harvestamericacues.com BLOG (Over 800 articles about the business and people of food) CAFÉ Talks Podcast [link] More than 80 interviews with the most influential people in food Am I following my roadmap?”
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THE GREATEST THREAT TO AMERICAN RESTAURANTS
Culinary Cues
AUGUST 4, 2022
I am reminded of those scenes on the sidelines of a sporting event when one team seems deflated, when they succumb to their feelings of hopelessness and as a result fail to perform as they could and should. www.harvestamericacues.com BLOG. Everything counts in a value formula. Let’s do this before it’s too late. Restaurant Consulting.
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THE BEST PATH TO CHEFDOM
Culinary Cues
MAY 13, 2023
Oftentimes, clubs and resorts can support a separate department whose job it is to monitor all of these controls. [] LEARN THE CHAIN OF COMMAND Just like in the military or on a professional sports team – organization and respect for such is paramount to success. This is very apparent in clubs, resorts, and hotels.
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THE MISUNDERSTOOD CHEF
Culinary Cues
JULY 23, 2023
Like a passionate sports figure who speaks boldly, rallies the team, points out those who are not carrying their weight, or shows anger when they personally have failed to be great – so too are many chefs cut from the same cloth. It does not justify hostile environments that are void of empathy, calm, and a teaching attitude.
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TECHNOLOGY AND RESTAURANT CULTURE (part two)
Culinary Cues
MAY 27, 2023
In restaurants, you may not find the time for structured sporting teams, but you can plan an occasional “team day” outside of work. When you create opportunities for interaction, pulling people out of their technology fueled silos, then great things can happen.
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10 Inspirational Hospitality Industry Stories During COVID-19
Social Hospitality: Restaurants
MAY 6, 2020
Since opening in 2011, the Omni Hotel in Dallas’ 23-story façade has been a regular subject for photographers, thanks to dynamic light shows, timely sports shout-outs, or advertisers looking to brand our city’s iconic skyline. Omni Hotel Dallas: Inspiring with Words. Balboa Bay Resort: Bringing the Experience Home.
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A BAROMETER OF CHANGE FOR AMERICAN COOKS & DINERS
Culinary Cues
JUNE 16, 2020
You remember as a cook – the job that you did was never boring, filled with adrenaline, creative, and at its core – a dynamic team sport. www.harvestamericacues.com BLOG. We need to put loads of energy into bringing that back. Let’s bring back the enthusiasm and the energy – this is the lifeblood of a vibrant restaurant business.
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8 Reasons Why Restaurant Workers Quit (And How to Retain Them)
7 Shifts
JUNE 3, 2022
Learn more about how Kelly McCutcheon and her team established Hopdoddy's core values in our blog post guide, and listen to Kelly on the podcast here. If you want something done, find time to recognize when it's being done and scream it from the rooftops,” says Chris Williams, Director of Brand at Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux.
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Seasonal Staff Playbook: Hiring, Training & Retaining Great Teams
Hot Schedules
MAY 10, 2021
E very sports team has a series of plays – running plays, passing plays, defensive plays and so on. Stadium and other sport event venues have a front row seat to these plays – and to what happens when the right talent gets on the field and execute. Seasonal Staff Playbook: Hiring, Training & Retaining Great Teams. Related Posts.
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COVID-19 Resources for Restaurants
Modern Restaurant Management
APRIL 14, 2020
” The experts at Parts Town authored a blog post for independent restaurants about how to transition toward delivery. " "As a small business owner these unprecedented times are very overwhelming," said Rick Fernandez, owner of 3N1 Sports Bar & Grill in San Diego. "Cox
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Best Fall Beers from Our Industry Experts
Bottleneck Management
OCTOBER 24, 2020
This beer is best while doing anything active and watching sports. Both are best while watching sports and being with friends outside. You can also view more beverage-related topics on our blog. Bridget Dunham – Senior National Account Manager – Beam Suntory. Rich, comforting, and a great mouthfeel for the Modelo.
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How to Write the Perfect Restaurant Mission Statement: Guide + Examples
7 Shifts
SEPTEMBER 10, 2021
Sublime Brew offers genuine coffee experiences by providing guided tours of their roastery and an online resource, in the form of ebooks and blog posts about coffee, to satisfy Jane's desire (and people like Jane) to learn more about coffee. Sports Bars/Pubs. Sublime Brew is more than just a coffee shop offering tasty coffee.
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Why Blogging Can Benefit Your Restaurant and Bar – Part II
Island Media Management
MARCH 13, 2016
There are just a handful of owners who have added a blog to their website to build a reputation in the community where they operate, as well as promote the food and drinks that they offer. 5 Other Great Benefits of Having a Blog. Adding social media sharing buttons to every blog that you publish is one of the best things you can do.
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Why Blogging Can Benefit Your Restaurant and Bar – Part II
Island Media Management
MARCH 13, 2016
There are just a handful of owners who have added a blog to their website to build a reputation in the community where they operate, as well as promote the food and drinks that they offer. 5 Other Great Benefits of Having a Blog. Adding social media sharing buttons to every blog that you publish is one of the best things you can do.
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10 Inspirational Hospitality Industry Stories During COVID-19
Social Hospitality: Restaurants
MAY 6, 2020
Omni Hotel Dallas: Inspiring with Words Since opening in 2011, the Omni Hotel in Dallas’ 23-story façade has been a regular subject for photographers, thanks to dynamic light shows, timely sports shout-outs, or advertisers looking to brand our city’s iconic skyline.
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Content Marketing For Your Bar: Where To Start?
Next Restaurants
MAY 12, 2021
Or, if your bar is connected to sports , let your participants win a ticket for an event. There are numerous ways you can achieve effective content marketing, from blog posts to video ads and social efforts. People love free things, especially when there is little to no catch. Be Prepared for Holidays.
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Local Marketing Strategies to Increase Diners
Restaurant Engine
OCTOBER 14, 2020
Similar to the local television option, you provide either a written blog or video content for their food blogs. To make a great deal, offer the food blogger coupons for free meals in exchange for a presence on their food blog. It might also be that they’ll let you blog on their website in exchange for a small fee.
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IN PURSUIT OF THE CARROT
Culinary Cues
JANUARY 23, 2023
No one – I repeat – NO ONE – will ever be excited about a business (sporting team or restaurant) with lackluster goals, or none at all. There are many parallels between sports and what we do in restaurants. The most exciting and attractive businesses begin with BIG, BODACIOUS GOALS of WINNING!
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I am Fourth
Hot Schedules
MAY 25, 2021
Read More Seasonal Staff Playbook: Hiring, Training & Retaining Great Teams Every sports team has a series of plays – running plays, passing plays, defensive plays and so on. I am Fourth. Stories of the teams and individuals that make Fourth such a unique place to work for.
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The Commercial Catering ‘shake up’ is here and been brewing for a while – what 2022 holds
Future Food
NOVEMBER 30, 2021
Smokehouse – sports bar with craft beer and ‘smoked’ dishes. Additional Comments on this blog. Bistro 1886 – a Felix inspired restaurant in the Members' Pavilion. Vinnie's Pizza – deep dish-style. So we can better understand our readership and tailor our articles accordingly what industry do you work in? Do you have an article request?
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29 Restaurant Marketing Tips To Win Your Market
Sling
JULY 4, 2021
Then, like the video you shot, display them on all your social media channels, on your website, and in your blog posts. 11) Start A Blog. Starting a blog is a great restaurant marketing tip that can pay huge dividends over time. Or do you cater to the sports-wings-and-beer crowd? 20) Brag About Your Staff.
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Why Culinary Programs Fail
Culinary Cues
MARCH 15, 2021
Cooking is a team sport! Developing and presenting ways of enhancing their degree through continuing education, on-line resources, short training videos, and other communication pieces such as blogs and a resource center that students might contact once they graduate is a great way to become a partner in student success.
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PROUDLY SIGN THAT PLATE
Culinary Cues
AUGUST 26, 2024
THINKING THAT EATING IS A CONTACT SPORT How many can you eat, how big of a steak, how fast can you get it down, how much better or faster are you than the person sitting across from you. Make sure the guest can taste the primary ingredient instead of trying to figure out how far up the Scoville Scale they were able to climb.
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Spring Break Travel is in the Forecast: How to Attract Tourists to Your Restaurant
Restaurant365
MARCH 3, 2022
Make sure your employees are experts on local sites, cultural events, music festivals, sporting events, and more. If you offer delivery, leave menus behind for guests who prefer to dine in their rooms after a long day of site seeing. Arm your staff with local knowledge. Promote yourself online.
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Restaurant Promotion Ideas: Increase Sales With These 6 Campaigns
Indoor Media
NOVEMBER 23, 2017
Read more about customer loyalty in our blog. Learn how to make a business account in our blog, How to Use Social Media to Promote Your Restaurant ). Also, show sporting events that would be popular in your community then offer discounts on food, always a great way to bump up the per-person total value. Social Media Advertising.
Safe Distancing Tech and a Farewell to Foam
Modern Restaurant Management
MAY 12, 2020
" In a blog discussing the unique challenges faced by restauranteurs, Sullivan referenced polls indicating that going to restaurants is the thing people most want to do as soon as their local shelter-in-place restrictions lift. "We're all looking forward to repaying that favor with many happy returns to the restaurants we love."
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6 Tips on Becoming a Successful Bar Manager
Focus POS
NOVEMBER 20, 2019
From tiki bars to sports bars, bar managers face unique challenges to run a successful establishment and keep guests happy. In this role you’re tasked with everything from managing staff, developing relationships with distributors, maintaining proper inventory, and keeping customers.
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How to Become a Restaurant Server
360Training
JANUARY 14, 2020
Waiting tables is a team sport. The post How to Become a Restaurant Server appeared first on | 360training.com Blog. If you have a knack for handling people regardless of their mood, you’ll probably excel at the job. People skills will also come in handy towards your coworkers. Physical stamina is a must.
The Top Brooklyn Heights Restaurants To Eat At This Week
Restaurant Clicks
DECEMBER 9, 2021
View this post on Instagram A post shared by New York Burger Blog (@nyburgerblog). Like any good pub, they cater to game lovers and cast the most popular sports events. On my list of the best restaurants in Brooklyn Heights is the kind of place to indulge in decadent twists on diner favorites. Order Online. Grand Canyon. Order Online.
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OUR DAILY BREATH: HOW WILL WE RE-CREATE THE CULTURE OF DINING OUT?
Culinary Cues
APRIL 9, 2020
We celebrate our sporting teams wins and losses over food and drink – without the restaurant there is less opportunity for this to define our tribes of support. www.harvestamericacues.com BLOG. Think about the important aspects of our lives that have relied on restaurants as a vehicle for people to get together. Remember the TDE.
POSist Analyzes Restaurant Industry Sentiments In PRIME Report Middle East Edition
The Restaurant Times
OCTOBER 27, 2021
Besides, other popular sporting events like T20 World Cup 2021, FIFA World Cup 2022, and Abu Dhabi Grand Prix are also going to attract tourists and sports fans from across the world. Others rely on digital marketing, e-newsletters, influencer marketing and blogs. The Most Pressing Concerns Of Restaurateurs In Present Times.
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7 Proven Restaurant Marketing Ideas You’ll Wish Someone Would Have Told You Before
Bingage
AUGUST 9, 2019
Suppose a grand event is happening nearby your area, like any sports festival, dance carnival or any other with a huge audience. The post 7 Proven Restaurant Marketing Ideas You’ll Wish Someone Would Have Told You Before appeared first on Bingage Blog. Leverage a grand local event.
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3 Ways Food Trucks Can Book More Catering Gigs
Lavu
DECEMBER 4, 2019
Listings on Google My Business. Reviews of your business on Google. Citations and Link Building. Avoid Black Hat SEO procedures. Optimizing your site for portable use. Having a steady blog. . Provide helpful information on your blog and continue to update the information consistently to get customers coming back for more.
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Food & Hospitality Restaurant Openings & a Taste of What Was 2020
Future Food
DECEMBER 15, 2020
Bar 83 opened at Sydney tower (83 floor of course) sporting a 70’s retro red and gold vibe with expansive views over Sydney. Additional Comments on this 'Taste of What Was 2020' Blog. So we can better understand our readership and tailor our articles accordingly what industry do you work in? What would you like to know more about?
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Retain Restaurant Employees with These Six Hiring Tips
Restaurant365
SEPTEMBER 18, 2020
For example, people with sports backgrounds generally have a strong work ethic because they’re forced into situations where they have to compete. Hiring an applicant without a strong work ethic and no drive will be a drain on your restaurant operation and your other employees.
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