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Back of House, Yet Front-Facing Priority – Restaurant BOH Trends to Monitor in 2023

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Is your restaurant up to speed with the latest best practices for back of house (BOH) management? Everything from decreasing food waste to exploring how automation can increase revenue for small business restaurants is related to BOH procedures. Here are some back of office trends to watch for in 2023.

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18 Restaurant Manager Interview Questions to Assess Leadership and Operational Skills

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How do you handle unexpected challenges, such as equipment failure or supply shortages? How do you maintain smooth communication between FOH and BOH staff? How do you handle unexpected challenges, such as equipment failure or supply shortages? How do you maintain smooth communication between FOH and BOH staff?

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Lessening Employee Anxiety as Restaurant Doors Open

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Most of the same applies to the health of BOH as well. based manufacturer, distributor, and marketer of advanced Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Assure them you have done absolutely everything to ensure a safe environment and that their health is your priority. Even though they have ?less

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Preventing Burnout Culture: The Role of Effective Restaurant Managers

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Food industry managers should maintain regular check-ins with their FOH and BOH team members, providing constructive feedback and actively listening to employees' concerns. This sets a positive example for the FOH and BOH alike. Communication Open and honest communication is essential in preventing burnout.

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Restaurant Staff Training 101

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Back-of-house (BOH) staff, including chefs and kitchen assistants, will focus more on food safety, food handling, and kitchen equipment use. Our program includes resources for creating a job post, evaluating candidates, and equipping new hires with the skills they need for their roles.

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Can AI Address Labor and Food Safety Challenges?

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What do you envision restaurants of the future will look like, both in BOH and FOH, in regard to robotics? While our primary focus is on the back-of-house (BOH)—from food preparation to cleaning—we foresee that labor shortages and rising minimum wages will continue to challenge the industry.

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Boosting Guest Satisfaction Through Faster Staff Responses

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When FOH and BOH teams are in sync, turnover flows naturally without making guests feel rushed. The right metrics can show where communication is slipping and what’s working well. KPIs That Signal How Well Teams Are Communicating Table Turnover Rate This tracks how quickly tables are cleared and reset.