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18 Restaurant Manager Interview Questions to Assess Leadership and Operational Skills

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Hiring the right people can make or break your business. What interview questions do you ask when hiring new restaurant employees? How do you maintain smooth communication between FOH and BOH staff? What interview questions do you ask when hiring new restaurant employees?

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Restaurant Staff Training 101

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From onboarding new hires to upskilling existing staff, a comprehensive training program can improve customer service, boost efficiency, and foster a positive work culture. Back-of-house (BOH) staff, including chefs and kitchen assistants, will focus more on food safety, food handling, and kitchen equipment use.

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New Restaurant Technology that Propels Business

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From AI-driven ordering systems to smart inventory tools and contactless dining experiences, today’s innovations are reshaping how restaurants operate, serve customers, and stay competitive. Have you wondered about the possibilities of training new hires without the risks and costs of a normal training session?

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Restaurant Accounting Tips Made Simple: Expert Ways to Boost Profits in 2025

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Even if you hire a professional to handle all the financial aspects of your business, you need to understand what is involved. You probably joined the industry to make delicious food to serve and create a great environment for your patrons. Your main goal may be to serve great food in a great setting. Your accountant.

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Pandemic Reflections: What Lessons Has the Restaurant Industry Learned?, Part Three

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Even though local and state orders prohibiting or severely restricting restaurants’ ability to serve customers and generate and revenue, standard business liability policies did not provide coverage, and many policies had a pandemic exclusion. Restaurants have had to rethink hiring, wages, and benefits to attract and retain talent.

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Top 6 Restaurant Labor KPIs to Improve Efficiency and Cut Costs in 2025

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For a more thorough breakdown, we recommend performing the same calculation for each department: FOH staff BOH staff Bar staff Cleaning staff Delivery staff Management The top two departments to look at are the FOH and BOH. For this, calculate the Number of Guests Served, Per Server, Per Hour.

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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.