EATER

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

What replicating a cocktail party from Martha Stewart’s first book taught me about Martha, and the good life The first time I remember being aware of Martha Stewart was when a childhood friend told me about a T-shirt she saw in a store window. Entertaining is a weird book. It read, she giggled, wide-eyed, “I want to be Martha.

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Paper Chase Accountancy

JUNE 24, 2025

Remarkably, recent statistics reveal that 60% of hospitality businesses, including hotels and restaurants, don’t have a dedicated Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Effective hiring practices and partnerships can improve financial management and align financial goals with operational objectives.

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Paper Chase Accountancy

MAY 29, 2025

Is it not time we recognize the pivotal role outsourced accounting plays in the success of restaurant groups? Uncover the depth and breadth of the benefits that restaurant groups can enjoy from this often overlooked business strategy. It enhances compliance with tax laws, ensures accuracy, and provides timely financial reporting.

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SpotOn

JULY 15, 2025

It can help some people build confidence, especially if you’ve never worked in the restaurant industry before or are nervous about mixing drinks.   Have you ever worked in the restaurant industry?   If you’ve worked in restaurants before, you’re already ahead of the game.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features news of Drinksgiving and Thanksgiving trends, FSR challenges, and "out-of-the-box" dining habits. The annual report surveys 600 independent full-service restaurant (FSR) owners and operators from across the U.S.,

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has intensified its focus on industries that employ large numbers of undocumented workers, and restaurants remain a top target. Let’s explore past ICE enforcements against restaurants and, most importantly, what you can do now to protect your business.

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Paper Chase Accountancy

JULY 3, 2025

In the fast-paced, ever-evolving culinary world of London, it’s as if restaurants are still using abacuses instead of calculators if they aren’t utilising professional bookkeeping services. There’s an undeniable significance in meticulous financial management, especially in the restaurant industry.

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Paper Chase Accountancy

JULY 15, 2025

It’s even more pertinent when operating in a dynamic city like Los Angeles, where local tax laws and financial regulations can be complex. Specialized bookkeeping services for LA restaurants ensure accurate tax filings and help avoid costly mistakes. The value of local expertise in bookkeeping can’t be overemphasized.

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7 Shifts

JULY 24, 2020

While you must follow the strict guidelines to ensure the safety of your staff and customers, that’s not to say you can’t take advantage of an empty restaurant to improve your knowledge of restaurant management, running a business, and creating a recipe for success when you eventually get back to business as usual. Published: 2009 ??

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 13, 2020

Restaurants nationwide are facing costly wage and hour lawsuits for failure to comply with federal and state employment laws. In these types of cases, employers run the risk of serious financial penalties, whether their actions are due to ignorance or a willful disregard of the law. Be Proactive. Independent contractors.

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7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Managing multiple restaurant locations is a good challenge to have. But to be clear, multi-location restaurant management is challenging. Whether you’re managing multiple restaurants right now or are thinking about expanding your current business , this guide has everything you need to run more than one restaurant at once with success.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

This an excerpt from Bruce Nelson's Restaurant Management: the Myth, the Magic, the Math. “The laws of nature are but the mathematical thoughts of God.” ” I have come to understand that a lot of people get into the restaurant business under the same notion. Part Three – The Math. Oh yes, the math.

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7 Shifts

JUNE 3, 2022

We don't have to tell you that the restaurant industry has a turnover problem. Restaurants are a transitional industry for many—but many of the reasons that workers quit are entirely preventable. 8 Reasons Why Restaurant Workers Quit — And How To Prevent It. 7shifts Tip Pooling and Distribution Software for Restaurants.

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7 Shifts

AUGUST 2, 2024

Restaurant accounting isn’t easy. Learning basic accounting is like studying a different language, regardless of how many decades you have in the restaurant industry. Learning basic accounting is like studying a different language, regardless of how many decades you have in the restaurant industry. Sounds complicated?

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7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Tipping practices are in constant conversation in the restaurant industry. There have been a number of ways in which restaurant owners have tried to create a more equitable system for employees to earn consistent, fair wages to improve retention. You can't keep up with local labor laws. Table of Contents. What is tip pooling?

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 10, 2022

Learn why it is important to implement restaurant safety tips to help reduce the risk of injury for these seasonal workers and throughout the entire year. For most teenagers and young adults, summertime means a break from the books and long hours of studying. Seasonal Jobs and Restaurant Injuries in the Summer.

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7 Shifts

JULY 16, 2021

In this guide, we'll go through everything you need to open a new coffee shop, from market research to buying coffee to hiring the best team. Staffing: Find, Hire, and Schedule. See why 500,000+ restaurant pros choose 7shifts for scheduling and team management. Table of Contents. Coffee Shop Concepts. Research the Market.

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7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Hiring and retaining staff has always been a challenge for businesses in the food industry. over the past decade, keeping employees in restaurants has become increasingly difficult. High turnover not only disrupts business operations but also leads to increased costs and time spent on hiring and training new staff.

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7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 19, 2019

Every great restaurant has many parts that contribute to its success: delicious food, excellent customer service, an inviting atmosphere, and competent staff. But restaurant management is the glue that holds it all together. With so many responsibilities, running a restaurant can be tricky. What is Restaurant Management?

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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. The law This major decision isn’t entirely up to you. If local laws mandate that you have to shut your restaurant down, then you must comply. Here are some things to think about before you shut your doors.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

A 2023 study by Toast found that 30 percent of staff in the restaurant industry are at risk of leaving in the next two years, highlighting an equally concerning high turnover rate within this sector. To avoid hiring shortcomings, Expert Market recommends business owners focus on implementing effective recruitment strategies.

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EATER

MAY 16, 2024

While some organizations have made strides to provide child care for restaurant staff, easy child care solutions are far from the norm for restaurant workers When Lisa Baptiste worked as a restaurant host, it was a constant puzzle finding someone to watch her 6-year-old Kennard. Because if not, then I would have to leave work.”

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EATER

JANUARY 28, 2022

As a young, lighter-skinned Black woman of mixed heritage, Melton says she was often assigned by her managers to the busiest, most front-facing sections of the restaurant along with her white and young coworkers. Today, One Fair Wage, which represents over 200,000 service workers and 800 restaurant workers, is filing an appeal to the U.S.

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EATER

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Those disparities only worsened during the pandemic, as restaurants closed and the prospect of earning a living from tips became even more precarious. With her newest book One Fair Wage: Ending Subminimum Pay in America , published in the fall of 2021, Jayaraman furthers the movement. Monica Burton. These mailers suggested that U.S.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 28, 2020

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's People & Places column features news of company hires and promotions, charitable efforts and product introductions. Hunter also has plans for a robust dining program in partnership with San Diego’s top restaurants and caterers. Zagat debuted Zagat Stories.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 3, 2023

In a State of the Restaurant industry report, the Natiional Restaurant Association sees a return to normal with predicted sales growth in 2023. Other top research lists how impactful the Super Bowl was for restaurants, the state of gift cards and top pizza cities.

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7 Shifts

JULY 1, 2024

However, note that bar profit margins vary due to various factors like tax rates, licensing laws, customer demographics, and the cost of living in your area. Zoning and health regulations: Get acquainted with your location's zoning laws to know what to do, what permits to get, and what laws to follow.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 21, 2020

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's People & Places column features news of company hires and promotions, charitable efforts and product introductions. Nominees for more than 50 awards categories, including Restaurant and Chef, Restaurant Design, and Media will be announced. Sushi Maki Ocean Tempura.

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7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

If you walked down Valencia Street in San Francisco and polled ten restaurants on how they managed tips , there's a good chance they would each say something different. There are 101 ways to dole out restaurant tips - from percentages to points to whether kitchen staff gets a share. Ji Hye Kim - Chef/Owner @ Miss Kim in Ann Arbor, MI.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 11, 2020

This edition of MRM News Bites features a double dose from US Foods, SpotOn Transact, DoorDash Kitchens, Virtual Restaurant Consulting, Tripleseat and Gather, wagamama, Toast, The Gluten Intolerance Group, Instawork and StaffMate Online, Procurant and Yellofin, Sift, 7shifts, ParTech, Revel Systems and Como, Kabbage, Bluecrew and Cuboh.

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Sling

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

And once you find one, how can you get hired? The only law on the books is the FLSA amendment that limits the workweek to 40 hours. So, if you were hired on with a full-time pay rate of $450 per week, you’ll receive a paycheck for $450 whether you work a total of 35 hours, 40 hours, or 45 hours. 1) Schedule. 4) Benefits.

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Restaurant365

MAY 15, 2020

Approaching restaurant scheduling for your business recovery. As your restaurant reopens with social distancing requirements and capacity restrictions, it’s wise to consider handling delivery in-house to avoid third-party delivery fees and create work for existing employees. Restaurant scheduling tips.

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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. Table of Contents.

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7 Shifts

MAY 1, 2024

Bookkeeping is one of the most essential aspects of any restaurant business. After all, a small, honest mistake can accumulate over time and turn into bigger operational problems— 17% of restaurants even fail in their first year due to mismanagement of finances.

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Sling

OCTOBER 3, 2023

If you’re a restaurant manager, you know it can be tough to schedule your employees around service times and rush periods. Split shift and the busy restaurant Tips for working with split shifts What is a split shift? In a restaurant setting, for example, you might schedule a server from 10 a.m. What is a split shift? to 2 p.m.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 14, 2020

White Castle launched a planned pilot with Miso Robotics – creators of the first autonomous grilling and frying kitchen assistant, Flippy – to accelerate the adoption of artificial intelligence and robotics in the restaurant industry. DoorDash Supporting Black-Owned Restaurants.

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Sling

JANUARY 21, 2021

Fair workweek laws may be coming to your city or state very soon. At the very least, fair workweek laws will have a significant impact on how your business operates, particularly when it comes to scheduling and when your employees work. What Are Fair Workweek Laws? How exactly would these laws affect your business?

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