Culinary Cues

MAY 27, 2023

This is not easy since the access to and use of technology and its influential sidekicks: social media and 24/7 news is so universal that nearly everyone sees them as essential to our way of life, but we need to try. Feed it to your staff members and talk about the book while you are engaging in daily tasks.

Technology 418

Technology Front of House Social Media Back of House 418

7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

Your smartphone is your restaurant's media center. It's a full-on media company. Shawn is the host of not one but two podcasts— Digital Hospitality and Restaurant Influencers —and he stopped by ours to talk about creating a media brand out of your restaurant. That smartphone is your media center. Why texting?

Social Media 448

Social Media Hiring Website Management Hospitality 448

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 10, 2021

Book in advance, or wait half an hour for a table. Train your staff to build other taking points. Their online presence on social media platforms can help attract visitors to your website and build awareness of your outlet. If you pull a joker, the meal is on the house. Net result?

Marketing 567

Marketing SEO Front of House Website Management 567

ChowNow

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Email marketing might not be as flashy as social media marketing, but for restaurants, its possibly the most effective way to stay connected with customers. Unlike social media platforms, where the algorithm overlords dictate who will and will not see your posts, emails go straight to your customers inboxeswhich they check daily.

Email Marketing 195

Email Marketing Marketing 2025 Online Ordering 195

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

It should come as no surprise that the world’s first marshmallow café would attract a lot of social media attention. Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked Shanks about the brand's growth, compeition, loyalty, and social media savvy. That goes far beyond responding to their Yelp reviews.

Sustainability 460

Sustainability Social Media Customer Experience Consumer Goods 460

ChowNow

JANUARY 23, 2025

Social media Everyone is on social media , even if every person isnt on the same platform, so youll need to hit each of the major apps like: Instagram Facebook X (Twitter) TikTok Create a buzz with event pages, behind-the-scenes teasers, and countdowns to the big event.

Events 195

Events Seasonal Menu Social Media Customer Experience 195

Culinary Cues

AUGUST 31, 2024

When properly developed and integrated into your operation, the mission statement will impact who you hire, how you train, the products you develop and sell, the way you lead and manage, how employees interact, the way that guests are approached, and how the world perceives you (the business) to be. The mission statement is THAT IMPORTANT!

Customer Service 413

Customer Service Social Media Customer Experience Reference 413

Social Hospitality: Restaurants

MAY 18, 2020

In a world driven by social media and online search, sales tactics are essential to generate revenue. From 2009 to 2017, gross bookings in U.S. Making special offers is one of the classic hospitality training tips that works for any type of business. Follow Social Media Trends.

Hospitality 309

Hospitality Marketing Social Media Hotels 309

EATER

MAY 27, 2025

Yawk Creative Agency Food content creators have amassed devoted followings through the internet, products, and books. Still, some experiences, like taking an overnight train, are new to her too. To be safe, Nguyn does background checks and social media vibe checks of potential attendees.

Food 236

Food Travel 2023 Social Media 236

Culinary Cues

AUGUST 7, 2021

We have a problem right now that seems to be universal and there is no shortage of complaints and posts on social media that proclaim the effects, but little is done to point to active solutions. For a few decades we (the restaurant industry) relied on the media to push the hype about the glory of working in restaurants.

Social Media 474

Social Media Cash Management Blog Equipment 474

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 13, 2021

This cookbook will not only showcase the most popular, favorite restaurants of Napa Valley by including their recipes, but will also benefit them, with 100 percent of the proceeds from book sales going to support these independent establishments. These programs train restaurant, front-of-house staff, including delivery personnel on.

Front of House 367

Front of House Food Safety Certification Social Media 367

ChowNow

MARCH 14, 2025

The best-run restaurants dont leave things to chancethey rely on clear processes, well-trained teams, and smart decision-making to avoid costly mistakes. Effective labor management means hiring the right people, providing thorough training , creating efficient schedules, and building a culture that keeps employees engaged.

Operations 195

Operations Management Management Front of House 195

Culinary Cues

JUNE 7, 2021

This is how competent chefs are made. [] NOT SO SOCIAL MEDIA: Your brand can be easily destroyed through social media. PLAN BETTER – TRAIN HARDER. Your success is within your grasp. Harvest America Ventures, LLC. www.harvestamericacues.com BLOG. Café Talks PODCAST.

Social Media 450

Social Media Communication Café Take-out 450

7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

In addition to scheduling, 7shifts handles staff payroll, tip management, hiring and application management, employee training, and much more. Manager Log Book Synced with 7shifts employee management software, the Manager Log Book is the perfect place to take shift notes on the go and centralize them in one place. Get a Demo 6.

Management 367

Management Management Operations Mobile Ordering 367

7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

High turnover not only disrupts business operations but also leads to increased costs and time spent on hiring and training new staff. Train your managers well In the same survey we did for 1,500 active restaurant employees, nearly half of them mentioned leaving their jobs due to poor management. With an average turnover rate of 79.6%

2024 335

2024 Social Media Insurance Leadership 335

7 Shifts

JUNE 3, 2022

This can be as large as supporting a social mission or as small as a commitment to creating a great place to work. Showcase your core values in your employee handbook, in new-hire training, on your company careers page. Shout staff out on company social media pages like LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, or TikTok.

Tip Distribution 397

Tip Distribution Email Marketing Communication Coaching 397

7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

In addition to scheduling, 7shifts handles staff payroll, tip management, hiring and application management, employee training, and much more. Manager Log Book Synced with 7shifts employee management software, the Manager Log Book is the perfect place to take shift notes on the go and centralize them in one place. Get a Demo 6.

Management 352

Management Management Operations Mobile Ordering 352

Culinary Cues

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

People are social, by nature. Sure, there are those who shy away from social contact, but for the most part we enjoy being around other people, making friends, finding ways to develop relationships, sharing ideas, commiserate, and yes, gossip a little. Suddenly, much of that is lost as the environment of socialization crumbles.

Social Media 441

Social Media Food Safety Small Business Retail 441

7 Shifts

JULY 10, 2020

A seating capacity goal (such as 100% of the allowed seating capacity) or a reservation booking goal A revenue goal—such as a volume number or percentage compared to pre-COVID A follower goal on social media from gaining new interest in your restaurant A return visit goal for diners who return to your restaurant after the grand opening 2.

Events 351

Events Social Media Seating Kitchen Safety 351

EATER

AUGUST 27, 2020

In her role at Simon & Schuster, Davis launched Inkwell Book Club, a national online book club celebrating Black authors. Davis is a vice president at Simon & Schuster, where she founded and now leads 37 Ink, an imprint dedicated to sharing stories from marginalized communities.

Social Media 318

Social Media 2013 Book Back of House 318

Open for Business

OCTOBER 15, 2024

That’s why having a solid restaurant management training program is so important for owners and operators looking to build a successful team. A well-structured management training program equips new leaders with essential skills while promoting ongoing development. Show how to make smart choices when resources are tight.

Training 60

Training Management Management Loyalty Program 60

7 Shifts

DECEMBER 17, 2020

Recommended Reading: How to Boost Customer Retention with Your Restaurant’s Online Marketing Engaging Social Media Accounts ?? It’s essential that your restaurant’s social media presence is one that people want to follow. 12% would publicly defend your business on social media. The second most important?

Loyalty Program 370

Loyalty Program Social Media Email Marketing Customer Service 370

7 Shifts

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Manager log books Even if it’s just a shared cloud document, you need a centralized place for your managers to exchange information. Management log books also cut down on confusion. When customer complaints or employee concerns come up, each manager can get up to speed just by reading the log book.

Management 397

Management Management Email Marketing Reservations 397

7 Shifts

OCTOBER 1, 2024

It starts when they search for a place to eat, often using social media and online reviews to make their decision. For instance, using an online reservation system allows customers to book a table conveniently, saving your staff from having to appease disgruntled customers who were overlooked on the waitlist or turned away.

Customer Experience 397

Customer Experience 2024 Online Ordering Customer Service 397

Culinary Cues

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

So, when you view a drawing, painting, or sculpture; listen to a piece of music; watch a movie or view a play; or read a book – you are encouraged to feel what the artist feels. Add the instantaneous emotional critique through social media and the cook can feel as if every move is ripe for criticism.

Employee Relations 449

Employee Relations Training Fine Dining Take-out 449

Culinary Cues

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

So choose where you want to sit and lets jump on the speculation train. [] NOURISH AND PROVIDE SUSTENANCE: Without a doubt – one of the primary purposes of a restaurant and one that supports the defined needs of a guest is to fill their stomachs. PLAN BETTER – TRAIN HARDER. There may be more reasons, but these are the most common.

2022 477

2022 Food Truck Front of House Merchandise 477

7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Table of Contents Restaurant employee scheduling software Online and mobile ordering systems Point of sale (POS) terminals Restaurant task management Restaurant inventory management software Restaurant audience management Contactless payment options Social media management & metrics Kitchen display systems 1.

Technology 312

Technology Mobile Ordering Social Media Online Ordering 312

EATER

JULY 30, 2020

There’s this idea in food media that it’s somehow easier to cook the food of your culture because you grew up with it or that it’s a part of you,” Martinez tells me. “It Yet the simultaneous compartmentalizing and marginalization of BIPOC in food media goes far beyond one organization or one editor-in-chief. I am not your maman!)”.

Social Media 356

Social Media Employee Relations Magazine Food Order 356

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 19, 2020

They both went through a management training program. As the NBA’s first partner in the on-demand delivery platform category, DoorDash is launching its #PlayItForward Challenge, a new social media campaign designed to unite communities and encourage fans to support Black-owned restaurants. Peter’s two sons, Pete, Jr.

Kitchen Safety 515

Kitchen Safety Loyalty Program Delivery Seating 515

7 Shifts

APRIL 23, 2021

You can link to the page via your social media profiles or on other job boards to bring potential candidates to your site. In his classic book, Setting the Table, Danny Meyer outlined his process for hiring at Union Square Hospitality Group— the 51% solution. Just keep this mantra in mind: prioritize fit, and train for skill.

Hiring 370

Hiring Front of House Back of House Food Safety 370

EATER

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Only recently has Doiron, who’s known across all social media platforms as @justine_snacks, acquired what she calls a “normal” kitchen. She found her way to TikTok in 2020, while she was working in public relations at Discovery, a media company. This is how Justine Doiron — 2.3 Otherwise, she says, it’s “tape for everything.”

Food 286

Food Social Media Point of Sale Book 286

7 Shifts

MAY 11, 2020

Just this last weekend, in the state of New Jersey, parks were opened and beaches were open, and there were a lot of people that just said ‘social distancing? Social distancing and protective equipment ?? Book a demo to learn more. I'm so sorry, I'm not doing that anymore.’ Sanitization and cleaning ??

BOH 368

BOH Food Safety FOH Equipment 368

Culinary Cues

JUNE 13, 2023

The plight of the worker has been immortalized in books, articles, blogs, social media posts, union contracts, songs, and movies for as long as those methods of communication have existed. Of course, I could go on and on. There is, and always has been, a love/hate relationship between worker and employer.

Article 406

Article Social Media Blog Café 406

EATER

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Baking is full of mistakes, but it’s a rare baking book that tells you why, and in doing so encourages you to try, try again. Nahid Joon is alive in every page of this book. There is not much new or innovative in this book, but there is a whole lot of delicious nostalgia.

2024 352

2024 Book Influencer Take-out 352

Social Hospitality: Restaurants

MAY 18, 2020

In a world driven by social media and online search, sales tactics are essential to generate revenue. From 2009 to 2017, gross bookings in U.S. Making special offers is one of the classic hospitality training tips that works for any type of business. Don’t forget about TikTok and other new social networks.

Hospitality 195

Hospitality Marketing Social Media Hotels 195

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 12, 2024

Identifying Bottlenecks and Improved Service Efficiency : Identify how efficiently staff members move between tasks and potential customer service pitfalls, providing opportunities to refine employee training or rectify operational challenges.

Loyalty Program 473

Loyalty Program Mobile Ordering Dietary Restrictions Customer Experience 473

7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 3, 2019

Imagine if you can retain happy employees more often, rather than having to train new recruits every so often. The high-stress, aggressive and sometimes toxic environment is so well known, it's been made a caricature by mainstream media, is everything from Hell's Kitchen to Disney's Ratatouille. On Glassdoor, it has earned 3.5

Sports 284

Sports Training Fine Dining 2017 284