Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 31, 2025

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features news of dramatic Valentine's Day shift, best food scenes, and the evolution of c-store foodservice. restaurants and retailers are facing a challenging 2025, according to a recent presentation by Fitch Ratings at the 2025 ICR Conference. .

Marketing 221

Marketing Loyalty Program 2024 2025 221

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 1, 2020

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features COVID-19 crisis statistics and surveys about third-party delivery, guest expectations, QSR reliance and more. dine out more often to fulfill basic needs and gravitate toward drive-thru and take-away options associated with QSR and fast casual.

2020 479

2020 Food Safety Fast Casual Guest Recovery 479

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Ike’s Love & Sandwiches is ranked #12 on Fast Casual’s Movers and Shakers 2021 list. Ike’s appointed industry veteran Adam Rinella as Vice President of Development to help the booming fast casual brand reach even more markets. Rinella is skilled in bringing restaurant ideas into reality. in Lawton on September 7.

Franchise 471

Franchise Franchising Food Fast Casual 471

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 9, 2020

parent company of fast-casual restaurant chain The Habit Burger Grill, for approximately $375 million in a cash transaction. “As a fast-casual concept with strong unit economics, The Habit Burger Grill is a fantastic addition to the Yum! and will continue to be managed by Russell Bendel, president and c.e.o.,

Fast Casual 282

Fast Casual Customer Service Online Ordering Employee Relations 282

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 15, 2020

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features Grubhub's State of the Plate 2020 trend report, the fragility of "open," di g ital resilience and brand intimacy. on-premise at present. Financial Trends Insights. Data Security Cannot be Forgotten in the Delivery Economy.

2020 487

2020 Mobile Ordering Point of Sale Food Supply 487

EATER

MAY 23, 2022

Nashville hosts more than 16 million tourists each year, and at present, nearly 100 people are moving to Music City, U.S.A. In addition to the fine dining imports, the city is also welcoming casual concepts from other cities, like Dallas’s Velvet Taco and NYC’s Black Tap. But why Nashville? And why now?

Hotels 264

Hotels Fine Dining 2021 Tourism 264

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 24, 2020

The transaction marks the addition of the first fast-casual concept to Yum! Brands acquired all of the issued and outstanding common shares of The Habit Burger Grill for $14 per share in cash or a total of approximately $375 million. Brands’ portfolio of global restaurant brands. family,” said David Gibbs, CEO, Yum!

Food Supply 253

Food Supply Kitchen Safety Food Safety Cash Management 253

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. The drive-thru feature is a first for the fast casual brand, which has previously focused on eat-in cafés and kiosks. Allen Named CEO at Checkers & Rally's.

Franchise 305

Franchise Franchising Fast Casual Point of Sale 305

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 16, 2019

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features the great gift of a restaurant gift card, learning about event professionals, top QSR traffic and digital ordering strategies. Additionally, turnover rates for restaurant employees and managers continue to be at all-time highs. First, at 2.1

2019 322

2019 Compost Mobile Ordering Online Ordering 322

Lavu

OCTOBER 13, 2023

For example, a casual restaurant usually has a higher turnover rate. Efficiently manage reservations: Ensure that the booking system is organized and avoids overbooking to prevent delays in table turnover. Use technology, such as a restaurant management software, to track who chose to reserve a table, and manage waitlists effectively.

Seating 174

Seating Mobile Ordering Customer Service Online Ordering 174

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. Later, in 1969, he accepted a job at Southern Wine and Spirits of America as General Sales Manager of Wine to develop the wine operations of the Company.

Brewery 348

Brewery Design Food Supply Equipment 348

Lavu

MAY 30, 2025

You need to carefully manage your spending and reduce restaurant overhead costs whenever you can. You can cut these costs by offering a cash discount program. A cash discount program avoids credit card processing fees by rewarding customers for paying in cash. It allows both restaurants and customers to save.

Cash Management 78

Cash Management Online Ordering Waste Inventory 78

EATER

MAY 9, 2023

Ria Osborne Take it from us: Filling up during cocktail hour is the move As much fun as weddings can be, it isn’t a given that every wedding is going to present you with your idea of a good time, or even a good meal (we’ve all heard or experienced a catering horror story or two). Plus, you’ll get more face time with the couple.

Food Order 243

Food Order Catering Cash Management Certification 243

Lavu

NOVEMBER 11, 2019

Not accepting cash eliminates the risk of thefts and reduces crime rates in general. The fifth time the Park Café & Coffee Bar in Baltimore, Maryland, was held up at gunpoint, the owner decided to remove the cause: cash. In an interview with Fast Company, Neman expressed confidence in a future that’s cash-free. “We

Cash Management 101

Cash Management Point of Sale Fast Casual Café 101

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 12, 2020

Contactless Order & Pay provides operators with a safe, contact-free solution for in-service experiences, helping them manage labor costs and keep their employees safe. Lead information, conversation history, and all other social engagements are easily managed across all locations in a single, centralized platform.

Mobile Ordering 376

Mobile Ordering Online Ordering Food Order Hospitality 376

Sling

APRIL 2, 2023

We’ll answer those questions in this article and introduce you to an app that can help you manage your workforce better. Those classes are casual and structured. Casual Casual incentives stick to no set schedule and can be given to an employee at any time as a reward for reaching goals or exhibiting outstanding performance.

Cash Management 78

Cash Management Loyalty Program Casual Specials 78

Black Box Intelligence

MARCH 10, 2020

While casual dining’s YOY dine-in comp sales in Texas improved by almost 11 percentage points compared with the previous week, the improvement for fast casual and quick service were a much lower 3.4 Upscale casual improved beverage by 3 percentage points and fine dining by an industry leading 14 percentage points.

Point of Sale 124

Point of Sale Guest Recovery Fine Dining Fast Casual 124

Open for Business

MARCH 1, 2023

A general manager might also wear a restaurant’s sommelier hat. The cost of living in a specific area factors into the going rate for a job, and salaries at fast casual restaurants differ dramatically from those in fine dining. The cashier runs the cash register, processes payments, and interacts with customers.

Cash Management 78

Cash Management Front of House Fast Casual Fine Dining 78

Black Box Intelligence

AUGUST 24, 2021

Black Box Intelligence and Snagajob joined forces to unpack trends driving the labor shortage and present data-driven solutions. For seated casual dining, you’ll need one server for 5 – 6 tables per shift and 4 back-of-house staff per 50 tables. Download The Post-Pandemic Restaurant Employee: Who Wants to Work and Wh y.

Guest Recovery 98

Guest Recovery Back of House Point of Sale Customer Service 98

Restaurant Clicks

FEBRUARY 17, 2020

POS systems essentially function as cash registers , but with better technology and tracking. Inventory management. Menu management. Reputation management. Table management. TouchBistro has an easy-to-use, intuitive interface, but it also comes with 24/7 support and training so that employees can easily manage it.

POS 84

POS 2020 Point of Sale Loyalty Program 84

Lavu

MARCH 27, 2020

The words “restaurant management system” rarely cause excitement. While service and food remain the most important parts of driving your business, your restaurant’s management system is what keeps it running smooth and healthy. Restaurant Management Is Evolving Rapidly Too. A Historical Look at the Evolving Restaurant.

Point of Sale 78

Point of Sale Front of House Mobile Ordering Online Ordering 78

Open for Business

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Information in this article is presented “as-is” and may not constitute the most up-to-date information. Your pro forma and your capital requirements budget will help determine how much working capital you need based on when your restaurant is projected to generate positive cash flow.

Back of House 78

Back of House Restaurant Law Small Business Email Marketing 78

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 11, 2025

This surge in off-premise orders forced restaurants to optimize their operational workflows, from kitchen management and packaging to delivery logistics. Furthermore, digital tools for inventory and labor management became crucial for navigating supply chain disruptions and staffing challenges.

Mobile Ordering 418

Mobile Ordering Kitchen Safety Fine Dining Food Safety 418

Apicbase

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Touchbistro , 2024) Another factor, perhaps less alarming, but constantly present regardless of macroeconomic challenges, is employee theft , which accounts for 4% of annual revenue loss in the restaurant industry. Touchbistro , 2024) 83% of restaurants accept mobile wallets as payment methods in addition to cash and cards.

2024 52

2024 Operations 2023 Loyalty Program 52

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features news of how restaurants are a saving grace for malls, the economic impact of Taylor Swift in town, and how influential reviews can be. Inflation (or the increased costs of goods and services) is still a top pain point for operators (15 percent).

2024 221

2024 Point of Sale Mobile Ordering Consumer Goods 221

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 4, 2020

. “They’ve had to basically adapt and change their entire business model,” says Yang Yang, an associate professor in the School of Sport, Tourism and Hospitality Management (STHM) at Temple University. Good management of online reviews can make a difference. Beauty care, SPA, and fitness center. Shopping malls.

Loyalty Program 364

Loyalty Program Online Ordering Consumer Goods Fast Casual 364

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 20, 2021

But it’s worth remembering that while some people have cash in their pockets and want to treat themselves, many have been hit financially by COVID-19 and will be more cautious. Another growth area could be packaged cocktails, said Andrew Hummel, CGA’s client solutions manager. ” The State of Casual Dining.

2021 474

2021 Guest Recovery Online Ordering Point of Sale 474

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 27, 2020

Most people do not want to order in person or by calling if they have an alternative, and by integrating pickup with delivery orders our restaurant partners have a complete picture to more efficiently manage their operations." This is a game changer in quick-serve and fast casual restaurants."

Catering 305

Catering Mobile Ordering Customer Service Food Order 305

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 19, 2020

This singular focus has allowed Bloom to create a world class enterprise analytics and marketing platform that saves at-risk customers, builds and manages online reviews, while increasing customers’ frequency. Document Management & Search — Easily store, search, and access invoices from anywhere. Shake Shack Inc.

Food Safety 362

Food Safety Customer Experience Website Management Employee Relations 362

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 28, 2020

KitchenAid brand presents "A Woman's Place," a documentary short, now streaming on Hulu, place clip at top. James Beard Foundation Mentorship, presented by KitchenAid, is designed to empower and engage a network of culinary leaders. in a management role at the Officers’ Club. 20, 1955, and served in the U.S.

Allergens 364

Allergens Kitchen Safety Guest Recovery Customer Service 364

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 28, 2020

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry experts for their opinions on what we can expect in 2021. Rick Camac, Dean, Restaurant & Hospitality Management at ICE (Institute of Culinary Education). all present new usage occasions which will be as valuable as any new product in the near future.

2021 497

2021 Kitchen Safety Food Safety Mobile Ordering 497

EATER

JANUARY 5, 2022

He offers, for example, TGI Fridays, a casual chain that has national recognition but little presence in densely populated American cities. Most businesses presented their cost-cutting or logistics-organizing services as a boon, especially to independent restaurant owners who are still struggling due to the pandemic.

Food 361

Food Mobile Ordering Online Ordering Food Order 361

EATER

JUNE 12, 2023

It ticks off all the boxes for what embodies a diner: history, casual service, family-run, community-oriented, and, most importantly, simple but fantastic food. The meat and three is a staple around the South — like sweet tea or tossing out a casual “bless your heart.” Serena Maria Daniels Courtesy Diner Multiple Locations in St.

Back of House 279

Back of House Seasonal Menu Food Order Dine-in 279

EATER

OCTOBER 13, 2020

Despite its issues-driven programming, the foundation’s Restaurant and Chef Awards have become both its crown jewel and cash cow. For instance, the awards currently focus heavily on geographic diversity, but categories don’t distinguish between casual and fine dining restaurants, or different types of cuisines. Perhaps they should.

Social Media 264

Social Media Employee Relations Leadership Email Marketing 264

Black Box Intelligence

JUNE 12, 2020

Ignorant workers and management. Upscale full-service restaurants were among the fastest to adapt, exemplified by this review left for an upscale casual chain: . One of the biggest themes present in recent restaurant reviews is the topic of masks. We got turned down for a reservation by the look of our skin.

Consumer Goods 131

Consumer Goods 2020 Food Safety Dine-in 131

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 31, 2019

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry insiders and experts for their insights on what will impact restaurants in 2020 and the response was overwhelming. Rick Camac, Dean of Restaurant & Hospitality Management at the Institute of Culinary Education.

2020 345

2020 Kitchen Safety Consumer Goods Food Safety 345

Black Box Intelligence

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

QSR, fast casual and casual dining improved the most (improved sales growth by 1.9 Sales growth in fine dining and upscale casual also eroded during the week. . Fast casual and casual dining sales remained flat compared to the previous week. . In January of 2020, a multi-unit manager was assigned to 7.5

Fast Casual 98

Fast Casual Guest Recovery Point of Sale Fine Dining 98