7 Shifts

MARCH 10, 2021

A successful business plan covers everything from the food you’ll serve to how your restaurant will look and how you want your customers to feel. This process includes focusing on your daily finances , such as cash flow, payroll, and inventory. Effective marketing brings your restaurant to the attention of new and existing customers.

Management 370

Management Management Small Business Email Marketing 370

Lavu

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics July 2023 Job Openings and Labor Turnover Summary , the number of job openings in the food services and drinking places industry was 1.9 This means that there were 600,000 more job openings than hires in the food services and drinking places industry in July 2023.

Loyalty Program 166

Loyalty Program Front of House Mobile Ordering Customer Service 166

Culinary Cues

AUGUST 28, 2020

COMMUNICATION. As much as communication is always the number one criticism of those on the receiving end – it will be even more so during times of crisis. Communicate profusely with your business guests – use all of the mediums available and make the communication positive and uplifting. CREATING A BUZZ. CREATING A BUZZ.

Social Media 436

Social Media Communication Loyalty Program Training 436

7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

As a restaurant owner, you know how difficult it is to win a customer's attention and make them keep coming back to your restaurant. Consumer-facing industries like food & beverage see more short-term purchases based on emotional triggers—which means maintaining a healthy bottom line becomes a challenge without a dedicated customer base.

Email Marketing 195

Email Marketing Loyalty Program Social Media Point of Sale 195

7 Shifts

JANUARY 26, 2021

With mobile ordering, there are no menus to pass out and back around, no germed-up credit cards to swipe, and no cash to handle. For fast-casual and quick-service restaurants—no more lines. If you’re not sure what your customers are looking for, don’t be afraid to take to social media and ask them.

2021 370

2021 Front of House Social Media Back of House 370

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 5, 2020

Ordering could be as simple as having a widget on your website that collects orders, to something more complex such as developing an app for your restaurant, or integrating a third-party app vendor or SMS technology into your process. It’s a unique time and space to own or manage a food service business.

Fast Casual 208

Fast Casual Online Ordering Cash Management Mobile Ordering 208

Get Beyond

JANUARY 4, 2024

What’s more, consider sharing some or all of your mission with customers. Regarding strategy, the messaging can help current and future customers get to know you better and help you stand out. But, with the new year beginning, now is a great time for a refresher on customer service. Here’s why.

2024 52

2024 Small Business Cash Management Email Marketing 52

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry insiders for their perspection on 2020: What lessons did you learn and what do you feel the restaurant industry learned this year? The traditional media channels that brands have relied on, such as TV and radio, suddenly weren’t reaching their customers.

2020 180

2020 Online Ordering Fast Casual Point of Sale 180

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 21, 2020

The news may raise concerns for both customers and operators alike because it’s no secret just how contagious COVID-19 can be in public places. With less inventory and even fewer customers coming in, we recommend that you widen your margins and revamp your offerings. Offer Safe and Contact-Free Services.

Social Media 215

Social Media Food Safety Cash Management Kitchen Safety 215

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 16, 2021

Most of our customers don’t start out wanting to take on a full restaurant POS upgrade. Two-Way Text Communication with Guests. Multi-channel, Responsive Customer Support. On-the-Fly Menu Management. Two-Way Text Communication with Guests. Multi-channel, Responsive Customer Support.

POS 110

POS Mobile Ordering Online Ordering Cash Management 110

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 31, 2020

Leading restaurants are teaming up with tech brands in order to offer their customers a better service, but many remain unaware of retail’s unique security challenges. A few months back, several Tim Hortons locations were forced to shut down after a computer virus infected cash registers at more than 1000 stores.

Website Management 203

Website Management Retail Small Business Online Ordering 203

Ken Burgin

JULY 9, 2022

It also flows through to the quality of service and care of customers. Short points about your commitment to honesty and hard work, plus care and respect for customers and for the staff. Approachable management: someone in authority who staff can talk to if they notice things aren’t right.

Point of Sale 60

Point of Sale Cash Management Website Management Audits 60

Indoor Media

JULY 8, 2021

If a customer sees an ad that suggests your business has a special “half-off all food during happy hour” deal, and then they come to your restaurant and find that the deal only applies to french fries…they’re not going to be too happy, and they probably won’t come back to your business. Truth in advertising is of crucial importance.

Advertising 148

Advertising Social Media Consumer Goods Cash Management 148

Ken Burgin

AUGUST 6, 2022

Effective crisis planning and management is a must. Can we all be expert crisis managers or are some people better at it than others? Thinking ahead, backup, clear policies and documentation are the key to good management and efficient operations. If and when –it hits the fan, what is your communication plan ?

Kitchen Safety 88

Kitchen Safety Cash Management Equipment Front of House 88

Lavu

DECEMBER 12, 2022

A POS system is used to process transactions, store data about transactions, and provide many other features that help a business owner manage the operations and sales at their store. Take Orders Does your business need a quick way to record customer orders with little effort? iPad POS systems can run on just an iPad.

POS 60

POS Point of Sale Mobile Ordering Cash Management 60

EATER

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

As QR codes, app-based service, and robotic servers become more and more common, that makes the job tougher for the humans working alongside them This story was originally published on Civil Eats. Things could sour quickly, and the customers often left frustrated and hungry. Shutterstock.

Mobile Ordering 118

Mobile Ordering Customer Service Food Order Online Ordering 118

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 14, 2020

To add resources to these guides, reach out to Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine Executive Editor Barbara Castiglia at bcastiglia@modernrestaurantmanagement.com with news. This new site is a one-stop hub of critical information for restaurants, employees, customers and industry partners. MRM Restaurant Survival Guide Updates.

Online Ordering 212

Online Ordering Back of House Customer Service Small Business 212

BNG Point of Sale

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

POS System Vs Cash Register: What’s The Difference? . A cash register, at its most basic level, is designed to record the transactions of sales that occur in a store.-for POS System Vs Cash Register . POS stands for point of sale, and it is a sale software suite that manages money, inventory, and business transactions.

POS 52

POS Cash Management Point of Sale Loyalty Program 52

BNG Point of Sale

OCTOBER 13, 2021

They offer a wide range of hardware and software options to aid in everything from sales to management to accounting. Real-time, easy-to-change readings of stock, pricing and customers and employee statistics improve sales performance. Customer-facing display screen. Cash register/drawer. Touchscreen terminal.

POS 52

POS Loyalty Program Point of Sale Cash Management 52

The Rail

JUNE 19, 2023

One strategy that can be particularly impactful is to build a customer-centric brand. By making the consumer the key point of focus, your restaurant can not only survive but thrive in an industry where customer satisfaction and loyalty are keys to longevity. A truly customer-centric restaurant brand reflects this.

Dietary Restrictions 59

Dietary Restrictions Customer Experience Social Media Customer Service 59

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 27, 2020

To add resources to these guides, reach out to Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine Executive Editor Barbara Castiglia at bcastiglia@modernrestaurantmanagement.com with news. Best practices for calculating cash flow. How to create engaging social media content to stay connected with customers. Tips for pivoting to retail.

Webinar 197

Webinar Mobile Ordering Loyalty Program Online Ordering 197

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 27, 2020

To add resources to these guides, reach out to Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine Executive Editor Barbara Castiglia at bcastiglia@modernrestaurantmanagement.com with news. Best practices for calculating cash flow. How to create engaging social media content to stay connected with customers. Tips for pivoting to retail.

Webinar 185

Webinar Loyalty Program Online Ordering Social Media 185

Next Restaurants

MAY 26, 2020

The news may raise concerns for both customers and operators alike because it’s no secret just how contagious COVID-19 can be in public places. People that may have been loyal customers in the past may also be looking forward to cheaper options. That does not mean you have to alienate your current customer base.

Webinar 90

Webinar Social Media Food Safety Cash Management 90

The Food Corridor

MAY 7, 2020

Whatever you decide to do, the first step is to activate communication channels with your customers to let them know what’s going on. Offer high margin dishes that your most loyal customers love. Build your menu around what your best customers repeatedly order and optimize it for maximum efficiency. Delivery Logistics.

Delivery 98

Delivery Food Online Ordering Email Marketing 98

SpotOn

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Establishing a rapport with the customer, finding out their needs, and pointing out the solutions your business offers are elements that some people find easier than others.  Such proficiency in customer interactions is a rare skill. Managing remote businesses adds an additional layer of complexity to retail recruitment.

Recruiting 52

Recruiting Retail Point of Sale Small Business 52

The Restaurant Times

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

When it comes to restaurants, especially, guests search for locations that offer unique food, a comfortable ambiance, and only the best customer service. Additionally , 20% of customers who shop at pop-ups decide to do so to share experiences. . What will you be offering that is new and attractive to customers? .

Marketing 52

Marketing 2023 Email Marketing Social Media 52

Goliath Consulting

MARCH 2, 2019

These partnerships brought a critical cash influx to the restaurant to support purchasing and planning expenses while capitalizing on joint marketing to promote our brand and increase customer awareness. These combined strategies eliminated walk-out tabs, reduced service bar drink times, and minimized bar comps.

Events 104

Events Cash Management Email Marketing Outdoor 104

ChefMod

OCTOBER 6, 2021

But, how have they managed to stay up and running so far? Furthermore, the pandemic has eliminated the need for salespeople, forcing many operators to heavily rely on website/app focused shopping. New products in the market and relevant nutritional data can easily and effectively be communicated online, with the help of photos.

2021 52

2021 Email Marketing Front of House Cash Management 52

Next Restaurants

OCTOBER 9, 2019

Your point-of-sale (POS) system should evolve as your customer base transitions into more of a “cashless society.” A bulky or slow legacy system will prevent your business from creating a positive customer experience, so keep up with the business world as it changes. Personalized experience Enhanced outreach.

Customer Experience 61

Customer Experience POS Mobile Ordering Point of Sale 61

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 25, 2020

To add resources to these guides, reach out to Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine Executive Editor Barbara Castiglia at bcastiglia@modernrestaurantmanagement.com with news. " The Coronavirus Response Kit includes templates to help restaurants communicate these rapid changes. Customers have been really generous."

Online Ordering 115

Online Ordering Insurance Mobile Ordering Website Management 115

Sling

JANUARY 22, 2021

In this article, the restaurant-management experts at Sling give you the pros and cons of tip pooling so you can decide if it’s good for your business. Many managers wonder how they can sort the money fairly to reward the different levels of work done by employees in different parts of the restaurant (e.g., What Is Tip Pooling?

Tip Distribution 78

Tip Distribution Front of House Cash Management Customer Experience 78

Sling

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

In this article, the workforce management experts at Sling discuss some of the best employee appreciation ideas you can use to show your team you care. Whether you manage a team face-to-face or online through the internet, productivity is the issue of the day (not to mention being one of the keys to your team’s success).

Cash Management 78

Cash Management Communication Website Management Hiring 78

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 17, 2020

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features consumers' dining desires, the power of personalization and the untapped opportunity in localized marketing. Execution will play a pivotal role in building customer trust and ensuring today's diners remain loyal."

2020 197

2020 Loyalty Program Mobile Ordering Fast Casual 197

MBB Hospitality

MAY 24, 2021

This article shows you how you can use NFC technology to bring your restaurant into the 20th century with some brand new customers. There was a time where you pulled out your wallet, either to get at the various pieces of plastic inside or to get some cash whenever you paid for food. Convenience Equals Loyal Customers.

Technology 52

Technology Point of Sale Mobile Ordering Cash Management 52

MBB Hospitality

MAY 24, 2021

This article shows you how you can use NFC technology to bring your restaurant into the 20th century with some brand new customers. There was a time where you pulled out your wallet, either to get at the various pieces of plastic inside or to get some cash whenever you paid for food. Convenience Equals Loyal Customers.

Technology 52

Technology Point of Sale Mobile Ordering Cash Management 52

EATER

MAY 22, 2020

And the majority now offer at least some kind of additional sick leave, even if the details of those programs aren’t always successfully communicated to employees. Breaks are longer, and every other cash register is left empty to allow space between workers. That policy went into effect May 4. They got it, but it took eight days.).

Employee Relations 145

Employee Relations Food Safety Website Management Social Media 145

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 12, 2022

To keep up with changing consumer preferences, operators noted that their top areas of investment in 2022 include mobile ordering (54 percent); delivery services (47 percent); technology such as new POS digital signage or other in-store tech (45 percent); and alternative payment methods (37 percent). "Consumers Payment options expanding.

2022 215

2022 Mobile Ordering Guest Recovery Point of Sale 215