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TWENTY COMMON MISTAKES INDEPENDENT RESTAURATEURS MAKE

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These are the restaurateurs who call me up and ask: “My dining room is full, why am I not making any money?”. [] NOT UNDERSTANDING HOW TO PLAN EFFECTIVE MENUS. Every business requires controls in pricing, consistency, quality, and cash handling. Plain and simple – social media IS YOUR MOST IMPORTANT PLATFORM FOR COMMUNICATION.

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2024 Outlook: Restaurant Trends and Challenges, Part Three

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Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry experts for their views on what trends and challenges owners and operators can expect to see in 2024. This trend reflects the growing popularity of drive-thru and fast-casual dining, coupled with the demand for digital technologies such as QSR digital signage and QR codes.

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How Restaurant Owners Can Prepare for the COVID-19 Cold Weather Lull

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With some outdoor dining pilot programs coming to an end as we head into the winter months, tens of thousands of restaurants across the country will be forced to operate at a fraction of typical capacity without added outdoor seating to supplement the loss. Does your dining room layout need a social distance inspired layout?

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Franchise Compliance Guide: Laws + Agreements

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They employ thousands of people and have served billions, and with so many people affected, it's understandable why there are franchise-specific laws and regulations in place. Here's an overview of what franchisors and franchisees need to understand about franchise compliance to ensure a smooth-running, legally-sound franchise. State Law Compliance.

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Table Turnover Rate in Your Restaurant: How to Improve & Seat Incomplete Parties

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Efficiently manage reservations: Ensure that the booking system is organized and avoids overbooking to prevent delays in table turnover. Efficiently manage reservations: Ensure that the booking system is organized and avoids overbooking to prevent delays in table turnover. How to Calculate Table Turnover Rate?

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How to Effectively Sanitize & Clean Your Restaurant

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There’s no right or wrong answer ( although we would recommend promoting your sanitization techniques on social media ), but ensuring that your restaurant is safe for both your customers and staff is an absolute must—especially as dining areas begin to reopen. Here are some guidelines to consider implementing before your next shift.

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Cost Cutting Ideas for Restaurants: Increase Restaurant Efficiency & Reduce Costs With These New Technologies

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They include: Labor management software Order management software Inventory management software Guest engagement software Contactless, mobile payment processors 5 Tools to Use to Increase Operational Efficiency in Restaurants Did you know that 48% of restaurants use three or more tech vendors?