7 Shifts

AUGUST 20, 2020

Now is the time when your restaurant can experiment with and implement new technologies to help reduce costs, improve margins, and stay safe during COVID-19. With features like automated scheduling, time tracking, and analytics reporting, labor management software can help your restaurant reduce its labor costs.

Technology 293

Technology Mobile Ordering Dietary Restrictions Cash Management 293

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

While this type of disruption hinders the customer experience, it can also be costly in terms of operations. Process Payments for Non-Cash Transactions In a digital age, a lot of people use cards instead of cash – but they can't do that if your POS system isn't working. What's the Solution to this Risk?

POS 204

POS Front of House Cash Management Online Ordering 204

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 30, 2024

Typical restaurant KPIs involve monitoring costs around food, labor and supplies, pricing adjustments, table turnover rates during peak periods, customer wait times, promotion effectiveness, brand sentiment on review sites, and training completion rates. Define the one or two KPIs most critical for your top growth goals.

Leadership 199

Leadership Small Business Cash Management Customer Experience 199

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

In today’s tech-driven world, customers and workers alike expect a seamless payments experience wherever they go. With the restaurant industry facing an ongoing labor shortage , it’s more crucial than ever to offer your staff the best experience possible, which includes optimizing their payments experience.

Technology 120

Technology Cash Management Customer Experience POS 120

7 Shifts

MARCH 31, 2021

Will you provide a casual or fine-dining experience? While you’re at that, think about your restaurant’s floor plan and design and incorporate that as it will impact the customer experience. Your market analysis should depict who your customers are and why they would prefer your restaurant over the others. Target market.

Cash Management 370

Cash Management Document Customer Experience Customer Service 370

7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

It also requires money to open a restaurant and build it out, buy equipment and finance the operation until it reaches break-even. Customer Analysis : discuss the types of customers you will attract and serve. Management Team : document your team and why they have the experience and expertise to make your restaurant a success.

Document 394

Document Cash Management Small Business Take-out 394

Culinary Cues

DECEMBER 30, 2019

The following provides some “food for thought”, maybe even a “look in the mirror” checklist for those who are drifting away from those initial goals. [] THINKING THEY CAN MANAGE THROUGH OTHERS. Even when the owner is present – he or she must depend on the consistent interactions between customers and the restaurant’s employees.

Cash Management 266

Cash Management Point of Sale Leadership Website Management 266

7 Shifts

MARCH 10, 2021

There are many reasons why a restaurant fails — no industry experience on the part of the owner, poor location, not enough operating capital — but the main reason is a lack of planning. 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.

Management 370

Management Management Small Business Email Marketing 370

7 Shifts

JANUARY 23, 2020

This advice were submitted by owners and managers of restaurants of all sizes, concepts, and locations in the forthcoming 7shifts Restaurant Labor Management Study in 2020 ( subscribe to get your copy when it’s published!). Thoroughly research restaurant costs (operational, labor, equipment, etc.)—both Manager, Mercato Italiano.

2020 335

2020 Hiring Cash Management Education 335

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

Events like the Super Bowl bring an influx of cash to establishments of all sizes, some of which might not have the right cash logistics system in place. When managing an influx of cash, there is an increased chance of risks for cash mismanagement. Identify the amount of time you and your staff spend handling cash.

Cash Management 186

Cash Management Recycling Transportation Sports 186

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 5, 2022

The reasons for the accelerated growth of this idea, the contribution of POS to these kitchens, the display systems to make the operations easier, and the automated operations used in the inventory as well in the kitchen for easy food management- are some of the ideas that will be discussed in the following paragraphs.

Online Ordering 192

Online Ordering Point of Sale Website Management Inventory 192

7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

Delivery, scheduling, inventory management, reservations, and guest management have seen technological advancements over the past few years, and it's just the beginning. Customers are demanding online and mobile ordering, and modern restaurant tech makes it more accessible for every restaurateur. Restaurant Task Management.

Technology 370

Technology Front of House Social Media Back of House 370

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

We hope you enjoy your dining experience with us. For now, restaurants are using AI (Artificial Intelligence) and ML (Machine Learning) to streamline operations and improve customer service in a much less tech-savvy environment. AI can assist restaurants in optimizing how they manage and operate menus to increase margins.

Front of House 207

Front of House Mobile Ordering Loyalty Program Back of House 207

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 1, 2023

Is your restaurant up to speed with the latest best practices for back of house (BOH) management? Those areas of your restaurant that aren’t typically seen by customers but directly impact your business. So, which back of office trends should restaurant ownership and management be concerned with heading into 2023?

Front of House 169

Front of House BOH Back of House 2023 169

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 16, 2023

Many food and beverage establishments have seen success with technology — such as contactless options, automation to support changing workforces and innovative customer loyalty strategies — in their endeavors to meet the demand for safer and more convenient dining experiences. Gone are the days of cash-only transactions.

Loyalty Program 167

Loyalty Program Mobile Ordering Dietary Restrictions Point of Sale 167

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 30, 2022

Restaurants, like California’s Squeeze-In , have adopted Yelp Kiosk for a self-serve waitlist feature for customers, allowing walk-in customers to add themselves to the digital waitlist, view live wait times and receive “table ready” notifications.” Redefining the Role of the Manager. Simplicity Is Key.

Technology 204

Technology Front of House 2023 Cash Management 204

7 Shifts

OCTOBER 31, 2022

The management team. Management team. Include a headshot, quick bio, and list of relevant experience. This covers the customer base you're hoping to appeal to, your position in said market, and what you'll do to catch people's eyes. Who is your target customer? Your market position and competitive advantage.

Point of Sale 398

Point of Sale Back of House Document Download 398

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

To recruit new talent and alleviate strains on current staff, restaurant managers are looking for new ways to streamline their operations and enhance the employee experience. A mobile employee experience has now become table stakes in seamlessly recruiting, onboarding, training and managing staff.

Cash Management 209

Cash Management Employee Relations Recruiting Healthcare 209

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 17, 2023

Mobile Order Applications Mobile smart order apps for waiters help to speed up the service and manage the orders right at the guest’s table. A mobile order app will enable the clients to conduct restaurant management and delivery systems automatically, faster, and completely online with the help of new innovative solutions.

Mobile Ordering 203

Mobile Ordering Cash Management Online Ordering Front of House 203

EATER

APRIL 10, 2024

Wonder controls the entire experience, from recipe to fulfillment, and the company has spent $60 million so far on intellectual property — recipes and restaurant concepts — from its partner chefs. Customers place orders on the Wonder app for delivery or pick-up. It wasn’t a wholly unusual request.

Delivery 141

Delivery Cash Management Point of Sale Back of House 141

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 10, 2022

Restaurants must keep innovating to elevate the diner experience. While increasing grocery costs could lead some consumers to eat out instead , it’s clear that restaurants need to do more to justify higher prices and improve the customer experience. It’s a tough time to be in the restaurant business.

Customer Experience 185

Customer Experience Online Ordering Customer Service Mobile Ordering 185

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 1, 2020

Last year, one of the first brands to go cashless, Sweetgreen, changed its policy to accept cash at all its locations. The quick-service restaurant (QSR) started accepting cash after Amazon confirmed it would take cash payments in all of its previously cashless Amazon Go stores. To eliminate cash is to eliminate customer choice.

Cash Management 169

Cash Management Mobile Ordering Fast Casual Employee Relations 169

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 5, 2023

This is great news for restaurants, but they should also be prepared for an influx of customers coming with their most special guests, and expecting nothing but a prime customer experience that will pamper their mothers.

Mobile Ordering 167

Mobile Ordering Online Ordering Customer Service Customer Experience 167

7 Shifts

JANUARY 26, 2021

The big chains and national brands may be more well equipped than independents to embrace the evolving industry, but independents can thrive with a bit of strategy. 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.

2021 370

2021 Front of House Social Media Back of House 370

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. Instead, you can reach a compromise in your menu.

Social Media 213

Social Media Food Safety Cash Management Kitchen Safety 213

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 4, 2020

Nowadays, though, owners and managers unable financially to bring back their full complement of staff are relying on the technology to facilitate almost everything with a food order, except make it. A survey by marketing firm Impact found that 54% of customers who had a negative purchase experience share it with at least five other people.

Cash Management 194

Cash Management 2003 Mobile Ordering Customer Service 194

Crunchtime

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Historically, operators have relied on paper checklists and field management teams to roll out and enforce their standard restaurant operating procedures and as part of their retail operations management. Standard restaurant operating procedures help staff and leadership do their jobs better and ultimately, make customers happier.

Operations 78

Operations Audits Cash Management Food Safety 78

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 9, 2022

Understand customer cravings and business needs through data. Consider tapping into the treasure trove of customer information your POS platform contains. For instance, use spend and non-spend data to gain deeper insight into what guests value so you can focus efforts on driving repeat visits with customized loyalty offerings.

Front of House 192

Front of House Point of Sale POS Cash Management 192

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked experts for their thoughts on trends and challenges that will affect the restaurant industry in 2023. We will continue to evaluate tech solutions and find what best enhances the Fogo experience for both our guests and employees. For part one, click here.

2023 193

2023 Loyalty Program Mobile Ordering Customer Experience 193

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 5, 2020

As restaurants adjust their protocol to safely reopen, contactless experiences will be important in preventing the spread of this infectious disease. But after the coronavirus swept through the nation, touch-free transactions have spiked, likely because we are collectively realizing how easily germs can spread via cash.

Fast Casual 205

Fast Casual Online Ordering Cash Management Mobile Ordering 205

The Rail

APRIL 4, 2024

These movers have extensive experience with commercial relocations and are well-equipped to move your bar fixtures and alcohol inventory safely. Keeping the Flame Alive with Your Clientele A significant concern during relocation is maintaining a strong bond with your established customers.

Bar 52

Bar Customer Experience Email Marketing Customer Service 52

Goliath Consulting

JUNE 30, 2020

With widespread concerns of a pandemic rebound, customers will now be more cautious of eating out in crowded places after the COVID-19 outbreak. And clearly, online delivery will start to become an indispensable part of the dining culture as customers dine-in less. Tech for Touchless, Contact-Free Dining. Employee Health.

Kitchen Safety 139

Kitchen Safety Food Safety Front of House Back of House 139

Mad Mobile

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Instead, investing in new processes can streamline your eatery and cut costs while increasing efficiency and improving your customer experience! With CAKE on your side, your staff can focus on giving customers the royal treatment! Our mobile POS also makes the customer experience a smooth and enjoyable experience.

Ordering 52

Ordering Fast Casual Mobile Ordering Customer Service 52

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry insiders for their views on trends. With more options to work outside of the hospitality industry, operators must offer employees more scheduling flexibility, facilitate transparent communication between management and team members, and avoid overworking staff.

2022 178

2022 Food Supply Back of House Kitchen Safety 178

7 Shifts

DECEMBER 3, 2019

Instead, you’ll have to look to those with experience and knowledge of how to expand a franchise. Consider looking to: Banks Merchant Cash Advances Angel Investors Friends & Family Additionally, you should be ready (and willing) to front a good amount of your own money to expand your franchise.

Franchise 368

Franchise Franchising Audits Point of Sale 368

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 25, 2021

The team also launched Scan to Pay and Scan to Order solutions that enable customers visiting physical restaurant locations to use menus, order food, and pay for their bill through an entirely touchless experience. Is there any resistance to contactless now? How do you see contactless payments evolving?

Mobile Ordering 245

Mobile Ordering Online Ordering Small Business Customer Experience 245

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 1, 2020

With new health and safety guidelines and constantly-evolving regulations, restaurant owners are faced with unique challenges to continue delivering a positive dining experience to customers. And while the pressures of the pandemic continue, customer loyalty can play a role in whether or not restaurants will sink or swim.

Loyalty Program 204

Loyalty Program Customer Experience Point of Sale Employee Relations 204