Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 5, 2020

In this edition of MRM News Bites, we feature a lot of tech news, a celebrity-owned virtual dining concept, and the annual Neighborhood to Nation Restaurant Recipe Contest. TouchBistro acquired Boston-based TableUp, a provider of loyalty and marketing solutions for the restaurant industry. TouchBistro Acquires TableUp.

Food Safety 195

Food Safety Mobile Ordering Online Ordering Kitchen Safety 195

Focus POS

JUNE 2, 2020

First and foremost is the strategic recalibration of quick service restaurant (QSR) and fine dining business models. It’s vital to set your QSR or fine dining restaurant up with the tools that will allow you to weather this storm, and any future storm related to COVID-19, other pandemics or disasters.

Technology 187

Technology Fine Dining Mobile Ordering Online Ordering 187

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 7, 2020

In this edition of MRM News Bites, we feature the latest delivery platform consolidation, the release of PPP loan information and ServSafe Dining Commitment. Small Business Administration and Treasury Department released detailed loan-level data regarding the loans made under the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP).

Mobile Ordering 156

Mobile Ordering Restaurant Law Seating Customer Service 156

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

This edition of MRM Research Roundup features Canadian dining trends, American eating patterns, best and worst cities for burgers and pumpkin spice to the rescue. In July, 47 percent couldn't hire enough employees. In July, 47 percent couldn't hire enough employees. Dining Trends in Canada. Hiring Crisis Facts.

2021 165

2021 Loyalty Program Retail Online Ordering 165

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 12, 2022

This edition of MRM Research Roundup features evolving guest relationships, views on restauarant tech, employee desires and wedding trends. 43 percent plan to add an outdoor on-site dining space. "What The Pandemic Has Permanently Altered the Consumer-Restaurant Relationships. Investment in delivery and mobile ordering pays off.

2022 207

2022 Mobile Ordering Guest Recovery Point of Sale 207

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 2, 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 National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation has launched the Restaurant Employee Relief Fund to support U.S. Live in the U.S.,

Healthcare 171

Healthcare Employee Relations Online Ordering Customer Service 171

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 11, 2020

US Foods Holding Corp.entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Smart Foodservice Warehouse Stores from funds managed by affiliates of Apollo Global Management, Inc. NYSE: APO) (the “Apollo Funds”) for $970 million in cash. Smart Foodservice had 2019 revenues of approximately $1.1 reducing to approximately 3.0x

Bar 118

Bar Cash Management Loyalty Program Point of Sale 118

Lavu

MARCH 11, 2020

Understanding Restaurant Management Software. Among the technology offered today is restaurant management software. . If you’re in the beginning stages of looking for a restaurant management system , you might have multiple questions or concerns. Why do you need restaurant management software?

Management 78

Management Management Cash Management Mobile Ordering 78

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 20, 2021

As consumers ramp up their event planning, operators should continue to leverage connected technology solutions to ensure the event booking and management process is streamlined and as user-friendly as possible. Event Planning Is Back. consumers to better understand their feelings about planning events in 2021.

2021 182

2021 Online Ordering Mobile Ordering Guest Recovery 182

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. Loyalty programs. Restaurant inventory management . Floor plan & table management. Menu management.

POS 78

POS 2020 Point of Sale Loyalty Program 78

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 14, 2020

introduced its "Make It This Winter" platform, which offers a collection of resources, including one-on-one consultations with US Foods experts, informational webinars, new outdoor dining products, and updated online materials and tools for restaurant operators to tackle the ongoing challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. "With

Webinar 185

Webinar Customer Experience Mobile Ordering Customer Service 185

Restaurant365

JULY 29, 2021

However, many CFOs are still facing uncertainty, particularly from pandemic-related complications that are still challenging operations and restaurant profitability. Changes in restaurant layout to minimize indoor dining rooms. Increased focus on restaurant loyalty programs or custom mobile apps. Evolve, innovate, adapt.

Cash Management 78

Cash Management Point of Sale Inventory 2021 78

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.

Online Ordering 205

Online Ordering Back of House Customer Service Small Business 205

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

restaurants are operating at less than 100 percent capacity in their dining rooms. For the restaurateurs who responded to our survey, only 15 percent said they were allowed to dine at full capacity, with nearly half saying they were allowed 50 percent capacity. Patio dining in colder weather. Limitations and consumer demand.

2020 217

2020 Mobile Ordering Hotels Food Safety 217

Lavu

MARCH 27, 2020

The words “restaurant management system” rarely cause excitement. Food is fascinating, and dining out often leads to cherished memories, but a restaurant’s transaction system does not make it into those memories. The point is that restaurants and dining habits have changed dramatically in the past two centuries.

Point of Sale 78

Point of Sale Front of House Mobile Ordering Back of House 78

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry movers and shakers: "What do you feel is going to cause disruption in the restaurant industry over the next decade?” Restaurants can prepare for this disruption by investing in agile technology platforms that connect every restaurant touchpoint to work seamlessly.

Mobile Ordering 210

Mobile Ordering Front of House Fast Casual Customer Service 210

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 5, 2020

The new Yelp for Business will feature COVID-19 related content and prompts intended to help business owners communicate effectively with consumers and tips to weather the storm. In this edition of MRM News Bites, we have tech investments, new products, charitable endeavors and more. Yelp Reimagines Business Owner Platform.

Guest Recovery 102

Guest Recovery Food Safety Loyalty Program Point of Sale 102

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 19, 2020

Did not reduce the salaries or wages of their employees by more than 25 percent, and did not reduce the number or hours of their employees; OR. Experienced reductions in business activity as a result of health directives related to COVID-19, and did not reduce the salaries or wages of their employees by more than 25 percent.

Food Safety 110

Food Safety Customer Experience Website Management Employee Relations 110

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 27, 2020

With thousands of restaurants forced to close their dining rooms, and millions of Americans facing sudden unemployment, GroupRaise saw an opportunity to mobilize its 10,000+ restaurant partners along with their communities to offer those who are able a chance to support both local business and food distribution to at-risk families.

Food Safety 142

Food Safety Kitchen Safety Mobile Ordering Guest Recovery 142

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. Plant-based Menu Items.

2020 132

2020 Kitchen Safety Consumer Goods Point of Sale 132

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 14, 2020

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. Virtual Barbecue Pit. All locations will serve guests via delivery through a virtual kitchen facility. ” Dickey’s is now offering a franchise discount for existing Owners Operators.

Franchise 186

Franchise Franchising Kitchen Safety Food Safety 186

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 14, 2019

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine quizzed Anderson and Sr. We had leadership from the heart program, Hog Heaven University, a certified Pitmaster program and a train the trainer program. What are some lessons you have learned along the way you could relate to someone just starting out in the restaurant industry?

Advertising 132

Advertising Social Media Loyalty Program Technology 132

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 16, 2020

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features some surveys surrounding Coronavirus and the restaurant industry, the best locations for chefs, online payment fraud and top trends for QSRs. How Coronavirus Affected Dining Behavior. COVID-19 Foot Traffic at QSRs. Some Placer.ai percent and 2.9

Mobile Ordering 102

Mobile Ordering Online Ordering Point of Sale POS 102

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 27, 2020

In this edition of MRM News Bites, we feature sobering statistics from Yelp, a ghost kitchen franchise model, franchise explosions expected and falling for for an improved PSL. Yelp Sees COVID Effect. YEA reflects data from millions of local businesses and tens of millions of users on Yelp’s platform measuring U.S. “As U.S.

Franchise 138

Franchise Franchising Mobile Ordering Kitchen Safety 138

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. Yelp Economic Average. Consumer interest in restaurants dropped by 52 percent from March 10 to April 19. Trust in restaurants remains high.

2020 154

2020 Fast Casual Food Safety Guest Recovery 154

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. Fine and Family Dining Hurt by Holiday Shift. Holiday Traffic Not Enough. Same-store sales growth was 1.6

2019 98

2019 Compost Mobile Ordering Point of Sale 98

iTab POS

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

When you run a cash-only restaurant, you limit the payment options of your customers, which has a direct effect on your earning potential. By limiting your restaurant to a ‘cash-only’ payment model, you turn away many customers from your doors and effectively miss out on a significant portion of your target market.

Cash Management 40

Cash Management Mobile Ordering POS Point of Sale 40

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 12, 2019

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. Send news to Barbara Castiglia at bcastiglia@modernrestaurantmanagement.com. More Tropical in Colorado. Salata Debuts Franchise Microsite.

Franchise 92

Franchise Franchising Loyalty Program Book 92

Apicbase

JUNE 16, 2023

In practice, however, successfully managing a group of busy restaurants is an awfully tough undertaking. The metrics and calculations in this list will help you bring order to the chaos and manage the performance of each unit in the chain. That’s the theory. In theory, it sounds easy.

Point of Sale 52

Point of Sale Inventory Waste Employee Relations 52

Notch

JANUARY 23, 2019

And when all costs and variables are considered, high-end restaurants need to be particularly well-managed to survive. Unfortunately, if your restaurant is typical, your profit margins are exceedingly narrow. According to a recent Forbes article , sit-down restaurants make a profit of about 6%. Alcoholic beverages average out around 20%.

Email Marketing 72

Email Marketing Merchandise Website Management Point of Sale 72

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Ike’s locations have industry-leading average unit volumes, which have only gotten stronger since the company overhauled its marketing technology stack, including an upgraded loyalty program, a new website and easier online ordering. ” Ike's Loves Bangin' Buns. ” Ike's Loves Bangin' Buns. .

Franchise 173

Franchise Franchising Food Fast Casual 173

Notch

JANUARY 23, 2019

And when all costs and variables are considered, high-end restaurants need to be particularly well-managed to survive. Unfortunately, if your restaurant is typical, your profit margins are exceedingly narrow. According to a recent Forbes article , sit-down restaurants make a profit of about 6%. Alcoholic beverages average out around 20%.

Email Marketing 52

Email Marketing Merchandise Website Management Point of Sale 52

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. Send news to Barbara Castiglia at bcastiglia@modernrestaurantmanagement.com. Allen Named CEO at Checkers & Rally's. She is an accomplished leader in the restaurant industry.

Franchise 108

Franchise Franchising Fast Casual Point of Sale 108