The Rail

DECEMBER 2, 2024

By Kateryna Reshetilo, Contributor Are you a restaurant owner looking for ways to keep up with the fast-changing demands of your customers? Cloud kitchens, in particular, enable restaurants to lower setup and operational costs, making them an attractive business model. credit cards, digital wallets, cash on delivery).

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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. The acquisition is subject to regulatory approval and other customary closing conditions.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 3, 2025

For a deeper dive into brand messaging, strategy, and authenticity, creating unified guest experiences, and the orchestration of physical and experiential touchpoints, Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine reached out to The Plaid Penguin’s Founder and Sir Idea Man Joe Haubenhofer. Don’t just rely on organic social media.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

The hardest hit have been casual dining sit-down restaurants and national chains that complied with local COVID-19 mandates to limit or ban indoor dining. Surviving are the fast-food chains, where more than 60 percent of their sales come through the drive through. Barclays expects approximately 10 percent of U.S.

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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?” In addition to improving the guest experience, technology also makes it easier for restaurants to manage their operations.

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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. Bars and nightlife businesses were among the hardest hit, with consumer interest down 81 percent. Yelp Economic Average. In the U.K.

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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. As they grapple with rising costs across their supply chain, 71 percent of restaurants plan to increase prices this year.

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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. Platform demand has been central to riding out the economic shock, especially for small businesses.”

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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.

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7 Shifts

OCTOBER 31, 2022

A restaurant business plan is one of the most (if not the most) essential elements in getting a new restaurant off the ground. There are a few reasons for this: A business plan is typically the first thing any lender or investor will want to look at. What is a Restaurant Business Plan? Restaurant Business Plan Sample Outline.

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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!). Manager, Mercato Italiano. Advice for opening a restaurant from restaurateurs 1. Erin, Rush Street. ?.

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7 Shifts

AUGUST 18, 2024

But the challenges don’t stop there—once open you have to focus on improving processes, managing labor schedules, and controlling restaurant costs. Not only do you have to manage many costs including, labor, equipment, and food—but you have to do it while dealing with inevitable price increases. Fast casual: 28.9%

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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.,

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Lavu

JUNE 13, 2025

If you think the business cashless trend is crazy, you’re not alone. Of course, it’s essential for most businesses to accept cash payments in some situations. This fosters customer loyalty and allows restaurants to gather valuable data and insights to inform their business strategies. You read that right.

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EATER

APRIL 10, 2024

Like Johnson’s fast-casual rice bowl restaurant, Field Trip, the food at Bankside was developed with delivery in mind. Kitchens in Wonder’s food halls can be as small as 750 square feet, and each location can serve food from up to 30 — 30! Wonder has managed to raise a whopping $1.5 restaurant concepts.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 7, 2020

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's People & Places column features news of company hires and promotions, charitable efforts and product introductions. Reflecting on how far we’ve come as a business and as an extended family with hundreds of staff members is something I will never take for granted."

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7 Shifts

JULY 5, 2024

Running a restaurant is not just about serving great food; it’s also about managing finances. It helps you see if your restaurant is making a profit or a loss, allowing you to understand your company’s performance and achieve your business goals.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 13, 2020

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. Ira Moreland, Managing Director of ICV, said, “We are very pleased to complete this transaction and are enthusiastic to deploy our expertise to help grow the Buffalo Wild Wings brand.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 12, 2020

The idea of purchasing Dining Bonds seemed to strike a chord with the public as a way to provide much needed financial support in order to help restaurants stay in business. Zuul Studios works with restaurants and real estate owners to leverage their existing brand equity and kitchen infrastructure into digital, delivery-forward businesses.

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Lavu

MAY 23, 2025

In today’s fast-paced dining environment, even a few seconds of lag can create a ripple effect that impacts your entire service flow. Disconnected Systems : Managing multiple order sources without integration causes confusion. Contactless payments , on the other hand, are lightning-fast, taking less than 500 milliseconds.

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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

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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.

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Lavu

NOVEMBER 11, 2019

If you think a business going cashless is crazy, you’re not alone. 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. The newest tech trend in restaurants?

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Aaron Allen & Associates

MARCH 3, 2022

There are so many things to think about — from inventory management to restaurant payment and billing and more — it can be difficult to keep track of it all. That’s where restaurant management software comes in. In this roundup, we will take a look at some of the best restaurant management software out there.

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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. Interested candidates should have business experience, along with $125,000 in liquid assets and a minimum net worth of $350,000. More Tropical in Colorado. A rebrand (June).

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Xtra Chef

MARCH 30, 2020

As social distancing became less of a suggestion and more like the new normal, and state-mandated business closures spread across the country, Hoy realized that Tucker Silk Mill couldn’t operate as usual. Think Fast, Act Local. He needed to act, and fast. Thanks to his customers’ support, he was able to hire back 2 employees.

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Black Box Intelligence

MARCH 10, 2020

Dine-in sales still represent a small percentage of the total. 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 Restaurant companies held on to most of their managers.

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Open for Business

MARCH 1, 2023

But, on a positive note, that means there is now an unprecedented opportunity for people to break into business on the strength of a great job interview without needing years of restaurant experience. A general manager might also wear a restaurant’s sommelier hat. Often, a single person will fill multiple jobs. per hour.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 11, 2025

"The pandemic forced the restaurant industry to reinvent itself overnight, moving from a primarily in-store dining experience to an omnichannel, digital-first business. " As we mark the fifth anniversary, MRM magazine surveyed restaurant insiders about the pandemic’s lasting impact on their businesses and the industry.

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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.

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Mad Mobile

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

As a business owner, you’re always trying to maximize your operational efficiency. There are plenty of ways people cut costs to try and save a business that simply don’t work. Implementing a tableside ordering system like CAKE from Mad Mobile can reshape how you run your business.

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Apicbase

JULY 16, 2024

That’s because, next to inventory management, F&B purchasing mistakes are the number #1 reason why operators struggle to get their food costs under control. Procurement management in a multi-unit or multi-concept environment. If you’re in the management division, this will help every new procurement officer hit the ground running.

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The Food Corridor

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

While many struggled to make the best of things, some shared kitchens ended up having a bumper year by pivoting into areas of business where people needed the most help. This trend suggests that shared commercial kitchens are in a unique position to help small businesses adapt and pivot in uncertain times. . We’re here for you.

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Clover - Restaurants

MAY 31, 2024

These prices normally include hardware such as your mobile card reader or point of sale system as well as software services, including restaurant operations and staff management features. POS software can also include inventory management to control restaurant food waste , online ordering for restaurant features, and more. As the U.S.

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BNG Point of Sale

AUGUST 19, 2021

When starting out in the restaurant business, there are many methods and procedures that improve your chances for success, and one of the most powerful is a Profit and Loss Statement (P & L Statement). You get a strong look at the biggest indicators for profit and how those elements are managed. Catering: 7 or 8% .

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Aaron Allen & Associates

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Will consumers like it just as much as the management team does? There were a number of acquisitions evenly distributed across segments, from snacks to fast casual to full-service and QSR. If you are evaluating a foodservice acquisition target, no matter if big or small, we recommend you don’t skip due diligence.

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Open for Business

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Quick links Chapter 1: Business structure The right business structure Overview of a common business structure Chapter 2: The financials How much will you need? Overview of a common business structure There is no blanket “best” or “worst” way of structuring your business. What makes someone a good Investor?

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