Lavu

JUNE 13, 2025

That’s why it’s essential to train exceptional bartenders who can handle pressure, engage customers, and represent your brand with confidence. A great bartender or bar manager is born with a natural affinity for connecting with people and flair. Every training session should include a review of the basic rules and regulations.

Training

SpotOn

JULY 15, 2025

Because these are the same steps I took to become a bartender in under six months without any formal training or prior bartending experience. Low barrier to entry: You don’t need a degree or expensive training to start—just a good attitude and strong work ethic.   How do I know it’ll work?

Front of House

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

For restaurant owners, there are a number of issues in their workplace keeping them up at night and hindering them from successfully managing and operating their restaurant efficiently. Money and Inventory Management The profitability of a restaurant depends on the careful management of cash flow.

Cash Management

7 Shifts

AUGUST 18, 2024

Specialty bars focus on a particular type of drink or theme, such as wine bars or cigar bars, but can be much more expensive to manage. Hiring a Strong Team You'll need a manager, bartenders, waiters, and security. To apply for a liquor license, consult the Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC) Agency) in your state.

Bar

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. This is only a guideline.

License

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. Tools to Simplify Staff Training.

Bar

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. MRM Restaurant Survival Guide Updates and COVID-19 Resources for Restaurants. Tips for pivoting to retail.

Webinar

ChowNow

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Managing accounts payable (AP) for restaurants efficiently is vital to running a successful restaurant. From keeping up with invoices to negotiating better payment terms with suppliers, these steps can ensure smoother operations, improved cash flow, and stronger relationships with your vendors. Automation can be a game changer here.

Cash Management

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 5, 2020

and will enable TouchBistro to fully integrate customer loyalty and guest marketing into its all-in-one point-of-sale (POS) and restaurant management platform. This year’s Neighborhood to Nation Contest will double the number of winners to award 20 prizes of $5,000 in cash along with a robust marketing package.

Food Safety

7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

Between up-front licensing fees and opening costs, the amount can easily break into the six or even seven-figure range. million Some franchisors even require aspiring franchisees to have hundreds of thousands of dollars of cash on hand, which runs the bill up even more. of weekly gross sales for franchise royalties and advertising.

Franchise

7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

In order for new hires to perform well and stay happy in their roles, hiring managers need to pay more attention to the restaurant onboarding process. It usually involves an orientation, paperwork collection, and training. Restaurant technology training, including how to request shifts and what to do during opening and closing shifts.

FOH

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. MRM Restaurant Survival Guide Updates and COVID-19 Resources for Restaurants. Tips for pivoting to retail.

Mobile Ordering

7 Shifts

AUGUST 2, 2024

By tracking metrics like customer retention and employee turnover rate, contribution margin, and menu item profitability, restaurant managers can identify each area’s strengths and what areas need improvement. Use this data to establish clear and specific goals and adjust your strategies as needed.

Point of Sale

7 Shifts

JULY 1, 2024

However, note that bar profit margins vary due to various factors like tax rates, licensing laws, customer demographics, and the cost of living in your area. Obtain permits and licenses Remember: selling alcohol is a heavily regulated business. Before you start a bar, you must secure a license from the Alcohol and Tobacco Trade Bureau.

Bar

7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

The goal is to determine the total amount of cash flow that will be available to the new owner after accounting for these types of expenses. Profitability Showing consistent profits and positive cash flow can increase the perceived value of your restaurant.

2024

7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Bar management software is a tech-forward way to handle many of the elements necessary to operate a bar successfully. Depending on the solution you choose, this software could include features that help with employee management, inventory tracking, POS capabilities, payroll, and more. And it’s not just a matter of focus.

Inventory

7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Bar management software is a tech-forward way to handle many of the elements necessary to operate a bar successfully. Depending on the solution you choose, this software could include features that help with employee management, inventory tracking, POS capabilities, payroll, and more. And it’s not just a matter of focus.

Inventory

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

TIPs offers training for individuals on the responsible sale, service and consumption of alcohol. SALIDO leverages design, data, and workflow management to optimize both front- and back-end operations. ” says Amber Sheppo, SVP, Licensing, Endemol Shine North America. NAB Acquires SALIDO.

Fast Casual

7 Shifts

MAY 23, 2024

Managing a restaurant is not for the faint-hearted. A restaurant budget allows restaurant owners and managers to see directly if they are meeting their income and expense benchmarks. Promotes proactive decision-making Restaurant owners and managers must adapt quickly to be successful and retain their competitive advantage.

Point of Sale

Focus POS

JUNE 17, 2019

It’s a system that takes the place of a traditional cash register and provides much more than basic transaction functionality. Restaurant point of sale software empowers businesses to control labor costs, manage inventory, and have deeper visibility into business operations. POS for Restaurant Franchise Management.

Point of Sale

The Rail

APRIL 4, 2024

Understanding the Landscape of Local Regulations The first step in this relocation adventure is getting to grips with intricate zoning and licensing laws. Keeping a close eye on cash flow during this period is vital. Let’s journey through the process, uncovering the steps and strategies essential for a successful transition.

Bar

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

Open for Business

OCTOBER 20, 2023

From budgeting and licensing to crafting the perfect menu, here’s everything you need to know about how to open a restaurant. Craft a comprehensive financial blueprint to manage your restaurant’s expenses. There’s plenty to think about, from getting a general business license to copyrighting music.

License

The Restaurant Times

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

Starting Franchise Restaurant in Saudi Arabia is a great way to expand your business, where you (the franchisor) license other independent owners (Franchisee) to use your brand name, business model, and processes to sell or provide services on a profit-sharing basis. Supply Chain Management. Vendor Management. Staff Training.

Franchise

Clover - Restaurants

JUNE 20, 2024

Permits and licenses Once you’ve decided on the kind of restaurant you’d like to open in Florida, you’ll need to register your business with the Florida Department of Revenue. Opening a restaurant also requires a variety of licenses and permits before you can serve the public. But, it’s just the starter.

License

Apicbase

APRIL 20, 2022

On top of the manual, you’ll also need to dedicate time to training new franchisees for at least several weeks. You should be able to give potential franchisees a complete overview of their estimated expenditure, from the initial start-up investment to infrastructure, licenses, and royalty fees. 1 You’ll have to share control.

Franchise

Apicbase

MAY 18, 2022

Managing a chain of company-owned restaurants is very different from working with franchisees. In this article, we’ll cover: Intellectual property Business plan Manual for franchisees Franchise agreement Marketing strategy Partnership with franchisees Training The right technology Feedback loops Franchise support team.

Franchise

Marketman

DECEMBER 21, 2019

Whether your restaurant is preparing for its grand opening night or will be celebrating its 10 year anniversary, it is never a bad time to begin implementing the best restaurant management practices and improving your processes. Restaurant management spans over a wide variety of elements including: Customer service. Staff management.

Management

SpotOn

MARCH 25, 2024

Here, we'll discuss what you must consider when looking at the construction costs, equipment costs, interior design costs, and licenses and permits. Licenses and permits  Every restaurant business has a lengthy list of licenses and insurance needed to open, serve your guests, and protect your business.

License

Lavu

JANUARY 21, 2020

You should see the amount of cash that came in and went out of your business across different periods of time. As a restaurant owner or manager, you will prefer to choose an online accounting system that allows immediate backup of your accounting data. Presence of Web-Based Application.

POS

The Restaurant Times

JANUARY 28, 2022

Restaurant consultants are familiar with good properties that have essential utilities such as parking, regular water power, as well as zoning, licensing requirements, etc and can help you find a great location for your future restaurant. . Recruitment and Retention . Source: TRG Restaurant Consultants.

Recruiting

Open for Business

DECEMBER 12, 2023

There are some distinct advantages to creating an LLC: all members (including you) are sheltered from liability; depending on the structure, either you have all of the authority, or all members have the right to help manage the business, and there is no limit to how many shareholders you can have in an LLC.

Back of House

OpenTable

JULY 8, 2022

Depending on the structure, either you have all of the authority, or all members have the right to help manage the business. The pro forma and the capital requirements budget will help determine how much working capital is needed based on when the restaurant is projected to generate positive cash flow. S Corp within an LLC.

Back of House

7 Shifts

MARCH 11, 2020

You won’t have cash coming in until you open your doors, so you’ll have to depend on your life savings, investments, and loans to get you through your first few weeks or months of business. If your space is worth $1 million, for example, you’ll need $100,000 in cash to lock in the space. You’ll need roughly 10% down on your space.

License

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 27, 2020

The new model includes on-site training and ongoing support from The Local Culinary team, helping owners quickly build a strong online presence to drive new traffic through delivery orders. Avoid unnecessary interactions and touching menus, credit cards, and cash. Reduce lines and improve table turn times. Pandemic Decals.

Franchising

Clover - Restaurants

MARCH 8, 2024

Assess your profitability and cash flow. Determine a budget for a new location, including space, state business license and permit fees, furniture, and staffing. Are there workflows you can automate, such as inventory management , within your restaurant point-of-sale system ? Review your debt and liabilities.

Small Business

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

In early September, the business announced a month-long program to thank its own team members who opt for the vaccine: $100,000 in cash prizes. Guests will also appreciate the attention to detail applied to unique Roadhouse décor like oversized beer can flags, license plate artwork and updated lighting. Nathan’s Famous, Inc.

Franchising