7 Shifts

JUNE 1, 2022

Topics covered at the event balance issues like sustainability, vulnerability, and working while supporting a family with tactical tips on media training, navigating the supply chain, and - above all else - staying profitable. Digital Transformation in Fast Casual and QSR Summit. Ideal Attendee: QSR Owner, Fast Casual Owner.

2022 195

2022 Fast Casual Website Management Workshop 195

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 11, 2022

In particular, supply chain disruptions and staffing shortages – whether due to resignations or illness – are forcing quick service and fast casual restaurants to adapt quickly to changing conditions. Increased Emphasis on Online Ordering. Former competitors are now part of the same umbrella company.

2022 202

2022 Marketing Fast Casual Mobile Ordering 202

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 24, 2022

“This could be driven, in part, by ongoing supply chain issues impacting the costs of materials for these businesses. Additionally, searches related to fast food and fast casual dining are up by 10 percent compared with Q2 2022 and eight percent more compared to Q3 2021.

Fast Casual 154

Fast Casual Food Supply 2022 2021 154

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 30, 2023

This migration could be a goldmine for casual/fast food brands if only they had the people to support them. Meanwhile, the industry as a whole is dealing with supply chain shortages and a potential recession. It also relieves employee stress and helps prevent burnout in a high-turnover environment.

Technology 182

Technology Fast Casual Waste 2023 182

Foodable

JANUARY 6, 2022

The Fast Casual Nation Podcast offers exclusive interviews with experts ranging from top chefs and brand makers to executives and restaurants who work in one of the fastest-growing segments of the restaurant industry. Listen to "99. A People-Focused Organization Bringing the “Coolest” Hospitality" on Spreaker.

Hospitality 105

Hospitality Fast Casual Casual Training 105

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 22, 2022

clustered as the next three issues of concern, followed by supply chain issues around food items. Staff retention and supply chain issues around non-food items fell lower on the list. . Is it based on food costs/supply challenges? . Patience and grace go a long way right now, when dining out. .

Food Supply 180

Food Supply 2023 Fast Casual Fine Dining 180

Foodable

APRIL 28, 2022

Listen to "Fast Casual Nation - Craig Erlich" on Spreaker. The Fast Casual Nation Podcast offers exclusive interviews with experts ranging from top chefs and brand makers to executives and restaurants who work in one of the fastest-growing segments of the restaurant industry. Produced by Lisa Pepe.

Fast Casual 89

Fast Casual Casual Leadership Technology 89

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 15, 2021

All these markets are in areas where restaurant restrictions had been eased or lifted as of May, and fast casual chain customer transactions grew. Most fast casual chains, which relied more heavily on dine-in and didn't have drive-thru operations, were not. In May 2021, total U.S. Consumers report that 5.4

2021 193

2021 Fast Casual Online Ordering Consumer Goods 193

Restaurant Business

JULY 26, 2023

The fast-casual chain appears to be deteriorating as locations shut down, vendors file lawsuits, workers go unpaid and managers get their supplies from Sam’s Club.

Fast Casual 84

Fast Casual Marketing Casual Supplies 84

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 9, 2021

Supply Chain Shortages. One of the biggest pain points during and after the pandemic was supply chain. The initial onset of the pandemic hit quicker than an established supply chain could adjust and we are still feeling the ripples of the shutdowns a year later. Ease Labor Shortages. The Key Is Stability and Consistency.

Kitchen Safety 142

Kitchen Safety Food Supply Fast Casual Food Safety 142

7 Shifts

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Many fast food chains already have successful kiosk setups, with McDonald’s being the most prominent. Food cost tracking The cost of food changes regularly based on supply and demand. As both fine dining and casual restaurants have been busy implementing new technology over the past several years, we can now see the real-life effects.

Management 398

Management Management Email Marketing Point of Sale 398

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 12, 2021

According to Upserve’s 2020 State of the Restaurant Industry Report, the industry will collectively lose $240 billion, with casual dining sales volume down by 60 percent and fast casual down 50 percent. There’s no disputing that the past year has been extremely hard on the restaurant industry overall.

Fast Casual 129

Fast Casual Food Safety Loyalty Program Customer Experience 129

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Development will be deliberate and strategic as supply chain will remain a challenge in the new year." Those who traditionally favor casual dining chains with full service may trade down to fast casual while those who typically dine in fast casual may dip into lower price points at fast food.

2023 161

2023 Loyalty Program Fast Casual Customer Experience 161

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 8, 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. Many industries, such as rideshare services, gas stations, event tickets and more, utilize dynamic pricing due to supply and demand.

2024 211

2024 Loyalty Program Cash Management Customer Experience 211

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 26, 2023

Other supply chain related events, which spanned from restaurant equipment (creating issues for restaurant development and timing) to the Avian flu/eggflation issues, also negatively impacted the industry. Growth won’t be as fast as one would have hoped, and supply chain continues to be a challenge.

2023 185

2023 Franchise Franchising Employee Relations 185

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 5, 2021

In this edition of MRM Research Roundup, we have news on understanding customer loyalty, beverage insights, restaurant supply loyalty, the influence of discounts, the state of payments and the evolution of gift cards. The Value of Trust. velocity in Neighborhood Bars has grown by 447 percent vs the equivalent week in 2020.

2021 181

2021 Loyalty Program Coupons Fast Casual 181

The Rail

MAY 15, 2024

Peer into counter service restaurants, from fast food chains to trendy eateries, which play an active role in the restaurant industry. More casual, relaxed dining atmosphere. Supply chain management , inventory control, and minimizing food waste are key strategies to lower overhead costs and offer savings to customers.

Fast Casual 52

Fast Casual Customer Service Customer Experience Fine Dining 52

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

Nowadays, vegan food is becoming normal in restaurants and fast food joints. Plant-based eating was previously limited to some selected restaurants and casual cafes. High cost of organic produce and supply chain problems. Future Market Insights reports that overall Plant Based Burgers sales revenue will surpass US$ 2.7

Fine Dining 206

Fine Dining Fast Casual Food Supply 2022 206

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 4, 2021

Intriguingly, it appears fast casual restaurants have started taking back the customers they lost to quick serve restaurants since the pandemic, with consumers visiting fast casual restaurants more often, up to 24 percent from 21 percent in May. Loyalty programs are most popular for fast food. Fast Casual.

2021 141

2021 Fast Casual Mobile Ordering Social Media 141

Restaurant365

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

Fast Casual Restaurants. Fast casual restaurants, also known as fast food or quick service restaurants, involve ordering at a counter or doing some level of self-service. Although factors like franchise affiliation may affect profit margins, fast casual restaurants typically have an average profit margin of 6-9%.

Loyalty Program 183

Loyalty Program Fast Casual Point of Sale Online Ordering 183

7 Shifts

MARCH 30, 2022

For casual establishments, consider putting promotional signs on the backs of bathroom stall doors and at the silverware stand. More appropriate at fast food, quick-serve, and casual dining establishments, floor graphics use arrows and guides to bring people to the right place in your restaurant with creative floor signage.

Advertising 370

Advertising 2022 Social Media Email Marketing 370

Apicbase

OCTOBER 17, 2023

” A Glimpse into Kotipizza’s Empire: Kotipizza: A 305-unit fast-casual chain. This wholesale & Logistics company ensures franchisees are well-stocked with quality supplies at the best price. We are committed to being a responsible franchisor.” The Social Burgerjoint: An emerging burger brand.

Fast Casual 52

Fast Casual Franchise Franchising 2000 52

Apicbase

OCTOBER 17, 2023

” A Glimpse into Kotipizza’s Empire: Kotipizza: A 305-unit fast-casual chain. This wholesale & Logistics company ensures franchisees are well-stocked with quality supplies at the best price. We are committed to being a responsible franchisor.” The Social Burgerjoint: An emerging burger brand.

Fast Casual 52

Fast Casual Franchise Franchising 2000 52

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 4, 2024

That’s much more money than I ever had to spend on marketing but a drop in the bucket compared to what other fast casual brands spend for much less impactful results. Supply chains were disrupted and seemingly everything was forced into plastic. What was your thought process behind the provocative title?

Sustainability 182

Sustainability Book Waste Food Supply 182

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

Additonally, ninety-six percent of operators experienced supply delays or shortages of key food or beverage items in 2021 – and these challenges will likely continue in 2022. Between 2023 and 2030, the industry is projected to add an average of 200K jobs each year, with total staffing levels reaching 16.5M

2022 194

2022 2030 Food Supply Recruiting 194

The Rail

DECEMBER 20, 2022

While it may be beyond 2023 that full-service restaurants are able to access this technology, look for it at the fast casual restaurant nearest to you in the very near future. The Supply Chain Will Remain in Chaos. Restaurant Labor Will Continue to Organize.

2023 110

2023 Fast Casual Food Supply Seasonal Menu 110

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 27, 2022

. “It is an extremely challenging time for the restaurant industry as restaurateurs grapple with the difficulty of operating within an uncertain post-pandemic sales environment while simultaneously combating historic levels of food inflation, labor shortages and ongoing supply-chain issues.

2022 177

2022 Fast Casual Customer Service Food Safety 177

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 19, 2022

The supply chain issues that have intermittently plagued other industries have also left restaurants scrambling, with everything from to-go cups to chicken wings going missing, often without warning and sometimes for weeks or months on end. They seamlessly use that knowledge to offer us similar but different upsell items.

Food Supply 177

Food Supply Restaurant Law Email Marketing Mobile Ordering 177

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 14, 2021

As seen first with many fast casual chains, we expect more differentiated benefits packages to continue to emerge as a way for restaurants to fill much needed open positions. In some cases, consumers are also demanding greater transparency and visibility into restaurants' supply chain. Growth of New Business Models.

2022 199

2022 Employee Relations Outdoor Fast Casual 199

Qu

MARCH 16, 2023

That’s the key takeaway from Qu’s fourth annual survey of quick service restaurants (QSRs) and fast casual brands with more than 25 locations. In addition, QSR growth is expected to outperform fast casual. There were some differences in priorities between QSRs and fast casual brands.

2023 52

2023 Fast Casual Point of Sale Technology 52

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 30, 2022

Today’s modern restaurant operators face challenges that no other generation has faced, thanks to COVID-19 closures, supply chain disruptions, labor shortages, menu labeling, and food safety challenges. Without investing in training, it’s not a matter of if, but when, disaster will strike and what the collateral damage will be.

Food Safety 165

Food Safety Technology Kitchen Safety Food 165

7 Shifts

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Many fast food chains already have successful kiosk setups, with McDonald’s being the most prominent. Food cost tracking The cost of food changes regularly based on supply and demand. As both fine dining and casual restaurants have been busy implementing new technology over the past several years, we can now see the real-life effects.

Management 195

Management Management Email Marketing Point of Sale 195

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 8, 2024

State of Digital Qu announced the results of its fifth annual survey of quick service (QSR) and fast casual (FC) restaurant brands. Digital ordering is still larger at fast casuals versus QSR. Half of fast casuals achieved 26-50 percent digital sales, while nearly half of QSRs had 11-25 percent digital sales.

Catering 98

Catering 2024 2023 Guest Recovery 98

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

Chefs from various horizons mention first that skilled workforce is difficult to find and that there is a labor shortage and a short food supply. Since the pandemic, many chefs created fast-casual concepts and we see more and more tasting and prix-fix menus.

Food 177

Food Book Leadership Travel 177

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 16, 2021

With current supply chain issues and these brands already operating under thin margins, we expect operators to be strategic when it comes to menu sizes, limited offerings and daypart offerings to limit waste, cut costs, and maximize profitability. Supply chain issues are forcing restaurants to re-evaluate their menu options.

2022 175

2022 Food Supply Back of House Kitchen Safety 175

Restaurant365

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

Now more than ever, due to the huge lack of staff, food inflation, and supply chain shortages, automation is becoming a major advantage in execution for back-of-house operations as well. Casual dining – 28%. Fast casual – 26%. Fine dining – 28%. Quickservice – 29%. Coffee & snack – 27%.

Technology 78

Technology Dietary Restrictions Back of House Front of House 78

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 31, 2020

Despite COVID-19 and the dramatic impact on the QSR/Fast Casual restaurant space, Clean Juice experienced something slightly different and more in line with what was happening in the organic food industry as a whole – a surge in interest and growth. Ask the franchisor, "What is your supply chain process?

Food 238

Food Food Supply Franchise Franchising 238