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Simple Customer Retention Strategy for Restaurants

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The simplest way to collect customer data in a quick-serve or fast-casual restaurant is to have customers supply it on a sheet of paper at the register. Once every few days, add that info to a spreadsheet of customer relationship management software like Constant Contact or HubSpot. Customer loyalty is formed with positive experiences.

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How to write a restaurant marketing plan that puts butts in seats [Ideas and Strategies]

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They're people leaders, customer service providers, line cooks, inventory managers, occasional bartenders, public relations reps, number crunchers, and even marketers. They should all work together to create a smooth customer journey, from their initial search on your website to when they sit down with their meal.

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Adapting to Changing Consumer Food and Hospitality Needs Amidst Rising Cost of Living Pressures

Future Food

For retail centre management and F&B operators, this scenario presents a partnership opportunity to plan and implement strategies to adapt to new consumer F&B spending patterns and continue to drive visitation, overall spend and maintain or increase asset value. Ali & the Queen, Queen Victoria Market, Melbourne.,

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Adapting to Changing Consumer Food and Hospitality Needs in Shopping Centres Amidst Rising Cost of Living Pressures

Future Food

For shopping centre management and F&B operators, this scenario presents a partnership opportunity to plan and implement strategies to adapt to new consumer F&B spending patterns and continue to drive visitation, overall spend and maintain or increase asset value. Ali & the Queen, Queen Victoria Market, Melbourne.,

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Table Turnover Rate in Your Restaurant: How to Improve & Seat Incomplete Parties

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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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Restaurant Experts’ 2021 Outlook, Part Two

Modern Restaurant Management

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry experts for their opinions on what we can expect in 2021. Change management needs to be a top priority. John Moezzi, National Account Manager, Sharp NEC Display Solutions. Here are their responses. To read part one, click here.

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Use This Example Pizza Business Plan to Open Your Pizzeria

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Will your restaurant be fast casual or sit down? Team and Management: Introduce your team, and share a brief bio about each member of your leadership team. Consider what you need for your website, signage, menus, promotional postcards, etc. Brand & Concept: Describe your restaurant’s theme.