Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

While holiday-themed items are a hit this time of year, restaurants must be sure their menus also cater to different dietary needs, from vegan and vegetarian to gluten-free." "Party planners are aligned with employee preferences as 66 percent plan to serve a buffet-style meal at their company party this year."

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 3, 2025

I thought the mixture of customer service, catering, and serving up great food would fit me and my family well, so I decided to move forward. Before committing to moving forward, I went to the Kennesaw, GA location and worked in the shop to see if I wanted to make a career out of making sandwiches. I feel the same way about my guests.

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EATER

JANUARY 8, 2024

Cha Pornea If you want restaurant cooking in your own home, minus the Sternos and steam tables, you’re in luck Historically, there have been two options for dinner parties: You can DIY, or you can cater. Though there are plenty of good catering options out there, the branding sucks. Welcome to the New Catering.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

As more and more people partake in the experience and more restaurants implement measures catered specifically to solo diners, a customer-centric approach is key. Catering to solo diners is more just than seating them as restaurants would any other customer.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 20, 2025

At Morimoto Asia, we cater to this by offering approachable dishes they may be familiar with and adding unique elements. They also prioritize flexibility in choice and portion sizes that cater to children’s appetites. PS : Children are becoming somewhat more adventurous eaters at younger ages.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 19, 2024

In addition to standing out in a crowded market, restaurants must cater to guests with dietary restrictions — vegetarian, gluten-free or vegan — in a way that is both delicious and unique.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 19, 2024

These trends reflect a broader shift towards faster, more efficient, and integrated payment solutions that cater to growing consumer demands for convenience, security, and personalization.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 17, 2025

"They should also review menu items to see if there are options for not only GLP-1 users, but also items that cater to other dietary preferences to give customers an array of choices." This should include the role of ingredients such as protein, fiber, low/no sugar, etc.), portion sizes, and hydration. "They

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 25, 2025

Food service businesses, such as caterers, face additional risks. If you are a caterer, you’ll face traditional restaurant risks like equipment breakdown and damage to your property; however, you may have a greater interest in coverage such as hired and non-owned vehicle insurance. How Will my Coverage Apply to Off-Site Events?

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Restaurant Business

JULY 30, 2024

Cuisine Boulud New York will operate out of a new kitchen in Manhattan, focusing on corporate catering, special events and more.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Return to office ordering : Restaurants are seeing a shift in demand, with increased orders for office catering and lunch pickups. Customers like Joe & The Juice see large catering orders and white-label delivery solutions as the future—bigger orders, higher average order value, and more profits.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Trend-forward options, like plant-based offerings or snack-sized portions, not only cater to evolving dietary preferences but also give customers more reasons to try something new. To meet these expectations, you need to focus on the overall dining experience: delivering quality, convenience, and value that speaks for itself.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 18, 2024

. – ezCater CTO Erin DeCesare Customized Catering for Flexible Occasions – The rise of personalized group dining experiences is reshaping catering trends, and L&L is already meeting the demand.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

The research stems from in-person chef interviews and a nationwide survey of more than 400 restaurant owners and operators spanning 47 states with respondents ranging from fine dining establishments to fast-casual venues, breweries, and caterers. "This Notably, establishments that embraced change reported stronger performance metrics.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

For example, closing poor-performing locations and opening new ones with convenience features such as drive-up windows that cater to e-commerce orders. . "In addition to focusing on loyalty programs, operators are increasingly savvy about optimizing their store portfolio.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 9, 2025

Almost half (49 percent) plan to add catering services, while 45 percent intend to add private events. Whether you need to purchase catering equipment, renovate space for private events, or expand your kitchen capacity, good business credit translates to more options and potentially better terms.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

When teams can utilize modern applications to run an efficient business and better understand and cater to patrons, then technology can become a valuable asset, not a hindrance. Offering modern point of sale concepts creates a better customer experience and caters to a guest’s personal preference.

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Goliath Consulting

JANUARY 25, 2025

Options like chickpea, almond, and coconut flours not only cater to dietary restrictions but also deliver powerful nutritional benefits. Below are some of the most compelling trends and concepts driving the industry forward. Flour Alternatives : Gluten-free flour alternatives are reshaping the culinary landscape.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 16, 2025

In addition, these systems allow precise temperature and carbonation control, allowing restaurants to cater to the needs of customers. Integrated, on-site systems avoid this through advanced filtration and chilling that dispenses fresh, pure water, preserving its natural minerals.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 2, 2024

This shift in consumer behavior underscores the need for restaurants to cater to this growing customer demographic. For this, flexible seating arrangements are the key – from cozy booths to communal tables and counter seating, offering options that cater to individual preferences ensures that solo diners feel comfortable and valued.

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ChowNow

MARCH 21, 2025

Key demographic factors to consider: Age: Are you catering to college students, young professionals, families, or retirees? Are they catering to families, young professionals, or tourists? But in reality, trying to cater to everyone often means youre not truly connecting with anyone. Whats Their Menu Like?

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The Rail

JUNE 23, 2025

With thriving populations, these locations are ideal for those who aim to cater to a broader spectrum of individuals and will provide more opportunity when contracting out for vital operations. Whether it be a special request to cater a wedding or a notification about an upcoming festival, there are no shortage of opportunities to be found.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 28, 2022

Top key players in the restaurant and service industry are working towards the development of robotic services to improve and cater to current requirements. In addition, in January 2021, Hyundai Robotics launched what it describes as a “food and beverage service robot” for the restaurant and catering sector.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

And when it comes to a traditional sit-down restaurant versus a mobile food business, such as a food truck, catering business, or food cart, the insurance needs of both are vastly different and unique. There are several types of mobile food businesses, including food trucks, catering, and food carts. Catering Business Insurance Needs.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Verticalized, Personalized Payments Catering to diverse customer preferences is critical in today’s market. By digitalizing processes and fostering innovation, this will help businesses unlock their ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) potential while achieving their own sustainability goals 4.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 3, 2025

Upscale dining or Michelin-star restaurants typically cater to a different kind of clientele, so marketing here should emphasize exclusivity, quality, and experience. High-end restaurants can benefit from storytelling, showcasing the craftsmanship behind the food, the expertise of the chefs, or the uniqueness of the ingredients.

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Culinary Cues

OCTOBER 14, 2024

The needs run the entire gamut: cooks, bakers, chefs, managers, bartenders, servers, caterers, and even business partners…the shortages and the opportunities are EVERYWHERE. Every restaurant and food related business is crying the same blues: “Where are the great employees?”

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EATER

MARCH 14, 2025

Ever since Lou Groen created the Filet-O-Fish in 1962 to ensure the heavily Catholic clientele at his Cincinnati McDonalds had something to eat during Lent, many beef-centric fast-food restaurants have offered some sort of limited edition seafood option to cater to Americans who observe. Its enough for fast-food restaurants to take notice.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

With an increasing number of Millennials spending more on dining out each year, it is evident that restaurants that successfully cater to this generation stand to gain a competitive edge. Millennials' preference for convenience, experiences, and socializing has led them to eat out more frequently than previous generations.

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ChowNow

MAY 27, 2025

Caribbean Kitchen is a Bahamian catering company based in Hopkins, Minnesota, founded by Nicholas Hall in 2009. Originally from Nassau, Bahamas, Nicholas started out cooking for friends and small events, catering on weekends simply because he enjoyed doing it. As catering orders grew, so did the demand on his time.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 2, 2025

From garlic-butter crust options to artisanal oils, offering “good, better, best” options allows pizzerias to serve budget-conscious customers while catering to those willing to splurge for higher quality. One trend gaining traction is the introduction of premium add-ons to appeal to different customer segments.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 21, 2024

For restaurants with liquor licenses, catering to millennials is key. Consider seasonal flavors, cold brew variations, and creative blends to cater to a broader range of preferences. Millennials and Mocktails : House-made cocktails can be a draw, but most respondents prefer non-alcoholic options.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 19, 2021

Here’s our predication for 2021–by the end of the year, every restaurant, big or small, will have a virtual banner under which they sell food catering to a different cuisine or market. In some cases, these online-only restaurants are bringing in more revenue than the actual business that supports them.

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Goliath Consulting

MARCH 14, 2025

Emphasizing portion flexibility, balanced menu options, and a welcoming dining environment for all guests can help restaurants cater to this evolving market while maintaining strong customer satisfaction.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 15, 2025

Our brands cater to a wide audience, especially busy families and individuals who care about what they eat but still need speed and convenience. What distinguishes your brands from the competition? What sets us apart is our commitment to offering healthy, fresh meals in a fast-casual environment that doesn’t feel niche or exclusive.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 15, 2025

That means offering payment options that cater to their specific preferences and needs. Payment orchestration services offer solutions that can help simplify compliance, ensuring that regulations and standards are met, and protecting restaurateurs from penalties and fees. These payment preferences vary across generational cohorts.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 20, 2022

Children in school are far from incentivized to work in the catering sector. Employee turnover rates are one of the highest in the catering industry, though the top services stand out with excellent retention rates. With the COVID-19 social disruptions, many restaurants still struggle to return to what they might call "normal."

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