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How to Read a Restaurant P&L (Profit and Loss) Statement + Free Template

SpotOn

Paid training hours for new employees, ServSafe certification, training programs, free meals, etc Bonuses. Music & entertainment. In-house entertainment, including live music, DJs, streaming service subscriptions (e.g., Business licenses, health permits, liquor licenses , food handler certifications, and fire safety permits.

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MRM Research Roundup: To-Go Trends, State of the Plate, and Black Market Reservations

Modern Restaurant Management

“Unlike ticket scalpers in entertainment, these third-party reservation sellers contribute nothing to the dining experience,” said Steve Woodruff, general manager of Commander's Palace in New Orleans. Green Marketing 3 Star Certified Green Restaurant® Fresh Food Company at Western Kentucky University in has earned 19.5

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The Completely Unauthorized Eater Oscars for Food Excellence in Film

EATER

The 97th Academy Awards ceremony is happening Sunday, March 2, honoring what a number of entertainment industry elites have deemed to be the best in movies this year (whether or not moviegoers agree is another matter entirely).

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Make Your Restaurant a Social Media Hotspot

Modern Restaurant Management

” Pose light, entertaining questions such as, “How do you prefer your coffee?” ” Or even something as simple as, “First 10 people to direct message us your favorite dish at our restaurant will receive a free dessert gift certificate.” Need some inspiration?

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MRM Franchise Feed: CPK in Canada and Real Famous BBQ

Modern Restaurant Management

“We are thrilled to finally be open in Lubbock,” said Permian Entertainment’s General Manager Heath Herrington. ” Lubbock’s new Twin Peaks restaurant is part of Permian Entertainment, LLC’s development agreement to bring multiple locations to West Texas, starting with Lubbock.

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Digital Dining and ‘Restaurant Recovery’ Show

Modern Restaurant Management

We are proud to work alongside Todd in this time of need for restaurants and feel these restaurant recovery missions will both entertain and inspire. Viewers will come away feeling optimistic.” ” 'Restaurant People: Where We (To-) Go From Here' Podcast. It's another outstanding option for our customers."

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Decade of Disruption: Restaurant Insiders Dish What’s on the Plate

Modern Restaurant Management

Industry organizations will also play a role and we believe we'll see businesses looking to outside "certifications" to verify their authenticity (like James Beard Smart Catch, for example.). Transparency and brand trust will become increasingly important. " Mike O’Hanlon, Head of Catering Partner Business, ezCater.