Open for Business

MAY 16, 2024

Diners are doing more research than ever and a restaurant website is a critical touchpoint of the guest experience. There’s a common misconception that building a restaurant website will incur significant expense or require advanced technical skills. Why is a restaurant website important?

Website Management 78

Website Management Email Marketing SEO Seasonal Menu 78

7 Shifts

OCTOBER 9, 2020

This rise in digital interactions has made it critical for restaurants to have well-designed websites. After all, intuitive design and up-to-date information can turn a website visitor into a paying customer. In this ultimate restaurant website design guide for beginners, you’ll learn: How to prepare for a website makeover.

Design 398

Design Social Media Mobile Ordering Online Ordering 398

Restaurant365

MARCH 9, 2022

If you’re currently hiring restaurant staff, you’re not alone. Even with the uptick in hiring since the beginning of the year, the restaurant staffing crisis remains a major challenge for the industry. In Part 1 of this hiring blog post series, you learned about optimizing your job postings.

Hiring 78

Hiring Website Management Reference Document 78

Lavu

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

million, while the number of hires was 1.3 This means that there were 600,000 more job openings than hires in the food services and drinking places industry in July 2023. Some owners have had to take on multiple roles themselves or hire unqualified staff, affecting the quality of service and customer experience.

Loyalty Program 166

Loyalty Program Front of House Mobile Ordering Customer Service 166

Embrace the Suck

MAY 14, 2023

In my years of experience both as a restaurant consultant and a restaurant owner, I've observed the industry from multiple angles. It begins with a pinch of complacency, a dash of poor decision-making, and a generous serving of ineffective communication. The experience your patrons receive is critical to your restaurant's success.

Leadership 221

Leadership Customer Service Loyalty Program Customer Experience 221

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 21, 2019

There’s no question that the restaurant delivery and reservations experience has become increasingly digitized in recent years, and there’s no sign of this trend slowing down in the future. Despite the number of customer calls that come in, 62 percent of them go unanswered. Absolutely not. Answering the Call.

Customer Experience 105

Customer Experience Online Ordering Customer Service Reservations 105

Culinary Cues

AUGUST 28, 2020

COMMUNICATION. As much as communication is always the number one criticism of those on the receiving end – it will be even more so during times of crisis. Communicate profusely with your business guests – use all of the mediums available and make the communication positive and uplifting. CREATING A BUZZ. CREATING A BUZZ.

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Social Media Communication Loyalty Program Training 436

7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 26, 2021

These fees, when not managed, cut deep into razor-thin margins, and in some cases, can contribute to a restaurant closing for good. This comes with two huge advantages: high margins and owned customer data. Owning your customer and delivery data is invaluable. Without existing apps, this lives on your restaurant’s website.

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Online Ordering Ordering Customer Service Food Order 341

Culinary Cues

DECEMBER 30, 2019

The following provides some “food for thought”, maybe even a “look in the mirror” checklist for those who are drifting away from those initial goals. [] THINKING THEY CAN MANAGE THROUGH OTHERS. Even when the owner is present – he or she must depend on the consistent interactions between customers and the restaurant’s employees.

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Cash Management Point of Sale Leadership Website Management 266

Restaurant365

MAY 7, 2021

However, the current moment is an unprecedented challenge for managers and operators. While restaurant owners and operators are certainly relieved to be coming out on the other side of the pandemic, restaurant hiring has become a looming challenge. Hiring challenges. Tracking applicants during the hiring process.

Hiring 78

Hiring Recruiting Employee Relations Social Media 78

7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

My managers also used code names based on menu items to “rate” female customers. When she was 23, the manager asked her to put on makeup in one of her first shifts at a breakfast grill. At her first job as a server, she tried to show a new hire how to make a side salad. He assured me he would only use it to trade shifts.

Leadership 195

Leadership FOH BOH Website Management 195

Lavu

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Offering a smaller menu that travels well and packaging everything nicely can make the customer experience even better. And don’t forget about making deliveries on time and having great customer service – those things are super important for building a loyal customer base and getting a good reputation.

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Delivery Food Online Ordering Mobile Ordering 166

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

Some leaders, including brands like Wingstop, Chipotle, Starbucks, and others, as a result of early investments in the digital customer experience, were already experiencing well-above-average digital sales numbers, and were much better prepared for what came next. Customer Engagement, Redefined. It was about a growth engine.

Mobile Ordering 185

Mobile Ordering Email Marketing Online Ordering Website Management 185

Open for Business

MARCH 23, 2023

A solid marketing strategy will help you attract new guests and keep them coming back, but marketing duties often fall to the bottom of a busy restaurant owner or manager’s to-do list. Hiring the right people for restaurant marketing jobs can mean you’re getting more out of your marketing efforts.

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2023 Marketing Social Media Email Marketing 78

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine surveyed marketing experts to find out the best ways restaurants can market themselves now. Customers are going to be hesitant to dine indoors. Create a contactless experience via QR Codes with a contactless menu and contactless check-ins. 'Safety' Here are their insights.

Marketing 233

Marketing Social Media Food Safety Email Marketing 233

7 Shifts

MARCH 27, 2020

Do you have delivery drivers who you could hire, or would your FOH staff take on this role for extra pay? What measures can you take to make customers feel more comfortable ordering from you? How to communicate your COVID-19 restaurant closure. Make sure that staff know about your COVID-19 restaurant closure before customers do.

Social Media 312

Social Media Restaurant Law Employee Relations Communication 312

7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

They're people leaders, customer service providers, line cooks, inventory managers, occasional bartenders, public relations reps, number crunchers, and even marketers. It is your roadmap to attracting and retaining customers. Identify Target Customers. Restaurant owners and operators wear a lot of hats. Table of Contents.

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Seating Email Marketing Marketing SEO 222

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 29, 2021

While staffing has always topped the list of restaurant owner/manager pain points, it now seems to be at crisis proportions. Instead of belaboring the issue, Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine went to the experts for some solutions. Customers can order and pay without speaking to a human and a runner delivers the food.

Fast Casual 219

Fast Casual Hiring Front of House Online Ordering 219

Chowly

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Overview In 2023, small restaurant owners faced challenges but stayed strong, supported by loyal customers and robust spending. The restaurant industry’s optimism rests on customer loyalty, with 9 in 10 consumers considering dining out an essential lifestyle choice. Job opportunities expanded, with over 2.6

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2024 Loyalty Program 2023 Point of Sale 96

Open for Business

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Once upon a time, most restaurants operated on a patchwork of paper systems involving notebooks and back-of-the-napkin calculations, not to mention information owners and managers kept in their heads, hunches, and habits. Manage your team and costs. Communicate with guests. Table management software. Quick links.

Technology 147

Technology Front of House Back of House Online Ordering 147

Sling

JULY 24, 2023

Restaurant management software is a rapidly expanding niche of software development. Some of these apps are designed to solve specific problems, like shift scheduling or point of sale , while others boast all-in-one suites for every aspect of restaurant management.

2023 78

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Sling

SEPTEMBER 6, 2021

A well-designed restaurant website is the cornerstone of this online presence and can serve to both attract new customers and build loyalty in existing customers. But how do you create an inspiring restaurant website? Effective Restaurant Websites. Don’t settle for washed-out, blurry photos on your website.

Website Management 78

Website Management Loyalty Program Online Ordering Mobile Ordering 78

Restaurant365

MAY 7, 2020

Check for state requirements on your governor’s or state health department’s website. Adhere to protocols addressing the protection of both customers and employees. Since your customers and your employees will interact, all protocols are critical for minimizing the risk of transmission. Managing Food Pick Up and Delivery.

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Food Safety Cash Management Point of Sale Social Media 142

Open for Business

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

But today, restaurant tech plays a major role in improving the guest experience. Technology will never be able to replace the personal touch of a seasoned server or the empathy of a veteran bartender, but it can be a huge help in increasing guest satisfaction and delivering a great guest experience. What is the guest experience?

Technology 78

Technology Online Ordering Website Management Mobile Ordering 78

Sling

OCTOBER 1, 2023

Along the way, we’ll address such issues as: Working from home or a storefront The importance of state and local health codes Creating a business plan Getting incorporated and licensed Hiring and scheduling employees We’ll also discuss financing (to make it all possible) and advertising and marketing (to keep it all going). Hire and train.

Catering 78

Catering License Transportation Advertising 78

Get Beyond

JANUARY 4, 2024

What’s more, consider sharing some or all of your mission with customers. Regarding strategy, the messaging can help current and future customers get to know you better and help you stand out. But, with the new year beginning, now is a great time for a refresher on customer service. Here’s why.

2024 52

2024 Small Business Cash Management Email Marketing 52

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 21, 2020

The news may raise concerns for both customers and operators alike because it’s no secret just how contagious COVID-19 can be in public places. With less inventory and even fewer customers coming in, we recommend that you widen your margins and revamp your offerings. Instead, you can reach a compromise in your menu.

Social Media 203

Social Media Food Safety Cash Management Kitchen Safety 203

7 Shifts

MAY 11, 2020

We don't want to reopen the restaurants unless we know that we can provide a safe and healthy work environment and eating environment for our customers. Employees must report any symptoms and recent travel to their managers before a shift. I'm so sorry, I'm not doing that anymore.’ Employee health assessments ???

BOH 368

BOH FOH Food Safety Equipment 368

Sling

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

So, for example, if you’re looking for a waitress with great customer rapport, remember that the latter skill is much more difficult to teach. As a business owner, you may be operating with the belief that experience trumps everything. Look, instead, for “great” people and give them the experience they need.

Website Management 107

Website Management Social Media Tip Distribution Hiring 107

Sling

JUNE 19, 2023

You’ll experience firsthand what it takes to keep a bar going and gain valuable experience in basic business practices, like: Customer service Employee development Marketing Payroll Inventory Scheduling Becoming a better manager You can then transfer the lessons you learn working for someone else to your own unique venture.

Bar 78

Bar Employee Relations Equipment Advertising 78

Sling

AUGUST 9, 2023

March 2023 13 Expert Tips for Effective Employee Communication March 2023 11 Types of Job Shifts Managers Should Know March 2023 What Is Incentive Pay and How Does it Work? March 2023 What Is a Human Resource Management System (HRMS)?

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Sling

OCTOBER 31, 2022

Getting a customer-centric point of view can go a long way toward helping you make the right decisions. Doing so will give you valuable insight into what it takes to run this type of business on a daily basis, including fundamentals like: Marketing Payroll Retail management Scheduling Employee development Customer service.

Insurance 78

Insurance Website Management Equipment Advertising 78

Sling

MAY 14, 2022

Employee value proposition defined Elements of an effective employee value proposition Tips for creating a compelling employee value proposition Build value with strong team management. A strong employee value proposition goes above and beyond the hourly or salary pay your team receives to include every aspect of the employee experience.

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Management Management Employee Relations Insurance 78

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry insiders for their perspection on 2020: What lessons did you learn and what do you feel the restaurant industry learned this year? From the very beginning we worked to attract loyal guests seeking an authentic, family dining experience. Here are their responses.

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2020 Online Ordering Point of Sale Fast Casual 154

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 19, 2020

Modern Restaurat Management (MRM) magazine is collaborating with the team at MarketScale on The Main Course , a podcast that aims to explore the intense and competitive modern restaurant industry. "We Barbara Castiglia , MODERATOR – Modern Restaurant Management. The Main Course. Space is limited, so click here to register.

Kitchen Safety 197

Kitchen Safety Loyalty Program Delivery Customer Service 197

SpotOn

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Establishing a rapport with the customer, finding out their needs, and pointing out the solutions your business offers are elements that some people find easier than others.  Such proficiency in customer interactions is a rare skill. Managing remote businesses adds an additional layer of complexity to retail recruitment.

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Recruiting Retail Point of Sale Small Business 52

Apicbase

JUNE 20, 2022

Before we talk about franchisees’ hiring and retention process, here’s a definition and a brief introduction to the role that franchisees play in your restaurant business. They run their restaurant’s day-to-day business operations, meet with customers and vendors, and hire and train their team – to name just a few responsibilities.

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Recruiting Franchise Franchising Loyalty Program 52