Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 23, 2020

A great menu or location will bring customers into your restaurant, but stellar customer service is what will keep them coming back. Providing excellent service and a friendly atmosphere will earn you regulars – and those sought after five-star customer reviews. So how do we develop vital customer service?

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Communication Training Dietary Restrictions Customer Service 155

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 29, 2020

Angelo’s Pizza, who has all but closed their doors to customers, are using two-way radios to help keep their business open and still get food to their loyal customers. The idea behind using these seemingly old pieces of technology was that it would help improve communication among employees, Neitzel said.

Communication 209

Communication Customer Service Food Order Technology 209

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 22, 2020

Restaurants that smartly capitalize on texting communication best practices should enjoy boosts across the board—in more repeat customers, better service and a more intelligent (and faster) delivery for internal staff communications. Additionally, set expectations upfront as to how often you will notify customers.

Communication 197

Communication Email Marketing Customer Service Reservations 197

Lavu

APRIL 8, 2020

As it becomes overwhelming to know which ones are important to read versus which ones have something different or important to daily life, remember the various ways of communicating with your customers through the remainder of this pandemic. to engage consumers and regular customers. Remember Your Brand. Email the Simple Truth.

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Communication Loyalty Program Social Media Online Ordering 144

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 19, 2024

However, as we surge forward, it's imperative to highlight what's missing from today's dining experience and identify the qualities that elevate a great manager to give the next level service assisted by AI, required to succeed in this new environment. For this reason we must uncover a way to bridge that gap.

Leadership 193

Leadership Customer Service Customer Experience Technology 193

Next Restaurants

MAY 12, 2020

Be Sure Customers Know the Steps You’re Taking. Right now with the pandemic ongoing, you are probably doing delivery and curbside service. Do your customers know enough about your cleaning processes to trust your kitchen, staff, and lobby? Find a good way to communicate the steps you’re taking. During COVID-19.

Communication 117

Communication Social Media Equipment Website Management 117

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 15, 2024

One of the most important parts of being a successful restaurant manager is having the ability to hear their customers’ concerns. However, it can sometimes take time to get customers to respond to surveys they're given. Customers can be lost to boredom or quit halfway if a survey is too long.

Management 190

Management Management Loyalty Program Social Media 190

Culinary Cues

MARCH 26, 2022

Develop your standards, teach your standards, execute your standards, measure your standards, and solicit feedback on how those standards sit with customers, vendors, and staff. Plain and simple – social media IS YOUR MOST IMPORTANT PLATFORM FOR COMMUNICATION. Service is off.” [] NOT ESTABLISHING STANDARDS.

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Cash Management Social Media Restaurant Law Communication 366

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Not much sours a customer’s perception of a restaurant as fast as unwieldy lines and long waits. Although management can’t always eliminate the wait for service entirely, they can use modern technology to set reliable wait time expectations from the start.

Customer Experience 197

Customer Experience Customer Service Technology Communication 197

Hot Schedules

JUNE 17, 2021

5 Ways Using Retail Employee Scheduling Software Turns Communication Breakdowns into Breakthroughs. I n any retail environment, communication breakdowns can lead to frustrated employees, poor service, and increased turnover. Find out how retail scheduling software can help streamline your communications and business operations!

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Retail Communication Employee Relations Hotels 88

7 Shifts

JULY 22, 2022

You have the ability to build custom job postings in order to find ideal, qualified candidates for your restaurant's roles. With more customers dining inside and out on the patio this season, you need the ability to create custom tip pools that fit your restaurant’s needs. Communications. Staffing for summer.

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Tip Distribution Certification Document Seasonal Menu 391

7 Shifts

AUGUST 19, 2020

This takes your attention away from your core management responsibilities—plus a continuous stream of new, untrained staff can lead to mistakes and poor guest service. Keeping a training manual at service stations or behind bars gives everyone a source of truth and helps iron out those little mistakes.

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Training Kitchen Safety Customer Service Food Safety 370

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Restaurants are no longer just about the food – they are about the complete dining experience, which includes ambiance, service speed, and personalized interaction. These technologies promise to streamline processes, improve customer service, and provide a competitive edge in an increasingly digital world.

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Operations Front of House Customer Service Kitchen Safety 184

7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

Customer service training. Customize this overview to fit your restaurant’s onboarding timeline. For after-hours questions, tell trainees to communicate with their mentors via your restaurant's team communication tool to help staff maintain a work-life balance. Be thorough in your communication.

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FOH BOH Food Safety Customer Service 307

7 Shifts

JANUARY 23, 2024

Here’s how this could look in a typical table-service establishment. For example, you can look at how many covers a server typically completes during service. Divide the production standards by the number of customers. This can be on services like Slack or Microsoft Teams, or simply a group WhatsApp or iMessage.

Restaurant Law 418

Restaurant Law Employee Relations Tip Distribution Communication 418

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

The fusion of technology and food service is transforming the way restaurants operate, enhancing customer experiences, and shaping the future of the industry. From the way we place orders to how they’re prepared, every facet of the food service sector is being touched by technology. billion and is expected to grow to $223.7

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Technology Online Ordering Mobile Ordering Customer Service 191

Lavu

OCTOBER 13, 2023

You can’t fix your table turnover rate without understanding the two key components: the total number of tables and the total number of customers served over a specific period. This should include all tables available for seating customers. This period could be a day, week, month, or any time frame you choose.

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Seating Mobile Ordering Customer Service Cash Management 173

7 Shifts

JANUARY 10, 2024

Located in a market with a focus on Latin American businesses, what sets Destino apart (aside from inventive cocktails) is the note under the dessert menu: “In lieu of tipping, we add a 20% service charge to each order to support a professional wage for our entire team. Table of Contents What is a service charge?

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FOH Front of House Customer Service Back of House 221

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Here’s an important – but often overlooked – truth for the restaurant industry: To make your customers to feel valued and appreciated, you must get their orders right! It might be a simple miscommunication, where the person taking the order misheard the customer’s special request. Scathing reviews.

Ordering 222

Ordering Employee Relations Online Ordering Customer Service 222

7 Shifts

MARCH 23, 2022

Restaurant Type: Quick Service. With their original methods of scheduling, communication among staff and management was disconnected. Staff would call into the store to get their schedule—pulling managers away from customers. With 7shifts, communication between staff and their managers is simple. Executive Summary.

Front of House 369

Front of House Back of House Communication Employee Relations 369

7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

Whatever the reason for an item needing to be 86'ed, this restaurant term works really well as a quick way to communicate the need to take an item off the menu. For instance, BOH staff may use it to communicate in any interaction they have. In nearly every context, it means to “refuse service”, “get rid of” or “nix” something.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 12, 2021

Giving workers mobile communication tools increases retention in several ways: Empowers workers by giving them access to real-time communication to help them perform their jobs better. Gives front-of-house teams the resources to provide better customer service. ” Digital Communication Can Increase Customer Loyalty.

Mobile Ordering 193

Mobile Ordering Front of House Communication Online Ordering 193

7 Shifts

JANUARY 10, 2024

Located in a market with a focus on Latin American businesses, what sets Destino apart (aside from inventive cocktails) is the note under the dessert menu: “In lieu of tipping, we add a 20% service charge to each order to support a professional wage for our entire team. Table of Contents What is a service charge?

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FOH Front of House Customer Service Back of House 195

7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

Support and Customer Service How responsive and effective is your current provider's support? Find out about each provider’s customer service and support so you know if they can be counted on to resolve issues quickly. One of the most impressive aspects of 7shifts is the customer service availability.

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Embrace the Suck

MAY 14, 2023

It begins with a pinch of complacency, a dash of poor decision-making, and a generous serving of ineffective communication. This recipe of deficiency, when left to simmer, becomes a potent brew of dissatisfaction and disengagement, both among staff and customers. Satisfied staff deliver superior service, leading to content guests.

Leadership 221

Leadership Customer Service Loyalty Program Customer Experience 221

Culinary Cues

APRIL 26, 2020

What will our restaurants physically look like with social distancing, how will we be able to interact with guests at service, how will our kitchen teams function as a unit, what changes will be necessary for our menus to be effective, and what role will take out and delivery play in every restaurant concept? Everything helps.

Guest Recovery 310

Guest Recovery Kitchen Safety Customer Service Food Safety 310

Lavu

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Running a Bar: 7 Key Features You Need to Become The Best Bar POS System in 2024 In the bustling world of hospitality, the backbone of a bar’s success lies in its operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. Related: Customization is King: Using POS Systems with Open APIs 2.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 6, 2023

As customers continue to feel more comfortable dining out, restaurants should have health and safety measures down pat. Exceeding health and safety standards not only ensures the well-being of customers, but it also cultivates a positive experience that fosters loyalty.

Audits 181

Audits Kitchen Safety Mobile Ordering Customer Experience 181

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 17, 2024

“At a time when restaurants are continuing to face increased costs of operation, owners must be cognizant of not only the customer experience but also the impacts their changes will have on loyalty patterns. Open communication with customers is valuable in gaining insights before rolling out price changes.

Pricing 155

Pricing Loyalty Program Customer Experience Consumer Goods 155

Bingage

APRIL 16, 2024

Earning customer loyalty takes time and effort! but the first and most important step is to choose the best loyalty program which can help to gain customer loyalty, engagement, retention and of course revenue generation. Tier-based loyalty program: Enables VIP Tiers and sends exclusive perks to customers on achieving milestones.

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Loyalty Program 2024 Email Marketing Coupons 98

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 12, 2023

Brand purpose is crucial in the management of restaurants as it can significantly enhance customer loyalty, employee engagement, and overall business performance. Aligning your restaurant’s purpose with the values of your Gen Z customers can attract them and inspire them to become vocal advocates for your brand.

Social Media 167

Social Media Loyalty Program Communication Sustainability 167

Bingage

APRIL 16, 2024

Earning customer loyalty takes time and effort! but the first and most important step is to choose the best loyalty program which can help to gain customer loyalty, engagement, retention and of course revenue generation. Tier-based loyalty program: Enables VIP Tiers and sends exclusive perks to customers on achieving milestones.

Loyalty Program 97

Loyalty Program 2024 Email Marketing Coupons 97

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 12, 2024

KIn the dynamic world of quick-service restaurants, innovation and adaptability are critical to evolve successfully in order to drive business growth with consumer preferences continuously changing. With industry data projecting the catering and food service sector to reach $477.3B

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Catering Coaching Communication Customer Service 106

Sling

APRIL 1, 2024

If your team members perform any type of work offsite or if your business manages two or more locations, field service management software can help keep your operation organized, running smoothly, and on the path to success. Table of contents What is field service management software? Others have a flat monthly fee.

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2024 Management Management Customer Service 78

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 9, 2023

Among these industries, the quick service restaurant (QSR) sector stood at the forefront of this seismic shift. One effective way to gauge how technology improves the overall experience is by prioritizing the needs and preferences of customers in the decision-making process.

Technology 167

Technology Customer Experience Online Ordering Communication 167

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 18, 2023

A Look Back at 2023 To gauge the state of the restaurant industry, including the industry’s most pertinent worries around food and labor costs, Restaurant365 conducted a survey of over 730 customers representing 14,000+ locations in December 2022 and again in September 2023. By July, 83 percent had seen a rise in labor costs.

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2024 2023 Back of House 2022 197

Lavu

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics July 2023 Job Openings and Labor Turnover Summary , the number of job openings in the food services and drinking places industry was 1.9 This means that there were 600,000 more job openings than hires in the food services and drinking places industry in July 2023.

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Loyalty Program Front of House Mobile Ordering Customer Service 166