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!

Retail 88

Retail Communication Employee Relations Hotels 88

7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Salt & Straw in Portland made “Saltie Salutes” part of their internal communication so employees can send each other recognition for jobs well done. When teams participate in non-work activities together, it increases trust, which in turn boosts morale and improves communication.

Front of House 381

Front of House Social Media Back of House Sports 381

7 Shifts

OCTOBER 14, 2021

Big parties, holiday specials, and private events are, too. Communicate better. Communication is always important for a successful restaurant team , and when things get busy during the holidays, it becomes absolutely essential. Events in the 7shifts calendar. The holiday season is upon us. Here's how: 1. Announcements.

Tip Distribution 370

Tip Distribution Hiring Communication Events 370

Restaurant365

JUNE 29, 2021

Resources to become a communications superstar. The post Presenting Restaurant365’s Master Class in Restaurant Operations LIVE Event appeared first on Restaurant365. Watch the crash course master class on restaurant operations and learn the following from our R365 experts: How to make each of your managers the best managers.

Presentation 78

Presentation Events Operations Webinar 78

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 3, 2024

We will discuss how to build customer communication and what aspects to prioritize to make your establishment stand out and thrive. Trend Three: Using Omnichannel The story of choosing one communication channel and actively promoting the restaurant there will be less effective. Host thematic city events.

2024 209

2024 Social Media Customer Experience Events 209

7 Shifts

JULY 31, 2020

We encountered different problems [with spreadsheets], such when there was an event or a fundraiser.at the time of doing the schedule, we had to rely on them to remember that on this day we have this [event] and for them to schedule accordingly. Issues of communication, or lack thereof, is very common in the restaurant.

Management 370

Management Management Document Communication 370

7 Shifts

OCTOBER 22, 2021

That's where proper holiday work scheduling comes into play — and with the right combination of tools, organization, and communication, restaurants and their teams will soar through the holiday season with more ease than Santa on his sleigh. Are there any events that have special staffing needs? Table of Contents.

Seasonal Menu 370

Seasonal Menu Hiring Reference Mobile Ordering 370

7 Shifts

JANUARY 23, 2024

Also, keep an eye out for things that could affect restaurant traffic, like sporting events, weather, or tourism-related factors. Prior year data doesn’t account for when local festivals or sporting events happen. Use prior sales data as a baseline for the typical ebbs and flows. If you do, now is the time to have it checked.

Restaurant Law 195

Restaurant Law Employee Relations Tip Distribution Communication 195

Restaurant365

JUNE 29, 2021

Resources to become a communications superstar. The post Watch Webinar: Presenting Restaurant365’s Master Class in Restaurant Operations LIVE Event appeared first on Restaurant365. Strategies to maintain profitability across all of your restaurant locations. Productivity tips and tools for managing in a digital world.

Webinar 78

Webinar Presentation Events Operations 78

7 Shifts

MAY 3, 2021

Events In addition to the weather forecasts, 7shifts allows you to create custom events if every Wednesday is “Wing Night” on the patio with 50 cent wings, you can add that to everyone’s calendar so it doesn’t get forgotten. Events can be anything from holidays to “Bottomless Brunch” to a big reservation.

Outdoor 370

Outdoor Point of Sale Seating Dine-in 370

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

They often have to rely on historical data to forecast customer demand, and typically can’t take into account the impact of weather and other local events on demand. Scheduling employees is one of the most time-intensive tasks for restaurant managers.

Management 208

Management Management Customer Experience Communication 208

7 Shifts

JUNE 3, 2022

Give your employees the flexibility to swap shifts with their coworkers in the event of last-minute changes. And there are a number of easy ways to do it: Praise publicly on internal communication channels like email, group chats, or staff pages. Communication is lacking. The Solution: Standardize team communication.

Tip Distribution 397

Tip Distribution Email Marketing Communication Coaching 397

7 Shifts

JANUARY 20, 2023

And this huge event draws in a lot of people who are looking for a quick and easy meal. To speed things up, you could build a loyalty program or organize giveaways leading up to important events like the Super Bowl. What about who's going to host in-restaurant events like trivias or other contests?

Specials 195

Specials 2023 Social Media Email Marketing 195

Culinary Cues

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

In this size operation there will likely be a sous chef for each restaurant outlet and a banquet chef whose focus is large-scale events. There may even be an executive sous chef so that the executive chef can focus on future planning, communication, team building, concept development, and budgetary issues.

Beverage 487

Beverage Events Food Order Website Management 487

Culinary Cues

MAY 13, 2023

Oftentimes these properties boast a few a ’la carte restaurants, room service, special property events, banquets, weddings, buffets, and three meals a day in at least one of their outlets. The ability to execute events of more than 500 persons helps to build competence, speed, efficiency, and confidence.

Hotels 426

Hotels Point of Sale Cash Management Training 426

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 12, 2023

They also value restaurants that support local communities through various programs, such as providing meals to the less fortunate or sponsoring local events. Communicating Your Brand Purpose Communicating your brand purpose can significantly increase your restaurant’s appeal to Gen Z customers.

Social Media 167

Social Media Loyalty Program Communication Sustainability 167

Culinary Cues

MARCH 25, 2021

The chef in an operation is the ultimate problem-solver. [] COMMUNICATION: Great ideas, helpful experiences, and important decisions will fail to meet objectives unless the chef is able to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.

Communication 436

Communication Coaching Fine Dining Influencer 436

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. QUALITY FIRST.

Social Media 436

Social Media Communication Loyalty Program Training 436

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 4, 2023

And because sometimes things change, modern virtual queuing software allows for important alerts and notifications to be sent directly to the patron’s device in the event of unexpected changes.

Customer Experience 203

Customer Experience Customer Service Technology Communication 203

Culinary Cues

OCTOBER 19, 2020

Especially in operations where there are significant numbers of banquets and special events – the cook is assigned a function and must either align with a project strategy already developed by the chef, or in some cases build and manage that project independently. Communication in all of its forms is essential in a well-run kitchen.

Restaurant Law 444

Restaurant Law Communication Café Take-out 444

7 Shifts

AUGUST 26, 2019

Frustrated with disjointed scheduling and communication processes, The Burger’s Priest came to 7shifts to streamline scheduling and communication to keep their team in the know and consistently hit their labor targets.

Communication 277

Communication POS Management Management 277

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 4, 2023

In addition, automated demand forecasting engines can factor in historical data, operations, and events to better predict customer demand by channel and location and ensure optimal staffing across all customer touchpoints. The latest WFM technology innovations also include modern compliance and communication tools.

2023 167

2023 Customer Experience Restaurant Law Communication 167

7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

You can use a newsletter to update them about a new location opening , special offers, menu upgrades, or food-based events. An email newsletter allows your business to communicate regularly with customers outside of your restaurant's four walls. Special events such as birthdays and anniversaries also show how much you care about them.

Email Marketing 195

Email Marketing Loyalty Program Social Media Point of Sale 195

Culinary Cues

FEBRUARY 8, 2020

Working towards some level of consistency and being cognizant of important dates and events in a cook’s life will go a long way toward creating retention loyalty. COMMUNICATE, COMMUNICATE, COMMUNICATE. HAVE THEIR BACK. Supporting your team members and letting them know what your position is with this is critical.

Loyalty Program 582

Loyalty Program Communication Training Coaching 582

SpotOn

APRIL 24, 2024

Equal parts bar and venue, Armory hosts large events of all types: live music, MMA fights, cornhole tournaments, and enough happy hours and DJ nights to keep partygoing St. Louis—both in terms of its 250,000 square feet and its conception of what a bar can be.  Louisans busy all year long. And SpotOn will grow with us.”

Entertainment 98

Entertainment Point of Sale POS Bar 98

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Through the campaign, the James Beard Foundation will support chefs by: Providing Communications Support The Foundation will equip chefs and culinary leaders with essential information, data, and media and advocacy training. It will also provide toolkits and communication assets to assist in educating federal policymakers.

Food Supply 110

Food Supply Leadership Social Media Education 110

Culinary Cues

MAY 21, 2023

Like most living things, the desire to connect, communicate, and follow others has been apparent since the beginning of time. So, I thought from what I know, and what I have experienced, I would take a hard look at the good, the bad, and the ugly (the theme song from the movie is playing in my head).

Technology 335

Technology Social Media Back of House Front of House 335

7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 28, 2020

At Hyperion, schedules were being crafted in Excel and all communication was done through email to the GM. Events management By ensuring all Events were added into 7shifts, from birthday parties to sporting events, management could more accurately schedule based on the expected foot traffic that day.

Restaurant Law 259

Restaurant Law Sports Events Front of House 259

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Some of the most common impediments to employee engagement and retention include: insufficient or improper onboarding processes for new staff, ineffective or even chaotic communication with workers, and little or no acknowledgement of great performance at work. These lead to poor employee experience and often frustration among staff.

Management 198

Management Management Food Safety Communication 198

Restaurant365

JANUARY 11, 2022

Both need a way to communicate what happens as part of a shift-to-shift handoff, as well as occurrences that may impact key performance indicators (KPI) and operational efficiencies. Communicating this jumbled information up to above store operators can be challenging. Improve communication with your restaurant manager log.

Management 158

Management Management Employee Relations Communication 158

7 Shifts

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Across all roles, employees report that the areas that are most impactful when it comes to workplace satisfaction are: Their team—Coworkers, Managers, and Communication. Given that many restaurant employees are around the same age, too, helps foster a sense of community. Communication 4/5. Your coworkers 4.16/5,

Employee Relations 370

Employee Relations Communication Hospitality 2022 370

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Engage with local schools or try hosting teen-friendly events. Events, promotions, and unique experiences for employees can increase your appeal. It’s not just about the money: A job can also be an education for teens, where they learn responsibility, communication, and how to advocate for themselves.

2000 198

2000 Food Supply Hiring 2023 198

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 1, 2020

In the event of a crisis, it helps to have a dedicated team that can respond to the situation in good time. For example, there should be someone who handles communication, supply chain issues, financial forecasting, etc. For example, there should be someone who handles communication, supply chain issues, financial forecasting, etc.

Hospitality 182

Hospitality Insurance Food Supply Social Media 182

7 Shifts

AUGUST 26, 2019

After struggling with time and money lost to manual scheduling, they ditched spreadsheets to streamline their scheduling, communication, and performance tracking with 7shifts’ easy-to-use, intuitive labor management platform. Snakes & Lattes is Toronto’s premiere board game cafe, with 5 locations across the city.

Website Management 247

Website Management Social Media Communication Book 247

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 24, 2022

Organize company events. Organize events like happy hour outings to celebrate work anniversaries, birthdays and other important milestones. Communicate. It’s important that front-of-house and back-of-house staff members have clear lines of communication with you and with each other.

Front of House 209

Front of House Seminar Back of House Social Media 209

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 12, 2022

The event celebrates another year of connecting hungry guests with discounted meals at restaurants all over the country, and 2022 is shaping up to be a different experience than in years past. Increase reservations at your restaurant and excitement around Restaurant Week by communicating to your customers using multiple platforms.

Loyalty Program 223

Loyalty Program Online Ordering Point of Sale Customer Experience 223

Restaurant365

JANUARY 11, 2022

Both need a way to communicate what happens as part of a shift-to-shift handoff, as well as occurrences that may impact key performance indicators (KPI) and operational efficiencies. Communicating this jumbled information up to above store operators can be challenging. Improve communication with your restaurant manager log.

Management 142

Management Management Employee Relations Communication 142