7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

Admin: Filling out employment paperwork and receiving access to tools like the employee timekeeping portal, employee email, POS, and security system. 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.

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FOH Food Safety BOH Customer Service 307

Squirrel Systems

JUNE 10, 2025

Immediate Changes at Your Fingertips With Squirrel 11, changes made at FOH on the POS take effect immediately, allowing you to adapt to any situation on the fly. It’s not only faster, but also easier to make adjustments at the front of house (FOH) on the POS rather than to retreat to the office and use Squirrel Back Office.

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7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

The first technologies that restaurants often invest in are cloud-based point of sale (POS) systems and payroll processing. A wide-ranging industry report from Toast included a section on restaurant technology trends, noting that 82% of restaurants were using a POS, followed by 56% using payroll software.

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Technology Mobile Ordering Social Media Online Ordering 312

7 Shifts

MAY 11, 2020

Restart your POS subscription Reactivate your 7shifts account Reactivate your payroll system Reactivate your guest management or reservation systems Reactivate your music system 4. You may even need to bring on more FOH staff to act as your delivery drivers if you’re offering direct.

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BOH Food Safety FOH Equipment 368

7 Shifts

MAY 31, 2021

For prep, cooks would restock their work stations and FOH staff might prep tables and utensils for the first dinner guests. What about when the server enters the wrong order in the POS and doesn't realize it until they get to the table? If so, the server takes it and sends it to the kitchen ASAP by entering it into the POS.

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Operations Inventory Hiring Customer Service 363

7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

This means access to things like: Unauthorized access to POS data. Given the nature of how restaurants operate —with complex systems in the FOH and BOH —ensuring that receive orders, collect payment, and pay teams—here are numerous areas of the business that could be breached. Unauthorized access to guest data. More on this below!).

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POS Audits Loyalty Program Information 370

Lavu

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

Poor employee relations go unnoticed and slip-ups in communications can be handled without disturbing the customer experience. It’s when things get busy that these dysfunctions transform your restaurant team into a discombobulated mass of opposing operations and communications. Lavu Pro Tip: Avoid using chef jargon with the FOH staff.

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FOH BOH Employee Relations Communication 88

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 16, 2021

Tableside ordering via tablets, tableside payment, POS systems designed with mobility and flexibility in mind have dominated the market growing out of the fast casual. In order to foster a more local food economy, we foresee restaurants working more closely with suppliers and vendors to communicate to diners the source of their ingredients.

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Fast Casual Front of House Fine Dining Mobile Ordering 390

7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

However, those with experience on the front-of-house (FOH) side of restaurants know there's more to server duties than meets the eye. Best Practices for Managing Side Duties Communication and to-do lists are crucial to successfully managing server side work. Server side work duties are just as crucial as primary duties.

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FOH Management Management Cash Management 195

Lavu

JUNE 20, 2025

With a restaurant POS system , restaurateurs and managers can have an integrated platform where all aspects, from ordering to delivery, down to accounting can be effectively monitored. In the kitchen, the BOH receives the order, and on the floor, the FOH concentrates on delivering exceptional service or keeping the restaurant clean.

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Technology 2025 Online Ordering Fast Casual 78

7 Shifts

OCTOBER 2, 2019

Additionally, make them accessible in a shared drive or through your restaurant communication system. If you’re new to the restaurant, let the staff help you get familiarized with the POS, the opening and closing procedures, or the restocking routine. Communication is key in every part of the restaurant business.

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Management Management Communication Back of House 285

7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

If you're new to the industry and are wondering what experience you'll acquire in a restaurant job, or if you're an industry vet looking to clearly communicate your abilities and skills on a restaurant resume, read on for 20 distinct skills learned while working in a restaurant. Communication. Making Your Food Service Resume Stand Out.

Front of House 370

Front of House Back of House Kitchen Safety Food Safety 370

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? How to communicate your COVID-19 restaurant closure. Whether you decide to close your restaurant partially or fully, it’s important to communicate your decision properly to staff and customers.

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Social Media Restaurant Law Employee Relations Communication 312

7 Shifts

DECEMBER 18, 2023

It also gets rid of those frustrating sticky notes all over your POS. Employee communications tools When it comes to employee communications, texting and phone calls get the job done. Having a secure, business-centric communication tool allows you to share schedules and announcements instantly.

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Management Management Email Marketing Point of Sale 195

7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

For that to happen, it's necessary to understand the rules of tipping out, choose a structure that works for your staff, and communicate that structure to employees clearly. Tip Pooling by FOH & BOH. Sharing tips with kitchen employees is an effective way to bridge the wage gap between FOH and BOH workers. Table of Contents.

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Tip Distribution FOH Front of House Restaurant Law 195

7 Shifts

AUGUST 20, 2024

Look for systems that integrate seamlessly with your existing POS and table management software for a cohesive guest experience. Mobile POS systems are great for enabling contactless payments. Clear communication is critical to implementing this strategy without upsetting your guests. Plus, it’s not just about efficiency.

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Online Ordering Fast Casual Fine Dining Seating 221

Lavu

JUNE 4, 2019

When it comes to meal ordering and preparation, kitchen display systems (KDS) are replacing the need for handwritten and verbally communicated tickets in restaurants. Simply put, FOH is all of the areas that a customer is exposed to during their dining experience, like the host area and dining area. Let’s get started! Efficiency.

BOH 112

BOH FOH Front of House Back of House 112

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

Restaurants will adopt mobile-first hardware architectures and API-connected software platforms that can be unified at every digital touchpoint, from order taking at POS or self-service, to food prep in smart kitchens, to service in-house, and finally delivery to in-restaurant tables or the customer’s front door.

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Mobile Ordering Front of House Customer Service Customer Experience 539

The Restaurant Times

MARCH 10, 2023

Front-of-house (FOH) refers to all activities and settings a patron will experience while dining at a restaurant, including the lobby and dining area. The FOH staff greets and receives customers and relays their requests. The FOH manager supervises all front-of-house staff and reports to the GM. The answer to the FOH manager.

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Front of House FOH Back of House Online Ordering 52

Lavu

MARCH 13, 2020

If your staff relies on outdated methods of placing orders, it’s likely that restaurant communications are strained, which means your restaurant is operating below its potential. Your team of employees can only do so much with what they’re given, so you might consider improving their modes of communication. Update to Mobile POS System.

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Mobile Ordering FOH BOH Front of House 78

Apicbase

MARCH 28, 2024

The back of the house supports the front of the house (FOH), enabling the customer-facing team to focus on serving a memorable experience. In this article, we explore the key differences between the front and back of the house in a restaurant and discuss the best ways to integrate FOH and BOH operations.

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Back of House FOH BOH Front of House 52

The Restaurant Times

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

It helps simplify communication and efficiency in both your front of the house (FOH) and back of the house (BOH) in most restaurants by replacing paper tickets in the kitchen (BOH). However, today, you can check in with your restaurants from anywhere in the world with the help of internet-enabled POS systems.

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Management Management Cash Management Front of House 98

Restaurant365

JUNE 15, 2021

Leveraging your front of house (FOH) and back of house (BOH) data allows you to gain more insight into your operations. Get the data you need to grow your profitability by reviewing critical FOH and BOH restaurant KPIs. If you can unify your FOH and BOH data, you can contribute to a healthier restaurant profitability in the long-term.

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BOH FOH Back of House Point of Sale 78

QSR Automations

APRIL 4, 2025

Enter the kitchen display system (KDS), a digital display that replaces traditional paper tickets, offering real-time order management and communication between front-of-house (FOH) and back-of-house (BOH). A KDS system acts like a seamless bridge between FOH and BOH teams. So, how exactly can a KDS system reduce food waste?

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Food Order Waste FOH BOH 52

Sling

MAY 9, 2023

Focus on working on your people skills, the way you communicate, and your leadership style. On the digital side of things, RO security may involve installing firewalls and password protection on POS stations and other computers to prevent unauthorized individuals from gaining access to proprietary data. Here’s how to achieve that.

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Operations Loyalty Program Food Safety Front of House 78

The Restaurant Times

MARCH 13, 2023

The Back of House Lingo The hustle and bustle of the back-of-house, the chaos that sustains the front-of-house (FOH), and the sheer urgency, mingled with various types of noises, create a different word in and of itself. Okay, not a complete language per se, but some code words that make communication easier.

Back of House 52

Back of House BOH Front of House FOH 52

Lavu

MARCH 11, 2020

From the introduction of point of sale (POS) systems to accounting systems, technology is changing the ways restaurants operate today. Whether you are looking for effective inventory management software or just a POS system for your business, restaurant management software is something you cannot afford to miss.

Management 78

Management Management Cash Management Mobile Ordering 78

Touch Bistro

MARCH 25, 2021

Here’s an overview of the process: Complete all necessary paperwork Set up direct deposit Communicate restaurant guidelines and policies Explain staff scheduling policies Set up new hires in your staff systems Provide hands-on menu training and tasting Provide mentorship and shadowing opportunities Give constructive feedback.

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Hiring Employee Relations FOH BOH 52

Apicbase

MARCH 28, 2024

Platform – Build a Reliable Tech Ecosystem Your restaurant kitchen software should be part of your overall ecosystem linking seamlessly with front-of-house (FOH) systems – reservations, ePOS, loyalty, and ordering tech – as well as accounting, payroll, and HR tech. Improve accuracy and save a bunch of time on stock counts.

Management 52

Management Management Point of Sale Kitchen Safety 52

Touch Bistro

AUGUST 4, 2021

Whether you’re a chef, restaurateur, or server, you need to be familiar with a vast vocabulary of culinary terms to communicate with teammates and customers. If you’re a chef trying to communicate with fellow back of house (BOH) team members but are using culinary terms you’ve made up, you’re creating a recipe for disaster.

Front of House 52

Front of House BOH Back of House Point of Sale 52

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 10, 2021

From guest management software to kitchen display systems and even finding the right point of sale (POS), these are the digital tools that simplify life for staff and guests alike. That means that waitstaff can digitally communicate with the BOH without losing the ticket itself. A robust KDS that includes features like: ?

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Management Management BOH Front of House 473

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 25, 2021

From guest management software to kitchen display systems and even finding the right point of sale (POS), these are the digital tools that simplify life for staff and guests alike. That means that waitstaff can digitally communicate with the BOH without losing the ticket itself. A robust KDS that includes features like: ?

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Management Management BOH Front of House 221

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 28, 2020

Some of these innovations include digital menus, contactless payments, marketing solutions, and cloud-based POS. Brands are now realizing they can no longer rely on paid media and traditional methods of communicating with customers. Those that are continuing to prosper had their technological house in order prior to the pandemic.

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2021 Kitchen Safety Food Safety Mobile Ordering 497