Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 27, 2025

In today's digital landscape, restaurants have become prime targets for cybercriminals who take advantage of potential entry points from point-of-sale systems, online ordering platforms, customer databases, loyalty programs and third-party delivery services. Consider the alarming pattern over the past three years.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 22, 2025

Brand Expression Through Uniform Design Branded apparel offers a controlled visual communication channel that reinforces your establishment's aesthetic. Strategic use of color should inform uniform design decisions. By representing your brand, customers are helping create visibility that goes far beyond your storefront.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 8, 2024

At a time when the competition for the guest dollar and loyalty is fierce, it's a challenge to stand out. How can a brand develop a loyalty program that is relevant for a variety of guests? What are the best practices for building a new loyalty program?

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Platforms that consolidate key functions—such as sales, employee management, rewards programs and operations—into one streamlined system are crucial for enhancing operational efficiency across the QSR sector. By embracing digital literacy and innovative solutions, franchisees can better navigate these challenges.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Simplifying Loyalty Programs Efficiency in integrating loyalty programs can distinguish between successful and failed initiatives. Franchises need to ensure that loyalty programs are consistent across all locations. This means easy sign-ups, uncomplicated point systems, and a hassle-free redemption process.

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ChowNow

MARCH 7, 2025

Every online order, email sign up, and reward program interaction generates valuable insightsbut if that data just sits there, youre missing a major opportunity. Customer data can help you improve operations and make more informed decisions about staffing and inventory. Restaurants collect a ton of customer data.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Consider a large Mexican fast-casual chain that implemented a tuition coverage program for employees pursuing degrees in fields like agriculture, culinary arts, and hospitality. Similarly, a prominent fried chicken QSR recognized the limitations of its existing scholarship program, which primarily benefited traditional students.

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EATER

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Instead of having to scream an order into a speaker as cars honk in the background, you can communicate your preferences for extra pickles and no mustard on your cheeseburger with a few simple taps. But unlike adding a loyalty card for your favorite supermarket to your key ring, a mobile app can serve a wide range of purposes.

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ChowNow

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Mobile ordering has become the preferred method for customers, with 71% saying they would rather use a restaurants branded mobile app over third-party platforms because its more affordable, easy to use, and personalized due to loyalty programs. Here is an example of a restaurants branded app.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 7, 2020

Communication styles have never been as important to our employees and customers during this unprecedented time. Over the last month we've seen companies take on different communication strategies in a day-by-day changing marketplace. No evident change in marketing or communication strategy. COVID-19 proactive communication.

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EATER

OCTOBER 21, 2024

PLNT Burger further incentivizes plant-based purchases by turning that data into a loyalty program, rewarding customers with free food for amounts of water or land “saved.” However, if you were to walk into one of PLNT Burger’s at least 12 locations, you won’t find a deluge of information about the environmental impact of eating meat.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 27, 2020

Additionally, they needed a strong communications roadmap to follow as they reopened. They sent creative eblasts to keep customers informed at every turn, partnered with related businesses to promote across audiences and became experts at video production. Updating Customer Rewards and Loyalty Programs.

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The Rail

APRIL 6, 2025

Understanding consumer loyalty psychology can enable restaurants to create systems supporting recurring business and assist in overcoming financial difficulties. The Power of Personalized Communication Developing close connections with your guests calls for frequent, customized contact that makes them appreciated and noticed.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 1, 2022

From recruiting to retention, if the employee experience is positive and fulfilling, loyalty is fostered, and staff is more likely to stay put. It helps managers, cooks, the wait staff, and hosts to do their jobs more effectively while fostering loyalty because employees feel empowered and supported.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 28, 2022

And though that in and of itself is helpful, it also communicates something important to your employees – you care about their experience and want to make things easier for them. This builds their loyalty to the company, but also improves the service and efficiency in your organization and reduces costs by reducing turnover.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 3, 2025

While it's crucial to stay informed, stepping back and allowing experts to take charge can be key to overcoming these challenges. First, AI can help personalize the customer experience by analyzing data to send tailored marketing messages, recommend menu items, and create dynamic loyalty programs that keep customers coming back.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 3, 2020

If you don’t already have a gift card program, now would be the time to launch one. If you have access to your customer database information, email marketing is a popular, low-cost customer engagement and retention tool. Just make sure you have consent to communicate with them! Launch a Loyalty Program.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

A weak food safety culture can have severe consequences, including product recalls, foodborne illnesses, reputational damage, diminished customer loyalty, and financial losses. For external audiences, spotlighting your commitment to food safety will also help increase consumer trust and loyalty, as well as positive reviews and referrals.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 15, 2021

By improving customer loyalty and increasing revenue through the smart use of technology from the public-facing part of the business all the way to the back-of-house prep, sourcing, and staffing. It heightens interaction, builds brand loyalty and adds to the customer digital profile so they can suggest sampled products on future orders.

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ChowNow

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

If customer retention is a priority consider a digital loyalty program or automated marketing tools. Real-Time Data & Analytics : Track sales trends, top-selling menu items, and peak business hours to make informed decisions. Consider your budget. Technology is an investment, but not every tool needs to be expensive.

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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.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 8, 2022

With these tough times innovation is required and restaurants are seizing the opportunity to turn simple WiFi into valuable guest engagement and ultimately a competitive advantage to drive guest loyalty and provide immediate revenue growth. This information allows restaurants to generate more revenue through the following five ways: 1.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 4, 2020

Reward Customer Loyalty. Reward customer loyalty by offering exclusive discounts or special offers to show how much their business is genuinely appreciated. Another way to recognize current customers is to establish a valuable referral program. Communicate Health and Safety Measures. This way, all parties benefit!

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 15, 2024

This is why customers should be aware of why the survey is being conducted and how their information will be used. This can be done through several methods, such as email communications, social media postings, or even through verbal communication at the restaurant. Remember, the purpose here is not to inform but to reassure.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 15, 2021

If you have not put in a takeout or delivery program, it's not too late. Many restaurants have lists of their existing customers who filled out feedback forms or who signed up for a loyalty program. It's necessary to keep your customers informed about your hygiene and safety measures. COVID-19 Hygiene Measures.

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Focus POS

OCTOBER 1, 2020

With a loyalty program that resonates with what your customers value, you open the doors to greater communication with your customer base that translates to much more than just increased revenue. How loyalty programs have evolved. Modern loyalty programs add a lot more than a free item after so many purchases.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 22, 2021

Try offering a discount in exchange for some of their information. Loyalty programs aren’t new by any means, but a shift to zero-party certainly highlights their importance. Pizza chain &pizza, was able to double registration for its loyalty program by making a switch to a frictionless sign-up.

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ChowNow

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Build a Rewards Program to Encourage Repeat Visits Getting first-time guests through the door is the hard partbringing them back is much easier. A well-designed rewards program does just that, turning one-time customers into loyal regulars. A well-designed rewards program does just that, turning one-time customers into loyal regulars.

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The Rail

MARCH 31, 2025

Communication is hard when multiple locations can get teams and office spaces out of sync. This uncertainty makes it hard to hit organizational goals, communicate consistently, and build a company culture across multiple locations. Real-Time Data Sharing: Multiple teams can get the latest information when data is shared in real-time.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 23, 2021

This year, 42 percent of restaurant brands plan to invest in customer loyalty programs. As consumer adoption continues to grow, restaurants can look to three key mobile marketing strategies to increase visits and drive loyalty and engagement across mobile. Restaurants must make loyalty programs accessible and convenient.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Near field communication (NFC) technology then captures information from the card or device and continues processing the payment. NFC tech uses a radio frequency that allows it to communicate with the restaurant’s POS system. The last thing you want is for a customer to experience fraud or have their information stolen.

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ChowNow

MARCH 27, 2025

Without KPIs, spotting inefficiencies in your workflow is nearly impossibleleaving you without the data needed to make informed decisions and grow your online sales. Order Accuracy Rate Customer loyalty is significantly impacted by the order accuracy rate, which measures how often customers receive exactly what they ordered.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 8, 2024

Other advancements include: integrating data from various sources, including social media, reviews, and loyalty programs, to gain a holistic view of customer behaviour as well as as well as the implementation of real-time analytics for immediate insights into customer behaviour and preferences. Nothing is fraud proof.

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Culinary Cues

FEBRUARY 8, 2020

YES- PAY THEM FAIRLY AND CREATE A BENEFIT PROGRAM. This can be an incentive program that engages the employees in helping the restaurant reach its goals through efficiency, waste reduction, and a unified approach towards being entrepreneurial. COMMUNICATE, COMMUNICATE, COMMUNICATE. HAVE THEIR BACK. Walk the talk!

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 29, 2020

Alongside changes in their operations, the technology they use and the way they serve customers, brands must change their approach towards loyalty if they’re to continue earning it as we move into 2021. Reaching out is simple enough, but of course, those communications also need to be relevant and timely. Display Empathy.

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ChowNow

MARCH 14, 2025

Standardized recipes, efficient prep work, and strong communication between back-of-house and front-of-house teams prevent bottlenecks. Regularly analyzing sales data and cost reports can help restaurant owners make informed decisions that improve their bottom linewithout cutting corners on quality.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Include such information in the footer to appear wherever visitors go on the website and make a dedicated page with contact details. Implement a chatbot to assist users with making reservations, getting information, and answering frequently asked questions. Communicate with Customers on Social Media.

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