7 Shifts

MARCH 16, 2020

Restaurant owners and operators are encouraged to review the online resources their state and local health departments have provided for the latest information about COVID-19 in their community, and take extra precautionary steps in the workplace to protect the safety and wellbeing of staff and guests. Learn more about communication ?

Management 369

Management Management Employee Relations Kitchen Safety 369

7 Shifts

JANUARY 31, 2024

Inventory management Managers need to ensure the kitchen is stocked with the right amount of food so that nothing is wasted and as few items need to be 86'ed as possible. An effective leader inspires and motivates the team and uses their communication skills to foster a collaborative environment.

Management 397

Management Management Kitchen Safety Front of House 397

7 Shifts

AUGUST 19, 2020

Pro tip: Use 7shifts’ Team Communication platform to discuss ideas for improvement with all your staff. Break down roles and responsibilities into teams, so you’ll have a server training manual , as well as one for bartenders and kitchen staff. Job responsibilities for each department (Be as detailed as possible without being preachy.

Training 370

Training Kitchen Safety Customer Service Food Safety 370

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 14, 2022

When a diner with a food allergy chooses your restaurant, you’ll want to ensure that they won’t have to think twice about their safety. Likewise, ensure that you and your kitchen staff hold the necessary food safety certifications so that your guests are in good hands. Communicate Clearly. Do Your Research.

Allergens 186

Allergens Kitchen Safety Front of House Food Safety 186

7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 25, 2019

Anyone who’s worked (or even stepped foot) in a restaurant knows how important effective kitchen management is. Yes, the back of house (BOH) is where food is prepped, cooked, and plated, but it’s also where chaos can quickly ensue if roles, responsibilities, and tasks aren’t communicated well.

Back of House 276

Back of House Management Management BOH 276

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Lastly, Internet of Things (IoT) devices are becoming increasingly popular, with sensors and smart devices for everything from tracking inventory levels to monitoring kitchen equipment performance. The back end encompasses the kitchen operations, inventory management, and staffing.

Operations 175

Operations Front of House Customer Service Kitchen Safety 175

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 24, 2023

Although restaurants are increasingly interested in meeting the needs of gluten-free consumers, there’s plenty of room for improvement in the messaging used to communicate about gluten-free options. Messaging about gluten-free options and safety protocols begins with your menu. How do you prevent cross-contact in your salad bar?

Training 170

Training Front of House Kitchen Safety Allergens 170

The Restaurant Group

JANUARY 26, 2023

How Important Is A Commercial Kitchen Design? Where commercial kitchen design is concerned, more is expected and demanded. These kitchens are used more heavily than residential kitchens and their effective design contributes to a restaurant’s success. Consider your employees’ health and safety needs too.

Design 78

Design Kitchen Safety Food Safety Front of House 78

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 7, 2021

Kitchen operations. Food safety and restaurant cleanliness. Technology also helps bridge communication between restaurant management and staff. Having a retail management tool with a mobile application, for instance, reduces the need for wait staff to move around when communicating with each other. Kitchen Operations.

Technology 185

Technology Operations Food Safety Kitchen Safety 185

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?

Guest Recovery 313

Guest Recovery Kitchen Safety Customer Service Food Safety 313

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 3, 2022

While restaurants are accustomed to prioritizing cleanliness to maintain food safety, new infectious disease threats are making cleanliness even more important for upholding public health as well as diners’ confidence. Visibly clean restaurants showcase a commitment to safety and make these environments more welcoming for guests.

Kitchen Safety 184

Kitchen Safety Food Safety Front of House FOH 184

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 12, 2023

Prioritize Safety for Everyone The safety of your guests and staff should be your top priority, especially when you can literally see the changes in the air quality right in front of you. To prioritize everyone’s safety, create a plan that outlines the basic protocols for different weather situations and scenarios.

Kitchen Safety 88

Kitchen Safety Online Ordering Outdoor Communication 88

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 9, 2020

No clear roadmap exists for how restaurant managers and HR professionals should address the issue and communicate with their teams. A global infectious disease outbreak such as COVID-19 can impact your business in terms of risk to employee safety, loss of sales and economic uncertainty.

Leadership 220

Leadership Kitchen Safety Employee Relations Tip Distribution 220

7 Shifts

JANUARY 31, 2024

Inventory management Managers need to ensure the kitchen is stocked with the right amount of food so that nothing is wasted and as few items need to be 86'ed as possible. An effective leader inspires and motivates the team and uses their communication skills to foster a collaborative environment.

Management 195

Management Management Kitchen Safety Front of House 195

Ken Burgin

JUNE 6, 2023

Language Practice: If your restaurant serves international clientele, ChatGPT can help staff practice key phrases in different languages, enhancing their ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of guests. Health and Safety Compliance: Develop interactive health, safety, and cleanliness standards modules.

Training 68

Training Kitchen Safety Dietary Restrictions Food Safety 68

7 Shifts

DECEMBER 9, 2020

Communicate Well and Often Communication was a hot topic of discussion with all three restaurateurs sharing unique ways in which they stayed connected with their teams during shutdowns and stay-at-home orders. JoAnn Chang is an incredible leader and made herself available to chat with anyone about safety protocols.

Webinar 195

Webinar Guest Recovery Kitchen Safety Online Ordering 195

7 Shifts

MAY 25, 2020

There’s nothing better than a tidy workstation and clean range hood before service hour; and the post-shift scrub down of the kitchen can be a form of meditation for stressed out chefs. You likely already have a cleaning routine that you have communicated with your team and have some procedure of checking to ensure it has been completed.

FOH 338

FOH BOH Kitchen Safety Cash Management 338

Ken Burgin

JULY 5, 2022

Every week in the Hospo Reset Newsletter, we share a product or service that’s caught our eye – for kitchen & beverage management, staffing, facilities management, marketing and overall productivity. Food, Menus and Kitchen Management. Free Safety Posters – excellent collection. easy to edit.

Kitchen Safety 78

Kitchen Safety Food Safety Website Management Online Ordering 78

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 7, 2021

Restaurant owners are looking for creative ways to revamp the indoor dining experience with improved health and safety standards. Restaurant owners can use these helpful tips to promote key health and safety standards in order to regain trust and improve the overall customer experience: Improve Air, Hand and Surface Hygiene.

Kitchen Safety 209

Kitchen Safety Customer Service Customer Experience Dine-in 209

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 13, 2022

Encourage Staff Members to Communicate Effectively. Staff training, therefore, needs to include teaching individuals to communicate swiftly, clearly, and confidently with other team members when orders go wrong, or other problems occur. Electronic point-of-sale (EPOS) terminals that send new checks straight through to the kitchen.

Front of House 205

Front of House Kitchen Safety Customer Service Point of Sale 205

Apicbase

MARCH 28, 2024

Additionally, the BOH handles food safety and restaurant administration. This includes the food prep and kitchen areas, food storage rooms, walk-in fridges, pot wash stations, staff break rooms, and offices. Food safety. The back-of-house (or BOH) manages crucial elements that impact cost control and profitability. Cost control.

Back of House 52

Back of House FOH BOH Front of House 52

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. Leadership: The Missing Ingredient The best restaurants are those led by individuals who understand that their role extends beyond the kitchen or the management office.

Leadership 221

Leadership Customer Service Loyalty Program Customer Experience 221

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

Now, restaurant owners and managers can be confident in their readiness against pathogens and reassure guests and employees by committing to cleanliness and effectively communicating their approach to the public. Communicating Cleanliness. Building Trust Through Cleanliness. What Can You Do Now?

Kitchen Safety 176

Kitchen Safety Employee Relations Communication Point of Sale 176

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 8, 2020

Communications. As the coronavirus has taught us, a robust communications network is critical to ensuring that everyone is kept aware of changes. For your restaurant, communications are limited to the closed circuit of your business, from the front-of-house to the kitchen. Food Safety. Restaurant Logistics.

Food Safety 175

Food Safety Kitchen Safety Front of House Website Management 175

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 3, 2021

The not-so-simple trick is doing so while remaining committed to providing clear communications and amplifying an exceptional consumer experience at every touchpoint. Additionally, offering limited menus speeds up wait times and streamlines kitchen operations which is one more benefit of having a modular and easy to update menu system.

Technology 193

Technology Mobile Ordering Kitchen Safety Food Safety 193

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 10, 2020

The National Restaurant Association remains on top of the issue providing updates and resources including a fact sheet and a webpage with an FAQ, industry guidance, and food safety guidelines provided by ServeSafe to address increasing questions about COVID-19. We ensure food safety. Eat healthier.”

Kitchen Safety 188

Kitchen Safety Food Safety Cash Management Food Supply 188

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 29, 2020

Nearly three in four said health and safety was by far the biggest factor that might influence their decision to dine out in the coming months. Before a person opens your door, professional, brand consistent signage should communicate your public health strategy. That means it is incumbent on restaurants to make people feel safe.

Kitchen Safety 219

Kitchen Safety Website Management Customer Experience Mobile Ordering 219

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. Ensure health and safety protocols are met.

Management 158

Management Management Employee Relations Communication 158

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Highlight the potential hazards of bacteria and mold growth, and the impacts they can have on the quality and safety of your products. Encourage Communication Make sure your employees feel comfortable reporting any issues or concerns regarding the cleanliness of the ice machines and refrigeration units.

Kitchen Safety 180

Kitchen Safety Food Safety Equipment Workshop 180

The Eat Restaurant

AUGUST 22, 2023

By directly communicating with the OpenTable platform, chit printers ensure accurate and efficient transmission of guest information like preferences or dietary information to the kitchen, enhancing the overall dining experience for both customers and staff - and maintaining safety.

Kitchen Safety 78

Kitchen Safety Customer Experience Communication Information 78

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 31, 2021

Amid the chaos of mandatory lockdowns and wavering safety regulations, only the most adaptable were able to stay afloat. From meal kit delivery to ghost kitchens and more, restaurant owners put on their creative hats during this time period. Utilize digital resources to streamline communication with customers. Given that 46.5

Customer Experience 164

Customer Experience Customer Service Online Ordering Food Safety 164

Culinary Cues

MAY 26, 2020

Let’s put on our restaurant hat and take responsibility for doing what is right for both the health and wellbeing of our families, staff, and customers, and help in bring our communities out of the deepest economic hole since the Great Depression. Shouldn’t we be doing the same in restaurant kitchens?

Kitchen Safety 268

Kitchen Safety Leadership Food Safety Front of House 268

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 26, 2021

Secure the collection area, by communicating health and safety efforts to guests with messaging and signage at the pickup/curbside line and/or notes inside takeout bags. Secure the takeaway bag, by ensuring all bags are equipped with napkins, wipes and other appropriate hygiene products. 1-NPD Group/CREST®, October 2020.

Guest Recovery 199

Guest Recovery Mobile Ordering Kitchen Safety Consumer Goods 199

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 28, 2020

A lot of retailers rushed to market in response to COVID-19 to provide mobile experiences that prioritized safety and contactless interactions. Chipotle recently announced its first digital-only restaurant called the Chipotle Digital Kitchen. Safety is paramount: Gone are the days of buffet style displays and bulk serving.

2021 229

2021 Mobile Ordering Loyalty Program Kitchen Safety 229

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. Ensure health and safety protocols are met.

Management 142

Management Management Employee Relations Communication 142

Ken Burgin

JULY 25, 2023

Use these enjoyable and instructive games to engage your front-of-house and kitchen staff – they’re designed to prepare and run quickly. 15 Training Games for Restaurant and Cafe Kitchen Staff Ingredient Identification: Blindfold your chefs and have them smell or taste various ingredients. The person with the most correct answers wins.

Training 60

Training Kitchen Safety Front of House Dietary Restrictions 60

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 31, 2022

Businesses should be asking themselves, 'What do I want to communicate and what is my strategy behind the message?’ Why is communication a key to restaurant efficiency? I'm not sure anything could be more important than communication in today's times. Attention is the new currency.

Employee Relations 185

Employee Relations Back of House Front of House Customer Experience 185