7 Shifts

JUNE 20, 2022

We chatted with some of those most experienced in the ghost kitchen game to find out some myths, best practices, and tips for success in this food service style. One ghost kitchen may contain multiple units where different brands can prepare food for delivery, and in some cases, pickup. Table of Contents. What is a ghost kitchen?

Front of House 435

Front of House Food Truck Back of House Social Media 435

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 2, 2022

The past two years have brought unprecedented changes across the restaurant industry, from new concerns related to social distancing and cleanliness to the acceleration of pre-pandemic trends such as the rise of mobile ordering and third-party delivery services. Strengthen Customer Retention. Strengthen Customer Retention.

Mobile Ordering 189

Mobile Ordering Front of House Back of House Consumer Goods 189

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 21, 2019

There’s no question that the restaurant delivery and reservations experience has become increasingly digitized in recent years, and there’s no sign of this trend slowing down in the future. Despite the number of customer calls that come in, 62 percent of them go unanswered.

Customer Experience 119

Customer Experience Online Ordering Customer Service Reservations 119

7 Shifts

OCTOBER 9, 2020

Diners are turning to online ordering in increasing numbers because of COVID-19 pandemic restrictions on on-premise dining. According to a survey conducted by S&P Global Market Intelligence, 40% of Americans are ordering more food for takeout and delivery now than they were before the pandemic. Online ordering - Ditto.

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Design Social Media Mobile Ordering Online Ordering 397

Squirrel Systems

OCTOBER 19, 2023

PART 1: CONVERSATIONAL ORDERING, WHAT IS IT & DOES IT HAVE A PLACE IN TABLE SERVICE? “Conversational ordering” in the hospitality business refers to a specific approach to taking food and beverage orders from customers more conversationally and engagingly.

Ordering 52

Ordering Dietary Restrictions Customer Service Customer Experience 52

Culinary Cues

APRIL 13, 2022

The smell of meat caramelizing on an open fire, the chew of crusty artisan bread, the creaminess of cultured butter, the crunch of a Fall apple, or the deep flavor of a warm July tomato pulled directly from the vine are heavenly to experience. It is a choice that cooks have a responsibility to understand and address. She holds a PhD.

Coaching 355

Coaching Reference Food Order Customer Experience 355

Deliverect

SEPTEMBER 5, 2019

A top-notch customer experience. In this day and age it’s impossible to imagine the food & restaurant industry without delivery. Having food delivered to customers is a whole new way to order, experience and enjoy food. At what point does the food get cold or soggy, a drink watered down,…?

Customer Experience 63

Customer Experience Delivery Social Media Online Ordering 63

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

“Now, they include online booking information, online ordering, reviews and Q&As to provide customers with a richer experience. As the survey suggests, inaccuracies can significantly impact customer trust and loyalty. One surprising aspect was the extent to which online inaccuracies lead to customer loss.

Online Ordering 188

Online Ordering Consumer Goods Customer Service Customer Experience 188

The Restaurant Times

JANUARY 11, 2023

And automated order taking, well, it is going to be one of the top trends in the restaurant industry in 2023. . Automated order-taking refers to technology, operating systems, or software that take orders from customers and respond to them automatically. Why Should You Integrate Automated Order Taking?

Ordering 52

Ordering Online Ordering Mobile Ordering Loyalty Program 52

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 13, 2022

Fully utilizing these systems provides restaurants the flexibility they need to anticipate customer needs while managing operations, and should be a priority for restaurants, especially at this time. Making data-driven decisions will provide valuable insights to ensure profitability regardless of changing customer preferences.

POS 215

POS Food Supply Mobile Ordering Point of Sale 215

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 21, 2022

In terms of trends, it is clear that in 2023 technology will continue to shape and enhance the restaurant industry and we will see operators adopting new technologies to create an even more seamless and frictionless experience for guests, while still maintaining unique and engaging dining experiences.

2023 197

2023 Loyalty Program Mobile Ordering Customer Experience 197

7 Shifts

AUGUST 19, 2020

In order to help new staff learn the ropes, you need to create a comprehensive restaurant staff training manual. It will be everyone’s (new and existing employees) guide for instructions, processes and all the answers to common questions, while being a great reference point to ensure staff feel engaged and supported.

Training 370

Training Kitchen Safety Customer Service Food Safety 370

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 19, 2023

If you want to have a successful restaurant, great food is not an option — it is a necessity. Still, great food is not enough. Any restaurant can have great food. Great food with a great concept is a winning combination that will bring diners back again and again. After all, people go to restaurants to eat.

Food 180

Food Customer Experience Social Media Food Order 180

7 Shifts

DECEMBER 17, 2020

The ideal customer for your business is the one who comes back time and time again. When it comes to getting people in the door, it’s always easier to get someone back then to find brand-new customers. Retaining an existing customer is five times cheaper than acquiring a fresh face. How to measure customer retention.

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Loyalty Program Social Media Email Marketing Customer Service 370

7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

It means guests love the food you serve so much that one location simply won’t cut it — and you get to serve more customers, generate more revenue , and expand your business. It requires a manager to differentiate concepts, ensure a consistent guest experience, and manage employees and technology across multiple storefronts.

Management 370

Management Management Document Hiring 370

7 Shifts

AUGUST 6, 2021

On a micro level, forecasting helps a restaurant plan for inventory orders and how many employees need to work each shift to make and sell food. No customer wants to hear that you're out of their favorite dish. Proper forecasting can alleviate the chances of this happening and ensure a quality dining experience.

Seasonal Menu 370

Seasonal Menu Point of Sale Inventory Food Supply 370

Culinary Cues

FEBRUARY 29, 2020

To these individuals – the menu planning process is a license to think differently, study those chefs that they admire, experiment with different ingredients, and push their palates in the process of creating something unique and cutting edge. That’s what my grandfather would order.” It is flavor that keeps customers coming back.

Fine Dining 431

Fine Dining Café Menu Customer Experience 431

Clover - Restaurants

APRIL 9, 2024

Reliable, quality food suppliers for restaurants are one of the few key components that a dining establishment must have to remain operational. They keep the kitchen stocked, help ensure quality products, and provide valuable support that allows you to focus on what you do best: creating a great dining experience for your customers.

Food Supply 98

Food Supply Online Ordering Food Truck Food Order 98

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 9, 2022

We've all ordered our favorite food online at least once from a local restaurant, and it was cold when it arrived at our doorstep. Events like this not only ruined our entire eating experience, but also prevented us from ordering food from this restaurant for a while.

Compost 208

Compost Sustainability Online Ordering Kitchen Safety 208

Restaurant Clicks

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

Olive Garden is a family favorite for delicious Italian-style comfort food. With the tagline, “We’re all family here,” Americans would agree this is an ideal spot to gather for great food and fun times with loved ones. When you’re in the mood for variety, order this dish to get three distinct tastes.

Ordering 104

Ordering Menu Back of House Dietary Restrictions 104

Apicbase

MARCH 28, 2024

These include food production and inventory management. Additionally, the BOH handles food safety and restaurant administration. The back of the house supports the front of the house (FOH), enabling the customer-facing team to focus on serving a memorable experience. Food safety. Cost control. HACCP protocols.

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Back of House FOH BOH Front of House 52

Apicbase

MARCH 25, 2024

Managing inventory and supplier ordering is like juggling flaming torches while riding a unicycle (which also happens to be on fire). Demand forecasting for restaurants puts out the flames, takes the guesswork out of purchase orders and streamlines the supply chain. What are the benefits of demand forecasting in food service?

Inventory 52

Inventory Management Management Kitchen Safety 52

7 Shifts

JULY 16, 2021

Get to know your future customers, before they even step foot in your door. You may discover that your target customers enjoy an afternoon pick-me-up and are sensitive to price. Reference secondary research studies or create your surveys and questionnaires to send out to a select group of people! Know of any local coffee shops?

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License Hiring Equipment Point of Sale 459

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 5, 2021

When it comes to the digital guest experience, can you afford to offer anything less than the best? Much of the focus on change has revolved around the physical ordering and dining space. Less commented on is the fact that consumer-facing technology interfaces need to evolve in order to drive the digital guest experience forward.

Online Ordering 158

Online Ordering Point of Sale Allergens Customer Experience 158

SpotOn

MARCH 18, 2024

Everybody knows about the traditional sit-down restaurant experience, where servers give guests paper or digital menus. There's also the quick-service restaurant model, where guests order and pay for simple dishes created right away, similar to the modern bistro. The prix fixe menu doesn't only need to serve French food.

Menu 98

Menu Dietary Restrictions Fine Dining Seasonal Menu 98

Goliath Consulting

SEPTEMBER 27, 2020

But there’s much more that tech has to offer, especially when it comes to AI being integrated into guest order systems, training, and restaurant operations. Here are some standout tech innovations that forward-thinking business owners are investing in today in restaurant technology: Smart ordering.

Technology 158

Technology Mobile Ordering Food Safety Customer Service 158

The Rail

OCTOBER 18, 2022

By Shubham Ahuja, Contributor It’s no secret that technology has become a major player in the hospitality industry over the past several years – such as increase adaption in delivery, online ordering, and touchless ordering/payment. Read on to learn about the next big thing in food service industry. Customization.

Online Ordering 96

Online Ordering Allergens Customer Experience Reservations 96

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 29, 2022

Given that businesses grow by acquiring new customers, many national QSR brands rely heavily on advertising to increase exposure. Drives market share growth – The fast-food industry is made up of several large competitors and many smaller brands. According to the National Restaurant Association (NRA), U.S.

Advertising 208

Advertising Take-out Marketing Social Media 208

7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

In order for new hires to perform well and stay happy in their roles, hiring managers need to pay more attention to the restaurant onboarding process. Customer service training. Customize this overview to fit your restaurant’s onboarding timeline. Customer service training Customer service is the cornerstone of hospitality.

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FOH BOH Food Safety Customer Service 307

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 20, 2021

Snack, which has benefited from more flexible schedules blurring the dayparts and customers' hesitancy to dine in, is the only daypart that has increased visits over the past year. Since this daypart has increased traffic during the pandemic, operators will need to innovate their food and beverage offerings to grow traffic. "Across

2021 189

2021 Guest Recovery Online Ordering Point of Sale 189

Goliath Consulting

DECEMBER 12, 2020

COVID-19 has been a powerful driving force for AI tech particularly in this industry, as stay-at-home orders, social distancing and other safety measures forced operators to rethink how they interact with their staff and guests. Cameras will also allow restaurants to serve customers in a touchless environment. Are they wearing gloves?

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2021 Kitchen Safety Food Safety Loyalty Program 167

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

Menu variety plays a substantial role in every dining experience. Diners simply don’t want the low food quality that often comes with long menus. These restaurant food trends can directly impact a restaurant’s profitability. Health-Conscious Food Will Dominate Menus. Simplified Menus.

2022 218

2022 Customer Service Online Ordering Website Management 218

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 1, 2022

It combines different online and offline strategies to promote a restaurant and increase orders. Focus on enhancing customer experience, which is one of the decisive factors for converting visitors into clients. Demonstrate genuine reviews and try to resolve issues to show your care for customers.

Marketing 203

Marketing Email Marketing SEO Social Media 203

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 22, 2020

With six times the engagement of email, text messaging is revolutionizing the marketing strategies of QSR, fast food, and dine-in restaurants. Restaurants can minimize close contact by texting alerts when reservations and takeout orders are available, keeping people from clustering together at entrances or pickup counters.

Communication 202

Communication Email Marketing Customer Service Reservations 202

7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

Ken McGarrie is the cofounder of Korgen Hospitality and uses his decades of experience to help restaurants across the country become more profitable and reach their potential. We refer to these employees as “51 percenters.” It's not enough to just add digital ordering—you have to build your business around it.

Social Media 448

Social Media Hiring Website Management Hospitality 448

Goliath Consulting

DECEMBER 23, 2021

She was able to interact with her fans and give them a cool virtual concert experience. Since many restaurants use Instagram and Facebook to their advantage, restaurants can now interact with their customers online using the Metaverse. 5 The restaurant opened in 2014 and was awarded Best Innovation Food & Beverage.

Social Media 158

Social Media 2014 Customer Experience Online Ordering 158

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 4, 2021

The new report captures a steady rise in mobile ordering, reinforcing the critical importance of mobile initiatives for restaurant brands. According to the data, consumers deleted restaurant apps if menu items were missing or if there was limited ability to customize orders. Mobile orders are on the rise.

2021 170

2021 Fast Casual Mobile Ordering Social Media 170