7 Shifts

AUGUST 27, 2021

Restaurants] can refuse service to anyone again as long as it's not for pretext or a discriminatory reason,” says Michael Duffy, partner at Monroe Moxness Berg , a Minnesota law firm that has worked with restaurants for decades. Add a banner to your website. The Difficult Questions, Answered. How to Implement a Vaccination Policy.

Restaurant Law 370

Restaurant Law Food Safety Communication Training 370

7 Shifts

JULY 10, 2020

Consider food costs, labor costs, and cost of marketing your reopening. Plan your budget to include food costs, labor costs, operating costs, marketing costs, and any extra costs such as for party favors and special decor. Additionally, by keeping the menu to a limited number of dishes, you can better plan and manage your food costs.

Events 351

Events Social Media Kitchen Safety Seating 351

7 Shifts

MAY 11, 2020

We don't want to reopen the restaurants unless we know that we can provide a safe and healthy work environment and eating environment for our customers. Employees must report any symptoms and recent travel to their managers before a shift. I'm so sorry, I'm not doing that anymore.’ Social distancing and protective equipment ??

BOH 368

BOH FOH Food Safety Equipment 368

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 19, 2020

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry experts to gaze into a crystal ball and re-imagine the future of dining. Chris Boyles, VP of Food Safety for Steritech. Coke Freestyle machines allow customers to make their selections using their own smartphone screen. 20 at 4 p.m.

Kitchen Safety 227

Kitchen Safety Food Safety Loyalty Program Technology 227

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 6, 2022

And Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) solutions represent a vital component to generate revenue for restaurants by filling up dining tables with customers who feel safe and confident. So, how can restaurants address these air quality issues and get more customers through their doors each night? What Makes Customers Happy?

Fine Dining 198

Fine Dining Kitchen Safety Customer Service Employee Relations 198

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 8, 2020

Modern AI exists without the limitations that you see in movies, operating on everything from the smartphones in your pocket to the website that uses machine learning to track COVID-19. Examples of using artificial intelligence to help staffing needs are anything from a recipe viewer, to smart kiosk technology that anticipates customer needs.

Food Safety 208

Food Safety Kitchen Safety Front of House Website Management 208

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. Service industries have been forced to shift how and where they communicate with their customers, making digital customer experience (CX) an essential component of the restaurant business model moving forward.

Customer Experience 192

Customer Experience Customer Service Online Ordering Food Safety 192

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 12, 2020

A survey by restaurant management software company Upserve found that 64 percent of respondents were either slightly or very optimistic about the future. Food costs are one of the highest costs for restaurants, ranging anywhere from 20 percent to 40 percent , according to point of sale system provider TouchBistro. Revamping the Menu.

Food Safety 203

Food Safety Website Management Online Ordering Food Order 203

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

Valentine’s Day is often a busy time for restaurants, but many are now dealing with various challenges amid the pandemic, like no indoor dining or limited capacity as well as more customers opting for carry out. Give Your Website All of the Love. Leverage CRM Tools That Will Make Your Customers Swoon.

Marketing 221

Marketing Email Marketing Website Management Social Media 221

7 Shifts

MARCH 10, 2021

They have a passion for food, an adventurous spirit, a strong work ethic, and the ability to teach and lead. A successful business plan covers everything from the food you’ll serve to how your restaurant will look and how you want your customers to feel. Successful restaurant owners have many traits in common.

Management 370

Management Management Small Business Email Marketing 370

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 20, 2021

With customers opting for alternatives to dine-in, restaurants adapted to build solutions to offer takeout, delivery and curbside pickup options. Several solutions have popped up over the past year that allows you to customize menu templates and share them online in minutes. How Can You Enhance Your Contactless Dining?

Mobile Ordering 227

Mobile Ordering Online Ordering Consumer Goods Customer Experience 227

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 21, 2020

The news may raise concerns for both customers and operators alike because it’s no secret just how contagious COVID-19 can be in public places. With less inventory and even fewer customers coming in, we recommend that you widen your margins and revamp your offerings. Offer Safe and Contact-Free Services.

Social Media 215

Social Media Food Safety Cash Management Kitchen Safety 215

Lavu

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics July 2023 Job Openings and Labor Turnover Summary , the number of job openings in the food services and drinking places industry was 1.9 This means that there were 600,000 more job openings than hires in the food services and drinking places industry in July 2023.

Loyalty Program 166

Loyalty Program Front of House Mobile Ordering Customer Service 166

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 28, 2020

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry experts for their opinions on what we can expect in 2021. The younger generations don’t just want great food, they expect memorable experiences. Britt Mills, Senior Director of Customer Experience at Mobiquity. Here are their responses.

2021 230

2021 Mobile Ordering Loyalty Program Kitchen Safety 230

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 28, 2020

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to affect the ways we live, work and dine, the restaurant industry has been experimenting with different ways to adapt and continue serving customers who cherish dining experiences. Digital engagements with customers are going to remain the norm long after the COVID-19 pandemic.

Customer Experience 221

Customer Experience Online Ordering Mobile Ordering Customer Service 221

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 5, 2020

and will enable TouchBistro to fully integrate customer loyalty and guest marketing into its all-in-one point-of-sale (POS) and restaurant management platform. ” The TableUp guest retention platform empowers restaurants of all sizes to increase customer engagement and reward guests for their loyalty.

Food Safety 210

Food Safety Mobile Ordering Online Ordering Kitchen Safety 210

Open for Business

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Once you’ve visited centralized websites, make sure you’re then researching the requirements of each individual agency. Jennifer recommends keeping copies of everything in one centralized binder that the General Manager of the property has access to so there’s no confusion when inspectors arrive.

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License Certification Kitchen Safety Food Safety 78

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. Coffee and Beverage Management. Staff Management.

Kitchen Safety 78

Kitchen Safety Food Safety Website Management Online Ordering 78

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 14, 2023

Just as owners have to play many roles in management, marketing, and menus, their insurance has to protect their finances, patrons, and employees. Safety Measures Protect Employees and Your Finances Strong safety measures are essential to reduce claims – especially for workers' compensation.

Insurance 88

Insurance Food Safety Employee Relations Small Business 88

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 19, 2020

Modern Restaurat Management (MRM) magazine is collaborating with the team at MarketScale on The Main Course , a podcast that aims to explore the intense and competitive modern restaurant industry. "We Barbara Castiglia , MODERATOR – Modern Restaurant Management. The Main Course. Space is limited, so click here to register.

Kitchen Safety 206

Kitchen Safety Loyalty Program Delivery Customer Service 206

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 11, 2019

Add cybersecurity risks, mix in consumer desire for transparency, then layer in the collection of consumer data collection and you’ve got a perfect storm of data management challenges across the food supply chain. For clarity: ELM Customers are both internal and external.

Management 141

Management Management Food Food Safety 141

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 3, 2022

However, there are security concerns with this growing technology, which largely stem from customers sharing data that restaurants could then sell. In order to improve the customer experience, build trust, and protect customer data, restaurants must be diligent in their QR code implementation efforts.

Customer Experience 221

Customer Experience Consumer Goods Mobile Ordering Customer Service 221

Restaurant365

MAY 7, 2020

Enhancing your health and safety protocols. Check for state requirements on your governor’s or state health department’s website. Adhere to protocols addressing the protection of both customers and employees. Research new codes, and make sure you stay in compliance to ensure your customers and staff have a safe experience.

Food Safety 142

Food Safety Cash Management Point of Sale Social Media 142

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 19, 2020

In this edition of MRM News Bites, we feature links for PPP Forgiveness, new Yelp features and more products and services for restaurant recovery. Bloom Intelligence acquired SuperFi, a WiFi marketing company that provides professional email marketing services with advanced segmentation and analytics. PPP Forgiveness Links and EZ App.

Food Safety 145

Food Safety Customer Experience Website Management Employee Relations 145

Goliath Consulting

SEPTEMBER 27, 2020

We previously discussed social distancing and contact-free technology that offered safety solutions during the pandemic. Self-order kiosks can now use a camera to recognize regular customers and make suggestions based on a customer’s previous order history. The AI and tech that will take over the restaurant industry.

Technology 158

Technology Mobile Ordering Food Safety Customer Service 158

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 30, 2021

Nair, a partner at Ervin Cohen & Jessup LLP compiles recent legal news affecting the restaurant, food and beverage and hospitality industries for Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine. The FASTER Act makes sesame the ninth food that manufacturers must identify on prepackaged labels. Legislation.

2021 181

2021 Allergens Restaurant Law Employee Relations 181

Culinary Digital

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Streamlining Foodservice Operations From order management to inventory control, digital solutions have streamlined foodservice processes to reduce errors and wait times. These tools enable businesses to track sales trends, identify popular dishes, and adjust their menus accordingly to meet customer demand.

Mobile Ordering 64

Mobile Ordering Food Safety Online Ordering Point of Sale 64

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 24, 2020

Square is launching On-Demand Delivery for Square Online Store where sellers can dispatch a courier through delivery partners for orders placed directly on their website. “This new feature helped us keep our doors open and continue serving our customers during the recent downturn,” he said.

Guest Recovery 215

Guest Recovery Kitchen Safety Mobile Ordering Food Safety 215

Sling

JULY 24, 2023

Restaurant management software is a rapidly expanding niche of software development. Some of these apps are designed to solve specific problems, like shift scheduling or point of sale , while others boast all-in-one suites for every aspect of restaurant management. 9) Clover Another POS software solution serving restaurants is Clover.

2023 78

2023 Management Management Tip Distribution 78

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 16, 2020

Due to the Covid-19 outbreak effect on the restaurant industry, Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine is compiling a list of resources available for restaurant owners, operators and managers. To be added to this guide, reach out to Executive Editor Barbara Castiglia at bcastiglia@modernrestaurantmanagement.com. and Canada.

Food Safety 234

Food Safety Kitchen Safety Small Business Employee Relations 234

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

Focused on the retail, services and restaurant industries, the SpotOn ecosystem offers powerful technology to small- and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) at a price they can afford. These include marketing, website development, omnichannel payments and point-of-sale (POS) solutions. "We're SpotOn Executive Team.

Serving 207

Serving White Paper Food Recycling 207

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 21, 2020

It’s a new world for restaurant owners and managers. Having already adjusted to the rise of takeout and delivery, now restaurants are figuring out how to reopen for dine-in service while navigating social distancing and other health guidelines. QR codes are hot again and popping up everywhere to promote touchless communication.

Marketing 208

Marketing Mobile Ordering Food Safety Communication 208

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 9, 2021

Modern Restaurant Management ((MRM) asked Lindsey Yeakle, Gluten-Free Food Service (GFFS) Program Manager, Food Safety at Gluten Intolerance Group (GIG), what restaurants need to know about gluten-free options. What can restaurants do to make guests with food restrictions feel comfortable dining with them?

Coaching 208

Coaching Kitchen Safety Food Safety Training 208

Goliath Consulting

AUGUST 2, 2022

As lockdown restrictions were lifted, restaurant owners expected some customers to return in person while still following safety measures. Restaurants found that ramping up their delivery services had mitigated some of their losses from in-person dining during 2020 and 2021. saw a daily sales decline of 80%.

Delivery 78

Delivery Online Ordering Food Website Management 78

7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

You can go onto your camera app and press record, and record something that's less than 60 seconds of who you are, what you do, what you're doing for COVID-19 safety, why you're reopening, why you care about the community, why it's important that somebody comes and buys gift cards, whatever you're doing. But what can you do?

Social Media 448

Social Media Hiring Website Management Hospitality 448

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 7, 2020

This was the top craving identified in the sixth wave of the Consumer Coronavirus Behavior research conducted by TheCustomer, Brand Keys, the New York-based brand loyalty and customer engagement consultancy, and Suzy, the on-demand research software platform. And, customers temperatures may be checked upon entry.

Food Safety 204

Food Safety Front of House Back of House Seating 204

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 1, 2020

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features COVID-19 crisis statistics and surveys about third-party delivery, guest expectations, QSR reliance and more. “The industry’s successful recovery will depend on a customer’s feeling of well-being,” noted Oakes.

2020 191

2020 Fast Casual Food Safety Guest Recovery 191