Culinary Cues

OCTOBER 16, 2019

Here you go: A SURVIVAL GUIDE FOR YOUNG COOKS AND THE CHEFS WHO HIRE THEM: KEEP THE PROMISE: If you apply for a job, and have an appointment to interview – SHOW UP! When we rush and cut corners because we are busy – we violate the trust that customers invest in and relinquish our pride at the same time. It’s not too much to ask.

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The Restaurant Group

MAY 3, 2025

Definition and Importance Picture this: you spend weeks training a new server, and just when theyre finally getting the hang of things, bam! This little devil matters because it eats away at your service quality , drains your cash flow , and leaves your customers wondering why they never see the same smiling faces twice.

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7 Shifts

MAY 23, 2024

Improving your restaurant operations to succeed in this highly competitive industry means serving quality food and providing excellent customer service while minimizing waste, reducing costs, and keeping your employees engaged. This is important, especially if you're training and hiring new employees.

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7 Shifts

JULY 1, 2024

Since your main focus would be selling alcohol to your customers, you need to take a few extra steps. However, note that bar profit margins vary due to various factors like tax rates, licensing laws, customer demographics, and the cost of living in your area. It also helps to research your target customers' age and social status.

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Goliath Consulting

FEBRUARY 9, 2020

Aside from the sales opportunity, there are other clear benefits to incorporating food delivery at your restaurant, such as giving the restaurant increased visibility, exposure to new customers and gaining of valuable insights on purchasing trends 2,3. Don’t want to enter the information from all those delivery tablets? Space and Staff.

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7 Shifts

MAY 23, 2024

This proves that any restaurant business owner who wants to survive in this economy should be open to trying unconventional sales strategies to attract customers and continue making a profit. Once in your customers' hands, this piece of paper can directly influence what your diners order and how much they spend in one sitting.

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Social Media Loyalty Program Email Marketing SEO 195

7 Shifts

MAY 23, 2024

For example, if you notice that some of your customers don't eat the vegetables you serve as a "side dish" for your meals, you can make it optional or an add-on. Solutions can include preparing for possible changes in pricing, staffing, customer trends, and new technology. For a small business, this should be enough.

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Cheetah

JUNE 14, 2021

In April alone, restaurants lost 681,000 workers to attrition, and while the hotel and restaurant segments are hiring in the hundreds of thousands, the turnover rate is still at an all time high. From the restaurants’ perspective, this obviously puts a dent in their hiring efforts. It takes a lot of guts to fight for change.

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Restaurant Engine

DECEMBER 9, 2020

Some of your customers have even asked about catering options. You might consider hiring specific team members for your catering service to ensure it runs smoothly every time. Can you afford to invest in additional uniforms or aprons for your servers? Do you have the extra services customers might want?

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Ken Burgin

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

What is the typical service like on a busy shift? Getting an idea of the pace, volume, and intensity of service can help applicants gauge if they’re a good fit for the environment and what will be expected of them during peak times. Are there opportunities for further training, or to attend workshops and events?

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Lavu

MARCH 30, 2020

This should be covered when new employees are hired, and regular updates should be made via staff meetings. If a restaurant doesn’t have clearly defined, measurable goals for service and sales – then it’s hard to keep everyone on the same page. Hire Cohesive Teams with Wise Hiring Practices. which would it be and why?”.

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Izettle

MARCH 28, 2019

The customer is king! The customer is always right! The customer is yeah, yeah, we get it! It’s no secret how important customers are to a growing business. But have you ever thought about how you could better connect with your customers? How could it improve customer satisfaction?

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Touch Bistro

MARCH 25, 2021

A new hire checklist for restaurant employees can make the onboarding process easy and painless for all parties involved. Why reinvent the wheel every time a new hire joins your team when you can formalize the process? Your New Hire Checklist for Restaurant Employees. Get Your Employee Handbook Template. Download Now.

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Lavu

FEBRUARY 14, 2020

As you develop the restaurant employee handbook, view it as an ongoing training resource instead of just a categorical list of rules, and separate the information into categories: Performance and Appearance Policies . Customer Service Standards. Customer Service Standards. What service style do customers expect?

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Sling

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

Some services absolutely demand special equipment (and even special training), and offering them right out of the gate can put a serious dent in your startup capital. This information can help make things easier in the later stages of starting a landscaping business. But doing so can make things more expensive and more difficult.

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Bar and Restaurant Coach

MARCH 2, 2020

The HR department has many jobs: hiring the right people, making sure that employees are treated in accordance with the company’s ethics, code of conduct, and culture statements. Glassdoor: The average US company will spend 52 days and $4,000 to hire for a position. The Actual Cost of Hiring a New Employee. Management Focus.

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Coaching Employee Relations Hiring Document 75

Izettle

MARCH 28, 2019

The customer is king! The customer is always right! The customer is yeah, yeah, we get it! It’s no secret how important customers are to a growing business. But have you ever thought about how you could better connect with your customers? How could it improve customer satisfaction?

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Embrace the Suck

JUNE 13, 2022

Besides running a training and consulting company, Brian is also known for his groundbreaking concept called Bin 36. Brian speaks to audiences all around the world about training culture and exactly how to build a solid beverage program that can enhance your bottom line. You don't get that with a third party delivery service.

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Culinary Digital

MARCH 20, 2024

A streamlined menu is the cornerstone of efficiency in the onboarding process within a food service establishment. By paring down the variety of dishes and ingredients, a streamlined menu facilitates a more focused and straightforward training regimen, expediting the journey to proficiency for fresh recruits.

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Seasonal Menu Customer Service Customer Experience Training 52

MBB Hospitality

AUGUST 5, 2024

Effective inventory services are essential for any business aiming to streamline operations, reduce costs, and improve overall efficiency. From retail to restaurant management, the right inventory solutions can make a significant impact on profitability and customer satisfaction.

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The Restaurant Times

JANUARY 23, 2022

The catering industry includes companies that provide individual event-based food services. You will be able to prepare meals for your customers irrespective of where they choose to organize the event and do it in larger quantities than you would if you were operating from your home kitchen. . Creating Your Menu & Hiring Right.

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Sling

OCTOBER 1, 2023

Along the way, we’ll address such issues as: Working from home or a storefront The importance of state and local health codes Creating a business plan Getting incorporated and licensed Hiring and scheduling employees We’ll also discuss financing (to make it all possible) and advertising and marketing (to keep it all going). Hire and train.

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Apicbase

AUGUST 29, 2024

In this article, we explore the benefits of centralising inventory, optimising menu design, standardising staff training, and more. F&B management oversees kitchen operations, menu development, customer service, and finances. What Is Food and Beverage Management?

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The Restaurant Times

MAY 19, 2021

They enable restaurants to maintain uniformity and consistency in terms of maintenance and service delivery, across all outlets. It is vital for the employees, especially new hires, to understand the restaurant’s management structure and their individual roles. The objectives and long-term goals of the restaurant.

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Operations Employee Relations Front of House Hiring 52

The Restaurant Times

OCTOBER 9, 2020

Streamline Employee Training Period. Newly hired employees take a long time to get accustomed to restaurant operations. This will help them in self-training and act as a ready reckoner for their day-to-day tasks. This will also ensure that your restaurant employees are trained in all areas of restaurant operations.

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Operations Uniforms Cash Management Document 40

Mad Mobile

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

43% of operators choose POS systems like tablets for functionality Tablet systems alleviate restaurant turnover Conquering the dinner rush with faster ordering Reduced walkouts with 3X faster service More easily satisfy picky preferences with menu mods The menu. The uniforms. This flexibility mirrors the needs of customers today.

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Dietary Restrictions Mobile Ordering Front of House Customer Service 52

The Restaurant Times

APRIL 13, 2022

It may not be the most exciting piece of work you will ever create, but it is a critical resource if you intend to provide consistently high-quality service over time. Improved staff performance coupled with a consistent standard of operation leads to a delightful customer experience. Service Standards. Food Preparation.

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Apicbase

JULY 1, 2022

It enables restaurant businesses to grow faster, meet customer demand and develop additional revenue streams (or replace streams that are slowing down). That’s where the meals are finished, plated, and served to the customer (or prepped for delivery). Prep kitchens help you run a leaner human resources operation.

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Culinary Cues

AUGUST 28, 2020

Remember all of those exciting things that you did to draw customers in when business was great? It seems that far too many restaurants when faced with the extraordinary challenges of the day are relegating their operations to utilitarian delivery of product and service. Work at it, train for it, stand behind it, and make a difference.

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Social Media Communication Loyalty Program Training 450

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

” “Many of our TEAM Members stay a long time with TSFR – a testament to our accountable culture, family atmosphere and commitment to training and development,” said Bill Angott, President and Chief Executive Officer at TSFR. Annual DEI Training will be required and provided for judges and committee members. ?

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7 Shifts

AUGUST 16, 2024

Every year, we see the same challenges crop up for restaurant operators: hiring and retaining top talent. High turnover rates can disrupt operations, increase costs, and negatively impact customer service. Regular training on these procedures helps ensure that all staff members know and understand them. In fact, 46.5%

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Food Safety Healthcare Restaurant Law Kitchen Safety 195

Restaurant365

MAY 7, 2020

Adhere to protocols addressing the protection of both customers and employees. Since your customers and your employees will interact, all protocols are critical for minimizing the risk of transmission. Research new codes, and make sure you stay in compliance to ensure your customers and staff have a safe experience.

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Food Safety Cash Management Social Media Point of Sale 142

EATER

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Changes at Amtrak may revive the beloved tradition of enjoying chicken cordon bleu and Moroccan beef with chickpea salad with fellow travelers In August 2005, I rode an Amtrak overnight train from Chicago to Schenectady, New York: the Lake Shore Limited. It seemed passengers didn’t even want traditional train car dining anyway.

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