Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 17, 2023

Mobile Order Applications Mobile smart order apps for waiters help to speed up the service and manage the orders right at the guest’s table. The application supports the function of ordering with a car plate number as well that opens more opportunities for food services in the fast-food industry.

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Lavu

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Offering a smaller menu that travels well and packaging everything nicely can make the customer experience even better. And don’t forget about making deliveries on time and having great customer service – those things are super important for building a loyal customer base and getting a good reputation.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 12, 2023

2023 has the potential to be transformative for restaurants, with opportunity for new innovation beyond a recession in these first months. The top challenge will continue to be labor shortages, which will restrict restaurants’ abilities to deliver an extra level of stellar service, and they’ll look to tech to fill in the gaps.

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Chowly

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Overview In 2023, small restaurant owners faced challenges but stayed strong, supported by loyal customers and robust spending. The restaurant industry’s optimism rests on customer loyalty, with 9 in 10 consumers considering dining out an essential lifestyle choice. Job opportunities expanded, with over 2.6

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 27, 2022

The last couple of years have proven that digital experiences will continue to play a central role for quick-service restaurant (QSR) operators. Luckily, QSRs have no shortage of technologies at their disposal to help them achieve the sort of customer personalization that drives profits. Easing Customer and Employee Friction.

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Social Hospitality

OCTOBER 28, 2020

The hospitality industry is the poster child of customer-centricity and always putting the customers’ needs first. Customers are now accustomed to a new level of customer care. Thus, those in the world of hospitality need to, again, elevate their own service and boost the experience they provide to guests.

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Squirrel Systems

MAY 22, 2020

Through this article we will look at a few interesting examples of how restaurants have transformed their take-out offerings to stay efficient during this period of reduced sales and satisfy customers through innovative technologies. Another important consideration is the formatting and quality of your menu.

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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.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Conversely, speed of service was identified as a key factor by 32 percent of households with children but only 21 percent of households without. There is one caveat: Gen Z consumers equally prefer using a restaurant’s mobile app or website, an option firmly ranked in second place for all other generations.

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7 Shifts

AUGUST 20, 2020

They include: Labor management software Order management software Inventory management software Guest engagement software Contactless, mobile payment processors 5 Tools to Use to Increase Operational Efficiency in Restaurants Did you know that 48% of restaurants use three or more tech vendors?

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Social Hospitality

OCTOBER 28, 2020

The hospitality industry is the poster child of customer-centricity and always putting the customers’ needs first. Customers are now accustomed to a new level of customer care. Thus, those in the world of hospitality need to, again, elevate their own service and boost the experience they provide to guests.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 29, 2022

Here are six things I see coming in 2023: Labor pressure is easing, but operators are still looking for labor management. However, operators who didn’t have a labor management system in place will prioritize finding one. An increasing number of brands are launching apps, and incentivizing customers to order through them.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 11, 2022

In particular, supply chain disruptions and staffing shortages – whether due to resignations or illness – are forcing quick service and fast casual restaurants to adapt quickly to changing conditions. Increased Emphasis on Online Ordering. Former competitors are now part of the same umbrella company.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 5, 2022

The reasons for the accelerated growth of this idea, the contribution of POS to these kitchens, the display systems to make the operations easier, and the automated operations used in the inventory as well in the kitchen for easy food management- are some of the ideas that will be discussed in the following paragraphs.

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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. We're already seeing lots of innovation. Coke Freestyle machines allow customers to make their selections using their own smartphone screen. 20 at 4 p.m. Here are their insights.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 9, 2022

Understand customer cravings and business needs through data. Consider tapping into the treasure trove of customer information your POS platform contains. For instance, use spend and non-spend data to gain deeper insight into what guests value so you can focus efforts on driving repeat visits with customized loyalty offerings.

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Goliath Consulting

JUNE 23, 2023

In today’s ever-evolving technological landscape, the restaurant industry stands poised to embrace innovation and transformation. With its ability to streamline operations, elevate customer experiences, and drive overall success, AI has become an indispensable asset for modern restaurants.

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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. See why 500,000+ restaurant pros choose 7shifts for scheduling and team management. You'll want to learn everything about their coffee preferences.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

“Restaurants are embracing new channels for customers to interact with their business, effectively meeting them wherever they are. Each of these channels represents a revenue stream for the restaurant and they connect to the same kitchen and are all managed by the same centralized POS system.”

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7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

As a restaurant owner, you know how difficult it is to win a customer's attention and make them keep coming back to your restaurant. Consumer-facing industries like food & beverage see more short-term purchases based on emotional triggers—which means maintaining a healthy bottom line becomes a challenge without a dedicated customer base.

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Email Marketing Loyalty Program Social Media Point of Sale 195

Ordyx

APRIL 25, 2019

If you’re in the restaurant business, you know there’s simply no substitute for excellent customer service. Great customer service produces customer loyalty and fans happy to spread the word about your business. You can easily add a pop-up form on your website for collecting email addresses.)

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 9, 2019

The winners of The 3rd GCA were generated by a combination of voting from consumers on the official website (70 percent) and elections from the members of The American Food Association and The 3rd GCA Committee (30 percent). Please refer to the full list at the appendix below or the GCA’s official website. New York, NY.

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MBB Hospitality

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

In challenging times, restaurant survival becomes an art form, mastered by those willing to innovate and persevere. Implementing customer feedback systems and keeping a close eye on industry trends can position your restaurant to pivot effectively when necessary. It’s not just about reacting to change, but anticipating it.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 5, 2022

With new problems come opportunities for new innovations, and technology has been a vital resource for restaurants during the pandemic. Restaurants that incorporated digital solutions such as contactless ordering and delivery have been able to continue safely serving customers despite closures and shortages.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 14, 2021

Our company welcomes technology that will help our team members maximize time and efficiency and make their jobs more doable and enjoyable, creating a better experience for them and customers alike. Rick Camac, Dean of Restaurant & Hospitality Management at the Institute of Culinary Education.

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7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

Leveraging F&B technologies solutions can entice online customers and attract traffic to your website and social media pages. If you aim to increase customer retention, one of the most important investments is loyalty programs. Here, the card is stamped or punched each time a customer makes a qualifying purchase.

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Restaurant365

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

Full-Service Restaurants. A full-service restaurant typically includes table service and more involved customer service experiences, spanning fine dining to a sit-down dinner. Catering Services. Profit margins average 7-8% for catering service businesses. Average Profit Margins by Restaurant Type.

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Goliath Consulting

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

QR codes and digital menus allow for customers to order food and beverages at restaurants and avoid touching physical menus that may or may not have been sanitized properly. Customers are able to scan the QR code, which redirects them to the restaurant’s website in which contains the restaurant’s menu. in July, climbing 4.6%

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Goliath Consulting

SEPTEMBER 27, 2020

Here are some standout tech innovations that forward-thinking business owners are investing in today in restaurant technology: Smart ordering. Self-order kiosks can now use a camera to recognize regular customers and make suggestions based on a customer’s previous order history. producer of such self-order kiosks (6).

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 29, 2021

While staffing has always topped the list of restaurant owner/manager pain points, it now seems to be at crisis proportions. Instead of belaboring the issue, Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine went to the experts for some solutions. Customers can order and pay without speaking to a human and a runner delivers the food.

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Apicbase

MAY 8, 2024

The right restaurant management software significantly enhances efficiency and control of operating costs. However, with numerous similar systems available, tailored to various types of food service operations and specific use cases, you might ask, ‘Which software is the best fit for my business?

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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. Innovative and inviting outdoor seating is going to be crucial in order for restaurants to survive. Also, innovative and inviting outdoor seating is going to be crucial in order for restaurants to survive.

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Culinary Cues

AUGUST 28, 2020

When I see a restaurant with a lackluster website or a Facebook page of sporadic posts with lengthy gaps in activity then I sense that the business has lost its energy. Remember all of those exciting things that you did to draw customers in when business was great? Invest the time – this is very critical. CREATING A BUZZ. BE PRESENT.

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Social Media Communication Loyalty Program Training 436

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

He also added a POS system and created a mobile-friendly website. Focused on helping grow the business, Canter found a way to generate millions of additional revenue through the use of third-party delivery services such as Grubhub and DoorDash. One summer, he completely rewrote the menu. Canter knew had to find a solution to this.

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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.

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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.

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ChowNow

DECEMBER 7, 2021

This first-of-its-kind feature shows customers how much they’re helping restaurants save, offering an easy way to quantify support for local restaurants and encourage repeat orders. ChowNow’s app and website remain the only fair-for-all national marketplace for local restaurants. The Power of the ChowNow Marketplace.

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