7 Shifts

AUGUST 26, 2019

"Restaurant revenue management is defined as selling the right seat to the right customer at the right price and for the right dura­tion."— From there, you can make vital decisions about price, service capacity, table turnover, and your menu to boost revenue and profits. Engineer your menu for sales and profits.

Management 408

Management Management Airlines Customer Service 408

SpotOn

MAY 13, 2024

As the summer season approaches, bringing with it longer days and warmer weather, restaurants have a golden opportunity to welcome waves of customers looking for memorable dining experiences.  Think about adding thematic decor, comfortable seating, and even outdoor entertainment to craft an unforgettable dining experience.

Seasonal Menu 98

Seasonal Menu Outdoor Email Marketing Loyalty Program 98

7 Shifts

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Get it wrong—with a menu that doesn't fit the ambiance or pricey dishes not suited for the clientele—and would-be regulars will at best feel confused and at worst never return. Restaurant concepts define the overall theme or idea behind a restaurant, including cuisine, service style, music, and menu design. Menu design.

Fast Casual 370

Fast Casual Food Truck Casual Customer Service 370

7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

ChowNow ChowNow is a customized online ordering app for restaurants. When you sign up for either the monthly or annual plan, the ChowNow team will build an iPhone app tailored specifically to your business and made available via the iTunes App Store, free for your customers to download and enjoy. OpenTable seats around 1.6

Operations 367

Operations Management Management Mobile Ordering 367

Open for Business

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

While traditionally associated with fine dining, the prix fixe (pronounced “pre-feks”) menu has transcended its high-end roots, becoming a popular culinary trend. When curated with care and promoted effectively, this menu is a powerful tool for any restaurant, capable of making a memorable impression and drawing eager guests through the door.

Menu 78

Menu Seasonal Menu Fine Dining Social Media 78

7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

ChowNow ChowNow is a customized online ordering app for restaurants. When you sign up for either the monthly or annual plan, the ChowNow team will build an iPhone app tailored specifically to your business and made available via the iTunes App Store, free for your customers to download and enjoy. OpenTable seats around 1.6

Operations 353

Operations Management Management Mobile Ordering 353

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 13, 2024

Establishments are grappling with a complex crisis characterized by empty seats in dining areas and behind the scenes, where a shortage of skilled workers is keenly felt. Understanding the Drought The labor shortage has hit hard, with many restaurants operating below capacity despite a rebound in customer demand.

Loyalty Program 194

Loyalty Program Customer Service Customer Experience 2024 194

The Rail

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Researchers sought to find out the effects of offering mints to restaurant customers on customer satisfaction. Offering mints led to a 20% increase in customer tips and customer satisfaction. In other words, good and personalized customer service yielded a positive impact for the restaurant business.

Customer Service 52

Customer Service Social Media Email Marketing Reservations 52

7 Shifts

JANUARY 10, 2024

Located in a market with a focus on Latin American businesses, what sets Destino apart (aside from inventive cocktails) is the note under the dessert menu: “In lieu of tipping, we add a 20% service charge to each order to support a professional wage for our entire team. Table of Contents What is a service charge?

FOH 222

FOH Front of House Customer Service Back of House 222

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

As consumer options and demand shifted, businesses were forced to adapt and prioritize new technologies and alternate ordering experiences that would allow them to deliver on customer expectations. This allows for brands to have a direct relationship with customers, and in turn, create more personalized, frictionless engagements.

Mobile Ordering 201

Mobile Ordering Marketing Menu Fast Casual 201

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Restaurants are no longer just about the food – they are about the complete dining experience, which includes ambiance, service speed, and personalized interaction. These technologies promise to streamline processes, improve customer service, and provide a competitive edge in an increasingly digital world.

Operations 187

Operations Front of House Customer Service Customer Experience 187

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 29, 2024

Food is visceral in a way that airline seats aren't. ’" Is it possible for restaurants to have the best of both worlds and maximize revenue and still capture customer loyalty? That partnership will hopefully bring the customer voice to the table while at the same time understanding the challenges of the business.

Pricing 140

Pricing Airlines Loyalty Program Education 140

7 Shifts

JULY 16, 2021

Create a Menu. 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. Do they have indoor seating or are they takeout-only? Seating capacity. Expected menu prices. Coffee Shop Concepts.

License 461

License Hiring Equipment Point of Sale 461

7 Shifts

JULY 10, 2020

Set a goal for your restaurant’s grand opening—whether it’s seating capacity, an order volume, or revenue for your first day back in business. Also consider sending an Announcement to your team about the grand reopening, the menu, and what they can do to prepare. Set a budget ?? You can book online or give us a call.

Events 351

Events Social Media Kitchen Safety Seating 351

BNG Point of Sale

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

How To Improve Restaurant Service and Win Back Customers . Before entering a restaurant, most customers and restaurant guests already have certain assumptions and expectations in mind. Customers rely on restaurants for good service and great guest experience, which includes tasty food and the type of service attached to it.

Customer Service 52

Customer Service Point of Sale Customer Experience Loyalty Program 52

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Your Response Menu. Regardless of your restaurant’s chosen policies in response to the pandemic — and there are a wide range of approaches — your customers need to know what they can expect when visiting your establishment. With COVID-19 continuing to be a consideration for consumers across the U.S.,

Communication 200

Communication Social Media Menu Loyalty Program 200

7 Shifts

JANUARY 10, 2024

Located in a market with a focus on Latin American businesses, what sets Destino apart (aside from inventive cocktails) is the note under the dessert menu: “In lieu of tipping, we add a 20% service charge to each order to support a professional wage for our entire team. Table of Contents What is a service charge?

FOH 195

FOH Front of House Customer Service Back of House 195

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 11, 2024

Management takes on multiple jobs throughout the restaurant including hiring, marketing, maintaining the budget, operations and keeping customers and staff happy. You often have young employees who go outside of their duties to make sure the restaurant is running smoothly and ensure each customer receives the best service possible.

Management 166

Management Management Back of House Customer Service 166

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 25, 2024

Sidewalk cafes, rooftop terraces, and courtyards are all excellent options for expanding seating. Surrounded by flourishing herbs, edible flowers, and citrus trees, guests can savor the farm-to-table tasting menu while immersed in nature. The use of outdoor space often means more seating opportunities for businesses.

Outdoor 88

Outdoor Seasonal Menu Seating Reservations 88

Culinary Cues

AUGUST 9, 2021

Wow visuals on the plate and in the dining room, wow views from every seat, wow service, and of course – wow flavors on the plate. Take care of your employees and vendors and they will take care of your paying customers. Let them kick the tires and take the menu for a spin. They can’t sell a product that they don’t know.

Front of House 473

Front of House Customer Experience Workshop Dine-in 473

Culinary Cues

MARCH 26, 2022

Again, turn to the National Restaurant Association for guidance. [] PRICING YOUR MENU BY COMPARISON. These are the restaurateurs who call me up and ask: “My dining room is full, why am I not making any money?”. [] NOT UNDERSTANDING HOW TO PLAN EFFECTIVE MENUS. Service is off.” Training ALWAYS pays back in dividends.

Cash Management 366

Cash Management Social Media Restaurant Law Communication 366

7 Shifts

JANUARY 31, 2024

This includes greeting guests and thanking them for their patronage, conducting tableside checks, and resolving any customer complaints quickly, effectively, and empathetically. The best restaurant managers take customer service a step further, recognizing regulars and personalizing service for a more memorable guest experience.

Management 398

Management Management Kitchen Safety Front of House 398

Culinary Cues

NOVEMBER 6, 2022

My professional life has been dedicated to the kitchen, the people of restaurants, the ingredients and their source, the process and the adrenaline, the service and an opportunity to make people happy, and of course those plates as they slide down the pass. They are all part of my passion for the preparation and service of food.

Food Truck 393

Food Truck Customer Service Customer Experience Food Supply 393

Culinary Cues

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

When a destination welcomes more people than there are restaurant seats then even the mediocre seem to thrive but check back in a year or two and you will probably find a new owner, a new concept, and a different shot at success. A restaurant cannot survive on attitude, service, and food alone – it must operate as a savvy business.

Fine Dining 392

Fine Dining Front of House Customer Service Customer Experience 392

7 Shifts

JUNE 4, 2021

Numbers can give us insights into everything from profits and losses to average customer spend to how often employees cycle through. Average customer headcount. Customer Acquisition Costs. Customer Retention Rate. Ideal menu price. It also plays a key factor in pricing your menu. Table turnover rate.

Point of Sale 417

Point of Sale Inventory Employee Relations Customer Service 417

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 27, 2022

Restaurant customers do everything from their phones. It’s not shocking that many restaurants are keeping with the COVID-bred tradition of QR code menus long after the CDC’s more conservative guidelines have softened. QR Code Menus Are More Sanitary. aureus (staph) — both known to survive on plastic menus.

Online Ordering 201

Online Ordering Customer Service Fast Casual Recycling 201

Culinary Cues

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

It’s the same with nearly everything in life, especially businesses that provide a product or entertainment service. Chefs know how to play it safe; cooks understand what it means to stick to the basics, and many customers do like to embrace predictability. It’s no different in great restaurants. Now, what can I get for you?”

Coaching 350

Coaching Small Business Café Entertainment 350

7 Shifts

JULY 22, 2022

It’s also important to note that using outdoor space and adding more seating to your restaurant can increase your revenue by 30%. You have the ability to build custom job postings in order to find ideal, qualified candidates for your restaurant's roles. Staffing for summer. It costs an average of $5,864 to hire a new team member.

Tip Distribution 392

Tip Distribution Certification Document Seasonal Menu 392

Culinary Cues

DECEMBER 20, 2021

We are witnessing the death of service to those who service the end consumer. The menu cannot be driven by the chef’s desires, or the operator’s determined concept without a strong partnership with wholesalers. If any part of this service formula is broken, then the chef’s hands are tied. Pay now or we cut your service.

Point of Sale 411

Point of Sale Food Supply Supplies Small Business 411

The Rail

MAY 15, 2024

Peer into counter service restaurants, from fast food chains to trendy eateries, which play an active role in the restaurant industry. They provide a hands-on experience that lets customers place their orders and enjoy quality eats at lower costs. Counter service is efficient and hassle-free, focusing on a self-service model.

Fast Casual 52

Fast Casual Customer Service Customer Experience Fine Dining 52

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 11, 2021

As a part of this process, many operators have once again turned to outdoor dining as a lifeline to help recover lost revenue and make customers feel at ease. Additionally, POS insights can help restaurant owners identify their top-selling seasonal items based on customer data and adjust the menu accordingly.

Outdoor 195

Outdoor POS Front of House Seasonal Menu 195

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 5, 2022

I don’t have one client who has all the servers necessary to run their operations, which results in a lot of complaints about long waiting times once the guest is seated. The first question is, how do I give the quality service that our guests expect? Quality Service Above All. Quality Service Above All.

Seating 185

Seating Training Customer Service Point of Sale 185

7 Shifts

APRIL 7, 2021

New CDC restrictions not only hindered capacity percentages but changed the way employees interacted with customers daily. In some cases, the employer will also educate employees on outside resources like life insurance, homeowners insurance, and even home warranty services.

Training 370

Training Food Safety Customer Experience Insurance 370

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 18, 2022

Surprisingly, enhancing the customer experience can go a long way toward alleviating staffing challenges. Virtual queuing offers an opportunity to impress and delight customers while improving the employee experience and increasing your restaurant’s efficiency. However, waiting isn’t always a good experience for customers.

Seating 201

Seating Customer Experience Customer Service Take-out 201

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 30, 2024

Typical restaurant KPIs involve monitoring costs around food, labor and supplies, pricing adjustments, table turnover rates during peak periods, customer wait times, promotion effectiveness, brand sentiment on review sites, and training completion rates. Define the one or two KPIs most critical for your top growth goals.

Leadership 201

Leadership Small Business Cash Management Customer Experience 201

7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

The demands of the modern bar are significant: inventory issues, demanding customers, volatile prices, and — perhaps the biggest of all — staffing, scheduling, and other labor concerns. More data-driven decisions Bar management software also typically collects all sorts of data on your operations and your customers.

Inventory 195

Inventory Bar Management Management 195

7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

The demands of the modern bar are significant: inventory issues, demanding customers, volatile prices, and — perhaps the biggest of all — staffing, scheduling, and other labor concerns. More data-driven decisions Bar management software also typically collects all sorts of data on your operations and your customers.

Inventory 195

Inventory Bar Management Management 195