7 Shifts

MAY 11, 2020

Now, after weeks of relying solely on takeout, delivery, and other business models to bring in revenue, restaurants are seeing some relief as regulations ease and business reopening plans rolling out across the country. Employees must report any symptoms and recent travel to their managers before a shift.

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BOH FOH Food Safety Equipment 368

Squirrel Systems

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

While third-party reservation and food delivery services offer convenience and increased visibility for restaurants, they also have several drawbacks. These services handle customer inquiries, bookings, and delivery, which can lead to a disconnect between the restaurant and its patrons.

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Reservations Delivery Customer Service Customer Experience 52

The Food Corridor

MAY 7, 2020

Two common themes are food businesses transitioning to online ordering for delivery or curbside pickup, and others turning to an ecommerce model. Transition to Food Delivery or Ecommerce. Create a Streamlined Delivery Menu. Create a Streamlined Delivery Menu. Delivery Logistics. More on that below.

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Delivery Food Online Ordering Email Marketing 98

7 Shifts

JUNE 1, 2022

BITAC Food and Beverage. Website: BITAC Food and Beverage. Website: MURTEC. Spanning three days in one of the world's most renowned food destinations, this conference has something for everyone, with courses for independent owners and multi-unit operators. Food Marketing Conference. When: January.

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2022 Fast Casual Website Management Workshop 195

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 29, 2022

Closures, supply chain problems, labor shortages, technology, and inflation are just a few of the challenges operators have faced in recent years. Here are six things I see coming in 2023: Labor pressure is easing, but operators are still looking for labor management. The worst of the labor problem is beginning to ease.

2023 209

2023 Technology Back of House Customer Experience 209

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

Unprecedented labor and supply chain pressure will drive most of the restaurant trends that will define 2022, industry analysts say. Restaurants will also explore delivery options beyond costly third-party partnerships, and hike delivery menu prices to make the channel more lucrative as off-premise demand holds steady.

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2022 Customer Service Online Ordering Website Management 216

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

The food your restaurant serves should taste good, look appealing, and be safe! Each year, food safety breaches sicken 48 million people in the United States and, of those, 128,000 are hospitalized and 3,000 die. Food safety must be “baked in” to your brand’s culture so key audiences know that you prioritize it.

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Food Safety Food Food Supply Training 143

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 27, 2022

The restaurant industry is still dealing with pandemic-related issues, including supply chain disruptions, new COVID variants and surging cases, labor shortages, rising prices, and a shift in consumer demand. As a result, ghost kitchens, delivery-focused kitchens without a storefront or dining area, are growing in popularity.

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Kitchen Safety Food Safety Audits Food 208

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 20, 2023

2023 brought new challenges to the table for the restaurant industry, from rising food prices due to inflation to continued disruptions in the supply chain. Some of the most valuable insights for restaurants are found in general operations data, customer data and website data.

Marketing 193

Marketing Loyalty Program Email Marketing Coupons 193

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 15, 2021

Delivery and curbside pick-up reduced on-site staffing. The ingrained customer behavior over the past year, delivery, mobile orders, curbside pick-up, will likely continue. Lavu, the restaurant technology services company, estimates 42 percent of food purchases are made online. Menus were trimmed to a fraction of original size.

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Technology Loyalty Program Front of House Online Ordering 199

The Restaurant Times

MAY 27, 2020

In a delivery-only restaurant business, the food you serve remains one of the main parameters to differentiate your brand from the rest. However, the packaging of food is important as it captures the attention of customers and creates a desirable brand perception. Use Proper Delivery Food Packaging.

Delivery 98

Delivery Recycling Food Customer Experience 98

7 Shifts

DECEMBER 17, 2020

Customer retention is important because it measures how good your restaurant is at making your customers happy and bringing them back in the door (or ordering delivery). The simplest way to collect customer data in a quick-serve or fast-casual restaurant is to have customers supply it on a sheet of paper at the register.

Loyalty Program 370

Loyalty Program Social Media Email Marketing Customer Service 370

Apicbase

MAY 8, 2024

The right restaurant management software significantly enhances efficiency and control of operating costs. MarketMan offers tools for automating invoicing, recipe costing, and food cost calculations, making it a popular choice among restaurateurs. Purchasing and order management: The software digitises purchasing and ordering.

Inventory 52

Inventory Food Supply Kitchen Safety Back of House 52

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 8, 2023

From the rise of Instagram food bloggers and selfie walls to paying outrageous prices for the #SaltBae experience , consumers are now expecting restaurants to deliver an experience beyond flavor. We relied on local shops and grocery deliveries when hunkering inside our homes. Where Have All the Restaurant-Goers Gone?

Social Media 177

Social Media Customer Experience Website Management Customer Service 177

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 5, 2022

Indoor dining closures, staff shortages and the supply chain are ongoing issues, especially as the Delta and Omicron variants continue to spread. Restaurants that incorporated digital solutions such as contactless ordering and delivery have been able to continue safely serving customers despite closures and shortages.

Technology 166

Technology Front of House Online Ordering Back of House 166

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 6, 2023

In this column, Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine looks at newly introduced menu items from top brands. Sweetgreen launched Green January, an opportunity for customers to jumpstart a healthy routine in the new year through real, fresh food. 5 or while supplies last. 5 or while supplies last. Green January.

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2023 Menu Mobile Ordering Coupons 128

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 11, 2020

Your restaurant already has a crew of experts: chefs, bartenders, event managers, and more. These could include cocktails, food and beverage tastings, appetizers, main courses, desserts, event decor, and just about anything else you can think of. Virtual Meetings + Food or Swag. Trivia Nights.

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Events Food Supply Entertainment Equipment 209

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 14, 2021

Restaurants will continue to grapple with labor shortages and supply chain disruptions throughout 2022. Managers lack the tools to properly schedule employees and plan for shifting consumer demands, and as a result, businesses are paying for redundant overworked labor, or having to manage with inadequate labor due to hiring challenges.

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2022 Food Supply Mobile Ordering Customer Experience 186

7 Shifts

APRIL 24, 2020

Keep an eye on your 7shifts account as your managers have been encouraged to post Announcements to keep your team in the know. Managing financial wellbeing Unemployment applications in the U.S. Apply for regular benefits, sickness benefits, caregiving benefits, or other through the Canadian government website.

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Social Media Insurance Website Management Government 352

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 19, 2020

In this edition of MRM News Bites, we feature a webinar that looks into the future of restaurants, face pay, delivery robots, drone delivery and a new venture for MRM. Barbara Castiglia , MODERATOR – Modern Restaurant Management. US Foods Ghost Kitchens. US Foods Holding Corp. The Main Course. FAT (Fresh.

Kitchen Safety 199

Kitchen Safety Loyalty Program Delivery Customer Service 199

7 Shifts

JULY 16, 2021

Do they serve just coffee or small foods as well? See why 500,000+ restaurant pros choose 7shifts for scheduling and team management. Rent, equipment costs, supplies, marketing, and paying staff are among the costs you'll incur when just starting. Small Business Administration 's website. Know of any local coffee shops?

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License Hiring Equipment Point of Sale 461

Restaurant365

MARCH 30, 2020

With the sudden elimination of dine-in options, many restaurants are either shifting to a takeout/delivery only model or implementing a delivery option for the first time. Deciding whether to add delivery, and how, is a particularly difficult decision for restaurants during these times. Completing staff training.

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Delivery Operations Insurance Cash Management 78

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 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 act replaces previous regulations on the cottage food industry. The bill would have had a dramatic impact on fast food franchises.

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2021 Restaurant Law Kitchen Safety Food Safety 186

The Restaurant Times

MAY 27, 2020

In a delivery-only restaurant business, the food you serve remains one of the main parameters to differentiate your brand. However, the packaging of food is important as it captures the attention of customers and creates a desirable brand perception. Use Proper Delivery Food Packaging. Make It Convenient.

Delivery 52

Delivery Recycling Food Customer Experience 52

Restaurant Engine

DECEMBER 9, 2020

People love your food, and they want it outside your restaurant, too. You have a restaurant, and people already love your food. The most important thing to consider is whether or not you have the resources to manage the added work. Things to think about include: Who will manage the catering operations? Extra Services.

Catering 113

Catering Website Management Seasonal Menu Food Supply 113

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 14, 2020

Some restaurants with take-out or delivery options have stayed open, but may have shifted to limited menus, or are running on skeleton crews if employees are unable to work due to ill family members or lack of childcare. This isn’t just about ensuring a website looks nice. Evaluate and Shift Your Ad Spend.

Customer Experience 221

Customer Experience Online Ordering Social Media Mobile Ordering 221

Apicbase

MAY 5, 2022

If one thing is certain, consumers want food delivered to their homes ready to eat. The European Online Food Delivery Market is projected to reach US$ 66.2 It’s an online menu optimised for delivery and promoted through food ordering apps. Rise Of Delivery-Only Restaurants. That’s massive.

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Franchise Franchising Delivery Sustainability 52

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 8, 2020

This, of course, is in addition to the other important safety protocols that restaurants must follow (cooking foods to proper temperatures, avoiding cross contamination, accommodating food allergies, etc.). Food safety sanitation procedures are more important than ever to combat the novel coronavirus. Manage Visibility.

Food Safety 198

Food Safety Social Media Website Management Food Supply 198

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. Additionally, inventory management software helps prevent food wastage by optimizing supply chains and minimizing overstocking.

Mobile Ordering 64

Mobile Ordering Food Safety Online Ordering Point of Sale 64

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 24, 2020

On-Demand Delivery for Square Online Store. 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. The buyer receives text updates with links to live maps to track delivery progress.

Guest Recovery 212

Guest Recovery Kitchen Safety Mobile Ordering Food Safety 212

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 12, 2022

Early in the pandemic, 72 percent of operators invested in delivery and mobile/online ordering to boost revenue during mandated stay-at-home orders according to TD's 2020 survey, and it appears the popularity of these offerings is here to stay. Investment in delivery and mobile ordering pays off. In Love with Tech, but Impatient.

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2022 Mobile Ordering Guest Recovery Point of Sale 212

Apicbase

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

2023 has been a challenging year for restaurant operators, caught as they were between rising food costs and labour shortages. Food costs increased in 2023: according to one survey, 60% of operators reported that all or most suppliers raised their prices , up from 50% in 2022. trillion), while food-at-home spending grew by 10%.

2024 52

2024 Operations 2023 Loyalty Program 52

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

All that said, grappling with supply chain and labor shortages and with an imperative to keep everyone safe continues to put restaurant operators in a tough position. So if you have to deal with bigger crowds, your staff can easily manage the queues of orders, personalize staff alerts, and more. Go Digital. Don't forget QR codes.

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Loyalty Program Online Ordering Social Media Mobile Ordering 193

Cheetah

JANUARY 27, 2022

As 2022 kicks off, operators that wish to stay competitive must upgrade their website and social media presence to keep up with the changing restaurant world. The time and skill set required to keep all your social media channels, website, POS and scheduling systems and other tech tools up to date and effective is becoming harder.

Social Media 78

Social Media 2022 Website Management Online Ordering 78

Restaurant365

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

Just as there is no single food and drink formula for restaurant industry success, there is no simple formula for a healthy profit margin. Your restaurant profit margin can be influenced by food and inventory trends, your geographic location, the state of the broader economy, and a wide range of other factors.

Loyalty Program 183

Loyalty Program Fast Casual Point of Sale Online Ordering 183

Takeaway Solutions

FEBRUARY 17, 2019

One of the most effective ways to expand is to add an easy online menu/ordering system and delivery options for your customers. Delivery significantly increases the number of people who effectively can become customers of your restaurant. The key logistical point of managing your delivery load is the number of orders you take.

Delivery 62

Delivery Online Ordering Dietary Restrictions Catering 62

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 31, 2021

From meal kit delivery to ghost kitchens and more, restaurant owners put on their creative hats during this time period. Leveraging digital channels like websites, social media, text and email, to manage reservations, handle carryout orders and communicate pick-up instructions to eager diners is essential to thrive in a post-covid world.

Customer Experience 182

Customer Experience Customer Service Online Ordering Food Safety 182