7 Shifts

JANUARY 31, 2024

Inventory management Managers need to ensure the kitchen is stocked with the right amount of food so that nothing is wasted and as few items need to be 86'ed as possible. Managers are responsible for nearly every aspect of the restaurant and have to cover a variety of duties.

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Culinary Cues

SEPTEMBER 26, 2020

Engage them, trust them, encourage them, excite them and give them an opportunity to help far beyond preparing a plate of food or delivering it to the table. They see those hesitant customers walking into a restaurant (or not) while scanning the environment for masks, distancing, and proper safety protocol. Ask your staff!

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Culinary Cues

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

So, take a deep breath, kick a few empty five-gallon buckets around the kitchen (make sure they are empty), release a string of expletives if it makes you feel better, and take a few ibuprofens to address that constant headache. Yes, I’m talking about what it will be like in our restaurants from this point on and into the foreseeable future.

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7 Shifts

JANUARY 26, 2021

Ordering online, paying with mobile phones, scanning QR codes for a menu, and a ton of takeout, are just a part of dining out now. For both safety and ease, there isn’t a better option. 2020 was a year that the restaurant industry won’t soon forget. million out of work, it was nothing short of devastating.

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Clover - Restaurants

MAY 3, 2024

Recent surveys confirm the importance of cleaning and sanitizing in food industry establishments for building customer confidence and in influencing diner choice. City and state health departments monitor local restaurants to ensure they’re following food safety management program guidelines.

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Apicbase

MARCH 28, 2024

These include food production and inventory management. Additionally, the BOH handles food safety and restaurant administration. The back of the house supports the front of the house (FOH), enabling the customer-facing team to focus on serving a memorable experience. Food safety. Cost control.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 25, 2022

When restaurants got the green light to reopen their dining rooms, they implemented a host of safety procedures to prevent the spread of germs. Although the new tool required many restaurant staffers to serve dual roles as waitstaff and technical consultants, using QR codes was a resounding success. QR codes are nothing new.

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The Restaurant Times

APRIL 27, 2022

Steps To Open A Casual Dining Restaurant In The USA. A casual dining restaurant serves moderately-priced food in a comfortable and laid-back setting. In a typical casual dining restaurant, guests are waited on by servers and bartenders. Some of them serve alcoholic beverages as well. Business License .

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 28, 2020

The younger generations don’t just want great food, they expect memorable experiences. People have so many options when it comes to dining out so we need to go above and beyond. People have so many options when it comes to dining out so we need to go above and beyond. Here are their responses. To read part one, click here.

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Culinary Cues

APRIL 26, 2020

What will our restaurants physically look like with social distancing, how will we be able to interact with guests at service, how will our kitchen teams function as a unit, what changes will be necessary for our menus to be effective, and what role will take out and delivery play in every restaurant concept? Everything helps.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 5, 2021

It’s not enough just to recover, retail and specifically restaurants and the food industry are compelled to pivot, adapt and create a model that will endure. One hotel in upstate New York increased salaries of kitchen staff to $20 from $12.50 In lieu of available labor, companies are turning more to automation.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 8, 2021

With the COVID-19 pandemic surging across the country, it’s more important now than ever before to focus on employee safety. The major focus of these guidelines is keeping customers safe, but it’s equally important to consider the safety of employees. For restaurant owners, the answer lies in the technology. 86 Paper Chits.

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Squirrel Systems

MARCH 8, 2024

From the kitchen to the dining room, robots are revolutionizing how meals are prepared, served, and even created. Current Use of Robotics in Restaurants Kitchen Automation One of the most significant areas where robotics has made inroads is in the kitchen.

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The Rail

MARCH 14, 2023

By Andrea Abbondanza, Contributor In today's fast-paced digital age, restaurants are constantly seeking innovative ways to enhance the dining experience for their customers. QR codes offer a convenient and contactless way for customers to access menus, order food, and pay using mobile devices. What is a QR Code for a Restaurant?

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 3, 2024

We look forward to another year of serving up fresh dishes and brighter mornings to every customer with care, openness and intention. Unique experiential opportunities will further enhance customer engagement, providing memorable moments beyond just the act of dining. Read the first part, here.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 3, 2021

Eight out of 10 consumers said they expect to continue their current dining habits beyond coronavirus , so the time is ripe to reevaluate the processes and tools QSRs use that prohibit adaptability. The entire restaurant industry has been hit particularly hard as consumers have drastically reduced their spending on dining out in every format.

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Culinary Cues

MAY 18, 2020

Know that the degree or certificate is more than an acknowledgement of the skills and knowledge that you have gained – it represents your level commitment and discipline that will serve you well. The restaurant industry is being hit extraordinarily hard, unlike any other time in recent history.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

Even in states that now allow indoor dining with safety measures, many customers still have concerns that keep them away, perhaps because a significant percentage of this summer’s outbreaks are linked to bars and restaurants. An optimized online ordering process also simplifies life in the kitchen.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 13, 2022

Just as restaurants were on the path toward recovery after COVID-19 closures and safety restrictions, the current economic conditions continue to present challenges for the industry. Recent surveys are showing the vast majority of Americans have been cutting back on dining out.

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Culinary Digital

AUGUST 10, 2021

Dining out not only evokes cherished memories and family traditions, but it also gives senior living residents one of life’s greatest pleasures. Amid the COVID pandemic, foodservice operators might have ramped up outdoor dining and curbside pickup. COVID-19’s economic toll on the foodservice industry hasn’t been evenly distributed.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Keeping our guests and team members safe remains our top priority and is the highest form of hospitality in these times. We’ve always seen bartaco as a place to escape, and providing that comfort allows our guests to relax, have fun, and feel transported for a while. Steve Martorano, owner of Cafe Martorano in Fort Lauderdale.

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7 Shifts

APRIL 23, 2021

Early on in 2020, we were scrambling to figure out ways to get food to customers and how to give staff enough hours and keep them on the payroll. The same New York Times story found that 80 to 85 percent of Crafted Hospitality group's kitchen employees have moved out of New York City. Adam Ranier, Writer, Restaurant Manifesto.

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360Training

JULY 9, 2020

Not the dining experience you want to give customers, right? According to market research conducted in 2017 , 11% of customers used a gluten-free “eating approach” in the previous year. That’s one percent more than vegetarian and over twice the vegan market. Here are five solid guidelines to secure your success.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 18, 2021

But as reality of the pandemic sunk in and dining rooms remained closed, it became apparent that ordering delivery and takeout was the best way to help restaurants weather the storm — and there was a significant consumer appetite to do so. Delivering Success with Ghost Kitchens. So what’s next? Will these habits stick?

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7 Shifts

DECEMBER 9, 2020

After a brief shutdown in March, they kept to take out until local laws allowed patio dining. They empowered guests to order food and pay through Toast Order&Pay and had captains provide “the traditional touchpoints of service,” like greeting, getting water, checking back, and upselling cocktails and dessert.

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Sante

JANUARY 26, 2020

Enjoy the big game at a new eatery or acclaimed restaurant with stellar food & drink specials in Miami on Super Bowl Sunday! Safety Package | One pitcher of Mojito and two orders of chips & salsa $450 for the game | 6PM - 11 PM $650 for the day & game | 9 AM - 11 PM. Event date: February 2, 2020 (All day).

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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. From meal kit delivery to ghost kitchens and more, restaurant owners put on their creative hats during this time period. In fact, nearly one in six restaurants closed their doors in some capacity last year.

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Goliath Consulting

JUNE 30, 2020

But even after the pandemic, sanitation and safety concerns are expected to remain, and the restaurant business model may have to evolve in a way that utilizes more tech-driven service systems. And clearly, online delivery will start to become an indispensable part of the dining culture as customers dine-in less.

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7 Shifts

OCTOBER 15, 2020

The Indoor Dining Blueprint Governor Cuomo recently announced their new blueprint for indoor dining , which somewhat opens up indoor-only restaurants to the public. A restaurant is not just the restaurant owner, a restaurant is the kitchen staff, waitstaff, the whole industry around restaurants.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

The extra precautions and contortions of today’s pick-ups will eventually fade, but the model of customers grabbing food right outside the restaurant is here to stay. Yes, curbside reduces the number of virus-spreading interactions and increases safety, but that’s about the only good news for the people running the restaurant.

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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?

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The Restaurant Times

APRIL 7, 2022

A fine dining restaurant in Gulf countries like Oman is a blend of delicacies and a bespoke experience. With its rich history and culture, the food on the Omani dinner table tells a tale of Arab royalty. It is thus, the right time for Omani restaurateurs—and upcoming restaurateurs—to own this bustling dining scene.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 16, 2020

To help ensure the survival of these restaurants, many of which are family owned, the PR industry has banded together to create a campaign called "Dining Bonds." The dining bonds are being offered by participating restaurants across the country at a suggested savings of 25 percent when purchased. . "We're More than 2.45

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 8, 2022

The open kitchen concept has become one of the biggest trends in the restaurant industry. When people walk into a restaurant, food transparency is what matters the most. An open kitchen makes the understanding of the whole food production process really simple. Pros of Open Kitchen. Cooking Skills Are Cool.

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Sling

MAY 13, 2023

Whether you’re looking to hire employees for a fine dining establishment, a food truck, or a fast food business, you’ll need any number of restaurant positions to make up the foundation of your team. A fine dining establishment may need all 24 positions on this list, while a food truck may only need three or four.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 14, 2021

Beyond a welcome reprieve from 18 months of eating at home, sit-down dining experiences can provide a sense of normalcy; people are eager to return when it’s safe to do so. Alfresco dining will play heavily into consumer decisions on where to dine, according to Enthuse research. Looking for other examples?

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 14, 2020

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is expanding its franchise opportunities to feature another nontraditional franchise model – virtual kitchens and has executed area development agreements to bring more of Dickey’s slow-smoked, Texas-style barbecue to Chicago, Houston and Orlando, as well as make its debut in Providence, Rhode Island.

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