7 Shifts

MAY 23, 2024

This includes: Net Sales: The total revenue derived from your sale of food and beverages. However, as a rule, the primary costs you can expect in running your restaurant are usually related to food, labor, and rent. Managing a restaurant is not for the faint-hearted. Table of Contents What is included in a restaurant budget?

Point of Sale 222

Point of Sale Seasonal Menu Food Supply Cash Management 222

Culinary Cues

APRIL 15, 2023

All good intentions – they want to create full or partially full dining rooms for restaurants in need. Here’s the kicker: It cost each restaurant $900 to participate in the week (I guess to cover town wide promotion expenses) and every restaurant must agree to deep discount pricing for guests.

Seasonal Menu 447

Seasonal Menu Café Point of Sale Social Media 447

Culinary Cues

JULY 4, 2021

By now, everyone is aware that there are enormous challenges with the supply chain – brought on by the pandemic and post pandemic rush to return to normal. So, here we are facing overnight demand (it’s like everyone turned on the open switch at the same time) that exceeds supply and our ability to deliver.

2021 495

2021 Food Supply Seasonal Menu Supplies 495

Goliath Consulting

AUGUST 28, 2020

With how the restaurant industry looks right now, from shifting consumer behavior and volatile demand, strategically pricing a menu has never been so complicated, nor so important. Adjust your food costs so that it reflects your target food-cost percentages. Determine the pricing elasticity of items. Study the market.

Pricing 158

Pricing Menu Food Supply Food Safety 158

Culinary Cues

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Holiday decorations were already on full display, a touch of snow was on the ground and Christmas Carols were drifting through the air, but shoppers and diners were in very short supply. Every restaurant knows that once a customer walks through the door a sale of food and beverage will likely result. These businesses can’t give up!

Customer Experience 362

Customer Experience Customer Service Food Safety Retail 362

7 Shifts

DECEMBER 18, 2023

With tip payouts, servers share portions of their tips with other staff members, such as bartenders, hosts, and food runners. The role of a restaurant manager is always in motion. There’s always something else to get done, a new fire to put out, and broken things to fix. And the laminated paper and dry-erase method just gets messy.

Management 398

Management Management Email Marketing Point of Sale 398

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 15, 2024

Each year, it is estimated that about 1 billion chicken wings are eaten on Super Bowl Sunday, so operators must keep a large supply of wings on hand for those hungry football fans. Is inflation still driving wing prices? The price of many staple items is continuing to increase throughout the beginning of this year.

Food Supply 203

Food Supply Point of Sale Back of House Inventory 203

Culinary Cues

NOVEMBER 25, 2023

There are ample opportunities to cut corners for the sake of the bottom line, there are loads of ways to take advantage of your employees, there is always a temptation to overcharge to control food cost, and avoiding change because it is disruptive is always whispering in your ear. This is one of the reasons why they choose to dine out.

Seasonal Menu 353

Seasonal Menu Food Supply Training Presentation 353

Apicbase

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Who can imagine the restaurant industry today without off-premise dining options like delivery, takeaway, curbside pickup, ghost kitchens, and drive-thru? It’s safe to say that off-premise dining has become an essential part of consumers’ lifestyles and a massive driver of industry growth. The reason is simple.

Dine-in 98

Dine-in Online Ordering Delivery Food Order 98

Culinary Cues

APRIL 23, 2022

The cost of raw materials seems to always go up, most ingredients that restaurants use are highly perishable, customer volume is less predictable than we would like, seasonal differences in quality are quite significant, the supply chain is out of step with demand, and waste seems to be a real problem in many operations. First in, first out.

Food 381

Food Seasonal Menu Waste Point of Sale 381

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Yelp found that food businesses are seeing one of the largest increases of inflationary experiences compared to Q3 2021, followed by restaurants. In response, consumer searches for budget-friendly dining and grocery options are higher than Q3 2021. year over year, with reviews mentioning inflation up by 22 percent compared to Q3 2021.

Fast Casual 166

Fast Casual Food Supply 2022 2021 166

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 22, 2022

Rising food costs are the number one issue of concern for chefs heading into 2023, according to the survey, with 44 percent of respondents ranking it as their top worry. Rising labor costs, the inability to find staff to hire, and rising non-food costs (utilities, containers, furniture, etc.)

Food Supply 185

Food Supply 2023 Fast Casual Fine Dining 185

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 20, 2022

The restaurant industry once again proved its resilience in 2022 as it dealt with ongoing obstacles like inflation, supply chain, labor shortages and more. Increasing menu pricing has helped to offset costs and so far, has continued to attract customers since grocery prices are outpacing the increases in restaurant tickets for dining out."

2022 193

2022 Food Supply Point of Sale Dietary Restrictions 193

Culinary Cues

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Don’t allow it – there is no space for that crap in our places of work. [] THE SUPPLY CHAIN IS BROKEN AND WILL BE FOR A WHILE: This is the straw that broke the camel’s back. Well, the supply chain is bigger than all of us, very complex, and apparently – very fragile.

Food Supply 416

Food Supply Employee Relations Kitchen Safety Social Media 416

7 Shifts

JANUARY 11, 2021

National Restaurant Association has partnered with LetsGetChecked to offer members exclusive pricing on-at-home tests Implement an Employee Health Tracking System to minimize infections and spread. With indoor dining closed as per Governor Cuomo until further notice, outdoor dining has become a staple of dining out in New York City.

Guest Recovery 358

Guest Recovery Online Ordering Outdoor Front of House 358

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 4, 2022

Inflation is at its highest in decades, with food and energy costs rising faster than the average, not to mention labor cost increases across all industries. In addition to a surge in demand, supply chain bottlenecks continue to impact supply for a variety of products. Let’s start with what’s happening and why.

Supplies 195

Supplies Food Supply Pricing Consumer Goods 195

Culinary Cues

JUNE 14, 2022

Let’s begin with some facts about the business of serving food: There are more than 1 million restaurant locations in the United States. fell in the category of “fine dining”. Supply chain challenges are not going away as production and logistics catch-up. Why would I choose to support a locally owned restaurant?

Fine Dining 468

Fine Dining Food Supply Customer Service Presentation 468

Culinary Cues

AUGUST 22, 2022

The food was, of course excellent, but more importantly reflective of the region and its history and the experiences of the chef. The dish machine was likely an under counter unit and there was no need for a walk-in cooler since supplies were purchased every day; a reach-in or two would suffice. Bigger isn’t always better. That was it!

Seating 442

Seating Front of House Back of House Cash Management 442

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 31, 2022

Ongoing inflation, higher interest rates, escalating food prices, and a tight labor market across industries add to the uncertainty. This was particularly true for restaurants as dining preferences shifted dramatically throughout these last two years. Overstock on Cleaning and Sanitation Supplies. Get Ready Early.

Food Supply 186

Food Supply Outdoor Supplies Customer Experience 186

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 10, 2022

Nobody has time for that when there is a crowded dining room, to-go orders flying out the window and customers complaining about their favorite menu items going up in price. Here are three ways you can reduce your restaurant supply and labor costs: Use Technology to Streamline Operations. Take food cost management for instance.

Supplies 193

Supplies Food Supply Audits Inventory 193

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 8, 2024

QSRs Shift Focus from Slow-Paced Dining to Swift, Transactional Experiences Quick Service Restaurants (QSRs) are reimagining their dining spaces to prioritize speed, convenience, and personalization over traditional, slow-paced dining experiences. Read the first part, here. For the second part, click here.

2024 212

2024 Loyalty Program Cash Management Customer Experience 212

Clover - Restaurants

APRIL 9, 2024

Thankfully, the restaurant industry has bounced back from those difficult times, but one thing is still true–supply chain challenges continue to be obstacles that cannot be overlooked. Reliable, quality food suppliers for restaurants are one of the few key components that a dining establishment must have to remain operational.

Food Supply 98

Food Supply Online Ordering Food Truck Food Order 98

Culinary Cues

MAY 3, 2023

Your customers will rave, and you can raise your prices to cover the difference. Where we fall short is in the details of that menu, the complements, the “tag along” ingredients. Great bread IS ESSENTIAL in any level of restaurant experience. It is essential (there- I said it again). They are out there. Bread is the same way.

Food Truck 467

Food Truck Customer Experience Food Supply Take-out 467

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 27, 2022

As we close out 2022, food production is at risk. We’re still facing product shortages, exacerbated by ongoing supply chain interruptions and the Russian-Ukrainian war stalling food shipments – including 9.5 Inflation is causing food prices – and food insecurity – to soar. . million tons of grain.

Food Safety 222

Food Safety Audits Food Supply Food 222

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

Restaurants have faced labor shortages, supply and equipment shortages, and climbing food prices, with no past playbook on how to navigate the crisis. In fact, according to the National Restaurant Association, 95% of operators said their restaurant has experienced supply chain delays or shortages in recent months.

2021 186

2021 Food Supply Food Truck Supplies 186

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Many dining establishments found ways to use AI to track and flag stock quantities, automate schedule-making for staff, implement customer service chatbots and process online orders. Each year, Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asks experts for their views on the state of the industry. Here are some of their insights.

2023 192

2023 Loyalty Program Mobile Ordering Consumer Goods 192

7 Shifts

AUGUST 6, 2021

On a micro level, forecasting helps a restaurant plan for inventory orders and how many employees need to work each shift to make and sell food. Faultless restaurant forecasts, however, are dependent on navigating predictable trends like holidays and seasonality alongside unpredictable ones such as weather and major world events.

Seasonal Menu 370

Seasonal Menu Point of Sale Inventory Food Supply 370

7 Shifts

DECEMBER 18, 2023

With tip payouts, servers share portions of their tips with other staff members, such as bartenders, hosts, and food runners. The role of a restaurant manager is always in motion. There’s always something else to get done, a new fire to put out, and broken things to fix. And the laminated paper and dry-erase method just gets messy.

Management 195

Management Management Email Marketing Point of Sale 195

7 Shifts

JUNE 29, 2022

The FTC Rule largely pertains to franchisors supplying prospective franchisees with a franchise disclosure document – a document from franchisors providing 23 key information points to franchisees regarding need-to-know information about the business. Tools For Supporting Franchise Compliance. What Does Franchise Compliance Even Mean?

Franchise 370

Franchise Franchising Restaurant Law Document 370

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 14, 2021

Q: How can restaurateurs get their hands on the right disposable products and packaging to support off-premise dining and ensure operational costs don’t increase with the high demand? Take-out and off-premises dining aren’t going anywhere. Quality packaging doesn’t only apply to food. Secure Inventory and PPE.

Management 143

Management Management Food Supply Customer Experience 143

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 28, 2023

As we step into the new year, it is crucial to examine how AI goes beyond being a buzzword and becomes a real driving force that shapes the way we experience dining. As we step into the new year, it is crucial to examine how AI goes beyond being a buzzword and becomes a real driving force that shapes the way we experience dining.

2024 120

2024 Dietary Restrictions Customer Experience Customer Service 120

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 10, 2022

Food prices are soaring amidst supply chain disruptions, increasing labor costs, and processing plant shutdowns. Poultry prices are up 15 percent to 18 percent ; the cost of eggs has risen 73 percent. consumers say they’re happy paying higher prices for great service. First-Rate Service. Seven out of 10 U.S.

Customer Experience 181

Customer Experience Online Ordering Customer Service Mobile Ordering 181

Culinary Cues

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

The choice to be great or not so great is in the hands of the restaurateur and the folks who make a living with food. Unfortunately, dining out and finding the right place to work is oftentimes a wishful roll of the dice. Some mediocre operations may experience a false sense of euphoria simply because of supply and demand.

Fine Dining 392

Fine Dining Front of House Customer Service Customer Experience 392

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Additionally, as a result of the ongoing labor shortage, we anticipate more automated chatbots to support on-site team members and help streamline their work as well as operators looking for locations with smaller dine-in square footage in favor of adding more drive-thru lanes. Here are their insights. You order online and receive a code.

2022 177

2022 Food Supply Back of House Kitchen Safety 177

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 26, 2022

Additionally, r estaurant and food new business openings (74,616) also increased 10 percent from 2020 (67,611). "Restaurant and food businesses are continuing to adapt to the many challenges they’ve faced over the last two years," Pria Mudan, data science leader at Yelp, told Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine. "Our

2021 185

2021 Consumer Goods Travel 2019 185

Restaurant Clicks

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

There’s culture to be found in the museums, nightlife, and of course, the food. No matter if you’re just passing through for business, planning a formal event, looking for an epic blowout, or treating yourself and your family to a fine dining experience, you can find excellent food and private dining throughout Detroit.

Dine-in 106

Dine-in Seasonal Menu Fine Dining Reservations 106

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 28, 2021

From full service to fast-casual to legacy fast-food brands, the one constant was disruption. This approach required fewer front-of-the-house staff to maintain a dining room, complied with government orders, and kept many brands from closing. More recent price increases have nearly doubled this number.

Franchise 192

Franchise Franchising 2022 Fast Casual 192