Restaurant365

JULY 9, 2020

Restaurant inventory management is the process of monitoring the food and beverage ingredients in your restaurant. Monitoring your inventory documents what food and beverage product is coming into your restaurant, what is leaving your restaurant as product sold, and what remains on your shelves and refrigerator. Sitting Inventory.

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Lavu

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

A state-of-the-art restaurant POS System, specifically tailored for bars and restaurants, streamlines transactions, inventory management, and customer service, ensuring that business owners can focus on what they do best—serving their patrons. That’s why inventory management is one of the most important features of a good bar POS system.

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7 Shifts

JUNE 4, 2021

Inventory turnover ratio. Your CoGSs is an essential number to have when determining your menu prices, inventory and impacts your net profit margin. To calculate your COGs, you need the following numbers: Beginning Inventory, or the value of the inventory you start with. Ending inventory , or what you have leftover.

Point of Sale 416

Point of Sale Inventory Employee Relations Customer Service 416

Restaurant365

OCTOBER 29, 2021

You can use back-office restaurant technology to support a positive guest experience in areas such as payment, inventory and food costs, and staff scheduling. Many of these protocols continue to remain important to guests, and some changes have also made the dining experience more convenient. Leveraging QR Codes & Mobile Pay.

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Customer Experience Technology Mobile Ordering Inventory 158

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

You are sitting in your favorite restaurant and have placed an order on a tablet at your table. After a few seconds of placing the order, a notification appears on your messaging app. Ding* ‘Your order is being prepared by Chef Bot 19 and will be delivered to your table in approximately 19 minutes. What are AI and ML?

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Front of House Mobile Ordering Loyalty Program Back of House 201

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 28, 2022

Some great examples for restaurants are: How often the customer orders. What the customer orders. Which of your locations the customer orders from most. What the customer orders. How the customer prefers to order (for delivery, for pick-up or to dine-in). How long it takes your team to prepare an order.

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Loyalty Program Mobile Ordering Email Marketing Online Ordering 203

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 17, 2023

With the restaurant industry getting pummeled by record inflation and 53 percent of Americans saying they have cut back on dining out, finding room in the budget for raises or higher starting pay is a tough pill for any operator to swallow. The hiring shortage and the fallout from "The Great Resignation" that saw 47 million U.S.

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7 Shifts

MARCH 10, 2021

This process includes focusing on your daily finances , such as cash flow, payroll, and inventory. Invest in Technology Accounting and inventory management software are just a couple of the technologies that small business owners should invest in. Successful restaurant owners have many traits in common.

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Management Management Small Business Email Marketing 370

Focus POS

DECEMBER 8, 2021

During a “normal” year, restaurant owners and operators face issues such as cash flow and capital, inventory management, hiring and training and providing excellent customer service. As far as restaurant challenges go, inventory mistakes can be some of the costliest. For example, replace telephone orders with online ordering.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 7, 2021

As a precaution, dining areas were closed and at one point, even eating al fresco was prohibited in certain areas. Dining room procedures. Having a retail management tool with a mobile application, for instance, reduces the need for wait staff to move around when communicating with each other. Dining Room Procedures.

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Technology Operations Food Safety Kitchen Safety 189

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 12, 2021

Restaurants have made great strides in the digital realm—from contactless payments to online ordering—but 32 percent of them feel like they could add to their technology stack to optimize operations. From ordering food to reserving a table, they want to do things digitally.

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Mobile Ordering Front of House Communication Online Ordering 193

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 8, 2020

We were greeted by the manager of the restaurant and shared with him the concept of contactless dining, an experience where dine-in guests can view menus, order, and pay directly from their mobile phones. contactless payment, mobile ordering, text on arrival for seating).”

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Hospitality Technology Mobile Ordering Food Safety 204

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 10, 2020

By optimizing their websites, restaurateurs make it easy for patrons find their business online which can lead to more customers dining in and/or ordering online. If Google determines that a restaurant has a quality website, the restaurant will show up in search rankings when consumers are searching for dining options.

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Marketing Social Media SEO Website Management 224

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 11, 2021

With increased talk of COVID-19 vaccine mandates and the rise of the Delta variant , restaurant owners are still adapting their dine-in operations to keep up with the times. 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.

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Apicbase

MAY 30, 2024

It’s an all-in-one tool that supercharges every aspect of your restaurant’s performance, from order accuracy to customer loyalty, and even helps you increase profit margins. The hardware includes user-friendly terminals or tablets with high-resolution touchscreens for easy order-taking. How exactly does it do that?

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POS Inventory Cash Management Point of Sale 52

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 21, 2022

In terms of trends, it is clear that in 2023 technology will continue to shape and enhance the restaurant industry and we will see operators adopting new technologies to create an even more seamless and frictionless experience for guests, while still maintaining unique and engaging dining experiences. For part one, click here.

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2023 Loyalty Program Mobile Ordering Customer Experience 193

7 Shifts

OCTOBER 15, 2020

Every restaurant has been forced to adapt their operations in order to survive and ultimately grow for the future. The Indoor Dining Blueprint Governor Cuomo recently announced their new blueprint for indoor dining , which somewhat opens up indoor-only restaurants to the public.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 26, 2023

This past year saw the following trends: The Digital Revolution – In 2023, restaurants gravitated towards digitalization, embracing things like online ordering, mobile applications, and digital payment solutions. This transparency instilled trust and met the growing demand for conscious dining choices.

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The Restaurant Times

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

As restaurants prepare to welcome their guests, there still remains a question mark on how to create a safe and welcoming environment for guests in order to regain their confidence. Online Ordering. Online ordering channels are a must-have for restaurants due to changing customer demands. Inventory Management.

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Mobile Ordering Management Management Online Ordering 98

Apicbase

MAY 29, 2024

A straightforward definition of a ghost kitchen—and one that allows us to include all the different types we see on the market today—is a kitchen without a dine-in space or storefront that prepares food consumed elsewhere. It’s a delivery-only restaurant that prepares food in a dark kitchen with no takeaway or dine-in.

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Kitchen Safety Front of House Online Ordering Food Order 52

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Additional findings inlcude increased inventory costs caused the greatest financial strain for operators in 2021 with 33 percent citing it as their top expense, followed closely by rent (30 percent) and labor (30 percent). In most cases, new menu offerings involved adding takeout and delivery options.

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Loyalty Program Online Ordering Cash Management Point of Sale 179

Restaurant Engine

JUNE 22, 2022

A POS system helps you manage orders and take payment with ease. Many systems also help you manage inventory, track sales, pull reports, do payroll, and allow team members to clock in. If you’re like most restaurants, at one time or another a customer has complained that they had to wait too long to order food or pay for their meal.

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POS Point of Sale Mobile Ordering Cash Management 111

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 9, 2023

In a demanding new world where customers say they’re only willing to wait 30 minutes or less for food , pleasing customers and processing their orders and questions quickly is undoubtedly a win. A voice assistant can look through the menu and promote something that goes with the customer’s order.

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Mobile Ordering Customer Experience Seasonal Menu Loyalty Program 165

Squirrel Systems

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

This could include point-of-sale (POS) systems, inventory management systems, and kitchen automation tools to enhance efficiency in order processing, inventory tracking, and food preparation. Adopt Mobile Technologies: Consider mobile technologies that enhance customer engagement and accessibility.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 30, 2021

Now, with consumer behavior increasingly shifting toward intuitive and automated restaurant experiences, Canadian brands are faced with the need for the support, flexibility and efficiency of the right technology suite in order to confidently and successfully expand into the U.S. Perfecting Off-Premise and Mobile Integration.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 23, 2023

Moreover, loyalty programs are seamlessly integrated into digital platforms, including mobile apps and online ordering systems, to enhance the customer experience and make participation more convenient. Analyze demand patterns to optimize inventory and staffing, ensuring flawless execution, even during peak orders.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Quick-service restaurants are also feeling the pressure – large chains like Chick-fil-A and McDonald’s have had to close dining rooms due to insufficient staffing. Chick-fil-A even reported disabling curbside ordering in some locations to reduce strain on their workers. Rely on Technology to Increase Operational Efficiency.

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2022 Hospitality Loyalty Program Point of Sale 183

ChowNow

OCTOBER 19, 2023

ChowNow integrates seamlessly into Toast to route orders through your kitchen, manage your online menu faster and easier, reduce errors and cancellations, and have better order accuracy. ChowNow’s integration to Square allows restaurants to receive and fulfill every order into one POS and simplify their operations.

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Front of House Back of House Online Ordering Certification 78

The Rail

MAY 15, 2024

As a result, the demand for quick and convenient dining options has been met. They provide a hands-on experience that lets customers place their orders and enjoy quality eats at lower costs. You place your order at the counter or kiosk, grab a number or buzzer, and typically receive your food at the counter.

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Apicbase

MARCH 28, 2024

These include food production and inventory management. The department is responsible for purchasing and managing inventory, food preparation, cooking and plating, menu planning and pricing, food safety, and hygiene. Restaurant back-of-house operations form the backbone of a restaurant’s success. What Is Back of House in a Restaurant?

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Squirrel Systems

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Experiential Dining The dining experience is becoming as important as the food itself. Experiential Dining The dining experience is becoming as important as the food itself. Consumers are seeking unique, memorable dining experiences that engage all senses.

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ChowNow

OCTOBER 18, 2023

ChowNow integrates seamlessly into Toast to route orders through your kitchen, manage your online menu faster and easier, reduce errors and cancellations, and have better order accuracy. ChowNow’s integration to Square allows restaurants to receive and fulfill every order into one POS and simplify their operations.

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Front of House Back of House Online Ordering Certification 78

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.

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Mobile Ordering Food Safety Online Ordering Point of Sale 64

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 28, 2021

The pandemic accelerated the shift from dine-in to pick-up and delivery; and while the dine-in option will resume post mass vaccination, there is certainly a new segment of users that will remain loyal to food delivery. An increase in orders necessitates an increased focus on fast delivery and accuracy.

Mobile Ordering 193

Mobile Ordering Online Ordering Retail Customer Experience 193

Aaron Allen & Associates

MARCH 3, 2022

There are so many things to think about — from inventory management to restaurant payment and billing and more — it can be difficult to keep track of it all. We’ll explore software for inventory management, restaurant payment and billing, food delivery, dashboards, restaurant onboarding, reservation management, and ERP systems.

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Management Management Mobile Ordering Point of Sale 120

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.

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2024 Loyalty Program Cash Management Customer Experience 212

Mad Mobile

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Whatever the size of your operation, a tableside ordering system can help—it’s certainly not a tool for just large corporate restaurants. In fact, surveys show that 56% of people dine out at least twice a week! Implementing a tableside ordering system like CAKE from Mad Mobile can reshape how you run your business.

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