Culinary Cues

APRIL 15, 2023

All good intentions – they want to create full or partially full dining rooms for restaurants in need. This misconception about restaurants and profit reaches beyond the guest, the media, and town or city leadership. If you are not in the restaurant business, then maybe this sounds reasonable.

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Seasonal Menu Café Point of Sale Social Media 447

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 30, 2024

Small pilots expose weaknesses, risks and required iterations so leadership can determine if initial plans need adjustment, delay or abandonment. Private equity investors particularly pressure leadership for rapid revamps and location expansions that often degrade original hospitality vision and culture over time.

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Leadership Small Business Cash Management Customer Experience 199

Culinary Cues

OCTOBER 27, 2023

To make it simple, the restaurant can choose to be either chef centric or restaurant centric. This involves, first and foremost, the decision regarding who to hire as chef and sous chef and the level of control this person will be given. Either choice can be viewed as key to success or failure. This menu is who I am.”

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Hiring Training Pricing Leadership 392

7 Shifts

APRIL 21, 2023

In that leadership position, he created classes for managers on skills like leadership and cost control. What comes to mind when you think of success in the restaurant industry? A colorful TV personality or a renowned cookbook author? Not every restaurant worker wants to be a celebrity chef. Here's how they got to where they are today.

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Leadership Training Front of House Customer Experience 195

Culinary Cues

JUNE 1, 2020

This is when leadership is most needed. Leadership is always important, but seems to be in critical need when we are in time of crisis. This is when people turn to either those with the title or those with a history of leadership. This is when people turn to either those with the title or those with a history of leadership.

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Leadership Supplies Guest Recovery Small Business 61

7 Shifts

JANUARY 31, 2024

Managers are responsible for nearly every aspect of the restaurant and have to cover a variety of duties. This wide-ranging responsibility is a lot, and it often leads to burnout. In addition to their main duties, restaurant managers also have to contend with all the unwritten or hidden responsibilities that fall on them.

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Management Management Kitchen Safety Front of House 398

Culinary Cues

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Walking down the streets in the once most robust city in proximity to my home, I was deeply concerned at what I saw. This was a tradition of early holiday shopping, hoping to beat the maddening crowds that typically flood shopping districts and restaurants this time of year. Any man’s death diminishes me because I am involved in mankind.”

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Customer Experience Customer Service Food Safety Retail 362

OpenTable

AUGUST 2, 2020

Outdoor Dining Has Become a New Lifeline for Struggling Restaurants. James Beard Employees Demand More Diversity in Leadership, Salary Transparency in Internal Letter – Eater. The Pandemic Could End the Age of Midpriced Dining – The New York Times. Can upscale casual, midpriced dining survive COVID-19? … Read more.

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Outdoor Dine-in Leadership Seating 59

7 Shifts

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Notable increases in shifts schedules for Back of House Manager (125%) , Dish/Prep (117%), Cook (111%) and notably, Driver (85%) are indicative of the shift towards off-premise dining brought upon by the pandemic. We've seen a 77% increase in patio roles , likely due to the extension of patio season and prevalence of outdoor dining.

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Front of House Back of House 2019 Employee Relations 195

Culinary Cues

MAY 26, 2020

So the question is – where is the leadership in building such a plan? Where is the real leadership from professional organizations and from the communities where those restaurants reside? Oh, but what if customers don’t want to return to dining rooms? Let’s assume, for a moment, that we actually are all in this together.

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Kitchen Safety Leadership Food Safety Front of House 267

Culinary Cues

JULY 16, 2022

Whenever I visited New York City with students, or with family, Dick helped arrange for us to meet well known chefs and restaurateurs, visit, tour and dine in incredible benchmark restaurants, tour flagship hotels, and in some cases find kitchen space for our student culinary teams to prepare for competitions.

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Front of House Back of House Education Leadership 366

Culinary Cues

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Building a culture of learning may just be as important as a restaurant concept, the design of the kitchen space, ambience of the dining room, and intensity of a marketing plan. In a true learning organization, teaching and training is environmental and is not limited to ownership or leadership to provide. Think back in personal time.

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Training Seasonal Menu Back of House Leadership 367

Culinary Cues

MAY 19, 2022

By 7:00 the dining room was full, and the orders came in relentlessly. The early crowd sputtered in – parties of two mainly, usually no appetizers – they got down to business with the less expensive entrees and a cocktail. This was “order/fire” time. As sous chef, he was focused on double checking everything before the push.

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Seating Dine-in Seasonal Menu Leadership 374

7 Shifts

JULY 24, 2020

Topics: Leadership; time management; reducing overheads and staff turnaround. ?? This is probably the only time in your restaurant management career that you’ll be able to take actual breaks! 7shifts Marketing Team Recommends Just like marketing, people always come first in the restaurant business. Published: 2009 ?? Author: Danny Meyer ??

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Book Management Management Restaurant Law 370

7 Shifts

MAY 17, 2022

They define the experience of working in a restaurant and dining at it. Even before the pandemic hit, there's been a growing feeling that the restaurant industry has to do better when it comes to employee experience. We're seeing a culture shift. Table of Contents. What is restaurant culture? Why is restaurant culture important?

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Culinary Cues

JANUARY 12, 2021

This place tucked away in the hills of the northeast represented the epitome of culinary arts in their American Plan dining room. This place tucked away in the hills of the northeast represented the epitome of culinary arts in their American Plan dining room.

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Seasonal Menu 2005 Hotels Customer Service 470

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Restaurant employees play an integral role in the dining experience, representing the building blocks of delightful guest experiences, ultimately creating loyal patrons who come back for more. However, in today's economic environment, restaurant staffing is being put to the test, posing a bigger challenge today than ever before.

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Management Management Coaching Front of House 175

Embrace the Suck

MARCH 27, 2020

Don’t get all upset (not quite yet), because in many states it is mandatory that they shut down dine-in service and are only allowed takeout, delivery, or curbside options. Full dining rooms for lunch and dinner. They had already made some big changes in their leadership team already. An Opportunity in Disguise.

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Leadership Cash Management Coaching Take-out 337

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 23, 2023

Think about each of your customer audiences and what they’re seeking in their dining experience. Is your concept a fun dessert spot, do you provide an upscale dining experience, or do you specialize in authentic international cuisine? Yet, there is nothing common about your specific brand. business park or neighborhood shopping plaza).

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Franchise Franchising Marketing Social Media 178

Embrace the Suck

JANUARY 24, 2022

Full dining rooms for lunch and dinner. There can be a duality in leadership partnerships: one is an enabler and the other is the disciplinarian (good cop, bad cop mindset). There can be a duality in leadership partnerships: one is an enabler and the other is the disciplinarian (good cop, bad cop mindset). Rave reviews.

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Cash Management Leadership Coaching Take-out 255

7 Shifts

MAY 1, 2023

Team management is a top concern for restaurants these days. 37% of restaurant operators say employee retention and productivity is one of their priorities for 2023. One in five operators report reducing labor costs as one of their main goals. Given the circumstances, restaurants are looking for better ways to attract and retain good talent.

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Hiring Training Management Management 195

Culinary Cues

AUGUST 21, 2023

Suddenly patrons were standing in long lines not just for the food and ambience, but to catch a glimpse of the chef in his (or noticed better late than never) or her starched chef whites wearing a smile and walking through the dining room like a member of royalty. People traveled cross country to experience these chef extravaganzas.

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Back of House Food Supply Government Dine-in 390

Culinary Cues

JULY 5, 2023

This is what draws the very best employees to a restaurant, leads those with the means to invest in the business, and lights up the media who will paint a picture of excellence that builds excitement and anticipation around a dining experience. But real confidence at this level doesn’t come easy. So, what does that mean? Are you committed?

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Sports Leadership Article Presentation 350

7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

My managers also used code names based on menu items to “rate” female customers. When my friend was 22, she served at a steakhouse that mandated short dresses and heels. When she was 23, the manager asked her to put on makeup in one of her first shifts at a breakfast grill. She promptly quit. These accounts may not shock you. She has a point.

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Leadership FOH BOH Website Management 195

The Restaurant Times

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

Ian is a food veteran with over 30 years of experience in food manufacturing, multi-country supply chains, coffee shops, fine dining, casual dining, QSR, and the home delivery markets. He was voted “World’s Best Restaurant Partner” by the Global Restaurant leadership conference in 2017 /18. . He joined the Riyadh-based Alfa Co.

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Dine-in Fine Dining Back of House Customer Experience 52

Foodable

MARCH 31, 2023

Miami Hospitality Group Develops New Strategy For Growth Upscale Dining" on Spreaker. One of the critical reasons Grove Bay Hospitality has successfully attracted top talent is its strong leadership team. Listen to "1. Grove Bay Hospitality is a restaurant and hospitality management company based in Miami, Florida.

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Hospitality Leadership Bar Dine-in 97

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 18, 2020

"Constant changes to rules tested the brand but Tap 42 relied on their leadership and strong culture to rebound and envision an even brighter future. "Human beings want socialization, experiential gatherings and many times this is centered around dining. ."

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Leadership Magazine Online Ordering Outdoor 159

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 14, 2021

This isn’t lost on the National Restaurant Association, which sent a letter to Congress this summer to highlight the results of a recent consumer confidence survey and to urge leadership to replenish the Restaurant Revitalization Fund. With staff and goods shortages, restaurants are paring down their dining and cocktail menus.

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Information Consumer Goods Customer Experience Kitchen Safety 178

7 Shifts

JANUARY 31, 2024

Managers are responsible for nearly every aspect of the restaurant and have to cover a variety of duties. This wide-ranging responsibility is a lot, and it often leads to burnout. In addition to their main duties, restaurant managers also have to contend with all the unwritten or hidden responsibilities that fall on them.

Management 195

Management Management Kitchen Safety Front of House 195

Culinary Cues

JUNE 22, 2020

Every chef has experienced it and as a result he or she will relate to the content of this article. There are times, possibly many times, when you question your own skill – whether in cooking or presenting food, or even with the operation of a kitchen. All in all – I can do the job.

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Food Presentation Leadership Café 433

7 Shifts

MARCH 29, 2023

He started out at Darden Restaurants and has worked in executive leadership roles at Del Frisco's, Michael Mina and Birdcall before joining bartaco in 2021. Yeah, they were pioneers in a lot of ways of bringing tapas food to the States before it was really a style of dining. Whereas before it was 'who's going to pay me the most money?'

Front of House 195

Front of House Back of House Tip Distribution Coaching 195

Culinary Cues

MAY 31, 2021

He or she may be focused on preparing thousands of meals every day or working on special events or officer dining that provide an opportunity to elevate their cuisine further. The physical, mental, and emotional challenges are significant, and the dedication and passion required are as pronounced as one might find in any field.

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Fine Dining Training Customer Service Serving 319

Clover - Restaurants

MAY 7, 2024

Executive Chef Job Description As Executive Chef, your breadth of professional experience is matched by your passion for culinary excellence, strong leadership skills, and creative flair for menu development. Provide valuable input on pricing, menu adjustments, and marketing initiatives to enhance the overall dining experience.

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Back of House BOH Kitchen Safety Front of House 52

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 31, 2021

As of June 2021, 39 states and the District of Columbia had reopened to 100-percent indoor dining capacity; 11 states and Puerto Rico are open at varying capacities ranging from 50 to 80 percent. Technology, Outdoor Dining, and Alcohol To-Go Are Here to Stay. Labor and Food Costs Remain Top Challenges. The Threat of Delta.

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2021 Beverage Leadership Food Order 177

7 Shifts

JULY 12, 2023

So in that, I was granted and was honored to be a part of the Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership Program for James Beard. Kwini Reed fell into the restaurant industry by accident. She met her now husband and business partner, chef Michael Reed when he worked at Poppy + Rose in downtown LA. I seen the books. I really don't need to be there.

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Front of House Back of House Take-out Book 370

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 9, 2019

Taylor brings deep experience in restaurant off-premise ordering and extensive executive leadership experience in both startup and growth-oriented businesses. In 2016, under Taylor’s leadership, Splick-it acquired its competitor, Onosys, to further strengthen the company’s market position and expand its product offering.

Leadership 167

Leadership Online Ordering Website Management Customer Experience 167

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 1, 2022

As brands scrambled to change their business models – whether through the adoption of touchless payments, delivery and curbside pickup, or the use of QR codes to access online menus – consumers were also forced to adapt their dining behaviors. And according to Technomic, Inc., Addressing Retention.

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Front of House Loyalty Program Back of House Training 229