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Opening a Second Restaurant? Tips for Managing a Multi-Location Move

The Rail

To maintain brand integrity, document your operations in detail. Plan the layout, taking into account kitchen flow, seating arrangements, and emergency exits. Maintain Standards Across Both Locations One of the biggest risks of opening a second restaurant is inconsistency. This is also the time to inspect equipment for wear and tear.

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MRM Research Roundup: AI Investment Heating Up and Summer Dining Dos and Don’ts

Modern Restaurant Management

The chain’s documented emphasis on training shows in its strong performance on service quality and value. The Splintered Path to Purchase The path to purchase has splintered, and Gen Z is in the driver’s seat. The CBI survey was conducted between February 19 and February 24, 2025, and included 1,001 adult U.S.

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Restaurant Accounting: Comprehensive Guide to Financial Management

The Restaurant Group

A restaurant accountants responsibilities typically include tasks such as recording transactions in the general ledgerthe master document for capturing financial transactions. You gotta check metrics like revenue per seat, prime cost calculation, and daily sales report. It’s foolproof and saves hours!

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Is scheduling on paper killing your business? How scheduling software helps

ChowNow

Entering timesheets into payroll is tedious Restaurant payroll is a stack of endless documents. Restaurant scheduling software, like 7shifts, helps reduce manager workload and increase employee engagement by putting employees in the driver’s seat.

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Restaurant Business Plan: Must-Know Steps to Open a Successful Restaurant in 2025

Lavu

How many seats will your restaurant have? The number of seats will determine the number of guests and checks each day. Check out this tool from SmartDraw to turn your seating chart into a visual display for your restaurant’s business plan. Start with the basics. Menu pricing determines the check average.

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How to apply for the Restaurant Revitalization Fund grants

7 Shifts

Get your documents ready (more below). Gross Receipts Documentation: Any of the following documents demonstrating gross receipts and, if applicable, eligible expenses. Gross Receipts Documentation: Any of the following documents demonstrating gross receipts and, if applicable, eligible expenses. What do I need?

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Five Digitally Disrupted Industries to Study as Restaurants Make the Shift

Modern Restaurant Management

The hotelier’s loss of the digital guest relationship is well documented and a cautionary tale for any restaurant brand that does not envision a future where marketing budgets are dominated by campaigns to win back the guest.