Perfect Daily Grind

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Every Friday, Perfect Daily Grind rounds up the top coffee industry news from the previous week. Here are this week’s stories. Mon, 30 Jan Registration opens for Specialty Coffee Association’s 2023 Re:co Symposium. The two-day event will include lectures, seminars, sensory experiences, and networking opportunities. This year’s Re:co Symposium will be held at the Oregon Convention Centre in Portland on 19 and 20 April.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

You know what they say: time is money — and kitchen prep can take a lot of time. With labor being a challenge in today’s restaurants but with business booming, the key to success is finding equipment that can speed up prep time. Here are five types of equipment that can make your life easier. 1. Continuous-Feed Food Processors Hand-cutting produce takes time, but pre-cut produce is expensive and doesn’t last as long as whole vegetables.

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Crunchtime

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Restaurant operators know that retaining employees can be a constant challenge, with employees seeming to leave faster than they can be hired. One way to help reduce employee turnover is through heightened employee engagement.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Approximately 30 million people, or 1 in 5 American employees, are bound by a non-compete clause, and this number has trended up over time. Some states, including California, North Dakota, and Oklahoma have laws making noncompete clauses void for most workers. Eleven other states have also set limits on non-compete provisions based on factors such as the amount that a worker earns, and some states specifically exclude categories of workers, including restaurant workers, from being bound by non-c

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Advertiser: Paycor

HR doesn’t exist in a vacuum. This work impacts everyone: from the C-Suite to your newest hire. It also drives results. Learn how to make it all happen in Paycor’s latest guide.

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Restaurant Business

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Restaurants and hotels led all economic segments in job creation during January, yet still came up about half a million jobs short of where their payrolls were pre-pandemic, according to new federal statistics.

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Restaurant Business

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Fiscal 2022 was a good year for the multi-brand franchisor, which highlighted the 'power of the portfolio' and plans to double down on co-branding.

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NetWaiter

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

This guest post about operating a Ghost Kitchen is from Victor Delgadillo, a freelance writer with extensive experience in the F&B industry.… The post How To Operate A Profitable Ghost Kitchen appeared first on NetWaiter.

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Restaurant Business

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

How operators can address the shifting workforce was a top topic at the National Association of Food Equipment Manufacturers’ 2023 conference.

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Food Business

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

A new type of episode starts today with diehard industry professional Jenny Gaitner. This episodes' focus is on the living wage. She's been working in restaurants and bars as an employee since her teens. This episode is an honest and open conversation from the perspective of two people who have watched the industry since the 80s. What has changed, and what is more equitable in philosophy and respect for the employee?

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Advertiser: Paycor

HR doesn’t exist in a vacuum. This work impacts everyone: from the C-Suite to your newest hire. It also drives results. Learn how to make it all happen in Paycor’s latest guide.

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Restaurant Business

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Working Lunch: Proposals in Massachusetts and Virginia are proof the wage-setting model called for by California's first-of-its-kind law is spreading geographically and across job types.

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The Salt

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

The new standards, if implemented, would limit added sugars and sodium and emphasize whole-grain and domestically-produced products. (Image credit: Rogelio V.

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Restaurant Business

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Restrictions and a COVID surge in December hammered sales in the Seattle-based coffee chain's second-biggest market. But Starbucks still has big plans for the country.

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EATER

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

A grown-up set of divided plates. | Amazon I’m not picky, I just don’t want my food to touch I am not an especially picky eater. In fact, I’d say I’m pretty much down for anything so long as there are no beets or olives involved. But I can be particular about the way in which my food is served, especially if it involves dishes that are at all saucy or sloshy.

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Speaker: James Kahler, COO of Full Course

Ever wondered where to splurge and where to safely conserve when it comes to operating and growing your restaurant? 🤔 Join James Kahler, COO of Full Course and industry visionary, in this new webinar where he'll talk all about best practices to invest in your restaurant's success! Whether you're a new business or an established restaurant, a seasoned pro or a rookie, you'll learn the keys to sustainable success in this competitive industry.

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Restaurant Business

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

The multi-brand platform created by a former Chipotle Mexican Grill exec is preparing to add a new category to the family.

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EATER

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Dina Ávila/Eater Chef JuanMa Calderon’s Peruvian version of the South American stew is simple, comforting, and delicious In Lima, it’s not likely that you’ll see locro — a stew of squash, potatoes, and corn — on a restaurant menu, says JuanMa Calderon, the chef and co-owner of the Boston-area restaurants Celeste and La Royal. It’s cheap and simple, something your mom might prepare.

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Restaurant Business

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Owner Andrew Simmons turned his aging restaurant into a laboratory. The results: Lower prices, fewer workers and a line out the door.

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Lady Boss Blogger

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Working in another country can be an exciting new opportunity. However, with certain occupations such as law, this is a little more complex. There are many things to consider for practicing law in another country. While it may seem complicated, there are steps you can take to prepare for the move and make the transition […] The post 5 Tips For Practicing Law In Another Country appeared first on Lady Boss Blogger.

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Advertiser: Paycor

From welcoming new team members to tough termination decisions, each employment lifecycle phase requires a balance of knowledge, empathy & legal diligence.

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EATER

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

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Lady Boss Blogger

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

As a business owner, keeping your company on the right side of the law is important. However, this can be difficult, especially if you are unfamiliar with the laws that apply to your industry. Learning the laws around your business can ensure it succeeds and maintains its reputation. This blog post will discuss some of […] The post How To Keep Your Company On The Right Side Of The Law appeared first on Lady Boss Blogger.

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EATER

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

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Lady Boss Blogger

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

If you want your business to thrive, the right technology can be a game-changer. In today’s digital world, your business must have the right tools in place so you can keep up with the competition. Technology is always changing so at times it can seem hard to keep up with the latest tools to run […] The post Here’s The Technology Your Business Needs To Thrive appeared first on Lady Boss Blogger.

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Advertiser: Paycor

Blue-collar jobs have a branding problem. One company, GEON, partnered with Paycor to find the solution. Learn how to attract, engage, and retain blue-collar employees, helping them build meaningful careers – and support your company’s goals.

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Apicbase

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

“You can have a strong brand but still be locally sensitive.” Apicbase CEO Carl Jacobs asked Daniel Spinath , the founder of Crêpeaffaire , how he grew the brand and successfully entered the international market with a niche product: crêpes. From a single location in downtown London to 30 stores across the UK and the Middle East, Daniel aims to grow the business to 300 locations and operate various distribution channels worldwide.

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EATER

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Shutterstock America’s other NRA has made headlines for its lobbying — lobbying some say is against the interest of restaurant workers When you hear the acronym “NRA,” you probably think of the organization that is laser-focused on ensuring that this country never passes another common-sense gun law. But there’s another NRA, the National Restaurant Association , that also wields a great deal of political power in both Washington, D.C., and state legislatures across the country, all with the stat

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