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A Pivotal Moment Regarding Sustainability for Restaurants

Modern Restaurant Management

It’s no great surprise to say QSR and fast casual restaurants can be considered among the most energy-intensive commercial building types making it increasingly challenging for operators to balance the goals of efficiency, profitability and sustainability. In order to reduce energy consumption and their carbon footprint in addition to realize savings, Craveworthy Brands is partnering with Budderfly.

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The Complicated Legacy of ‘Super Size Me’

EATER

Morgan Spurlock | FilmMagic, Inc The fuzzy line between the man Morgan Spurlock and his work results in a thorny legacy for the late, disgraced documentarian’s most influential film, Super Size Me , which turned 20 this year There’s an awkward scene toward the beginning of Super Size Me 2: Holy Chicken! — the unheralded sequel to the Oscar-nominated Super Size Me documentary — where Morgan Spurlock calls to inquire about procuring a bank loan to buy his own chicken farm.

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An Alamo Drafthouse Cinemas franchisee shuts down

Restaurant Business

A six-unit operator with locations in Texas and Minnesota closed its locations and filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, citing continued losses.

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A Commercial Shelving Buying Guide for Your Restaurant’s Back of House

Wasserstrom

Unlike picking out furniture for your home kitchen, selecting commercial shelving for your restaurant’s back of house (BoH) is a surprisingly complex task. Foodservice demands a specialized approach to storage, and we are here to help you make the best selection to meet the needs of your professional kitchen. This shelving guide breaks down the […] The post A Commercial Shelving Buying Guide for Your Restaurant’s Back of House appeared first on The Official Wasserstrom Blog.

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10 HR Metrics for 2025: HR Data Toolkit

The right HR metrics can illuminate hidden trends, justify decisions to the C-suite, and give you an edge in this unpredictable economy. Download Paycor’s guide and learn how to calculate your: Cost-per-Hire Total Financial Impact of Absences Voluntary Turnover Rate And more!

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Red light on a major traffic change spares NYC restaurants from more cost pressure

Restaurant Business

Government Watch: New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has indefinitely suspended congestion pricing, shielding the local industry from a crimp in its supply chain. The development was one of several breaks this week in the business' favor.

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To Surcharge or Not? Restaurant Owners Consider Credit Surcharge Options

Thrive POS

In today's highly competitive restaurant industry, managing costs and maintaining profitability are constant challenges. One emerging trend that offers relief to tight profit margins is the implementation of credit surcharges. This article explores the history, legality, and current trends of credit surcharges, and how this option can be a viable solution for restaurant owners.

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OpenTable Waitlist vs Eat App Waitlist (Your 2024 Guide)

The Eat Restaurant

Restaurant waitlist management is an absolute must for any restaurateur looking to stay ahead in the competitive industry. When it comes to choosing between the two most prevalent waitlist systems, OpenTable Waitlist and Eat App Waitlist, which one should you go for?

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How to build a restaurant leadership team

Clover - Restaurants

Most great restaurants need great restaurant managers. These employees are generally entrusted to mitigate customer complaints, create shift schedules, handle cash drawers and bank deposits, help employees navigate interpersonal conflicts, and even hire employees on behalf of ownership. The question is, how do you find a good one? Hiring a restaurant leadership team can be overwhelming, but great people are out there to steward your business and satisfy your customers.

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Meet the Modern Boilermaker

EATER

The boilermaker, or a beer and a shot, has gone from a dive bar staple to a considered menu item at cocktail bars across the country.

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New bill would allow restaurants in California to continue using service fees and other surcharges

Restaurant Business

Consumers would need to be alerted to the add-ons ahead of time. The measure's proponents are asking that it be passed before most surcharges are outlawed starting July 1.

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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The 19 Essential Cairo Restaurants

EATER

Yehia El Alaily A fine dining tasting menu right next to the Giza pyramids, tahini-drizzled kebabs at a century-old shop tucked in a historic alley, cocktails at a rooftop bar overlooking the Nile, and more of Cairo’s best meals Cairo, the bustling, vibrant heart of Egypt, is a little-known food lover’s paradise. Famous for its ancient sites, the city boasts a culinary scene that’s as diverse and rich as its culture and history, driven by global trends and Egyptians themselves, who are eating ou

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Introducing the Summer of Soft Serve

Restaurant Business

State of the Plate: Menu trends columnist Nancy Kruse finds plenty of delicious examples that soft-serve ice cream's reach is expanding far beyond fast food.

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Overheard at the World’s 50 Best Restaurants Awards

EATER

Chefs and spectators weighed in (anonymously) on the night’s winners

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Other California industries are grousing about the state's new fast-food wage

Restaurant Business

Employers in other fields say they're feeling intense pressure to raise pay. Plus, they want to see a break from the pro-labor legislation of the last decade or more.

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The Funding Recipe for Your Restaurant – A Guide To Growing Your Business

Fuel your restaurant’s success with our comprehensive 2025 funding guide! Running a restaurant comes with unique financial challenges, from managing seasonal fluctuations to covering unexpected expenses like equipment repairs or ingredient shortages. This guide dives into fast, flexible financing options for restaurant owners. Discover how to bridge cash flow gaps, fund expansions, or navigate slow seasons without compromising service quality.

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The OneDine otg Tablet: Leading the Way For Your Brand’s Success

OneDine

Discover the Power of OneDine’s otg Tablet: Revolutionizing Restaurant Service In the fast-paced world of the restaurant industry, efficiency and customer satisfaction are paramount. That’s where OneDine’s cutting-edge otg (On-The-Go) tablet steps in, transforming the dining experience for both staff and customers. Whether you’re a restaurant owner, manager, or simply a tech enthusiast, our otg tablet is set to revolutionize how you think about dining out.

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All-you-can-eat wings deliver traffic spike for Buffalo Wild Wings

Restaurant Business

Visits jumped by as much as 74% on days the promotion ran last month, according to data from Placer.ai.

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Make Koda Farms’s Three-Ingredient Cocoa Mochi Recipe if You Dare

EATER

Photo illustration by Lille Allen; see below for full credits. All you need is cocoa powder, mochiko flour, sugar, a microwave, and some grit Everyone knows me for my butter mochi. It’s been my go-to potluck dish for over a decade, ever since I learned how to make it from a college friend who was born and raised in Hawai’i. The wonderful thing about butter mochi is how easy it is — both to make and to eat.

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The former CEO of Famous Dave's is making a play for Rubio's and BurgerFi

Restaurant Business

Jeff Crivello has been buying up brands like Cowboy Jack's this year. He is now turning to the two struggling fast-casual chains after acquiring their debt, giving him a good chance to buy both.

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5 Ways You Can Win Faster with Gen AI in Sales

Incorporating generative AI (gen AI) into your sales process can speed up your wins through improved efficiency, personalized customer interactions, and better informed decision- making. Gen AI is a game changer for busy salespeople and can reduce time-consuming tasks, such as customer research, note-taking, and writing emails, and provide insightful data analysis and recommendations.

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A Handy Guide to Understanding Restaurant Awards

EATER

World's 50 Best Restaurants, James Beard Foundation Awards, and Michelin stars — explained This story was originally published on May 1, 2017 and has been updated to reflect current information. Who runs the world’s best restaurants? It depends upon whom you ask. Here’s a quick look at three of the most prominent domestic and international gastronomic awards organizations — the World’s 50 Best Restaurants list, the Michelin Guides, and the James Beard Foundation — and why they matter.

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Starbucks hopes a more open mobile app can help reverse sales problems

Restaurant Business

The coffee shop chain in July plans to open its app to everybody, not just Starbucks Rewards members. But it is already promoting its value there as it works to rebuild sales from occasional customers.

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Boost your recruitment and onboarding with Bizimply & Occupop!

Bizimply

Having top-notch software is crucial, but it’s just one aspect of the equation. Without recruiting the right talent and managing […] The post Boost your recruitment and onboarding with Bizimply & Occupop! appeared first on.

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Salmonella has now sickened 320 in the East, but authorities can't say if there's a common source

Restaurant Business

Cucumbers have been connected to two of the three contaminations. Still, the outbreaks could be separate, according to health officials.

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HR’s Blueprint for a Successful 2025

The HR industry is changing. Did you know… 1. There will be 4M more jobs than workers by 2033 ( BLS ). 2. For 84% of workers, flexibility is a top priority ( FlexJobs ). 3. 75% of employees have used AI at work ( CFO.com ). It’s time to meet the moment! Use Paycor’s guide to design a blueprint for success.

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How Integrations Play Into a Successful Coffee Shop POS Platform

Revel Systems

Founded in 2008 in Portland, OR, Black Rock Coffee Bar has quickly catapulted to more than 135 locations in seven states and is on pace to continue opening between 30-40 new storefronts each year.

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How Domino's broke new ground with a tell-all ad campaign

Restaurant Business

Restaurant Rewind: Few other chains have dared be as forthcoming about product quality as the pizza chain was. Now it's taking the opposite track. How's that likely to go?

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More than 150 in U.S. became sick due to a possible salmonella outbreak in cucumbers

The Salt

More than 150 people across more than 20 states have fallen ill after being exposed to cucumbers that were possibly contaminated with salmonella, the CDC said Wednesday. No deaths have been reported.

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May 2024 National Restaurant Sales Metrics

Margin Edge

MarginEdge | We took data from thousands of restaurants across the country and compiled a report to show sales trends for the month of May 2024.

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Signal-Based Selling: How to Leverage 4 Key Buying Signals

As prospects define their problem, search for solutions, and even change jobs, they are generating high-value signals that the best go-to-market teams can leverage to close more deals. This is where signal-based selling comes into play. ZoomInfo CEO Henry Schuck recently broke down specific ways to put four key buying signals into action with the experts from 30 Minutes to President’s Club.