Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

The restaurant workforce is largely back to pre-pandemic levels, signaling a much-needed reprieve amidst the larger, ongoing hospitality labor crisis. However, the typical increase in consumers wanting to dine out during the holiday season – not to mention the continued demand for take-away and delivery services – could disrupt this balance, even as businesses attempt to bolster their staff with seasonal hires.

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Restaurant Business

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Consumers have been resilient. But they’re also paying more for food than ever before. Operators may need to look beyond price increases next year.

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Buzztime Business

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

America has “all the feels” for fall. You could look to the nationwide obsession with pumpkin spice lattes and leaf peeping, or the recent survey that shows autumn’s ranking as America’s favorite season. Tap into the nationwide yearning for all things fall-related with our list of the best fall cocktail recipes for plus 4 tips for promoting them. The Ultimate List: 17 Best Fall Cocktail Recipes For much of North America, fall weather is variable.

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Restaurant Business

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Midway through 3Q earnings, it appears wage inflation is still a challenge, but restaurants are fully staffed, turnover is low and efforts to optimize efficiency are paying off.

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Advertiser: Paycor

Mid-year performance reviews aren’t just boxes for HR to check. Paycor’s toolkit empowers leaders to: Identify high-potential team members. Boost engagement with meaningful feedback. Support struggling employees. Nurture top talent to drive results. Learn how to ignite employee potential through meaningful feedback. When you nurture top talent, everybody wins.

EATER

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Documents reveal the untold story of how the natural gas industry infiltrated American’s kitchens through the beloved chef.

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Restaurant Business

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

The coffee giant is giving all its workers at least 3% pay raises next year and will let hourly workers accrue vacation time sooner. Also: barista championships.

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Restaurant Business

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

The 12-unit Massachusetts plant-based chain sought debt protection after sales didn’t recover as expected and financing froze just as it kicked off expansion plans.

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EATER

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Dina Ávila/Eater For the highest holiday ROI, look for further than a handful of fresh herbs A few sprigs of thyme and some orange wedges tucked around a duck. A smattering of scallion greens over noodles. A pinch of fat salt flakes or a dusting of lime zest on a pie. These finishing touches are easy to overlook on your way from the kitchen to a dinner party full of eager guests.

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Restaurant Business

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Working Lunch: A McDonald's in Connecticut is already charging that much for a combo featuring the signature sandwich. Might that become the threshold in the industry's largest restaurant market?

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Marketing 307

EATER

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Amazon Goodbye, stinky freezer ice I drink a lot of iced coffee, and so, I go through a lot of ice. For a long time, I used whatever ice trays came in my freezer, either left behind by past tenants or by former roommates. I had a stint with the Joseph Joseph QuickSnap , but since the ice cubes didn’t always snap out so easily, I’d wedge in a butter knife to help loosen them.

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Advertiser: Paycor

Mid-year performance reviews aren’t just boxes for HR to check. Paycor’s toolkit empowers leaders to: Identify high-potential team members. Boost engagement with meaningful feedback. Support struggling employees. Nurture top talent to drive results. Learn how to ignite employee potential through meaningful feedback. When you nurture top talent, everybody wins.

Restaurant Business

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

These investments may not be flashy, but chains say they're getting the job done.

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Technology 300

Goliath Consulting

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

As the leaves change and the air turns crisp, there’s no better way to embrace the beauty of fall than by indulging in a selection of delightful fall cocktails. Whether you’re hosting a cozy gathering or simply want to unwind after a long day, these five delicious fall-inspired libations will warm your heart and awaken your taste buds. From classic favorites to inventive concoctions, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this autumn.

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Restaurant Business

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

The Bottom Line: The CEOs of the franchise giants decried the NLRB’s joint employer ruling but said that their brands have the strength to overcome them, anyway.

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Blue Orbit Restaurant Consulting

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

The restaurant world is high steaks and boils down to one thing – location, location, location! The success of a restaurant is like the punchline to a good joke; it depends on where you tell it. You see, choosing the right spot for your restaurant is as essential as having a secret sauce. One of … Don’t make a Miss-Steak, Choose a Prime Restaurant Location Read More » The post Don’t make a Miss-Steak, Choose a Prime Restaurant Location first appeared on Blue Orbit Restaurant Consulti

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Advertiser: Paycor

Great leadership development is the key to sustainable business growth. Are you ready to design an effective program? HR can use Paycor’s framework to: Set achievable goals. Align employee and company needs. Support different learning styles. Empower the next generation of leaders. Invest in your company’s future with a strong leadership development program.

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EATER

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Panera Bread’s “Charged Lemonades” contain nearly the daily amount of caffeine that is designated safe for adults. | Justin Sullivan/Getty After Panera’s Charged Lemonade was blamed for a teen’s death, it’s past time companies were much more transparent about how much caffeine is in what we drink This post originally appeared in the November 5, 2023 edition of Eater Today, a place for the freshest news from the food world every day.

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