Tue.Oct 04, 2022

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Cashless Consumer Creates Need for Secure Connectivity

Modern Restaurant Management

The prevalence of digital payments and automation across industries means that reliable connectivity is imperative for an organization’s success. Not only do businesses rely on an automated Point of Sale to handle a customer’s transaction–both fulfillment and payment– it is often preceded by customers interacting with digital signage, interactive apps, self-serve kiosks, and more.

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CIVILITY LOST

Culinary Cues

When did civility (or lack thereof) become only referenced when considering political discourse? The left and the right may, to some, reference liberal or conservative political beliefs, but when it comes to acting in a civil manner – examples go way beyond politicians and their evolving platforms. Civility is deeply connected to how we treat each other, the level of respect that we show for the person or people next to us.

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James Beard Foundation to Introduce Bread Book Category to Awards in 2023

EATER

Barry Brecheisen/Eater Chicago. The James Beard Foundation announced a slew of changes to next year’s Media Awards and Restaurant and Chef Awards Today, the James Beard Foundation announced updates to its awards categories for the forthcoming 2023 awards in a response to changing trends in the restaurant industry. One trend the foundation has picked up on: Bread is back and better than ever.

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Front of House vs. Back of House in a Restaurant - The Ultimate Guide

The Eat Restaurant

Are you running a finely tuned front of the house? Do your diners feel as special when they come through the door as when they’re being served at the table? What about your back of the house? Is your restaurant set up to be as efficient as possible? Are you giving your employees everything they need to do their job?

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Mid-Year Review: How to Ignite Employee Potential Through Meaningful Feedback

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.

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What is Sidra coffee?

Perfect Daily Grind

Over the past few years, there has been a growing trend of using rare coffee species and arabica varieties in World Coffee Championship (WCC) routines. While the highly-prized Gesha variety has long been a favourite of many competitors , more and more of them are now choosing lesser-known coffees. One of these coffees is Sidra (also known as Sydra or Bourbon Sidra).

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What Does Your Employee Dress Code Say About Your Restaurant?

Next Restaurants

By Adrian Johansen, Contributor. As a restaurant owner, you know how important it is to establish the right kind of environment and vibe for your place of business. The last thing you want is for your customers to feel uncomfortable, your employees to be unhappy, and your brand to suffer from some kind of identity crisis. While everything from the colors you use to the food you serve is essential for brand establishment, don’t ignore the importance of your restaurant’s dress code.

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The Nuance of Nikkei: Why Los Angeles Is the Epicenter of Japanese American Cooking

EATER

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Is it Possible to Start a Franchise With No Money?

Sculpture Hospitality

Franchises are an excellent way for individuals to become business owners, while at the same time reducing the risks associated with starting a business. That’s because owning a franchise comes with a pre-built business plan that has demonstrated success.

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The 38 Best Restaurants in Melbourne

EATER

Inside Cibi. | Cibi. Regional Indian dinners in a secret restaurant, handmade pasta in the courtyard of a community-run radio station, barbecue crocodile ribs from a Chef’s Table star, and more great bites to try now in Melbourne Known for its cool city laneways, graffiti-filled streetscapes, and rooftop bars, Melbourne is a haven for food-obsessed travelers.

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PRF El Salvador: Mayorga Coffee confirms three-year Diamond Sponsorship to champion Latin America as a coffee industry knowledge centre 

Perfect Daily Grind

Last week, Producer & Roaster Forum (PRF) announced that it had confirmed a three-year multi-event Diamond Sponsorship with Mayorga Coffee. This sponsorship is the largest of its kind for coffee industry events held in producing countries. Going forward, Mayorga Coffee will be the Diamond Sponsor for the next six PRF events (two per year). This will include PRF El Salvador, which will take place on 16 and 17 March 2023.

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Mid-Year Review: How to Ignite Employee Potential Through Meaningful Feedback

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.

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A One-Man Army in the Battle for Sotol

EATER

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Food experts have some surprising suggestions for dishes to break the Yom Kippur fast

The Salt

From bagels to honey cake, these are a few suggestions from cooks and food enthusiasts for breaking the fast after the most solemn Jewish holiday. Also, read tips for preparing for the fast.

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Why McDonald’s Happy Meals for Adults Make Sense

EATER

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The economics behind the pumpkin spice trend

The Salt

Now that it's fall, it's hard to avoid pumpkin spice everything. Why is this seasonal marketing strategy so ubiquitous?

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8 Pillars of Leadership Development

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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Restaurant Labor Cost and How to Optimize It?

Aaron Allen & Associates

Restaurant labor costs are usually the largest cost foodservice establishments have in their P&L, averaging around 30% of sales. In the U.S., there are around 11.7 million workers in the restaurant industry , and employment hasn’t fully recovered from the pandemic yet (as of mid 2022) Unemployment at restaurants is at historical lows, pushing hourly wages at historical heights and pressuring labor cost Restaurant workers make an average of $18.50 per hour (as of July 2022) — an increase in l

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Why restaurants should take reservations

Open for Business

People fall into two categories when it comes to reservations: Love ‘em or hate ‘em. Guests on team reservations tend to be planners, the people who aren’t willing to wait for a table or roll the dice on where they’ll have dinner. Team no-reservations, on the other hand, prize spontaneity. They’d rather walk in whenever they feel like it, even if there’s a good chance they’ll need to wait or not be able to dine at their first choice.

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Edd Kimber’s Recipe for Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies Is a Perfect Snack for One

EATER

Edd Kimber/Kyle Books. Published in Kimber’s new cookbook, “Small Batch Bakes,” these chewy, perfect cookies won’t feed a crowd — and that’s the point If you, like me, are someone who loves to bake but does not have numerous children or an office full of coworkers to fob everything off upon, then you know what it is to have a few dozen cookies or a fully frosted layer cake that you are incapable of finishing in a timely manner.

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