7 Shifts

DECEMBER 16, 2022

At the center of every great restaurant is a great team. And a great team can only thrive under outstanding leadership. For gusto!, their leadership sees team management as their greatest responsibility. With that team, they've built a brand of 11 locations serving fresh, fast, and healthy food to the Atlanta metro area. They have been featured in QSR magazine's “ 40/40 List of America's Hottest Startup Fast Casuals" for 2020 and made Atlanta Business Chronicle's “Fastest Growing Companies” in 2

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 16, 2022

During the pandemic, quick-service restaurants (QSRs) were forced to innovate if they wanted to succeed. That meant streamlining their operations – and consumers quickly got on board. Contactless payments started as a safety precaution for many quick-service restaurants (QSRs) – allowing them to offer a curbside service that kept patrons out of the dining room.

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Perfect Daily Grind

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Every Friday, Perfect Daily Grind rounds up the top coffee industry news from the previous week. Here are this week’s stories. Mon, 12 Dec. Colombian chain Café Quindío opens first Saudi Arabian store. The company, which is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, recently opened its new coffee shop in Al Khobar – which marks Café Quindío’s 26th international location.

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EATER

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Signs from Starbucks Workers’ last strike. | Photo by Lane Turner/The Boston Globe via Getty Images. The “Double Down Strike” will last three days, and affect 100 stores The year of the strike is ending with a bang. Starbucks Workers United has announced that workers at over 100 stores in the U.S. are embarking on a three-day strike starting today and ending December 18.

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Black Box Intelligence

DECEMBER 16, 2022

All growth numbers are year over year unless specified. Best and worst performing region, segment and cuisine is based on same-store sales growth. Restaurant Sales & Traffic Growth Softening Again, Likely Signaling Tougher Times Ahead. Inflation began its decline in late summer, the short term increase in gas prices has since subsided, and the impact of those economic trends can be seen in consumer spending at restaurants. .

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EATER

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Marylu Herrera/Eater. Goodbye to CBD gummies, and hello to mushroom everything This year, one could hardly throw a canister of organic reishi capsules without hitting a bottle of vitamins or fizzy canned beverage touting the health benefits of mushrooms. To be clear, I’m mostly not talking about psilocybin, the “magic” mushroom known for sending people on trippy journeys into their psyche, though it was a big year for that too.

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Restaurant Business

DECEMBER 16, 2022

RB’s editors take turns forecasting what’s in store for the restaurant industry in the coming year.

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Evergreen

DECEMBER 16, 2022

It’s that time of year again! The holiday season is upon us and it’s time for restaurant and bar owners to get ready for the increased holiday demand. Whether you’re planning a special seasonal menu or simply want […]. The post Maximize your Return for the Holidays appeared first on Evergreen.

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Restaurant Business

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Reality Check: Amid the harumphing by both sides, the actual points of disagreement between labor and management are starting to become clear.

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Management Management 76

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.

Food

Black Box Intelligence

DECEMBER 16, 2022

All growth numbers are year over year unless specified. Best and worst performing region, segment and cuisine is based on same-store sales growth. Restaurant Sales & Traffic Growth Softening Again, Likely Signaling Tougher Times Ahead Inflation began its decline in late summer, the short term increase in gas prices has since subsided, and the impact of those economic trends can be seen in consumer spending at restaurants.

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Restaurant Business

DECEMBER 16, 2022

The chain has been selling one-of-a-kind digital images for a year and will put most of the earnings into its Team Member Relief Fund.

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Technology 127

EATER

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Waikīki Beach. | Bob Pool/Shutterstock. Japanese chains for sushi and tonkatsu, Hawaiian grown coffee, Tommy Bahama’s coconut shrimp (yes, really), and more of Waikiki’s best food Despite the fact Waikīkī is home to Oahu’s most famous beach — two miles of white sand where there’s never a bad view of Diamond Head or the sunset over the warm, clear blue water — it’s tempting to leave the area to the tourists.

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Restaurant Business

DECEMBER 16, 2022

The owner of KFC, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell and Habit Burger both acquires and develops technology to make the lives of its customers and employees easier. Here’s how the company is doing it.

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Presentation Technology 96

Advertiser: Paycor

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

Management

Lady Boss Blogger

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Today there’s a huge market for information about haircare. Audiences and members of the public want to know everything they can about hair so that they can look as good as possible. Blogs are a great place to share information and tips, as the monetization opportunities on hair care blogs are considerable. As there is […]. The post Here’s Why Your Hair Care Blog Is Not Successful appeared first on LadyBossBlogger.

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Restaurant Business

DECEMBER 16, 2022

The Bottom Line: Despite high prices, people are not cutting back on food spending. And restaurants remain a strong source for consumers’ dollars.

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Food Sourcing Pricing 88

EATER

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Spencer Platt/Getty Images. With grocery prices up nearly 13 percent compared to last year, many low-income Americans receiving food assistance are going hungry This story was originally published on Civil Eats. Gilma Dominguez watched quietly as the grocery store clerk scanned each item, her total ticking up with each beep. She was only buying the necessities — meat, milk, beans, rice — but the numbers on the screen were higher than usual.

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Food Supply Pricing Supplies Seasonal Menu 106

Restaurant Business

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Global flavors, spins on favorites and lots of sweets made the 2022 list, but consumers are still into comfort.

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Recruiting

Margin Edge

DECEMBER 16, 2022

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Restaurant Business

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Buchmeier, who has spent a combined 25 years at the chain, is the latest C-suite departure under new CEO G.J. Hart.

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Leadership 104

EATER

DECEMBER 16, 2022

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Restaurant Business

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Sales and traffic improved significantly at the chain as guests came back for the popular promotion.

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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.

Recruiting

Restaurant Business

DECEMBER 16, 2022

The year’s biggest stories: Soaring costs, Starbucks’ big year, the Fast Act and restaurants’ Russian exodus marked a year full of monumental shifts and challenges.

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