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The rise of Ozempic Nation: Will it hit the restaurant business?

Restaurant Business

Lisa Jennings and Nancy Kruse take on the latest weight-loss Magic Bullet threatening our favorite national pastime: Buying and consuming junk food.

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Surgical Pricing Strategies: How QSRs Can Navigate Inflation

Modern Restaurant Management

Has consumer dining behavior returned to pre-pandemic levels? Many standard indices say yes. While it’s understandable to believe everything is back to normal – according to our QSR monthly trends, August 2023 traffic was down just half a percent compared to 2022 – the landscape has taken a seismic shift. Using the QSR traffic and sales data Revenue Management Solutions (RMS) has been gathering for 25-plus years, our analysts recently completed an exhaustive comparison of pre a

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A small NYC board game concept tests new labor organizing rules

Restaurant Business

Working Lunch: This week's podcast from Align Public Strategies features a discussion on a unionization effort at Hex and Co., a three-unit cafe-game concept out of New York. Also, how the GOP meltdown could affect small business.

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How Employers Can Support Employee Mental Health

Modern Restaurant Management

In today's workplace, the significance of addressing employee mental health has become increasingly crucial. The well-being of employees directly impacts their productivity, engagement, and overall satisfaction. Employers play a pivotal role in creating a supportive environment that fosters mental well-being and offers necessary resources. Ahead of World Mental Health Day on October 10, Adams Keegan staff have reported a dramatic increase of client calls concerning mental health.

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Join Full Course Navigator: Your Path to Professional Growth in Restaurant Leadership

Full Course Foundation is dedicated to nurturing excellence in restaurant leadership. Our Navigator program offers a wide range of resources tailored for professional growth. From high-quality training to personalized coaching, Navigator equips restaurant leaders with the tools they need to thrive in their careers. Unlock your potential with three months FREE access to Navigator by Full Course!

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Chef and restaurateur Michael Chiarello dies of anaphylactic shock at age 61

Restaurant Business

The founder and chef of Napa Valley concepts Coqueta, Bottega and Otto was also well known as an author and TV host who advocated savoring life's flavors.

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Chains get aggressive in pushing their loyalty programs

Restaurant Business

Domino’s is giving away a free “emergency pizza” to customers who order online through February, the latest indication of just how much value loyalty programs hold.

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The country's fifth largest pizza chain is a convenience store

Restaurant Business

The Bottom Line: Casey’s has become a force in the pizza business with a selection of innovative items, delivery and a popular loyalty program. But we investigated its claim to be a top-five pizza concept. It has a good argument.

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Up to 40 Smokey Bones could become Twin Peaks under new owner

Restaurant Business

Fat Brands, which owns both chains, said the conversions will fuel the 103-unit Twin Peaks as it heads toward a planned 2024 IPO.

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Court orders Starbucks to honor a DOL subpoena

Restaurant Business

The subpoena seeks documents related to the coffee chain's reaction to a unionization drive.

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Individual Development Plan Template

There’s no way around it: sometimes employees need your help. Use this free template to clarify expectations, share resources, and set a timeline. Best case scenario, this process helps them improve. Worst case, your great recordkeeping keeps you compliant even if they move on. Download the template today!