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Improve Your CX and Reduce Operating Costs with a Simplified Payments Strategy

Modern Restaurant Management

“Complexity is the enemy of execution,” according to business and life coach and author Tony Robbins. It can also be the enemy of payment processing cost efficiencies and the ability to deliver a satisfying customer experience (CX). Whether you own or operate a bar, restaurant, hotel, resort, casino, or sports venue, your ability to control costs and deliver a satisfying CX depends on many factors.

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When Did Nashville Become a Bar Theme?

EATER

The crowd inside Loretta’s Last Call. | Boston Globe / Getty Images Riding Nashville’s wave of national popularity, themed Yankee-tonks have popped up in many cities, channeling a crude version of Music City’s culture, sounds, and food It’s line dancing night at Nash Bar & Stage and a couple dozen folks are out on the floor, smacking their cowboy boots to Ian Munsick’s “I See Country.

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Subway opens its second headquarters in Miami

Restaurant Business

The fast-food sandwich chain opened its new offices in the city’s Waterford Business District. The office features a mock restaurant and an open layout. Here’s a look inside.

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The Weird (and Wired) Truth Behind What’s Really in Coca-Cola

EATER

Jakub Porzycki/NurPhoto via Getty Images Why Coca-Cola contracts with a chemical company to manufacture cocaine in New Jersey An unassuming set of buildings in Maywood, New Jersey, less than 10 miles from Manhattan, holds a surprising secret: It’s what might arguably be called the cocaine capital of the United States. Here, a chemical company manufactures cocaine legally, with special permission from the U.S. government, all in the service of a familiar company: Coca-Cola.

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How to Build the Ideal HR Team

HR doesn’t exist in a vacuum. This work impacts everyone: from the C-Suite to your newest hire. It also drives results. Learn how to make it all happen in Paycor’s latest guide.

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Portillo's opens big in Texas

Restaurant Business

Sales at the first Lone Star state location are averaging a "crazy" $48,000 per day since opening in January, fueling optimism about growth across the Sun Belt.

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5 stunning predictions for the rest of 2023

Restaurant Business

The National Restaurant Association issued its combination industry snapshot and near-term outlook this week. Here are five findings that jumped out.

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COOK WHAT and WHO YOU ARE

Culinary Cues

There is another side to the challenges of labor in the restaurant business. From a cook’s perspective there has never been a better time to work in a kitchen than right now. This may seem contrary to all the clamor around an acute shortage of help, a loss of sizzle for those considering a life in front of the range, and all the one-sided press that depicts restaurant work as too demanding with little payback.

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Potbelly puts pandemic in rearview mirror

Restaurant Business

Central business district units and catering sales have almost returned to pre-Covid levels on "traffic-driven tailwinds.

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Secrets To Restaurant Success With Sihaam Masae of Oh Poké

Apicbase

“Find the right concept and the right partners, and be hands-on” — Sihaam Masae , founder & creative director, Oh Poké group. Some people have the gift of getting straight to the point. Sihaam is one of them. When I asked her about the secret to scaling up a restaurant, she boiled it down to these three key factors. With 3⃣1⃣ Oh Poké restaurants, Sihaam knows what she is talking about. “We have no investors or franchisees, so we had to create a solid system th

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How to Build the Ideal HR Team

HR doesn’t exist in a vacuum. This work impacts everyone: from the C-Suite to your newest hire. It also drives results. Learn how to make it all happen in Paycor’s latest guide.

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Applebee’s pumps the brakes on Cosmic Wings virtual brand

Restaurant Business

Hundreds of stores have dropped the delivery concept after it became too complex to operate.

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9 Fun Ways to Make Some Extra Money on the Side

Lady Boss Blogger

Many people are looking for side income opportunities in today’s fast-paced world. Maybe you want to pay off debt, put money aside for a major purchase, or just have some extra money to spend. Whatever your motivation, there are many enjoyable and original ways to earn some extra money. So read on now and learn […] The post 9 Fun Ways to Make Some Extra Money on the Side appeared first on Lady Boss Blogger.

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Danny Meyer's private-equity firm invests in SevenRooms

Restaurant Business

The funding from Enlightened Hospitality Investments will help the reservations provider keep growing. The amount was not disclosed.

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Busy Professional Life? Your Health Still Shouldn’t Take A Backseat

Lady Boss Blogger

Your health is important, and just because you are a busy professional doesn’t mean that you can make your health take a backseat. Unfortunately, a lot of people do this, and then they wonder why they aren’t feeling good. Keep reading if you would like to find out how to take care of your health. […] The post Busy Professional Life? Your Health Still Shouldn’t Take A Backseat appeared first on Lady Boss Blogger.

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Planning Your Restaurant's Path to Profitability

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.

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Better than Buffets Inc.? That's not saying much

Restaurant Business

The Bottom Line: Sardar Biglari in his letter to shareholders boasted of the cash that Western Sizzlin has generated for Biglari Holdings. His comparison leaves much to be desired.

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How To Protect Your Physical Health When Working From Home

Lady Boss Blogger

Working from home is great for the most part, but it’s very important to make sure you take care of your physical health along the way. We can work in our pajamas, schedule our day around the needs of our families, and save money on fuel and commute costs if we don’t need to leave […] The post How To Protect Your Physical Health When Working From Home appeared first on Lady Boss Blogger.

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Jack in the Box reaches a 'turning point' in its bid for growth

Restaurant Business

The fast-food burger chain has new deals to open restaurants in Florida and Arkansas, bringing the first new franchisees into the brand in years. And it is turning around its restaurants in St. Louis.

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3 Ways To Avoid Customer Distrust

Lady Boss Blogger

We tend to assume that if we have a good product or service, the customers or clients will come sooner or later. Yet, the basic concept of securing customer trust is the first hurdle, and the challenge we need to clear before we can even start delivering the value we hope to. So how can […] The post 3 Ways To Avoid Customer Distrust appeared first on Lady Boss Blogger.

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The Complete People Management Toolkit

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

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Applebee's President Tony Moralejo says brand will do more for franchisees

Restaurant Business

The franchisor plans to offer aggressive incentives and new prototypes to make opening restaurants more appealing. "We need to do our part," the new leader said.

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From Home Office to Cybersecurity: Staying Safe as a Small Business Owner

Lady Boss Blogger

Running a small business can be both fulfilling and rewarding, but it’s not without its challenges. As a small business owner, it’s important to take proactive measures to ensure that you, your business, and your family stay safe. This is particularly important if you are a mom who runs a small business from home. Here […] The post From Home Office to Cybersecurity: Staying Safe as a Small Business Owner appeared first on Lady Boss Blogger.

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Franchises navigate tough waters in their bid for growth

Restaurant Business

For franchises, growth is paramount. But accomplishing that is proving more difficult thanks to rising interest rates, construction costs and labor issues.

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How to Make Misi’s Iconic Ricotta-Filled Occhi Pasta

EATER

From chef Missy Robbins’s 2021 cookbook, “Pasta: The Spirit and Craft of Italy’s Greatest Food” Ever since I very possibly made this shape up, I’ve been wanting to use it in a dish I’d long imagined as spaghetti al limone in stuffed pasta form. I’d been workshopping it for weeks at Misi but couldn’t get it quite right. From here, the story is a familiar one to anyone who’s worked in a kitchen: We had bottarga in for a salad I’d been creating, and I figured what the hell, I’ll shave it over the t

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Recruit and Retain New Blue-Collar Talent

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.

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Jeff Smith is stepping down as Papa Johns chairman

Restaurant Business

The pizza delivery chain also said that it is buying out most of the shares owned by Smith's hedge fund, Starboard Value.

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Koala a Chowly Company

Chowly

I’ve been asked a lot about the recent transaction to bring Koala under the Chowly umbrella and to be honest, it’s one of the most exciting moves I’ve been part of in my career. The combination of these two companies has the potential to bring the restaurant space forward in its digital journey in a meaningful way. Over the years, I’ve looked at 100’s of online ordering products.

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As March Madness begins, restaurants make a mad dash to snag fans

Restaurant Business

Menu specials and deals are in the works to boost sales both on- and off-premise during the NCAA tournament.

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Chevys Fresh Mex owner adds 2 more brands to portfolio

Restaurant Business

Xperience Restaurant Group acquired Rio Mambo Tex Mex and The Rim from RM Restaurant Group.

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Recruit and Retain New Blue-Collar Talent

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.