Social Hospitality
AUGUST 13, 2020
The hospitality industry constantly changes and evolves in the face of new industry and consumer trends. Unique socio-economic shifts also dictate the course of the market. Analysts and industry leaders continuously provide forecasts to give businesses a way to build their competitive advantage. The industry never stands still. Customer service is at the core of innovation and good business practices.
Deliverect
AUGUST 31, 2020
In the current climate, data is one of the strongest tools a restaurateur has in their arsenal. Data is integral for getting a rounded view of your business and making the right strategic decisions. Having the right sort of data allows you to plan, shift priorities and make changes on the fly based on cold hard proof of your sales numbers.
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Culinary Cues
AUGUST 28, 2020
Difficult times in business can never be addressed with complacency. This is the time to double your efforts rather than allow yourself to get caught up in the malaise. There is always opportunity beyond business survival for those who commit to moving forward. William Channing once wrote: “Difficulties are meant to rouse, not discourage. The human spirit is to grow strong by conflict.”.
7 Shifts
AUGUST 12, 2020
So far, 2020 has thrown marketing plans, advertising budgets, and restaurant growth out of the window. Whatever plans and forecasts you had for your restaurant are yesterday’s bread now. But as restaurants reopen and business starts to pick up again, it’s important you pick up your marketing plan too. There are only 4 months of 2020 left where you can push your restaurant’s marketing hard and set yourself up for success going into 2021.
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Modern Restaurant Management
AUGUST 14, 2020
After months of quarantine, consumers crave their favorite restaurant fare more than ever. We’re all a bit tired of cooking, and have grown bored with the limited menu of meals that we know how to prepare at home. The desire to eat out is greater than ever, and restaurants are reopening from coast to coast, with curbside pickup and delivery, new opportunistic outdoor dining areas, and other innovative approaches like drive-ins and carhop service.
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Focus POS
AUGUST 12, 2020
When you operate a restaurant, it’s easy to get caught up in the numbers. If sales are high, then your restaurant must be doing well, right? . Sorry to break it to you, but that’s not always the case. It’s tempting to use sales figures as proof that you’re managing your restaurant well. Sales figures can fluctuate based on many things, and they don’t always represent an accurate picture of how you are doing overall.
Indoor Media
AUGUST 11, 2020
Investing a little time and money into digital marketing for your auto repair shop could generate new customers. Did you know the average person spends 3 hours a day on their phone?! There is no doubt your potential customers are spending their time online. You may have shied away from digital marketing in the past. While some digital marketing can be complicated and expensive, we’ll show you ways to advertise online that don’t require a ton of expertise or cash.
Culinary Cues
AUGUST 31, 2020
Rest assured, at some point restaurants will rise up again, clubs and hotels will measure success based on occupancy and food service activity, and the position of “chef” will be center stage in driving sales and measuring profitability. The opportunities for chefs will be viewed again as instrumental and of significant value to owners, and those who are qualified and prepared will have ample career opportunities in front of them.
7 Shifts
AUGUST 27, 2020
The words ‘employee handbook’ are enough to make any new hire quiver. That’s because, traditionally, they’re boring textbooks full of lifeless legal language and an endless list of do’s and don’ts. Having to spend a shift—or even worse, your after-hours—reading through an employee handbook will sap the fun out of any new restaurant job. And let’s be honest, when was the last time you read your own restaurant employee handbook?
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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!
Modern Restaurant Management
AUGUST 27, 2020
On March 3, Columbus canceled the Arnold Sports Festival, one of the largest events of the year for the city. That was just the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic, but at Wolf’s Ridge Brewing, it was a clear sign of change and we immediately knew we’d have to adjust our business model. A group of senior staff members met on Thursday, March 12 to discuss how to set up home delivery of beer, and on March 16, one day after Ohio Governor Mike DeWine ordered the closure of restaurants,
Future Food
AUGUST 26, 2020
Outdoor Dining is a way of life & a way forward for Food & Beverage. People love eating and drinking outside. Such is the deep, almost primal, desire for outside hospitality that every time a sandwich/milk bar puts out a couple of tables and chairs on the footpath right next to the parked cars, they are always being used. Fremantle Pathway, Perth Image via the Guardian.
Focus POS
AUGUST 7, 2020
Even before the pandemic, ghost kitchens had been all the buzz in the hospitality industry. . What is a ghost kitchen? . A ghost kitchen is a kitchen that operates in a space without a dining area. It caters specifically to online orders, and is usually a delivery-only restaurant. Ghost kitchens were on the rise before COVID-19. Now, the demand for them has only increased.
Sculpture Hospitality
AUGUST 31, 2020
The manager of your restaurant or bar plays an essential role in the success of your business. They ensure you don’t overspend, that food and beverage inventory is managed properly and they come up with ideas that bring in new revenue streams. That’s why it’s important to implement a performance based incentive plan for your restaurant or bar manager.
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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.
Deliverect
AUGUST 20, 2020
The US restaurant delivery market is projected to reach $32 billion by 2024 , growing at an annual rate of 5%. To put that in perspective, that’s more than the GDP of the entire European nation of Iceland. Since COVID-19 hit the industry this year, it’s become even more obvious how central food delivery is to restaurant operations. It’s become essential to optimize for delivery.
7 Shifts
AUGUST 19, 2020
The restaurant industry has a reputation for high staff turnover. 2018 saw a record high 74.9% staff turnover —and while a portion of this statistic is inevitable given the demographic of restaurant employees ( more than a third are students or teenagers whose jobs and circumstances change more frequently), this figure represents a problem that needs to be resolved.
Modern Restaurant Management
AUGUST 11, 2020
With people staying home to avoid the spread of COVID-19, the popularity of virtual events has taken off. Virtual events allow people to feel connected and to enjoy themselves, despite the fact that they can’t do so in a restaurant, bar, or other venues. Although people may be restricted from dining in your physical restaurant space, there are many virtual events your restaurant can take part in order to connect with past and future guests.
Goliath Consulting
AUGUST 28, 2020
With how the restaurant industry looks right now, from shifting consumer behavior and volatile demand, strategically pricing a menu has never been so complicated, nor so important. It doesn’t help that the costs of running a restaurant are higher than ever. According to an analysis by Buyers Edge Platform, a restaurant supply-chain company in Waltham, MA, restaurants are now spending 38% more just on food costs alone (1).
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.
Focus POS
AUGUST 19, 2020
Restaurants have been hit hard. COVID-19 turned the industry on its head, and even though restrictions are now beginning to loosen and people are dining out more, restaurant operators are still working hard to recoup some of the losses they experienced in the first two quarters of the year. . Right now, restaurants are relying heavily on outdoor patio seating for a large part of their dine-in revenue.
Indoor Media
AUGUST 8, 2020
Simple, classic, effective – the oil change coupon is a slick way into your customer’s heart! Oil change coupons can be used in all kinds of coupon advertising – paid social media ads, direct mail postcards, and grocery store receipts. It targets all kinds of car owners, driving new business and encouraging customers to come back time and time again.
Perfect Daily Grind
AUGUST 10, 2020
Most specialty coffee shops offer a house blend that delivers a reliable flavour day after day. Typically, this will be a balanced, versatile coffee that can be served black or white. And while house blends do evolve, they generally stay the same for a period of months or years. This provides customers with something easy and consistent when they come in for their daily cup.
7 Shifts
AUGUST 10, 2020
Papers. Clutter. Wires. Clipboards. That crumb-covered plate from your lunch that you haven’t had a chance to get rid of yet. This is the restaurant back office in its natural state – but not at all at its finest. Even though the practice of restaurant management continues to move digital, the physical space of your restaurant back office still needs to be organized.
Speaker: Lauren Barash, Vice President, Brand Marketing
In an ever-evolving industry, building and retaining loyal customers is critical to the success of any restaurant business. Join Lauren Barash, VP of Brand Marketing at Full Course, as she delves into the world of restaurant loyalty programs, and reveals the top five essential strategies to optimize your approach! This webinar will explore: Loyalty trends and what you should be focusing on 📊 Actionable insights and ideas to help you develop the most powerful and effective loyalty program
Modern Restaurant Management
AUGUST 6, 2020
If running a restaurant wasn’t already expensive, running one under new distancing regulations means less capacity and investment in safety infrastructure that will take a toll on costs. After speaking with some of our partners in the industry on how they toe the line between investing in innovation and cutting costs during this time, we found five things restaurant owners can do to boost profits and stay open beyond the COVID shutdown. 1.
Lady Boss Blogger
AUGUST 8, 2020
As Instagram continues to grow, businesses have increased their advertising on the platform. Whether it be through buying ads or marketing through influencers, an e-commerce business relies heavily on social media to get their name out. But how can you do it with no budget? The first step would be to create a business profile for […]. The post How To Use Instagram To Grow Your E-Commerce Business (With Zero Budget) appeared first on LadyBossBlogger.
Typsy
AUGUST 17, 2020
If your area usually relies heavily on tourism to support its hospitality industry, you've probably felt the pinch in the last six months. Although many regions around the world are looking at declining coronavirus rates, the wide spread ban on international travel has been a blow to many hospitality businesses - but this may be starting to change. International border agreements are springing up, and represent a great opportunity to reposition your business to tourists again.
Indoor Media
AUGUST 15, 2020
No matter where you go, take a good look at the people around you. You’ll see that they are usually no more than arm’s length away from their cell phone. People have become dependent and attached to their phones, making SMS marketing one of the most effective ways of communicating with your auto shop customers. Loyal auto shop customers are priceless, and SMS Marketing gives you a way to reward them and keep them engaged in your business.
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How do you stay on top of what your customers are expecting when they step through your doors? Do you know what’s on their mind? How are you going to account for what they’re planning on doing months from now? As we head into 2024, price-related issues are still top-of-mind for restaurant customers after the inflation boom earlier this year. In this new report, we give you the latest insights on consumer spending trends, attitudes on tipping, and how you can respond.
EATER
AUGUST 17, 2020
Photo by VALERIE MACON/AFP via Getty Images. Hospitality lawyer Jasmine Moy visits Eater’s Digest this week The biggest factor determining whether a restaurant or bar business can survive this pandemic — more important than pivots or its customer base or neighborhood — is the relationship between the tenant and the landlord. Or more specifically, the willingness of said landlord to cut said tenant a deal.
The Restaurant Times
AUGUST 29, 2020
Given the COVID-19 pandemic, restaurants around the globe have been forced to shut down entirely to prevent the spread of the virus. As restrictions are now easing in many regions, operators are slowly beginning to reopen their dine-in restaurants. However, customers are still wary of venturing out, and restaurants can no longer rely on word of mouth or offline mediums to keep their businesses top of mind.
Modern Restaurant Management
AUGUST 31, 2020
COVID-19 has indelibly changed every aspect of our lives. Its influence has created challenges, restructured social settings, and redefined meanings of common words and phrases. The terms "organic" and "clean," for example, have a new, heightened relevance with consumers in a post-COVID-19 environment with their hyper-focus on strengthening immune systems and preparing bodies for any potential interaction with the virus.
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