Restaurant Business

JULY 6, 2023

From caramelized Spam to doughnuts filled with corn cream, these are the latest food and drink trends on international menus, as tracked by Technomic.

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Culinary Cues

JULY 2, 2023

Keep it simple – do it well The word “simple” is so misunderstood. We understand “easy” to mean without much physical, mental, or emotional effort, but “simple” is hard to define because simple in a kitchen can be quite challenging physically, mentally, and emotionally. These words are not synonymous. Brewing coffee is easy, but brewing exceptional coffee is not simple.

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Sculpture Hospitality

JULY 5, 2023

Embarking on an entrepreneurial journey can be an exhilarating experience, but the road to success is often paved with uncertainty. For those looking to minimize risk while still enjoying the rewards of business ownership, franchising provides a compelling option.

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Crunchtime

JULY 6, 2023

This post was contributed by Sage, a Crunchtime accounting and payrol l integration partner. Managing restaurant payrollis a complex business, and it becomes more challenging the more restaurants you have­—especially if they’re based in different locations.

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Advertiser: Paycor

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.

Restaurant Business

JULY 5, 2023

Pancake Tacos take the breakfast favorite into new meal territory as IHOP continues its drive to expand lunch and dinner.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 6, 2023

Dead times are a hit to your wallet as a business owner as empty seats represent wasted capital investment. Now, you can resurrect your dead times and build a new stream of revenue through innovative technology providing messaging that appeals directly to each consumer on a personal level. Seeing empty seats in your restaurant is disheartening, but the impact goes beyond just losing money.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 5, 2023

The quick service restaurant (QSR) industry is currently experiencing a trend of commoditization, with low barriers to entry and a standardized set of features offered by most restaurants. This trend is primarily driven by advancements in point of sale (POS) systems and the availability of white label, plug-and-play online ordering systems. In today’s highly competitive landscape, marketing departments are focused on getting a 360-degree view of the customer in order to personalize their e

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Chef's Resources

JULY 4, 2023

July 5, 2023 5 Soft Skills Chefs Must Develop to Lead Kitchen Staff Effectively To effectively direct a kitchen, a chef must possess a range of skills, with practical abilities and technical knowledge being the primary focus. However, soft skills are equally essential in this role. While experience is typically the key to becoming a […] The post Skills Chefs Must Develop to Lead Kitchen Staff Effectively appeared first on Chefs Resources.

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Restaurant Business

JULY 6, 2023

Restaurants are expected to be the catalysts for Americans mixing more sea vegetables and bivalves into their diets.

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Culinary Cues

JULY 5, 2023

The single greatest attribute of a chef is confidence. “I can do this” are the words that rally the team, that instill calm, that pull people together, and attract supporters. This is what draws the very best employees to a restaurant, leads those with the means to invest in the business, and lights up the media who will paint a picture of excellence that builds excitement and anticipation around a dining experience.

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Advertiser: Paycor

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.

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 7, 2023

Tailored, classic details give Central Kitchen a uniquely blended personality that reflects the character of its Corpus Christi locale and feels like home – or in owner Richard Lomax’s words: “A really damn good bakery that meets people where they are.” To complete the 3,500-sq.-ft. remodel, he turned to Houston-based gin design group. The award-winning firm has spent the last decade shaping Houston’s burgeoning hospitality scene.

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7 Shifts

JULY 6, 2023

Michel Falcon has an extensive career as an entrepreneur and expertise in company culture, customer experience, and employee performance. As for how he entered the restaurant business? A three-month consulting gig turned into a six-month gig, which turned into a partnership at a hospitality company in Toronto. In 2019, Falcon looked to open his own space, pulling from his Peruvian heritage.

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Restaurant Business

JULY 3, 2023

The front- and back-of-house employees are part of what their union representatives say is the area's largest walkout in decades, with 15,000 workers involved.

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Open for Business

JULY 7, 2023

The popularity of loyalty rewards programs is easy to explain: Great loyalty rewards programs drive revenue by helping restaurants turn new guests into regulars. Offering rewards when guests spend more, make repeat visits, or post about you on social media gives them a reason to choose your restaurant over another and can give a big boost to sales when done right, according to Harvard Business Review.

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Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker

Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.

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Sling

JULY 6, 2023

The right employee communication app can mean the difference between a streamlined, straightforward workflow and a chaotic, confusing workflow, especially in the restaurant industry. In this article, we discuss the top employee communication apps so you can find a solution that works well for your entire team. Top employee communication apps 1) Sling Sling is an all-in-one employee communication app and management solution designed to help teams of all sizes and types do their job better.

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Crunchtime

JULY 6, 2023

This post was contributed by Sage, a Crunchtime accounting and payrol l integration partner. Managing restaurant payrollis a complex business, and it becomes more challenging the more restaurants you have­—especially if they’re based in different locations.

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Restaurant Business

JULY 7, 2023

New government data show a decline in the employee head counts of eating and drinking places. Hotels, in contrast, accelerated their hiring.

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Open for Business

JULY 7, 2023

The definition of the word hospitality can change depending on context. In the hotel industry, it means one thing. In the travel and tourism industry, it means something a little different. But when it comes to restaurants, the word hospitality has always meant the art and science of crafting a warm, welcoming, and positive experience for guests. To guests, the best hospitality feels almost magical.

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Advertiser: ZoomInfo

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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Sling

JULY 1, 2023

If opening a restaurant is in your future, you are undoubtedly excited — and perhaps feeling a bit overwhelmed. If that’s you, don’t worry. This step-by-step guide will break things down and help you determine the direction that’s right for you. We’ll discuss how to navigate the early planning stages, review some essentials to take care of before launch day arrives, and leave you with some tips to keep your restaurant running smoothly once it opens.

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The Restaurant Times

JULY 6, 2023

David Bloom is the Chief Development and Operating Officer of Capriotti’s and Wing Zone. David’s early career in the restaurant and hotel industries included working with and for some of the most iconic brands and leaders in their respective industries, where he learned how to strategically accelerate sustainable brand expansion. Having grown up in the restaurant industry in and around NYC, David’s entrepreneurial career began as a large multi-unit franchisee and serving as the SVP of Brand Expa

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Restaurant Business

JULY 5, 2023

An independent group of the chain’s operators blasted a proposed rule in that state that would make fast-food franchisors liable for franchisees’ employment law violations after a union-backed group hinted their attorney favors them.

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Tableo

JULY 7, 2023

There’s value in developing a bar layout and design that not only looks good but also improves the overall customer experience. Let’s walk you through some of the best bar layouts while emphasising the main components that each restaurant owner needs to take into account. 1. Strategic bar positioning Your bar’s placement inside the restaurant is crucial for best impact.

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Advertiser: Paycor

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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Sling

JULY 6, 2023

Medical scheduling software can help physicians and their staff bring order back to the office again and streamline the appointment-making process. But which solution is right for your practice? In this article, we discuss the top medical scheduling software tools so you have the information you need to make the right choice. Top medical scheduling software tools 1) Sling Whether you’re running a one-team occupational therapy clinic or a regional hospital network with hundreds of employees, Slin

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EATER

JULY 6, 2023

A meal at Lingua Franca. | Wonho Frank Lee/Eater LA The hottest new restaurant in town might come from your local sandwich shop owner Lingua Franca sits along the Los Angeles River. It’s one of the hottest tables in LA, offering views of wildlife alongside elegant salads, beef cheeks braised in root beer, and heaps of matchstick fries. Bringing a sophisticated and fun touch to simple food isn’t new to owners Peter and Lauren Lemos, though.

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Restaurant Business

JULY 7, 2023

Executive Summary: A roundup of high-level hirings and promotions in the restaurant business includes changes for Smalls Sliders.

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Tableo

JULY 4, 2023

Welcome to the world of culinary creativity! In this post, we’ll look into the methods that top chefs use to perfect the art of food plating. Plating is not just about arranging food on a plate; it’s a creative process that enhances the dining experience. So let’s explore the intriguing world of food plating and learn how to make dishes that are visually stunning. 1.

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Advertiser: Paycor

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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Sante

JULY 7, 2023

The goal of new committee is to ensure integrity of oilseed products from seed to shelf.

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EATER

JULY 5, 2023

With a new restaurant partnership and the opening of Le Margot, this ‘MasterChef’ is getting comfortable in Cowtown

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Restaurant Business

JULY 7, 2023

The Bottom Line: A bill making its way to the governor’s desk would go further than proposed federal joint employer rules in making franchisors liable for their franchisees’ workers. And this one just targets fast-food chains.

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Tableo

JULY 6, 2023

The success of your business and the maintenance of a good level of service depend on you, the owner or manager of the restaurant, reviewing the performance of your staff. The creation of efficient performance assessment forms is essential to carrying out thorough and impartial evaluations. In this article, we’ll examine the value of employee evaluations in the restaurant sector and offer professional advice on how to create assessment forms that promote development and continual improveme

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Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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