Xtra Chef

DECEMBER 11, 2019

Restaurant accounting is certainly not the most glamorous part of running a restaurant. Yet, without proper restaurant accounting, it is impossible to control your finances and keep your restaurant in business. Restaurant accounting activities include everything from accurately recording transactions to creating detailed financial reports. When done well, proper accounting practices allow you to analyze and optimize financial performance and profitability.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 13, 2019

They’re the restaurant’s human face: ensuring customers feel welcome, answering questions and bringing out each course with efficiency and charm. That’s right, we’re talking about waiting staff. Waiters and waitresses have always played a big part in the experience of eating out. However, in big cities with high property prices, good ones can be hard to find, never mind pay.

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Buzztime Business

DECEMBER 10, 2019

Tell us a story. No really, you should. Because Instagram Stories are one of the latest ways you can bring marketing glory to your restaurant or bar. Don’t believe us? Or, never heard of Instagram Stories? Don’t worry, we have you covered. Here, we’ll break down what Instagram Stories are, why you need them, and… The post The New Once Upon A Time: 10 DOs and DON’Ts of Instagram Stories appeared first on Buzztime.

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Lavu

DECEMBER 9, 2019

With margins slim and competition fierce, restaurants need to keep their operating expenses under control to remain in business. A profitable restaurant typically has food costs between 28 and 35 percent , making food one of the biggest expenses. Restaurants that succeed in improving their food costs without immediately resorting to band-aid strategies like raising their menu prices or trying to work with less staff gain a tremendous competitive advantage.

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Advertiser: Paycor

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Focus POS

DECEMBER 11, 2019

Who is the next-generation customer and what are their expectations? Today’s diners are well-connected, tech savvy, and expect a high-quality restaurant customer experience—whether visiting a five-star restaurant, fast-casual, or the drive-through. As a restaurateur, understanding where the bar is set, is the first step toward capitalizing on the customer journey.

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Benchmarque

DECEMBER 8, 2019

As we move closer and closer to 2020’s forecasted skills shortage , conducting a hospitality skills assessment is a sure fire way to interview and assess candidates for your venue or to upskill your current staff. It also offers an opportunity to standardise your operation from the front of house through to the back.

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FreshCheq

DECEMBER 9, 2019

Most restaurant operators are very concerned with reducing turnover in their stores. There are a couple of things to consider, but it starts with the interview to make sure that you are hiring the right people and setting the right expectations. There are two real components to that: learning why they want the job, and weeding out the people that are not the right fit.

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The Eat Restaurant

DECEMBER 10, 2019

2019 is almost over, and as mobile marketing has developed over the last decade, it has continued to grow as a marketing channel, especially for small businesses, with easy-to-use and affordable business texting services enabling anyone to use the technology to full effect. With the right approach, SMS marketing works amazingly well at bringing more guests to your restaurant.

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7 Shifts

DECEMBER 12, 2019

This post covers general information and does not constitute legal or tax advice — for advice specific to your business, be sure to consult with a professional. Running payroll for a restaurant can seem intimidating. All the taxes, timecard corrections, tip splitting, and IRS forms are a lot to handle. And while using a payroll processor certainly makes things easier, there can still be many steps to remember and lots of information to gather when you’re running payroll.

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Advertiser: Paycor

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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360Training

DECEMBER 11, 2019

The restaurant industry is vibrant, active—and full of job opportunities. If you’re interested in a career in the restaurant industry, but don’t know where to start, this blog post is for you. Below, we’re reviewing some of the most common jobs in the restaurant industry and what they entail. This way, you can decide which job is right for you!

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 13, 2019

Direct Mail Marketing has been around just about as long as mailbox service to homes has been. Barring an apocalypse, there will always be direct mail. That doesn’t mean, of course, that you need to use it to get the word out about your restaurant. I may own Our Town America, a national direct mail marketing franchise, specializing in reaching people who have just moved to the community, but I recognize there are other ways to market your business.

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Sante

DECEMBER 12, 2019

HolidaySparklingWines.jpg. Author(s): Penny Weiss. Teaser: Six festive sparkling wines to drink over the holidays and all year long! The holiday festivities have begun and I’ve heard a lot of corks popping lately, which is always music to my ears! Champagne and sparkling wines have always been considered the “go-to” drink for celebrations.

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Sling

DECEMBER 13, 2019

Shift planning has gotten easier in recent years with the introduction of cloud-based scheduling software and workforce management tools. What was once a tedious organizational task with paper and pencil — or, if you were lucky, Excel or Word — is now a streamlined and strategic tool for planning, controlling costs, and communicating with your team members.

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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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FreshCheq

DECEMBER 9, 2019

Most restaurant operators are very concerned with reducing turnover in their stores. There are a couple of things to consider, but it starts with the interview to make sure that you are hiring the right people and setting the right expectations. There are two real components to that: learning why they want the job, and weeding out the people that are not the right fit.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 11, 2019

How Multi-domain Data Governance Works from Farm-to-Fork. With the escalation of recalls in the food industry leaving a blizzard of regulation in its wake, it is becoming increasingly important that regulatory environments, legal restrictions or requirements, authorizations and accreditations, industry standard practices, and security over monitoring of activity is managed to ensure compliance – even as these mandates become increasingly difficult to understand, Implement or update.

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The Restaurant Group

DECEMBER 9, 2019

Restaurant Trends, Culinary, Tech and Economy. Like most industries, the restaurant/food industry is using analytical data to understand how the market is being influenced and how to follow suit. As a new wave of youthful consumers begins entrenching upon restaurants, there are some key trends that they are particularly attracted to. Here is a look at some of the current culinary, economic and technological trends that will be sure to impress consumers. 1.

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Sling

DECEMBER 13, 2019

Shift planning has gotten easier in recent years with the introduction of cloud-based scheduling software and workforce management tools. What was once a tedious organizational task with paper and pencil — or, if you were lucky, Excel or Word — is now a streamlined and strategic tool for planning, controlling costs, and communicating with your team members.

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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

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KaTom

DECEMBER 13, 2019

What’s a Holiday Pop-up Bar? With holiday spirits now in full swing, bar patrons can expect to see a new type of bar experience – complete with all the décor and festivity of the Christmas season – popping up in local bars, restaurants, and empty buildings. The “pop-up” trend started about a decade ago with pop-up restaurants and quickly expanded to include bars.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 12, 2019

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. Send news to Barbara Castiglia at bcastiglia@modernrestaurantmanagement.com. More Tropical in Colorado. Tropical Smoothie Cafe signed two multi-unit franchise agreements to develop 38 new cafes across the state of Colorado, including a 27-unit deal and an 11-unit deal.

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The Wine Knitter

DECEMBER 11, 2019

The holiday festivities have begun and I’ve heard a lot of corks popping lately, which is always music to my ears! Champagne and sparkling wines have always been considered the “go-to” drink for celebrations. But they have evolved into wines that are now enjoyed all year long and not just for special occasions. There are numerous styles to choose from that are produced in wine regions all around the world such as the popular Italian Prosecco, Spanish Cava and Sekt from Germany.

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Sling

DECEMBER 9, 2019

Do you hire seasonal employees? If so, you may be required by law under the ACA to provide health insurance to some of these workers — or face stiff penalties. If this is your first time hiring seasonal employees or your business is now big enough to qualify under the ACA, it’s vital that you understand the details of what the government expects of you.

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Advertiser: Paycor

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Typsy

DECEMBER 10, 2019

From learning all about the best practice process for entering a guest room to understanding how important it is to clean and tidy your guests room, being a housekeeper requires an eye for detail and a love for perfection. Housekeeping is also being meticulous to help providing your guests with the best experience.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 10, 2019

According to a study, 82 percent of small businesses fail due to cash flow problems. A cash flow shortage occurs when more money is flowing out of the business than is flowing into it. During a cash flow shortage, you might not have enough capital to cover your payroll or other operating expenses. When there is no proper plan or strategy in place for handling cash flow shortage, a cash flow crisis occurs.

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Marketman

DECEMBER 9, 2019

The following list entails 9 ways MarketMan can help you to effectively manage your restaurant, control inventory, and allow your restaurant to thrive with the best restaurant management software available on the market today. Marketman combines cutting edge technology with an in-depth understanding of the restaurant industry. It understands your needs, and how to best service them; that leaves you with more time in your restaurant, and less time with labor-intensive paperwork that’s susce

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Sling

DECEMBER 9, 2019

Do you hire seasonal employees? If so, you may be required by law under the ACA to provide health insurance to some of these workers — or face stiff penalties. If this is your first time hiring seasonal employees or your business is now big enough to qualify under the ACA, it’s vital that you understand the details of what the government expects of you.

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Advertiser: Paycor

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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