Modern Restaurant Management
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
Sweetgreen implemented tech solutions to improve their operations, boost sustainability , and personalize customers’ experiences. Chick-fil-A and Starbucks launched apps that make their consumers’ journeys more convenient, efficient, and enjoyable. Hot Palette Holdings uses AI to improve their forecasting, optimize inventory, and reduce waste.
EATER
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Getty Images Probably not, but Wendy’s thinks so Have you ever been eating a cheeseburger and fries, procured from a drive-thru, and wondered “Wow, I wish I could pay even more for this incredibly mediocre lunch?” If so, you’re in luck! Fast food chain Wendy’s has announced plans to test “dynamic pricing” at its locations across the country, beginning in 2025.
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Apicbase
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
2023 has been a challenging year for restaurant operators, caught as they were between rising food costs and labour shortages. To give you the full picture of the positives and negatives of what lies ahead for 2024, we combed through dozens of recent industry reports and compiled a list of 93 restaurant industry statistics. At first glance, some stats might seem to contradict each other.
ChowNow
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Effective restaurant marketing means reaching diners wherever they are. In today’s world, that means their mobile devices. To gain more diners and drive more orders, restaurants need to optimize their mobile marketing and make it easier to order. Here are some tips and tools to help you get started. What’s mobile marketing? Mobile marketing is promoting your business on customer’s mobile devices like phones, tablets, and other handhelds.
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.
The Eat Restaurant
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
Whether you're upgrading inside your current four walls, extending your business idea, or creating a new restaurant, you'll need financing.
24/7 Waiter
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
Do you want to improve profits for your restaurant? Then you should consider a website with an easy way for customers to use online ordering. Your customers want the convenience of choosing their meals through a digital method so they can pick up their food or have it delivered without waiting around. Restaurant online ordering platforms catch the digital audience and offer a satisfying way for them to enjoy the food they love and choose how they want to get it.
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Restaurant Business
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
The locally owned independent restaurants are recognized for quality food, timeless appeal and their ability to reflect the character of their communities.
Goliath Consulting
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
In the dynamic world of culinary innovation, 2024 marks a pivotal year where technology intertwines with the art of dining. From streamlining operations to enhancing customer experiences, a plethora of cutting-edge technologies are reshaping the restaurant landscape like never before. Smart Menus and Personalized Dining Experiences Leading the charge are platforms like Popmenu, revolutionizing how diners interact with menus.
Open for Business
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
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Modern Restaurant Management
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Inaccurate business listings can have a substantial impact on brand loyalty, according to the first release of SOCi Inc.'s 2024 Consumer Behavior Index (CBI), which examines shopper practices and preferences when interacting on and offline with local businesses, including restaurants. Nearly two-in-three (63 percent) have encountered inaccuracies in business listings on major platforms such as Google, Facebook, and Instagram.
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Crunchtime
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Chances are, you’ve probably heard of brands like Chipotle, Domino’s, Dunkin’, Five Guys, and P.F. Chang’s. But what you may not know, is that behind the scenes, those brands, and 500+ more , run their operations on Crunchtime. From inventory and labor to learning and operations execution, our products support the unique needs of the foodservice industry.
EATER
FEBRUARY 26, 2024
The 40-year-old fondue chain certainly has nostalgic vibes, but an effort to revamp the brand aims to bring the Melting Pot into the future. If you have been to the Melting Pot before, it was likely on a date. Maybe it was a first date, where dipping bread cubes and apple chunks into a pot of burbling cheese, cooked right at your table, offered a welcome distraction from the awkwardness of getting to know a new person.
The Wine Knitter
FEBRUARY 25, 2024
Honig Vineyard and Winery is a family-owned and operated winery situated in the picturesque town of Rutherford in Napa Valley, CA. Honig Vineyard courtesy of Honig In 1964, Louis Honig purchased a 68-acre vineyard in Rutherford from the Wagners’, who are owners of the nearby Caymus vineyards. Cabernet Sauvignon and Sauvignon Blanc were the two varieties planted in the vineyard that they bought.
Modern Restaurant Management
MARCH 1, 2024
To promote sustainability and help reduce meat consumption, Mush Foods introduced 50Cut, a mushroom mycelium blend to the US market for chef use in meat, poultry, and fish dishes. To learn more, Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine reached out to Mush Foods Culinary Director AJ Schaller. What factors have fueled the increased use of mushrooms in unique ways?
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Incorporating generative AI (gen AI) into your sales process can speed up your wins through improved efficiency, personalized customer interactions, and better informed decision- making. Gen AI is a game changer for busy salespeople and can reduce time-consuming tasks, such as customer research, note-taking, and writing emails, and provide insightful data analysis and recommendations.
Restaurant Business
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
CEO John Chidsey told operators this week that they should remodel their locations or get out of the system. And he told franchisees who have remodeled to put some pressure on those who haven’t.
EATER
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
This year’s honorees include a New York City institution, a decades-old meat and three, and the oldest Burmese restaurant in San Francisco James Beard Awards season is well underway. The list of semifinalists in the chef and restaurant category dropped late January, and today, the James Beard Foundation announced the recipients of its America’s Classics Awards.
Wasserstrom
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Establishing consistent and thorough cleaning practices can be challenging, especially in fast-paced foodservice and hospitality environments. This is where color-coded cleaning systems step in. Humans excel at visual processing: Colors are inherently attention-grabbing, bypassing complex verbal instructions and readily conveying information. In this article, we’ll explore why operators are sanitizing their facilities more efficiently and effectively, simply […] The post Color-Coded Cleani
Modern Restaurant Management
FEBRUARY 26, 2024
Restaurants and franchises face numerous financial challenges that can hinder their success, however, by optimizing their payment processing strategy, these businesses can overcome some of the major obstacles faced by restaurants in their early start, helping them to achieve greater stability and ultimately profitability. Payment processing pricing structures often used by restaurants allow providers to layer their processing fees on top of other underlying debit and credit card fees.
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The HR industry is changing. Did you know… 1. There will be 4M more jobs than workers by 2033 ( BLS ). 2. For 84% of workers, flexibility is a top priority ( FlexJobs ). 3. 75% of employees have used AI at work ( CFO.com ). It’s time to meet the moment! Use Paycor’s guide to design a blueprint for success.
Restaurant Business
MARCH 1, 2024
Nancy and Lisa debate the up and downsides of these multi-concept outlets that are a leading cause of Choice Paralysis.
EATER
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
Visitors enjoying the view from Nerul in North Goa. | Ahilya by the Sea Layers of Hindu, Muslim, and Portuguese culture blend with seafood and coconut on Goan plates, making it worth seeking out local specialties among the sunny destination’s sea of tourist traps Goa is one of India’s most popular tourist destinations. The southwestern Indian state, which is split into northern and southern districts along the Konkan coast, welcomes millions of visitors from other parts of India who party the ni
Bizimply
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
Future-proof your tech stack, streamline operations, and enhance customer services for long-term success. Learn about Bizimply's Marketplace and stay at the forefront of technological evolution. The post <b>Is Your Hospitality Business Tech-Ready? </b> The Benefits of Agile Tech Integrations for Your Business. appeared first on.
Modern Restaurant Management
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
In a world reshaped by the pandemic, evolving labor markets, and shifts in consumer behaviors, restaurant owners are increasingly turning to technological innovations. These technologies, often unseen but highly influential, are quietly revolutionizing culinary practices and guest experiences. Whether it's the utilization of AI-driven analytics to elevate menu design or the precision of robotics transforming kitchen operations, a new era in dining is taking shape.
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Use these handy calendar templates to stay on top of payroll in 2025! Download them today to share with your HR team or post for employees. Whether your company has biweekly, semi-monthly, or monthly pay periods, Paycor has you covered. Get your templates today!
Restaurant Business
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
The pizza delivery chain added the largest number of new operators in 15 years in 2023. All of them started as delivery drivers or other employees within the system.
EATER
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
Lille Allen/Eater Come for the Crown Jewel Dessert, stay for the Ring Around the Tuna There are two types of Americans: those who have bitten into a quivering, jiggling cube of Jell-O only to discover that the glob of white stuff on top is not, in fact, Cool Whip but mayonnaise, and those who have not. The first group takes a strange pride in their adventures into the dark heart of American cuisine.
TastyIgniter
FEBRUARY 24, 2024
Discover the best fast food restaurant management software with TastyIgniter's latest blog post. Learn how intuitive order management, dynamic menu customization, efficient inventory tracking, and integrated employee scheduling can revolutionize your fast food operations. TastyIgniter offers scalability, a user-friendly interface, and exceptional support to enhance customer experiences and boost profitability.
Modern Restaurant Management
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
The Oklahoma News Report offers a story on the power of social media. Business is now booming at Spirals thanks to a viral post about the hot dog restaurant.
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Restaurant Business
FEBRUARY 26, 2024
Technomic’s new State of the Menu report recommends actions chain operators can take to move their menus forward this year.
Apicbase
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
This guide covers the essentials of recipe costing, including the benefits of proper calculations and the best formula to use. If a restaurant does not know how much it costs to make one dish, they will likely lose money at every table. Understanding the true cost of recipes underpins a restaurant’s success and financial health. Read on to learn strategies to optimise recipe calculations and ensure every dish on your menu contributes positively to your bottom line.
The Rail
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
By Jerry Chase, Contributor Moving your restaurant to a new location is a significant undertaking that requires careful planning and execution. Whether expanding your business or seeking a better market position, relocating presents opportunities and challenges. From assessing the demographics of your new area to navigating zoning laws and permits, every step of the process matters.
Modern Restaurant Management
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
In this video, First We Feast features Flavors From Afar , a California restaurant that offers a rotating international menu crafted by refugee chefs. Founded by Meymuna Hussein-Cattan and her mother Owliya Dima, a Somali refugee, Flavors From Afar emerged from the Tiyya Foundation, with a mission to provide resources and support to displaced refugees and asylum seekers.
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As prospects define their problem, search for solutions, and even change jobs, they are generating high-value signals that the best go-to-market teams can leverage to close more deals. This is where signal-based selling comes into play. ZoomInfo CEO Henry Schuck recently broke down specific ways to put four key buying signals into action with the experts from 30 Minutes to President’s Club.
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