Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 25, 2024

While viewers are anticipating the third season premiere of "The Bear" on June 27, the show really hits home for industry insiders as the dark comedy highlghts the daily struggles of operating a restaurant as well as opening one. It's raw and realistic portrayal of the struggles to keep a family-owned restaurant in Chicago up and running, mirror the real-world experiences of many in the industry, particularly in the areas of financial and mental health. "'The Bear' does a

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ChowNow

JUNE 25, 2024

Online food ordering and delivery has experienced a staggering growth rate of over 20% in the past five years , which means restaurants are taking orders across multiple platforms to stay competitive. While ordering and delivery platforms are helpful for increasing visibility, they also create challenges for restaurant staff who must juggle multiple tablets, leading to potential errors and a poor diner experience.

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The Restaurant Group

JUNE 25, 2024

Navigating the Restaurant Industry: A Comprehensive Guide to Restaurant Consulting With 749,404 restaurants in the U.S., finding your footing can be challenging. But it’s not impossible. With the expert guidance and advice of restaurant consulting firms like TRG, you can achieve the prime spot in this dynamic sector. Why Invest in Restaurant Consulting Services Opening a restaurant is brutal.

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Culinary Cues

JUNE 23, 2024

There are kitchens and there are kitchens. Painting the environment that surrounds cooking with the same brush is unfair and quite inaccurate; yet many do. Those operations that resemble the caldrons of hell filled with arrogance, bullying, unprofessional behavior, and a lack of respect for people, product, and process is the same as categorizing musicians, athletes, business leaders, and politicians under a unified profile.

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Advertiser: Paycor

Before you can achieve success, you have to define it. Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) give you the framework to do just that. Paycor’s free guide includes a step-by-step process leaders can use to work toward – and achieve – their loftiest business goals.

Goliath Consulting

JUNE 27, 2024

As the newest generation to enter the workforce, Generation Z (those born between 1997 and 2012) brings unique characteristics, values, and expectations. Understanding how to effectively manage and engage Gen Z employees is crucial for restaurant owners and managers looking to maintain a motivated and productive team. Here are some key strategies to consider: 1.

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EATER

JUNE 26, 2024

The Summer Fancy Food Show happens in New York City every year. | Bettina Makalintal I traversed the expo’s cheese-stuffed aisles to see what we can expect in our shoppy shops and grocery stores in the coming months Every summer, sellers of fancy cheeses, cultured butters, alt-pastas, collagen waters, chicharron croutons, broccoli hummus, and all sorts of other things you can eat descend on New York City’s Javits Center for the Specialty Food Association’s Summer Fancy Food Show.

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 25, 2024

A sophisticated attack robbed Gotham Bar & Grill of its payroll and forced the restaurant to shutter temporarily. Owner Bret Csencsitz wants others in the industry to learn from his mistakes.

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TastyIgniter

JUNE 26, 2024

Operating costs in your restaurant can make or break your business. From menu optimization to energy efficiency, this comprehensive guide explores 10 effective strategies to slash expenses without compromising quality. Learn how to boost your bottom line while maintaining customer satisfaction.

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Restaurant Engine

JUNE 26, 2024

Two different restaurants have similar elements to their success stories. What makes a restaurant successful? Does your restaurant have that special recipe? In this article, we hope you get inspired by these two vastly different restaurants and their success stories. These are restaurateurs who’ve taken it to the next level. First, let’s look at what makes a restaurant successful so you can better understand what these restaurants did right.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 24, 2024

Diners should expect to be delighted by modernized comfort food and low-waste menus, according to Unilever Food Solutions’ Future Menus Top North America Trends 2024 report. It also acts as a recipe guide with solutions to industry-wide challenges, from cost-saving initiatives that ease labor shortages to recipes backed by forward-thinking trends.

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Advertiser: Paycor

Before you can achieve success, you have to define it. Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) give you the framework to do just that. Paycor’s free guide includes a step-by-step process leaders can use to work toward – and achieve – their loftiest business goals.

EATER

JUNE 28, 2024

Anchor Steam | Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images Union members want to get back to work at the storied San Francisco brewery, but they have yet to hear from the brewery’s new owner Patrick Costello didn’t know Anchor Brewing Company had been bought until his phone started buzzing with questions from friends. Like the rest of Anchor Steam’s unionized workforce, Costello had lost his job in August 2023, when Sapporo USA, which had purchased the San Francisco brewery in 2017, announced plans to

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 24, 2024

The sports bar chain abruptly shut its doors in parts of Texas, Florida, Kentucky and Virginia. A local media outlet put the total number of closures at 40.

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ChowNow

JUNE 27, 2024

Running a restaurant and operating a business are two sides of the hospitality coin: the former keeps food hitting tables and the latter makes sure you can do it again tomorrow. It’s always been a challenge to do both well, but recent increases in labor and food costs have intensified these challenges. With inflation rising and the job market becoming more competitive, finding and retaining talent while managing costs is a top priority for restaurateurs.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 26, 2024

The popularity of drive-thru continues as sales are up 30 percent since 2019. But what do customers want from the drive-thru experience and how can QSRs better meet those needs? How will the drive-thru change in the coming years? To learn how brands can improve the drive-thru experience for their guests and their team, Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine reached out to Kevin Jones, VP of QSR and Hospitality at Mood Media, who has a proven record in sales and account management revenue gr

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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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EATER

JUNE 27, 2024

In May, the Big Queer Food Fest took place in Boston. | Big Queer Food Fest The founders of the Big Queer Food Fest have plans for 2025. In the meantime, they’re finding out just how big the queer food community is. Being of the generation raised by Food Network, Top Chef , and Anthony Bourdain, I developed certain ideas of what a chef looked like. A chef could be bawdy and brash or obsessed with science.

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 25, 2024

In this year's American Customer Satisfaction Index, the Atlanta-based chicken chain remains the top-ranked limited-service chain. But its score declined.

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The Rail

JUNE 24, 2024

When running a bar, finding the right storage solutions for your seasonal bar supplies is essential, especially for bars in more tropical climates. Efficient storage ensures that your supplies are well-organized, easy to access, and in optimal condition. Let's explore the top storage solutions for seasonal bar, helping you maintain a smooth operation throughout the year.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 28, 2024

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features news on the impact of California's minimum wage, customer satisfaction, AI use in restaurants, popular cocktails and bathroom readiness. Early Impact of California's Minimum Wage A new edition of The Anchor from Placer.ai, written by R.J. Hottovy, the company’s Head of Analytical Research, digs into the changes at California restaurants wrought by increases to its minimum wage laws.

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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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EATER

JUNE 24, 2024

FX “It’s crazy” When the finale of The Bear ’s second season aired last June, one of the hottest topics surrounding the show wasn’t actually a plot point. While viewers wondered if Carmine “Carmy” Berzatto (Jeremy Allen White), the series’ emotionally tortured star chef, would ever get out of that walk-in refrigerator, the series’s most dedicated fanatics turned their attention to an even more pressing question: Would Carmy and his sous chef Sydney Adamu (Ayo Edebiri) end up falling in love?

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 26, 2024

A Deeper Dive: Juan Martinez, principal with Profitality, joins the podcast to talk about value and how companies can win in a tough market.

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Aaron Allen & Associates

JUNE 25, 2024

Enhanced Restaurant Efficiency and Profitability Via Strategic Kitchen Reconfigurations: Ignite Your Restaurant’s Future In the fast-paced restaurant industry, staying ahead of the competition requires constant innovation and adaptation. One of the most impactful changes you can make is optimizing your kitchen layout and operations. At Aaron Allen & Associates, we specialize in strategic kitchen reconfigurations that not only streamline your back-of-house processes but also significantly

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 27, 2024

"Pizza is more than just food; it’s a way to bring people together," Tom Krouse said when asked to describe what it is about pizza that has kept him in love with it for so many years. "I love its universal appeal and the joy it brings to people. At Donatos Pizza, our commitment to quality and community makes our pizza special, and being a part of that has been incredibly fulfilling." The Donatos CEO is retiring in October after 24 years and passing the torch to Kevin King,

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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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EATER

JUNE 27, 2024

Carmy stares at a wall of culinary titans. | FX An exhaustive list of the chefs, restaurateurs, and hospitality pros who paid a visit to Carmy and the gang this season The third season of hit Hulu show The Bear dropped in full on Wednesday night, and with it came an absolute bounty of chef and restaurant cameos — perhaps too many. Throughout the season’s 10 episodes, a slew of food world luminaries make appearances in both the past and present of chef Carmen “Carmy” Berzatto (Jeremy Allen White)

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 26, 2024

The Atlanta-based cinnamon roll chain alleged that the tech provider knew about the flaws because other restaurants have had the same problems.

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TastyIgniter

JUNE 26, 2024

Manage negative online reviews effectively to protect your restaurant's reputation. Learn five key strategies: respond promptly, use feedback constructively, encourage positive reviews, implement a comprehensive reputation management strategy, and turn negative experiences into positive outcomes. Discover how to leverage criticism for business growth.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 24, 2024

The Freelance Isn’t Free Act (FIFA) represents a significant shift in labor law, providing new protections for freelance workers across New York state. Although initially intended to take effect on May 20, that has been postponed until August 28. This law requires written contracts for freelance engagements worth $800 or more or lasting longer than 120 days.

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Advertiser: Paycor

Get ready for the future of business. As HR navigates an ongoing labor shortage, leaders need stronger, more adaptable recruiting strategies. Do you have the tools you need to build a talent pipeline that drives sustainable business growth?

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EATER

JUNE 25, 2024

Lille Allen/Eater Combined with bird’s eye chiles, fermented shrimp paste transforms into a delightfully funky flavor bomb India did not have much of a packaged hot sauce culture when I was growing up there in the 1990s. For true heat, my family and I ignored the clotting, barely used bottle of Tabasco on the dinner table in favor of the pantheon of fresh and dried chiles, chile powders, pickles, and Indo-Chinese sauces at our disposal.

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 26, 2024

The fast-casual chain confirmed corporate files were accessed in a security incident in March. Workers, however, were not notified until mid-June, the lawsuits contend.

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SpotOn

JUNE 27, 2024

Turning the Corner is a new series from SpotOn Restaurateur-in-Residence Scott Youkilis. Find mindful advice on all aspects of the restaurant business — the good, the bad, and the expletive-inducing, from someone who has been there before. I got into the restaurant industry because I wanted to throw a party every night, and I thought I could make a lot of money doing it.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 28, 2024

What are the best practices for instilling an effective cell phone policy for staff at your restaurant? It's a tough issue. This episode of Making Dough Show ! host Hengam Stanfield delves into this topic offering suggestions for creating an efficient and productive workable environment.

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