Modern Restaurant Management
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
Charging guests for booking a reservation that they don’t show up for is becoming more popular. Ten years ago, this was a practice in the big cities like New York, Chicago, and Los Angeles. When this practice began, I must be honest I told my customers not to do this charge because it could cost them clients. When restaurants began charging guests the three-percent credit card fee, I was against that as well.
Aaron Allen & Associates
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
Originally published in the Aaron Allen & Associates newsletter on 02/12/2024. We’ve recently been asked a lot to work as an objective third party to validate new models, speed of operations, new initiatives (from changes in positioning to new prototypes to what geographies to launch into), long-term strategic plans, and brand portfolios. The value of a restaurant expert, a professional second opinion, cannot be overstated.
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The Eat Restaurant
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
Stripe , the leading payment solution, joins forces with Eat App to simplify your operations. Effortlessly manage upfront payments, events, and refunds, leaving you free to focus on what matters - great food and happy customers.
Culinary Cues
FEBRUARY 10, 2024
So, here’s the thing – knowing how to operate a restaurant is not difficult – executing the steps is a whole other story. The work is relentless, the unpredictability is insanity, the never-ending attention to detail is mind-numbing, and timing is borderline impossible. Yet, millions of people jump in the deep end every day. The list of “what to do and how to do it” may be long, but it’s basically common sense.
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Lavu
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
Running a Bar: 7 Key Features You Need to Become The Best Bar POS System in 2024 In the bustling world of hospitality, the backbone of a bar’s success lies in its operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. At the forefront of this achievement is the POS software, a pivotal technology that has transformed how bars operate. A state-of-the-art restaurant POS System, specifically tailored for bars and restaurants, streamlines transactions, inventory management, and customer service, ens
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Modern Restaurant Management
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
There are many details to keep track of during the process of buying or selling a restaurant. Beyond the brick and mortar, there are many digital assets to manage during the transition phase. Part of what you’re paying for when purchasing a restaurant is the brand reputation and web history. To prevent issues down the road, it's best to make sure you speak with your attorney to have all the necessary information.
Modern Restaurant Management
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
In a landscape where precision equates to performance, prepping your commercial kitchen for the sweltering conditions and guest upsurge of the warmer months is an exercise in foresight and expertise. The foundational strategy focuses on two pivotal elements: maintaining rigorous standards for commercial refrigeration and ensuring a robust plan to manage increased customer flow.
Restaurant Business
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
Operators have examined their kitchens and processes and added a lot more technology while focusing on takeout. The result has been a more efficient operation.
Modern Restaurant Management
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
A Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) serves as the foundation of the franchisor-franchisee relationship. Not only is it a critical sales tool for the franchisor, but it also gives a prospective franchisee vital insight into the franchise opportunity and help them make an informed decision to invest. While the FDD is a comprehensive document, certain key sections demand careful scrutiny during an annual review.
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7 Shifts
FEBRUARY 16, 2024
Restaurant Templates & Management Spreadsheets When running a restaurant, you're always crunched for time and your to-do lists never end. You need to get things done–not worry about whether things are being done properly or not. When it comes to employee scheduling, timesheets, and performance reviews, maybe you've got someone who's handled things so long no one else knows exactly how to do what they do (tribal knowledge is risky!).
Crunchtime
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
Staying innovative in the highly competitive restaurant space requires a combination of strategic thinking, technological savvy, and a commitment to fostering a culture of innovation and excellence. To drive positive change and growth operators must embrace creativity, efficiency, and adaptability.
EATER
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
A dessert tray on the Feud set. | Tamara Reynolds On “Feud: Capote vs. The Swans,” being seen lunching is everything. We spoke to food stylist Tamara Reynolds about creating the restaurant — and meals — at the center of that world. There is a reason Truman Capote titled his thinly veiled exposé of New York City’s society women and their secrets “ La Côte Basque.
Modern Restaurant Management
FEBRUARY 16, 2024
Food Safety Specialist Francine L. Shaw sat down with Morten Larsen, CEO & Founder of EcoloxTech to discuss the use of Hypochlorous acid (HOCl) in restaurants and food service. Why is it so important for restaurants and other food businesses to be aware of – and use – HOCI as a disinfectant and sanitizer? Well, as you know, restaurants and other food brands must prioritize food safety every day, with every shift.
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Sculpture Hospitality
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
Whether you’re running a cozy corner pub, a bustling city bar or the bar within a restaurant, keeping a tight ship on your inventory is not only the key to customer satisfaction but also the secret weapon in boosting those all-important profit margins.
Restaurant Business
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
The industry has a number of initiatives underway to pull more potential hires into the field. But the setback of the pandemic and the need for scale are deferring the payoff.
ChowNow
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
More and more restaurants are launching their own websites, mobile apps, and online ordering channels. So much so that diners go out of their way to order directly from restaurants they love. For us, the opportunity was clear: How can we help restaurants create better connections with customers, while also giving them a much-needed lift? We’re always looking for new ways to help restaurants get more from their online ordering and boost their revenue streams.
Modern Restaurant Management
FEBRUARY 16, 2024
In this tribute to David Bouley, who died February 12 from a heart attack at age 70., the author credits Bouley with making four-star cuisine free of pretention and relatable for non-foodies. I’ve never been a foodie, but in the late 1980s and 90s I was a restaurant gadabout, thanks to an extended gig as publicist for the Zagat Survey guides, which exposed me to some of New York’s finer eateries and uber-chefs.
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.
Future Food
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
The challenges of delivering benchmark cost of goods and labour costs (the controllable costs) are the conversations that are being had in almost every venue around the country at the moment. Clubs with multiple venues and locations are in an enviable position of having economies of scale that a contemporary procurement strategy can leverage, to maximise margins and subsequent profitability.
Ken Burgin
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
They may not be asked openly, but they will influence whether the applicant wants the job or not. If the managers or owners doing an interview raise and answer these job applicant questions, they will have a better rapport with applicants. And don’t forget, people are always looking for answers to their questions; if you don’t provide them, they may make them up!
Restaurant Business
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
Cross-training, chef-driven speed-scratch ingredients and operational shortcuts help meet back-of-house labor challenges post-pandemic without sacrificing innovation.
Squirrel Systems
FEBRUARY 16, 2024
As we settle into 2024, the restaurant industry stands on the cusp of transformative changes, shaped by evolving consumer preferences, sustainability concerns, and a relentless pace of technological innovation. In this article, we delve into the anticipated restaurant and menu trends for 2024 and explore how technology, particularly advanced point-of-sale (POS) solutions, can enable restaurateurs to ride the wave of these trends successfully. 2024 Restaurant and Menu Trends Forecast Sustainabili
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
SpotOn
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
You can’t run a business alone—nor would you want to. Any seasoned restaurant owner knows a great team is crucial to smooth operations and outstanding guest experiences. Plus, working alongside people you like and respect makes the long hours and busy weekends more enjoyable, even when there are places you’d rather be. Finding good staff members can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack, especially in an unpredictable labor market.
MBB Hospitality
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
As a restaurant owner, things can get challenging. You have the ultimate goal of providing your customers the best experience with delicious food, customer service that goes above and beyond, and so much more. However, there may be times that the most crucial responsibilities slip through the cracks – even in a busy environment like the kitchen.
Restaurant Business
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
As the brand focuses more on value, a group of operators wants the chain to emphasize value-engineered items, like the old Snack Wraps. And they say many of the company's moves have increased franchisees' costs.
Evergreen
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
Efficient food inventory management is crucial for the success of any restaurant. By streamlining your inventory system, you can reduce costs, prevent food waste, improve order accuracy, and ensure that your restaurant is always well-stocked with fresh ingredients. […] The post Streamline Your Restaurant’s Food Inventory Management System appeared first on Evergreen.
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EATER
FEBRUARY 16, 2024
Skiers in Lech, 1960. | Slim Aarons / Getty Images Across the Alps, sleepy ski towns are recapturing past golden eras, offering winter visitors the chance to step back in time while enjoying modern culinary hot spots Over the years, the Alpine ski scene has condensed into a handful of uber-popular resorts: Ischgl in Austria, St. Moritz or Verbier in Switzerland, and Megève or the Three Valleys in France.
SpotOn
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
Want some nigiri from that sushi spot across town? Craving dinner from a local quick service restaurant ? Saint Louis offers plenty of delicious food throughout the city. However, finding the right restaurant can sometimes feel like a chore. People want the best food menu items that match their taste, all without doing the extra research on whether a restaurant can serve their food to go.
Restaurant Business
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
Sales were positive at Restaurant Brands International concepts, including Tim Hortons, Popeyes and Firehouse Subs. At Burger King, operator profitability increased 46%.
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