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How Better Cooking Oil Management Enhances Efficiency and Reduces Costs

Modern Restaurant Management

What Can Be Done : Educate the customer about the impact that different oils make not only on their ability to operate but also on their sustainability goals within the kitchen. Employee Safety Practice : Train staff on best practices for handling, storing, and disposing of cooking oil to minimize waste and promote sustainability.

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2025 Outlook: Experts Weigh In on Restaurant Trends and Challenges, Part One

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With so many people leaving the industry, restaurants stepped up—raising wages, creating new opportunities, and doubling down on the employee experience. Much of that confidence comes from focusing on stronger employee benefits—like mental health support—and rising wages.

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MRM Research Roundup: AI Investment Heating Up and Summer Dining Dos and Don’ts

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The lowest ratings are related to the digital experience, which also shows the most deterioration. While customer experience and inventory management represent the first wave of AI adoption, survey responses indicate that a second wave of AI deployment is focused on boosting customer loyalty and enhancing employee experience.

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Top 7 POS Features for Allergen Management: Protect Guests and Boost Restaurant Safety

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A well-equipped POS system helps reduce human error, improve kitchen workflows, and build guest trust. Reports & Analytics : Track allergen-related trends, staff compliance, and customer feedback. These features not only improve safety and compliance but also build trust with customers by minimizing allergen-related incidents.

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28 Strategies to Cut Costs in the Restaurant Business

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Increasing restaurant profits allows you to invest in upgrades, like better equipment or a nicer place for customers to eat. Examples of fixed costs for a restaurant include rent, insurance, and equipment lease payments. Be transparent and reward employees. However, this cost cutting tip is crucial.

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MRM Research Roundup: Experimentation, Valentine’s Vibe Shift, and Wine Cork Market

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Beyond these shortages, the recurring struggle of finding employees to sustain businesses continues to threaten foodservice, making it harder to service growing consumers while sustaining profitability. The non-commercial sector, which includes entities within retail, educational, and health care settings, is gaining more popularity.

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MRM Research Roundup: To-Go Trends, State of the Plate, and Black Market Reservations

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GreenPoints™ in the Education & Transparency category. With certification signage, a sustainability event hosted on campus, and more, this Certified Green Restaurant® is implementing creative and effective marketing to be transparent about its sustainability and to educate its students and the public.