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FSMA Rule 204 Food Safety Countdown: What Restaurant Managers Need to Know Now

Modern Restaurant Management

Better food safety has never been more in reach, thanks to advancements in traceability standards and technology. FDA’s Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Rule 204 approaching, restaurant operators stand to gain improved confidence in the safety and quality of the food they serve. The time to act is now.

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How Better Cooking Oil Management Enhances Efficiency and Reduces Costs

Modern Restaurant Management

To learn more about how cooking oil management can help with this goal, Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine reached out to John Michals, COO of Filta Environmental Kitchen Services. 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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Reducing Fire Risk in Your Commercial Kitchen

Modern Restaurant Management

As a restaurant manager, you want to do everything in your power to keep your commercial kitchen as well as your entire facility safe and welcoming to staff and patrons alike. However, fire hazards such as neglected kitchen equipment and grease buildup can lead to serious kitchen fires, threatening lives and livelihoods.

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THE NEXT GENERATION OF COOKS & CHEFS

Culinary Cues

Its a question on the minds of most chefs, restaurateurs, and culinary educators: What will the next generation of cooks and chefs look like? Keep in mind the distinction between professional cook and those who fall into the kitchen work without real intent. A diverse workforce has been the norm for decades.

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Outdated Health and Safety Checks Are Holding QSRs Back

Modern Restaurant Management

As customers continue to feel more comfortable dining out, restaurants should have health and safety measures down pat. Exceeding health and safety standards not only ensures the well-being of customers, but it also cultivates a positive experience that fosters loyalty.

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Seven Ways HR Leadership Can Reduce Risk for Restaurants During Turbulent Times

Modern Restaurant Management

A global infectious disease outbreak such as COVID-19 can impact your business in terms of risk to employee safety, loss of sales and economic uncertainty. Educating employees about transmission, risks and how to protect themselves can provide them with a sense of empowerment over the situation.

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Lessening Employee Anxiety as Restaurant Doors Open

Modern Restaurant Management

Rick Camac, Dean of Restaurant & Hospitality Management at the Institute of Culinary Education. Over and above these suggestions, if you have the size to spread out your kitchen you should do so. Kitchens must be sanitized, per recommended guidelines. They are for your own safety too. Here's some of their advice.

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