EATER

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

The company also notes that the milling facilities needed to turn tencha into matcha also hit their capacity this year, since many are small businesses and not large factories. Part of the work is educating customers that “they’re not Amazon products that you just have all year,” he says.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Changing consumer behaviors and therefore customer attraction strategies impact kitchen requirements, and businesses must be able to adapt and react. Cheese and other food pairings will continue to be a big part of our education series and we will introduce spirits into our tasting and l'ecole options this year.”

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2025 Beverage Fine Dining Guest Recovery 450

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Since the pandemic, businesses have had to cut staff to save costs, which has made hiring even more challenging. This gives a manager a small advantage in speed, but on a broader scale, busy hiring managers lack the time and training to compete with the resources of a Fortune 500 company. How do you teach how to hire?

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EATER

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Kitchens as Energy Hogs Commercial kitchens use anywhere from two to 10 times more energy per square foot than other commercial businesses, Richard Young, the director of Frontier Energy , a national energy consulting firm, told Civil Eats. And new equipment is often beyond the reach of small restaurants. “We

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 28, 2023

Small-medium sized business owners may not fully grasp how important technology is due to a lack of knowledge and experience. Even if just one team member understands the benefits of digital transformation, it is up to them to educate the team and get everyone on board. Additionally, there is the fear of change. Back-of-house?

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ChowNow

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

In this article, you will learn: How to educate customers on why direct ordering matters Simple incentives to encourage direct orders Ways to streamline and promote your direct ordering system Lets explore the best ways to shift customer behavior and grow your direct ordering sales. But how do you get diners to change their habits?

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 14, 2021

Feeding America’s, MealConnect platform, is available to food businesses of all sizes, for free. Businesses can post their surplus food, and an algorithm determines which local food pantry works the best, who then comes and picks up the food. This results in money put back into the businesses bottom line.

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ChowNow

MAY 27, 2025

What started as a passion project while working in education eventually turned into a full-fledged business built on word-of-mouth, strong community ties, and a passion for bringing bold Caribbean flavors to the Midwest. As demand grew and his reputation spread, he began taking the business more seriously, scaling slowly but steadily.

Online Ordering 195

Online Ordering Website Management Small Business Catering 195

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 19, 2020

The neighborhood of ‘Hell’s Kitchen’, heavily relies on tourists and offices to maintain a once thriving day time business scene. Normally a vibrant spot for working professionals, it is now vying for business in order to survive. Most find that there is high synergy between their businesses.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 9, 2021

While our team is extremely excited about seeing each other in person, as a business owner, it‘s my responsibility to ensure we’re being safe, following appropriate CDC guidelines, and making the best decisions to protect our employees.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 22, 2020

But if your restaurant or industry related business has been able to stay open or expects to resume operations once we are on the other side of the pandemic, now may be the time to apply for a grant. Yes, a grant because they are for more than nonprofits. Showcase all Rewards and Recognition. The time is now to explore grants.

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Culinary Cues

NOVEMBER 20, 2020

It seems that every time I check my email or flip through postings in social media – there is another restaurant, food business, or culinary school preparing to close their doors. It is heartbreaking to read of life visions dashed and even long-standing, viable businesses choosing to throw in the towel.

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Social Media Education Email Marketing 2008 508

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 13, 2020

The business of running a restaurant is no longer limited to exceptional recipes, gorgeous plating, and advertisements. Education Is Key. Education for owners and all employees on the basics of cyber security is important to ensure the weakest link isn’t the one that breaks. Prevent, Prepare, Prevail.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 14, 2025

She is a co-founder of Women in Hospitality United, and sits on the Board of Directors of the NYC Hospitality Alliance, the NYC Small Business Services Hospitality Council, the Emma's Torch Culinary Council, and the Urban Justice Center's Street Vendor Project Advisory Board.

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Website Management Hospitality Sustainability Education 221

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 27, 2021

Many consumers have no awareness about the high commission fees charged by delivery apps, so part of your messaging should focus around educating them about the many benefits of ordering direct. But how do you let customers know to bypass the delivery apps and order direct? Then provide frequent reminders across all your marketing channels.

Ordering 539

Ordering Online Ordering Social Media Delivery 539

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 19, 2021

According to Uber Eats, businesses with virtual banners running sidecar can expect an increase of sales by more than half compared to standard operating procedure. In some cases, these online-only restaurants are bringing in more revenue than the actual business that supports them. New idea, online menu, real food. Instead, Chuck E.

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Front of House Online Ordering Food Order Small Business 530

Indoor Media

APRIL 2, 2020

IndoorMedia is committed to helping your business stay in business. Small Business Administration – Guidance for Businesses and Employers. Chamber of Commerce – Emergency Loans Small Business Guide and Checklist. Chamber of Commerce – Coronavirus Small Business Guide.

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Small Business Advertising Certification Restaurant Law 148

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 9, 2022

Educate your employees why it’s essential to reduce food waste and train them on how to accomplish this. Use tech tools to create better forecasts so you can more accurately predict busy (or slower) shifts to prep foods accordingly. Realize that small changes matter. Train your staff. salads, salsa, guacamole, etc.)

Waste 539

Waste Compost Food Recycling 539

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 16, 2020

The National Restaurant Association has provided a list of best practices to ensure business continuity. In the wake of the coronavirus / COVID-19 pandemic, RWCF’s full focus is on supporting workers, small business owners, and an industry in crisis. Click here to learn the 10 steps to take now. More than 2.45 and Canada.

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Culinary Cues

MAY 4, 2022

One would assume that you dedicated the time and effort to your education, otherwise graduation might not be within your grasp. Now you are ready to take the leap into reality, to test what you think you know in a fast-paced, physically, emotionally, and mentally demanding business. This is where you are right now. Here you go!

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 20, 2022

The ancestors of the first semi-automatic machines to serve food and drink are still in use today, though instead of restaurants and bars, we see them in public spaces, perhaps small shops. Waiting and bartending is not among the encouraged list of careers, they’re not considered ambitious enough for the mainstream education sector.

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Mobile Ordering Food Order Employee Relations Customer Service 537

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 24, 2022

And before she can do any of that, she needs a business loan. Chloe’s bistro will be opening for drinks and small lunches in the daytime and providing a limited number of hot meals (booking only – it’s a small place!) Well, it’s largely educated guesswork. in the evening.

Point of Sale 449

Point of Sale Seasonal Menu Education Small Business 449

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 18, 2020

The Small Business Administration (SBA), in consultation with the Department of the Treasury , released the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Loan Forgiveness Application and detailed instructions for the application. ” Highlights of the US Foods Restaurant Reopening Blueprint include: Principles for an effective reopening.

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Front of House Back of House Online Ordering Kitchen Safety 520

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 14, 2020

The National Restaurant Association launched an industry grassroots education and engagement resource available online at RestaurantsAct.com. " "As a small business owner these unprecedented times are very overwhelming," said Rick Fernandez, owner of 3N1 Sports Bar & Grill in San Diego. "Cox

Online Ordering 530

Online Ordering Back of House Small Business Customer Service 530

Culinary Cues

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

These are your friends and neighbors; they are cornerstone businesses that support local little league teams, charities, and causes that unite the people around you. They are the businesses that provide gainful employment for all age groups, and in some cases – those jobs for youngsters entering the workforce for the first time.

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Pricing Marketing Insurance Seasonal Menu 415

Culinary Cues

APRIL 15, 2020

Whether it is the environment, the postal service, senior citizens, global partnerships, healthcare, or restaurants – there is a tendency to set aside or forget just how important these businesses, global responsibilities, and people truly are to our existence. Restaurants are more than places where we can fill our stomachs – so much more.

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Travel Small Business Point of Sale Back of House 463

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 8, 2020

As restaurants slowly begin reopening, things remain far from “business as usual.” ” The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way businesses operate, and the restaurant industry is now learning to navigate this “new normal.” Educate Employees and Customers. Train Employees Regularly.

Food Safety 507

Food Safety Social Media Website Management Food Supply 507

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 17, 2022

It was only after the Great Recession that businesses began to uncover the power of technology by developing mobile apps, self-service kiosks, and more. Business owners with a three-year or longer business history and credit scores above 700 are most likely to qualify for one of these loans.

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2008 Small Business Mobile Ordering Technology 508

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 23, 2021

Small Business Administration (SBA) as the first round of technology partners participating in a new initiative for the Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF). billion grant program will provide free monetary awards to restaurants and other F&B businesses suffering financial losses due to the pandemic.

Point of Sale 322

Point of Sale Small Business Webinar Customer Service 322

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Frontline leaders who offer support in day-to-day tasks, help educate, motivate, nurture and advocate for advancement (through promotions and raises) can boost chances of keeping employees happy and employed. But having such emotional intelligence is no small feat.

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Management Management Coaching Front of House 476

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 13, 2020

The hospitality business is particularly hit hard by the war for talent and the turnover is pretty high and difficult to manage. All you have to do is select a serious, low-cost 401(k) plan, even better if it is designed specifically for small companies like a bar or a restaurant, or for start-ups. It is not as daunting as it sounds.

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Healthcare Consumer Goods Insurance Small Business 460

Culinary Cues

JANUARY 3, 2023

I have long embraced this philosophy when it comes to restaurants, but it also can apply to any business. Customers would like up, sometimes around the block, hoping for a seat in her rather small restaurant where she featured, what we called – blue plate specials. This love is what we call “hospitality”.

Hospitality 466

Hospitality Customer Experience Customer Service Small Business 466

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 27, 2020

Small Business Administration (SBA) Jovita Carranza and U.S. million small businesses and protected over 30 million jobs for hardworking Americans," they said. "With Additional funding has been allocated for the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP ). For more information, visit: sba.gov/paycheckprotection.

Mobile Ordering 494

Mobile Ordering Webinar Loyalty Program Online Ordering 494

Culinary Cues

FEBRUARY 12, 2020

As a property chef you have reached one of the pinnacles of your career – having paid your dues and likely worked very hard in a variety of properties until demonstrating the right mix of skill, knowledge, experience, and temperament to hold the lead position in a busy kitchen. Congratulations! So.now what?

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Education Consumer Goods Training Back of House 390

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 21, 2020

With more states lifting sanctions on dine-in options, Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine reached out to Yelp's Small Business Expert Emily Washcovick to learn about ways restaurants can successfully make the transition and slowly ramp up operations, while keeping guest and staff safety top of mind.

Customer Experience 570

Customer Experience Consumer Goods Social Media Dine-in 570

Culinary Cues

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Here are some that have, in the past, been posted on my office door when I was a chef and later as an educator. Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, concerned citizens can change the world. But few would deny the value of inspirational words from the experience of others. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.

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Consumer Goods Presentation Leadership Dine-in 290

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 9, 2024

AI-powered solutions such as chatbots, voice assistants, predictive analytics, and automation tools are being utilized to streamline processes, enhance guest experiences, and drive business growth. However, with proper education, support, and accessible AI solutions, these challenges can be overcome.

Customer Experience 481

Customer Experience Customer Service Technology Inventory 481