ChowNow

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

In 2025, the US online food delivery market is expected to reach $424.9 Whether its takeout, delivery, or even in-house orders via QR codes, customers want a seamless and convenient way to order online. Online ordering has transformed the restaurant industry, turning what was once a convenience into an absolute necessity.

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ChowNow

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

This guide will teach you everything you need to know about getting started with restaurant marketing. By the time you finish this article, youll know how to approach restaurant marketing the right way and not waste time doing guesswork, crossing your fingers, and then hoping you see new customers walking through the door.

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ChowNow

MARCH 19, 2025

With competition increasing and third-party apps controlling customer relationships, building loyalty requires a smarter approach. Without that direct connection, customer loyalty becomes fragile. of diners said theyve chosen one restaurant over another specifically because of a loyalty program.

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ChowNow

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

If customer retention is a priority consider a digital loyalty program or automated marketing tools. Most of the restaurant technology tools operators use every day were first introduced years ago, but it wasnt until the 2020 Tech Boom, brought on by COVID-19, that widespread adoption became essential. Consider your budget.

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Goliath Consulting

OCTOBER 16, 2024

A well-integrated system can manage both in-house and online orders from one platform, reducing the risk of mistakes and ensuring a smooth flow during busy times. Loyalty Programs and Customer Relationship Management (CRM): Integrating CRM and loyalty programs into the POS system allows restaurants to collect valuable customer data.

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ChowNow

MARCH 14, 2025

In this article, youll learn: How to optimize your restaurant website for more orders The best marketing strategies to increase online visibility How to use incentives and customer data to grow sales Lets dive into the top six ways you can increase order volume for your restaurants website. Make mobile-friendliness a top priority.

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ChowNow

MARCH 14, 2025

Front-of-house teams need clear expectations, strong training, and a service mindset that ensures guests feel valued. What is Restaurant Operations Management? Restaurant operations management is the art and science of keeping a restaurant running smoothly, creating order in a naturally chaotic environment.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 11, 2025

What used to be a basic employee benefit plan for only full-time workers has since changed to personalized benefits such as daycare assistance and mental health programs for both full-and part-time employees. The past five years have reinforced the critical intersection of digital and hospitality in the restaurant industry.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 8, 2024

Other advancements include: integrating data from various sources, including social media, reviews, and loyalty programs, to gain a holistic view of customer behaviour as well as as well as the implementation of real-time analytics for immediate insights into customer behaviour and preferences.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 14, 2020

In addition to the latest resources on COVID-19 restaurant and employee recovery programs, RestaurantsAct.com offers a brand new, industry-first interactive map of each state, District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. This new site is a one-stop hub of critical information for restaurants, employees, customers and industry partners.

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ChowNow

MARCH 20, 2025

Marketing campaigns run, money is spent, and yet its unclear whether those efforts are actually driving more orders or just draining the budget. Restaurants can adjust staffing levels based on real demand, identify their most profitable menu items, and put marketing dollars behind what actually drives revenue.

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7 Shifts

AUGUST 12, 2020

So far, 2020 has thrown marketing plans, advertising budgets, and restaurant growth out of the window. But as restaurants reopen and business starts to pick up again, it’s important you pick up your marketing plan too. Their business is built on the power of word of mouth—one of, if not the most useful marketing tools in the book.

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ChowNow

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

These middleman platforms with millions of users lure restaurateurs with promises of big sales and countless new customers. Even those with their own restaurant ordering system may list their restaurant on one or more delivery apps to tap into large user bases and strong brand recognition. Plus, they’ll avoid extra service fees.

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SpotOn

DECEMBER 27, 2024

You don't need a scientific study to know that a complimentary bread basket or coffee on the house becomes something greater than the sum of its parts. Loyalty programs offer a rare win-win for restaurant operators and guests alike. Like most facets of the industry, restaurant loyalty is easier said than done.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 17, 2020

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features consumers' dining desires, the power of personalization and the untapped opportunity in localized marketing. COVID-19 Consumer Dining Trends. Diners are looking for reassurance on cleaning procedures and technology to reduce contact with servers.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 20, 2020

Feed the Front Line. ezCater launched Feed the Front Line , a program that helps anyone contribute meals to healthcare workers fighting coronavirus. In just over a week, the program has already sent more than 20,000 meals to 145 hospitals across the country. This edition of MRM News Bites features ezCater, S?mrus,

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QSR Automations

JANUARY 16, 2025

Provide s multiple ways for guests to book a reservation: In house On your website Via a third-party partner Using a browser widget Create s custom availability plans for events (concerts, ball games, parades , etc. ) Reporting and Analytics Data is king; ConnectSmart Host helps you make the most of your front-and-back-of-house data.

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7 Shifts

JULY 12, 2024

Semi-variable costs Semi-variable costs have both fixed and variable components, such as maintenance, repairs, and marketing expenses. As for marketing, focus on cost-effective strategies such as social media and email marketing. Reduce your bills by opting for energy-efficient appliances and lighting.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 2, 2020

Restaurant employees can apply online to receive a one-time, $500 check to use toward bills, including housing, transportation, utilities, childcare, groceries, medical bills and/or student loans. The Foundation will administer the grants, offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Live in the U.S., an overseas U.S. state or territory.

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The Rail

MARCH 21, 2023

They help with everything from always have an updated menu, to faster service, to direct in-house marketing, and even less stressful staff! QR codes in menu stands can also be used to promote specials, deals, and events, providing an additional marketing opportunity for restaurants.

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EATER

JUNE 26, 2020

I found a lot of loyalty in the team we were able to build here,” she says. Many small, independent spots don’t yet have enough work to bring back their employees, particularly those in front-of-house positions. She knows that other, fully reopened restaurants might end up offering them the jobs she cannot. “I

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 27, 2020

Aramark examined front and back of house processes to establish tailored playbooks for all of its businesses and market segments, leveraging innovative solutions, new service methods, and rigorous safety protocols. . Takeout For Good. Aramark Creates Safety Plans.

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7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

The app is useful for both your front- and back-of-house staff, allowing them to check upcoming shifts, submit availability, request shift trades, and more. Apple | Android Team Communication The Team Communication tool from 7shifts fixes the chaos of disconnected conversations, text threads, and email chains that seem to go nowhere.

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7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

The app is useful for both your front- and back-of-house staff, allowing them to check upcoming shifts, submit availability, request shift trades, and more. Apple | Android Team Communication The Team Communication tool from 7shifts fixes the chaos of disconnected conversations, text threads, and email chains that seem to go nowhere.

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Goliath Consulting

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

According to Toast , they should offer expertise in “restaurant concepts, operations, staffing, menu development, financial planning, design, marketing, and more.” According to Toast , they should offer expertise in “restaurant concepts, operations, staffing, menu development, financial planning, design, marketing, and more.”

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7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

They're people leaders, customer service providers, line cooks, inventory managers, occasional bartenders, public relations reps, number crunchers, and even marketers. You need to put yourself in front of diners, get them in your door, and turn them into ambassadors of your restaurant that come back and tell their friends about you.

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7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Better team communication: Say goodbye to endless text threads, email chains, and whatever other inefficient methods your team uses to negotiate schedules. Restaurant technology is no longer a nice-to-have: it’s an absolute necessity for building a modern, resilient restaurant that can become and stay competitive.

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SpotOn

JUNE 17, 2025

95% of restaurant operators say guests are more value-conscious, while 61% of customers say loyalty offerings are an important when choosing a restaurant for delivery. 95% of restaurant operators say guests are more value-conscious, while 61% of customers say loyalty offerings are an important when choosing a restaurant for delivery.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 12, 2020

Since its inception in mid-March, more than 500 restaurants around the world have joined the program and are reporting sales ranging from several thousand dollars to up to $60,000. "The program is inventive and very attractive to our guests." "The program is inventive and very attractive to our guests."

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Lavu

JUNE 30, 2025

From the front-of-house to the kitchen, modern POS solutions reduce manual errors, improve staff productivity, and enhance the customer experience. Increases Sales: Mobile POS devices speed up table turnover by 20%, while loyalty programs increase ticket sizes by 46%. Want to know more?

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7 Shifts

JANUARY 7, 2021

As restaurants reopen and business starts to pick up again, it’s important you pick up your marketing plan, too. To help, we’ve created the ultimate restaurant marketing guide, covering strategy, creative, branding, marketing channels, paid and unpaid advertising, and so much more. So, where do you start?

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Sling

MAY 9, 2021

One of the best ways to keep customers coming back to sample your fare is to implement restaurant loyalty programs into your workflow. In this article, the restaurant-management experts at Sling discuss some of the best ideas and give you tips for making your restaurant loyalty program great. What Is Customer Loyalty?

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Open for Business

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Streamline the front of house. Run a smooth back of house. Streamline the front of house. Keeping front-of-house activities humming like a well-oiled machine is important for every restaurant. Better yet, it can send email and text confirmations without restaurant staff ever picking up the phone.

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7 Shifts

MARCH 10, 2022

The app is also useful for your front and back end staff, giving them the ability to check upcoming shifts, submit availability, request shift trades, and more. The team communication tool from 7shifts solves for the ranging conversations, text threads, and email chains that seem to go nowhere. Top Restaurant Management Apps.

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SpotOn

MARCH 5, 2024

Designed to streamline the restaurant marketing process, SpotOn Marketing Assist is the first product of its kind to empower restaurants to drive guest visits and boost sales while eliminating the time and resources needed for self-serve marketing tools. 

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SpotOn

MARCH 12, 2024

Gigi Cohen is the Director of Marketing for MDP Restaurant Group. In her role, Cohen sets the restaurant marketing strategy, develops social media ads, and tracks the success of their online advertising and email marketing. The rest of our restaurants are in food courts, requiring different marketing strategies.

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BNG Point of Sale

APRIL 22, 2020

Mobile POS systems make it easy for you to take payments directly from the table, eliminating the need for long lines at the front desk, crowding your entryway, and interfering with seating new guests. Own a restaurant that requires a mobile point of sale system?

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