Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 12, 2022

This edition of MRM Research Roundup features evolving guest relationships, views on restauarant tech, employee desires and wedding trends. But despite these concerns, 46 percent of people noted they will eat out daily to several times a week in coming months and showed a growing loyalty to their favorite brands. Key Takeaways.

2022 539

2022 Mobile Ordering Guest Recovery Point of Sale 539

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 5, 2020

TouchBistro acquired Boston-based TableUp, a provider of loyalty and marketing solutions for the restaurant industry. and will enable TouchBistro to fully integrate customer loyalty and guest marketing into its all-in-one point-of-sale (POS) and restaurant management platform. TouchBistro Acquires TableUp.

Food Safety 527

Food Safety Mobile Ordering Online Ordering Kitchen Safety 527

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

In a survey of 4,079 small business owners conducted from 8/15 to 9/13/21, 66 percent reported having a "very difficult" time finding the right employees to fill open roles, many of which are necessary to help them drive revenue and rebound. In July, 47 percent couldn't hire enough employees. Dining Trends in Canada.

2021 447

2021 Retail Online Ordering Loyalty Program 447

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 15, 2020

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features the dismal March restaurant sales, security, loyalty, trends and teen consumer behaviors. The top factor influencing the choice to buy alcoholic drinks with take out/delivery relates to ease and safety. Emotional Connection and Loyalty.

2020 491

2020 Point of Sale Fast Casual Online Ordering 491

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 27, 2020

“While cafes, dining halls, cafeterias, and concessions stands may look a little different, I am confident that they will feel and be safe for our employees and everyone we serve,” said John Zillmer, Aramark’s CEO. Requiring appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) for employees, including gloves and masks.

Food Safety 441

Food Safety Kitchen Safety Mobile Ordering Guest Recovery 441

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 1, 2020

Respondents across all countries said their top food-related concerns were: safety and hygiene, access to healthy foods, and nutrition. The vast majority of those surveyed want restaurants to have employees wear face masks and encourage social distancing. Restaurant Industry Consumer Perspectives. In the U.K.,

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2020 Food Safety Fast Casual Guest Recovery 479

7 Shifts

JULY 16, 2021

A common way for coffee shops to get financed is through business loan programs. Planned marketing strategies: Will you have a loyalty program? List all employees and partners. This government-issued license varies in cost but is typically a requirement in the U.S. Business loan. Find an angel investor.

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License Hiring Equipment Small Business 459

7 Shifts

MARCH 27, 2020

Can you give dine-in related employees other tasks to do that will benefit your business and ensure that they don’t lose their income? You can point your restaurant staff towards monetary relief programs offered by the government and other organizations to help them stay afloat if your business closes.

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Social Media Restaurant Law Employee Relations Communication 312

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

The National Labor Relations Board will issue its final rule tomorrow, February 26, governing joint-employer status under the National Labor Relations Act. NLRB Issues Joint-Employer Ruling. ” The NLRB issued an NPRM concerning joint-employer status under the NLRA on September 13, 2018.

Mobile Ordering 348

Mobile Ordering Front of House Customer Experience Back of House 348

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 16, 2019

Finding and retaining employees remain among the biggest obstacles operators struggle with. Additionally, turnover rates for restaurant employees and managers continue to be at all-time highs. It seems the industry has reached its ceiling in terms of hourly employee turnover and is now moderating. Go with a Restaurant Gift Card.

2019 322

2019 Compost Mobile Ordering Online Ordering 322

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 16, 2020

percent from unusually high numbers a year ago related to U.S. “Soap and water, used as per the evidence-based recommendations of the Centers for Disease Control and other government agencies, will help reduce the spread of flu and other illnesses in the home and work place.” ports covered by Global Port Tracker handled 1.82

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Mobile Ordering Online Ordering Point of Sale POS 306

Restaurant365

DECEMBER 17, 2019

Recurring restaurant costs would include costs like lease or mortgage payments, employee salaries, food and beverage costs, utilities, insurance and permits. In addition, prioritizing training and retaining employees will not only save you money on recruiting costs, it will also help ensure better customer service. Hidden Costs.

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Point of Sale License Insurance Employee Relations 120

The Restaurant Times

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Some of the common permits required are: Employee Identification Number (EIN). It allows you to sell alcoholic beverages and governs the type of alcohol you can sell and how long during the day. Create a loyalty program and reward the regular customers for their support. Liquor License. Food Service License.

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Bar License Loyalty Program Kitchen Safety 52

Apicbase

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

85% of operators use POS data to engage with customers via text or email, while 60% use it for their loyalty programs. Restaurant365 , 2024) Government data confirms that restaurant menu inflation is slowing down. Square , 2024) 38.50% of operators plan to invest more in loyalty programs and marketing platforms.

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2024 Operations 2023 Loyalty Program 52

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 19, 2020

The role of many employees may evolve from manual tasks to more human interaction. The ability to mine customer data and distill insights that drive loyalty, and perhaps more importantly trust, will become necessary as we emerge from the pandemic. The future of restaurants will be governed by such machines and more.

Kitchen Safety 567

Kitchen Safety Food Safety Loyalty Program Social Media 567

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 7, 2020

Small Business Administration and Treasury Department released detailed loan-level data regarding the loans made under the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). “We are particularly pleased that 27 percent of the program’s reach in low and moderate income communities which is in proportion to percentage of population in these areas.

Mobile Ordering 481

Mobile Ordering Restaurant Law Seating Customer Service 481

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 19, 2020

Did not reduce the salaries or wages of their employees by more than 25 percent, and did not reduce the number or hours of their employees; OR. Did not reduce the salaries or wages of their employees by more than 25 percent, and did not reduce the number or hours of their employees; OR. Relish by ezCater.

Food Safety 362

Food Safety Website Management Customer Experience Employee Relations 362

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 21, 2020

The bakery, which distributes to grocery stores nationwide, is now built to better accommodate both customer and consumer needs while continuing to put the safety of employees and customers first. We’ve also noticed the increased importance of loyalty programs at times like this. Shyam Rao, CEO and Cofounder, Punchh.

2020 493

2020 Kitchen Safety Food Safety Loyalty Program 493

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 31, 2020

voted Republican in 2016 – North Dakota, South Dakota, Wyoming, and Alaska – with services sectors and several food-related economic growth trended blue — Washington D.C., “Simultaneously some states are seeking to expand the definition of ‘employee’ to include a broader worker-base. points in 2018.

2020 480

2020 Loyalty Program 2019 Point of Sale 480

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 4, 2021

Consumers ranked local chains as their second most desired type of apps and loyalty programs. Must haves for local chain restaurant apps include easy ordering (66 percent), easy payment (61 percent), loyalty/rewards points (52 percent), and coupons and/or deals (52 percent). Loyalty programs yield repeat business.

2021 426

2021 Fast Casual Mobile Ordering Social Media 426

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 27, 2020

Interest for alcohol-related experiences has increased since June 1, relative to other food activities, with a rise in consumer interest for wineries (up 51 percent), cideries (up 39 percent), breweries (up 24 percent) and distilleries (up 19 percent). Meanwhile, grocery related businesses are on the decline as people spend less time at home.

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Franchise Franchising Mobile Ordering Kitchen Safety 443

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 16, 2021

The second quarter of this year reflects a period during which state and local governments lifted pandemic restrictions, restaurants reopened, people got vaccinated, and consumers used restaurants more than they did throughout the pandemic, reports The NPD Group. The State of the Restaurant Industry. percent, compared with 3.1 Dinova Inc.,

2021 450

2021 Guest Recovery 2019 Point of Sale 450

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 30, 2020

Government help is expected, but in the current crisis, it’s clear that what restaurants really need, above all else, is customers and revenue. Independently owned restaurants face a much tougher road, although they may inspire stronger local customer loyalty. Innovative loyalty programs should also be considered.

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Loyalty Program Email Marketing Online Ordering Employee Relations 542

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

TEAM Schostak Family Celebrates Anniversary and Employees. TEAM Schostak Family Restaurants (TSFR) is celebrating its 40th anniversary along with the anniversaries of employees that have been with the company for 20 years or more. The Awards are one of these programs.” ” said Dawn Padmore, VP of Awards.

Food 433

Food Tip Distribution Guest Recovery Food Safety 433

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 20, 2021

The most popular COVID-related safety offerings people look for when booking a venue included outdoor spaces (47 percent) and socially-distanced floor plans (40 percent). governing authorities, to get the COVID-19 global pandemic under control, restricted on-premises dining at roughly 70 percent of all U.S. In mid-March 2020, U.S.

2021 473

2021 Online Ordering Mobile Ordering Guest Recovery 473

Sling

JUNE 19, 2023

You’ll experience firsthand what it takes to keep a bar going and gain valuable experience in basic business practices, like: Customer service Employee development Marketing Payroll Inventory Scheduling Becoming a better manager You can then transfer the lessons you learn working for someone else to your own unique venture.

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Bar Employee Relations Equipment Advertising 78

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 31, 2019

Labor issues will continue to bring challenges in 2020, but these challenges will offer restaurants the opportunity for a continued and relentless focus on creating rewarding environments for employees. The ongoing labor shortage is leaving employers struggling to hire and maintain employees while also being pressured to increase wages.

2020 346

2020 Kitchen Safety Consumer Goods Food Safety 346

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 29, 2020

. “Core to our founding mission is a commitment to providing multiple solutions for restaurants to come online in a way that makes sense for their business, and this new program is another way restaurants can adapt to the new normal. Simon was an avid hunter and sportsman, but his greatest joy was his family.

Online Ordering 359

Online Ordering Customer Service Food Order Seasonal Menu 359

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

Not only does complete ownership of the ordering and delivery experience help to maintain control of the brand, it also gives the restaurant direct access to customer marketing and data to inform digital and loyalty programs. Now seven months later, governments are readjusting—reusable bags are again permitted.

2020 553

2020 Mobile Ordering Hotels Food Safety 553

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 8, 2020

7010 – Paycheck Protection Program (PP) Flexibility Act of 2020 which extends provisions of the act to give more time to both use and pay back the funds. In this edition of MRM News Bites, we feature the latest on PPP loans and newest tech and products to help restaurants on the road to recovery. PPP Goes Flexible.

Guest Recovery 386

Guest Recovery Food Safety Employee Relations Mobile Ordering 386

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 5, 2020

The new Yelp for Business will feature COVID-19 related content and prompts intended to help business owners communicate effectively with consumers and tips to weather the storm. Touchless payments and loyalty tie NFC payments to loyalty programs with a single tap and are part of our deep integrations with Google Wallet and Apple Pay.

Guest Recovery 305

Guest Recovery Food Safety Loyalty Program Point of Sale 305

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 15, 2019

Arguably, the two biggest headwinds faced by restaurants today are declining traffic and keeping restaurants staffed with enough qualified employees. Turnover for hourly, non-management employees increased again during August and remains at historically high levels according to People Report. Staffing woes are expected to continue.

2019 211

2019 Point of Sale Small Business Consumer Goods 211

EATER

JULY 22, 2021

And that was before the fall and winter surges, which resulted in an exponential rise in virus-related hospitalizations and deaths , followed by new rounds of closures and restrictions. A to-go terrine exemplifies the expansion of Reverence’s takeout program throughout the pandemic. shed nearly 4 million industry jobs out of 15.6

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Fine Dining Back of House Dine-in Front of House 313

EATER

APRIL 1, 2022

It brought “the third place” into our everyday consciousness, which made working on your laptop from a coffee shop nearly as normal as sitting in an office, and it’s credited with making brand-loyalty apps and online mobile ordering a thing across quick-service restaurants.

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Employee Relations Loyalty Program Restaurant Law Hospitality 246