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After a Year of COVID-19, Restaurants Are Ready for a Reboot

Modern Restaurant Management

Restaurant owners were forced to grapple with a question they may have never thought they would have asked themselves pre-pandemic: “Will my business survive?” As vaccination rollouts continue and business restrictions lessen, a resurgence in patronage will likely begin. ” One year into the COVID-19 pandemic, the U.S.

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How Advanced Technology Can Foster a Fair Environment Amid New Tipping Regulations

Modern Restaurant Management

The regulations, which are set to become law in April, will eliminate the “80/20” rule that previously mandated employees earning a tipped minimum wage could only spend 20 percent of their shift performing non-tipped tasks. per hour when you can schedule one dishwasher, and require front-house employees (on the tipped $2.13

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Liquor Licensing 101 for Restaurants in Recovery

Modern Restaurant Management

As restaurants hire new employees, they are finding it more difficult to come across experienced workers who can also train other team members. Here I will walk through actionable tips to help you train employees and understand the basics of liquor licensing as your restaurant bounces back: Renewing Your Liquor License.

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The State of New York Restaurants in 2020

7 Shifts

According to 7shifts’ Restaurant Data Hub , New York restaurant sales recovery has been slower than the overall United States (and Canadian) average. Rent is the only thing that’s a constant burden on the business. The program ultimately supported 95 restaurants and 1,000 workers in the industry.

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MRM Research Roundup: Top F&B Trends to Watch

Modern Restaurant Management

2023 Trends at a Glance Persistent Planners : When life gets busy, DoorDash’s schedule ahead feature makes it even easier to check everything off your list and ensure it arrives right when you need it. Some customers have the gift of foresight, using DoubleDash to add on recovery (or hair of the dog) essentials from nearby stores.

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11 Restaurant Management Best Practices to Maximize Your Performance in 2021

Restaurant365

The events of this year made running a lean, streamlined restaurant business a necessity to survive the many shifts. As 2021 begins, there are many restaurant management best practices that can be applied to strengthen your business, in the short and long term. Focus on attracting, hiring and retaining the right employees.

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MRM Research Roundup: 2022 Restaurant Trends

Modern Restaurant Management

This edition of MRM Research Roundup features evolving guest relationships, views on restauarant tech, employee desires and wedding trends. There was a subsequent recovery of +10 percent in the week to January 1 vs December 25. ” What Restaurant Employees Want at Work. Employees want schedule flexibility.

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