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On the Road to Relief: Restaurant Trends and Opportunities to Watch

Modern Restaurant Management

They’re using that information for myriad purposes—from effectively managing inventory to launching new menu items. The goal is to create an even faster, more frictionless experience while freeing up employees to focus on important duties, like fresh food preparation. Coffee in 2023. Data from the U.S.

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Restaurant Recruiting During and After COVID-19

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According to data from 350,000+ restaurants that use 7shifts, while overall shifts being scheduled are still sitting 24% below pre-COVID levels, shifts for delivery-related roles have increased 38%. When hiring restaurant employees, it’s also important to find staff that will take these measures seriously.

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Survey Says: Restaurateurs Are Making Expansion Plans

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To delve more into the results, Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine reached out to Matt Zibell, VP Technology at TouchBistro. I think I was most surprised by the fact that 72 percent of FSR operators said they had a dedicated website – I thought this would be higher. What results did you find surprising and why?

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How to Open a Coffee Shop: The Ultimate Guide

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From the most popular preparation methods to the most coffee-consumed time of day, this information will help you build a coffee shop perfect for them. So, make the most of this step– gathering this information will help you plan, operate, and run a successful coffee shop. You'll want to learn everything about their coffee preferences.

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Is Your Ghost Kitchen Haunted by Food Safety Breaches?

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The restaurant industry is still dealing with pandemic-related issues, including supply chain disruptions, new COVID variants and surging cases, labor shortages, rising prices, and a shift in consumer demand. Make food safety and customer reassurance a priority to create a brand that customers (and employees) trust and support.

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Cost Cutting Ideas for Restaurants: Increase Restaurant Efficiency & Reduce Costs With These New Technologies

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They include: Labor management software Order management software Inventory management software Guest engagement software Contactless, mobile payment processors 5 Tools to Use to Increase Operational Efficiency in Restaurants Did you know that 48% of restaurants use three or more tech vendors?

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7 Tips for Hospitality Marketing During COVID-19

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Then, watch market trends related to your industry and your destination. With this information in hand, you might be able to predict what’s coming next. Consider Your Employees. With so many employees out of work, now would be the perfect time to reward their loyalty. Focus on Direct Perks. Putting it All Together.