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2024 Outlook: Restaurant Trends and Challenges, Part Three

Modern Restaurant Management

This capability can prove invaluable for refining pricing strategies, optimising ingredient and waste management, and planning forthcoming shifts, among other benefits. Prioritising employee well-being, mental health, and job satisfaction is also essential in curbing turnover and cultivating a content and dedicated workforce.

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How To Start A Waste-Free Restaurant In The USA

The Restaurant Times

Globally, food waste generates 4.4 This is one of the reasons why food waste has been gaining momentum over the past few years. In the US, food waste and related packaging account for almost 45% of the material that goes into landfills. Step-by-step Guide For Starting A Waste-Free Restaurant In The US.

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Amid Influx of New Employees, Restaurants Must Build and Reinforce Brand Excellence

Modern Restaurant Management

Fewer employees have carried the burden of prepping, cooking, and serving food while working to keep guests safe. This influx of new employees means that restaurant brands will need to build (and reinforce) cultures of excellence. Leverage new employees’ tech expertise. Reduce employee turnover.

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How Restaurant Operators Can Harness the Power of POS Data Analytics

Modern Restaurant Management

Streamlining Inventory and Menu Studies show that restaurants waste an average of four percent to 10 percent of all the inventory they purchase. By delving into order histories and discerning customer preferences, operators can devise targeted loyalty initiatives or discounts.

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2023 Outlook: Trends and Challenges Restaurants Will See, Part Two

Modern Restaurant Management

We will continue to evaluate tech solutions and find what best enhances the Fogo experience for both our guests and employees. In 2023, we can anticipate businesses really focusing in on value and doing what they can to attract and retain both employees and guests. – Barry McGowan, CEO, Fogo de Chão.

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93 Restaurant Industry Statistics Every Food Service Operator Needs to Know in 2024

Apicbase

It is estimated that the US food service sector wasted 13 million tons of food in 2022, up from 9.15 85% of operators use POS data to engage with customers via text or email, while 60% use it for their loyalty programs. It is estimated that the US food service sector wasted 13 million tons of food in 2022, up from 9.15

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How to Increase Profitability by Building Customer Retention

Restaurant365

Building a customer retention program is important for improving the lifetime value of current customers, which can make up a large portion of your restaurant’s revenue. And as an added bonus, customer loyalty helps bring in new customers since happy customers are more likely to recommend your product or service to others. Conclusion.