Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 30, 2025

Even with these enhancements in service quality, consumers still value having a real employee on the other end providing services. Tech’s impact on tipping: 56 percent of all respondents would reportedly not tip an AI system, while 22 percent would either tip or at least consider tipping, depending on the service.

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7 Shifts

JANUARY 23, 2024

It’s the key to creating a consistent experience every day, week, and month of the year — the essential structure for the restaurant’s operations. Effective employee scheduling means finding the right mix of shifts and shift types for your business. Table of Contents: What makes a great employee schedule?

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Lavu

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

POS integrations simplify restaurant operations by automating tasks, reducing errors, and improving customer service. Revolutionize Your Restaurant Operations: In-depth Overview of POS Systems Why POS Integrations Matter for Restaurants Running a restaurant involves juggling a lot of moving parts.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 3, 2023

A Return to Normal The National Restaurant Association released its 2023 State of the Restaurant Industry report, which examines key factors impacting the industry including the current state of the economy, operations, workforce, and food and menu trends to forecast sales and market trends for the year ahead.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 8, 2024

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry experts for their views on what trends and challenges owners and operators can expect to see in 2024. During peak seasons, considering outsourcing certain services becomes a practical solution to ensure seamless operations. Read the first part, here.

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Lavu

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Payroll automation solves these issues by streamlining tasks like tracking hours, distributing tips, and ensuring compliance with labor laws. Here’s why it matters and how to get started: Key Benefits : Automatically tracks hours, tips, and shifts. Integrates with POS systems for seamless operations.

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7 Shifts

AUGUST 27, 2020

The words ‘employee handbook’ are enough to make any new hire quiver. Having to spend a shift—or even worse, your after-hours—reading through an employee handbook will sap the fun out of any new restaurant job. The introduction to your restaurant employee handbook Think of your employee handbook as a welcome to your restaurant.

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Lavu

MARCH 13, 2025

Handling fluctuating hours, tip tracking, and compliance can be complex, but Lavu Payroll offers a cost-effective solution. Reduce errors, save money, and streamline operations with our easy-to-use payroll system designed for restaurants. POS Integration : Sync hours and tips directly from your POS system.

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Lavu

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Using a POS system simplifies payroll by automating time tracking, tip management, and wage calculations, while integrating with accounting tools like QuickBooks ensures compliance and accuracy. Tip Management : Calculates and distributes tips fairly. Set pay schedules that fit your business operations.

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7 Shifts

AUGUST 18, 2024

The upcoming section details these costs across two categories: restaurant startup costs and operating costs. Cost of goods sold is the raw material cost of your beverages and food, and labor cost includes actual labor, employee benefits, payroll taxes, healthcare, and bonuses.

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7 Shifts

DECEMBER 13, 2023

California has some of the strongest, most employee-friendly tip laws in the country. Some of them even reverse the standard rule or pattern, threatening to catch multi-state operators by surprise. It’s also more generous to employees on several points. Deduct any amount from an employee's wages due to tips received.

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7 Shifts

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Massachusetts has a unique mix of labor laws and employee protections that apply to restaurants in the state. Between their relatively high minimum wage and tip credit, wide-ranging state law on tips, and detailed guidelines on employing minors, it can be hard for restaurants to navigate.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

The Hospitality Recovery Coalition includes DISCUS, the American Distilled Spirits Alliance (ADSA), the Council of State Restaurant Associations (CSRA), the National Restaurant Association and TIPs. The study also found that 8 million employees were laid off or furloughed during the height of the pandemic.

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7 Shifts

AUGUST 2, 2023

So, you've decided to implement a digital tip payout solution in your business—congratulations! Make sure to consider these key factors from both the administrative and employee perspective: Pricing: Consider whether the platform charges a flat fee (monthly or annual), a percentage of tips, or a combination of both.

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Lavu

MAY 23, 2025

As you meet with different food distribution companies, consider what products you want to carry and how you will track them. Related: The Essential Guide to Restaurant Inventory Management Software 3. Related: 8 Factors to Consider When Choosing a Restaurant POS System 4. This information can drive your business plan.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 21, 2023

Because restaurants and bars can accumulate a large amount of cash during daily operations, they are attractive targets for criminal activity. Here are five crime prevention tips and measures to deter criminal activity and reduce your business’ liabilities. Invest in a drop safe and keep cash in the registers to a minimum.

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7 Shifts

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Tip laws differ from national standards in some areas, and staying on top of potential changes as bills make their way through the legislative process takes time and energy. But other changes are coming soon that will likely affect every restaurant and restaurant group operating in the state. Who is considered a tipped worker?

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7 Shifts

DECEMBER 13, 2023

California has some of the strongest, most employee-friendly tip laws in the country. Some of them even reverse the standard rule or pattern, threatening to catch multi-state operators by surprise. It’s also more generous to employees on several points. Deduct any amount from an employee's wages due to tips received.

Restaurant Law 195

Restaurant Law Tip Distribution Employee Relations Customer Service 195

7 Shifts

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Massachusetts has a unique mix of labor laws and employee protections that apply to restaurants in the state. Between their relatively high minimum wage and tip credit, wide-ranging state law on tips, and detailed guidelines on employing minors, it can be hard for restaurants to navigate.

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7 Shifts

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Massachusetts has a unique mix of labor laws and employee protections that apply to restaurants in the state. Between their relatively high minimum wage and tip credit, wide-ranging state law on tips, and detailed guidelines on employing minors, it can be hard for restaurants to navigate.

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Rocket Fuel

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

The final quarter is traditionally a slower time for quick service restaurants (QSRs), but operators can use this time to streamline operations, align payroll practices, and enhance their culture. Reaching every employee can be a logistical challenge. Many operators start this process in September, but this isn’t required.

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7 Shifts

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Tip laws differ from national standards in some areas, and staying on top of potential changes as bills make their way through the legislative process takes time and energy. But other changes are coming soon that will likely affect every restaurant and restaurant group operating in the state. Who is considered a tipped worker?

Tip Distribution 195

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7 Shifts

JANUARY 23, 2024

It’s the key to creating a consistent experience every day, week, and month of the year — the essential structure for the restaurant’s operations. Effective employee scheduling means finding the right mix of shifts and shift types for your business. Table of Contents: What makes a great employee schedule?

Restaurant Law 195

Restaurant Law Employee Relations Tip Distribution Front of House 195

7 Shifts

JANUARY 5, 2024

These New York-specific laws include mandatory service charges, tip credits, tip pooling, and the minimum wage. The basics of tip laws in New York New York agrees with federal law on the definition of a tip. Any money a customer leaves voluntarily above the ticket price (including tax) is a tip or gratuity.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 21, 2022

This will enable brands to better manage off-premises orders and balance their hybrid operating models. Operations will continue to be simplified despite digital experiences expansion. End-to-end payment processing removes complexity and PCI compliance demands for operators.

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7 Shifts

JANUARY 5, 2024

These New York-specific laws include mandatory service charges, tip credits, tip pooling, and the minimum wage. Table of Contents The basics of tip laws in New York What is minimum wage for tipped employees in New York? Who is considered a tipped worker in New York?

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Paper Chase Accountancy

JUNE 2, 2025

Is it not a paradox that in the bustling world of restaurants, where every cent counts, the handling of tips often falls through the cracks? While a seemingly small detail, the proper management of tips can significantly impact a restaurant’s financial health and its employees’ satisfaction.

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Lavu

JUNE 6, 2025

With rising ingredient prices, labor shortages, and tighter margins, operators must find strategic ways to reduce restaurant costs without compromising quality or customer experience. Whether you want to lower your costs, increase profitability, or run a more efficient operation, these ideas can help you reach your financial goals.

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Paper Chase Accountancy

MAY 22, 2025

Effective management of payroll, tips, and labor costs contributes significantly to cost optimization in the restaurant industry. A restaurant accountant uses this method to provide precise hospitality accounting, ensuring that a restaurant operates within its budget while maximizing profitability.

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Hot Schedules

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

Leading up to this, its pivotal that operators navigate global supply chain disruptions to continue enticing potential diners with a killer offering. With the very food and beverages your restaurant relies upon to operate no longer assured, knowing who to trust and what to expect over the coming months becomes essential. Related Posts.

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Sling

APRIL 5, 2021

In this article, the experts at Sling share 12 tips to help you keep your employees motivated, engaged, and productive. Tips For Improving Motivation In The Workplace. Which do you give your employees? This gives your employees the freedom to work when their motivation is at its highest. 8) Reward Great Work.

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Next Restaurants

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Let’s explore some top tips for attracting a new clientele of travelers and holiday-makers. Leverage Local and Travel-Related Keywords This modern world is all about search engine optimization (SEO) and using phrases that tourists will typically search for to get you the most “hits.”

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Perfect Daily Grind

MAY 13, 2022

Scooter’s Coffee opens second distribution centre in Omaha, Nebraska. DMCC and international investment holding company UVentures will develop and operate the facility in Cartagena de Indias, Colombia, which will trade a number of goods (including coffee). La Marzocco launches new Legacy Linea Mini.

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Cheetah

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Understandably they choose the less physically demanding, more controlled environments this makes filling third shift employees and delivery drivers incredibly difficult. this results in severe bottleneck at every stage in the distribution process. Cheetah Tip. The labor shortage is only making things worse.

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Paper Chase Accountancy

MAY 21, 2025

Hotels, restaurants, and sprawling F&B groups operate within a unique financial landscape, demanding far more than generic bookkeeping. Discover how Paperchase seamlessly integrates operational efficiency with strategic financial planning. Learn more about our Accounting Services !

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Sling

MARCH 26, 2022

Employee retention should be high on every manager’s priority list. If it’s not, you run the risk of your best employees leaving for greener pastures. But an employee leaving doesn’t just impact you, the manager. And then there’s the inevitable effect all that stress has on employee productivity and engagement.

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Sling

OCTOBER 21, 2019

As a business manager , you have a lot of responsibilities: plan projects, create and execute marketing, coordinate deliveries, organize employees, and ensure the smooth operation of your company. Without a doubt, one of the more difficult management tasks is scheduling your employees. For one thing, it’s not easy to distribute.

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