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MRM Research Roundup: Destination Dining, Voice Commerce, and the Force of Fast Food

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Even with these enhancements in service quality, consumers still value having a real employee on the other end providing services. Also, keeping employees in a high-turnover business continues to be difficult, with QSRs requiring competitive wages and benefits to secure employees.

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Hungry for Growth: The Restaurant Industry in 2022

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Several other pandemic-related trends will continue into 2022 and beyond, and new trends will also emerge. In addition, 75 percent of restaurant operators say recruiting employees was their top challenge, the highest level ever recorded. Here's a summary of what to expect and what restaurants can do to stay ahead.

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Work Smart, Play Smart

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La Vida Hospitality believes in working as smart as you play, and encourages employees to Enjoy The Ride, a tried-and-true mantra for our approach to the work-life balance. We strive to empower our employees by coaching them for long-term success. How We Roll needs to be front of mind, not just a buzzy chart on the wall.

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State of the Industry and More Restaurant Research

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" Pandemic Pivots Become Permanent The temporary "pivots" developed during the pandemic — expanded delivery services, outdoor dining options, to-go alcohol offerings, and investments in technology — are the foundation of the industry's "new normal." million by 2030. million by 2030. out of 100.

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MRM Franchise Feed: Currying Up Favor and Committed Taco

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Taco Bell will be offering paid sick time for all corporate-owned restaurant employees, plans to test a $100,000 salary for managers of company-owned restaurants in select markets, and will continue to champion easy and accessible vegetarian options around the world. "It's Taco Bell Sustainable Packaging.

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MRM People & Places: Maki Madness and Pancakes for Life

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in early April, featuring an eclectic collection of 10 artisanal food stalls in addition to Denver-based Sonder Coffee and Tea and the signature indoor/outdoor 40-foot Junction Bar. The signature 40-foot Junction Bar will open onto a vast 4,000-square-foot outdoor space, which will fit up to 140 guests. Colorado Blvd.

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8 Ways CFOs Can Help Restaurant Groups Through the Restaurant Reopening/Recovery

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However, many CFOs are still facing uncertainty, particularly from pandemic-related complications that are still challenging operations and restaurant profitability. Changes in restaurant layout to maximize outdoor space, plus adding temperature controls. Use of automation and self-service for both in-store ordering and drive-thrus.