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January/February 2021 Legal Update

Modern Restaurant Management

SB-314 would make expanded outdoor seating permanent. FDA Announces 2024 Compliance Date for Food Labeling Regulations : On January 4, the Food and Drug Administration announced that it would set January 1, 2024 as the uniform compliance date for final food labeling regulations that are issued in calendar years 2021 and 2022.

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A Decidedly Un-Rockwellian Thanksgiving

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Turkey just isn’t as succulent as chicken or duck, and what is the deal with the textural uniformity of casseroles, pumpkin pie, and stuffing?” If you’re having a socially distant, outdoor gathering with other people, do the opposite — portion everything into individually sized vessels to avoid cross-contamination.

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How to Boost Teamwork in Your Restaurant

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What’s fun for an owner or manager might be less so for an employee, and the last thing you should want is for resentment to grow among your staff. All employees, whether front- or back-of-house, should be clear on the long-term goals of your business. Clarify Employee Individual Roles. Specify Long-Term Company Goals.

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8 Step Guide to Creating the Perfect Restaurant Business Plan

The Restaurant Times

It also outlines details regarding the concept, cuisines to be offered, number of employees, etc. Furthermore, this section should also consist of other related information which is vital to the business like: Type of service and layout: You need to mention what kind of service you intend to offer. What does your business aim for?

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

Modern Restaurant Management

"As we’ve witnessed over the past year, employees will continue to be selective when it comes to their job and gravitate towards companies that prioritize creating a positive company culture, including implementing initiatives that make their jobs more doable and enjoyable. ” We’ll see an increased focus on music (e.g.,

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Ghost Kitchen Franchise and Pandemic Resources

Modern Restaurant Management

In mid-to-late March , Yelp reported a swift and uniform drop in consumer activity across the nation. Meanwhile, grocery related businesses are on the decline as people spend less time at home. ” Increased Consumer Activity in May Correlates with Increased COVID-19 Cases in June.

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A Guide to All the Restaurant Safety Guides

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Ventilation should be increased to bring in more outdoor air, and stove hoods should be regularly cleaned and disinfected. Deliveries from vendors should be staggered, delivery personnel should notify the kitchen when they arrive rather than entering the facility, and disposable face coverings should be provided to anyone without one.