Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 8, 2020

.” Rejection is always expected when new ideas are shared, but when we looked around the restaurant we saw most guests on their phones– taking pictures of their food, splitting checks through Venmo, sharing on social media. One would think mixing technology and hospitality is like mixing oil and water… it doesn’t work.

Hospitality 208

Hospitality Technology Mobile Ordering Food Safety 208

7 Shifts

JANUARY 31, 2024

Metrics and sheets you'll need to track include cost of goods sold, labor costs, new operating income, profit, and (see below) inventory costs. Inventory management Managers need to ensure the kitchen is stocked with the right amount of food so that nothing is wasted and as few items need to be 86'ed as possible.

Management 397

Management Management Kitchen Safety Front of House 397

Squirrel Systems

MARCH 8, 2024

In some restaurants, robotic servers deliver food directly to the table, reducing wait times and improving efficiency. For example, Bear Robotics’ “Servi” is a robot that can carry food and drinks, navigate through the restaurant, and even lead guests to their tables. appeared first on Squirrel Systems.

Hospitality 52

Hospitality Kitchen Safety Food Safety Front of House 52

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 22, 2020

Our focus this year has been to find ways that Sonny’s is uniquely positioned to help guests navigate our new normal – from safety concerns, family meal solutions, and even the monotony of being trapped at home. Open and clear communication across our organization has been pivotal. We created a ?live live update tracker?

Hospitality 197

Hospitality Food Safety Customer Experience Online Ordering 197

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

According to the National Floor Safety Institute (NFSI), more than three million food service employees and one million guests are injured as a result of slip-and-fall accidents annually. First, it’s important for employers and/or managers to scan the work area for potential safety risks prior to workers performing job duties.

Food Safety 190

Food Safety Employee Relations Restaurant Law Audits 190

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

Hospitality operators are rapidly turning to contactless ordering and payment solutions to help navigate the long road back to normal from COVID-19’s impacts. While it’s a smart innovation that some say is long overdue, the reality is operators are responding to customer demand. Make Staff Training a Priority.

Hospitality 230

Hospitality Ordering Front of House Customer Experience 230

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Fewer employees have carried the burden of prepping, cooking, and serving food while working to keep guests safe. will create more job seekers in the restaurant/hospitality industry. Boost safety and quality protocols. Ensure safety all along the supply chain. Tech is essential to this effort.

Food Safety 189

Food Safety Kitchen Safety Loyalty Program Employee Relations 189

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 7, 2024

In the domain of commercial refrigeration, ice machines represent a critical asset, driving day-to-day operations in sectors as diverse as hospitality, healthcare, and retail. Inadequate Ice Production A common predicament, insufficient ice production, often signals deeper issues within the machine’s operational framework.

Healthcare 110

Healthcare Uniforms Food Safety Customer Service 110

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 6, 2023

Of those, 128,000 are hospitalized and 3,000 die. The worst part is, this type of illness is largely preventable Restaurant owners and operators need to take active steps to prevent foodborne illness from coming out of their kitchens. Be sure all your employees, from wait staff to managers to chefs, have been certified in food safety.

Food Safety 177

Food Safety Management Management Kitchen Safety 177

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 20, 2020

Restaurants and hospitality venues remain closed throughout the U.S. Beyond the current operational and financial issues plaguing the hospitality industry lies a very difficult reality. There is no “on” switch that will bring our hospitality industry back to service.

Food Safety 203

Food Safety Consumer Goods Hospitality Food Order 203

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Restaurant operators once again find themselves refocusing priorities and altering their plans for 2022. While sales are trending higher, the National Restaurant Association reports three in four operators say recruitment and retention is their toughest challenge. Rely on Technology to Increase Operational Efficiency.

2022 189

2022 Hospitality Loyalty Program Point of Sale 189

7 Shifts

JULY 24, 2020

That’s why our teams—who specifically work to improve restaurant operations, performance, and staff happiness—have curated a 7-course menu of the best books about understanding restaurant management. So pull up a chair and take a deep dive into some of the most insightful and actionable tips from the best in the business. Goodreads: 4.09

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Book Management Management Restaurant Law 370

Clover - Restaurants

MAY 7, 2024

While your customers may never meet BOH team members, these restaurant jobs are essential to delivering a fantastic hospitality experience. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the restaurant’s culinary offerings and ensuring the smooth operation of our kitchen.

Back of House 52

Back of House BOH Kitchen Safety Front of House 52

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 10, 2022

Learn why it is important to implement restaurant safety tips to help reduce the risk of injury for these seasonal workers and throughout the entire year. In fact, many young workers’ first job experience is in some type of food establishment. Seasonal Jobs and Restaurant Injuries in the Summer. Inconsistent Training.

Employee Relations 175

Employee Relations Restaurant Law Food Safety Equipment 175

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 2, 2020

I’ve had the opportunity to support restaurant operators that have stayed open throughout the COVID shutdown. Everyone agrees that with COVID-19, the public has a heightened safety awareness. The public is watching operators very closely to see if they are doing all the things to make safety your #1 priority.

Training 218

Training Kitchen Safety Food Safety Website Management 218

Clover - Restaurants

MAY 3, 2024

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there are an estimated 48 million people who get sick from foodborne illness each year, with 128,000 requiring hospitalization. City and state health departments monitor local restaurants to ensure they’re following food safety management program guidelines.

Kitchen Safety 52

Kitchen Safety Food Safety Food Food Supply 52

7 Shifts

JANUARY 31, 2024

Metrics and sheets you'll need to track include cost of goods sold, labor costs, new operating income, profit, and (see below) inventory costs. Inventory management Managers need to ensure the kitchen is stocked with the right amount of food so that nothing is wasted and as few items need to be 86'ed as possible.

Management 195

Management Management Kitchen Safety Front of House 195

7 Shifts

JANUARY 26, 2021

The big chains and national brands may be more well equipped than independents to embrace the evolving industry, but independents can thrive with a bit of strategy. Embrace Digital Hospitality ?? For both safety and ease, there isn’t a better option. There are many ways to digital technology into your business.

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2021 Front of House Social Media Back of House 370

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

Good Food Restaurant Scorecard. Despite skyrocketing demand for plant-based food across the U.S., 42 of the country’s favorite fast food and restaurant chains still don’t offer a plant-based entrée, according to a report released today by The Good Food Institute (GFI). This data covers U.S.

Hospitality 183

Hospitality Food Consumer Goods Point of Sale 183

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 15, 2021

While safety and quality have always been paramount, the ongoing COVID pandemic has amplified these issues. With the tricky combination of reduced staff, new regulations, ever-changing COVID protocols, and the need for transparent safety practices, restaurants need tech tools to get everyone aligned around quality assurance and standards.

Food Safety 197

Food Safety Audits Employee Relations Training 197

The Restaurant Group

JANUARY 26, 2023

Commercial Kitchen Components A commercial kitchen design needs five components: Service area Cooking station Food preparation area Washing or cleaning station Storage area These sub-areas ensure smooth and successful kitchen operations. Involve your chef or food service department in this process. Let’s take a look.

Design 78

Design Kitchen Safety Food Safety Front of House 78

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 3, 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. " – Andrew Glantz, GiftAMeal Founder/CEO Guest data is the key to driving hospitality at scale. Read the first part, here. – Joe Hand Jr.,

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2024 Loyalty Program Customer Experience Customer Service 132

Ken Burgin

APRIL 6, 2021

Hospitality is a very popular subject in secondary schools, and there are many students looking for opportunities. Here’s how to make the right connections: Get to know the careers counsellor and the hospitality teachers. Offer to be a guest speaker for hospitality students. Short of young staff?

Hospitality 78

Hospitality Kitchen Safety Workshop Equipment 78

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

The past year has been a challenge for small businesses and no industry has been impacted quite like small hospitality operations. Whether customers are eating inside or out, your roof protects equipment vital to keeping the doors open. The good news is severe weather is one challenge you can do something about.

Equipment 196

Equipment Small Business Outdoor Insurance 196

Culinary Cues

MAY 5, 2020

but it will be your commitment to the safety of all involved that is the key to rebuilding a level of trust that will carry your operation through this tenuous time and on to an eventual renewal of prosperity. Consider if you were an employee in a senior center, a hospital worker, or a line worker in a meat processing plant.

Kitchen Safety 286

Kitchen Safety Food Safety Food Truck Communication 286

Ken Burgin

APRIL 6, 2021

Hospitality is a very popular subject in secondary schools, and there are many students looking for opportunities. Here’s how to make the right connections: Get to know the careers counsellor and the hospitality teachers. Offer to be a guest speaker for hospitality students. Short of young staff?

Hospitality 78

Hospitality Kitchen Safety Workshop Equipment 78

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 29, 2020

Rick Camac, Dean of Restaurant & Hospitality Management at the Institute of Culinary Education. Food handlers must wear gloves, hats and masks. They are for your own safety too. The number #1 thing owner/operators can do for their employees is give a sense of psychological safety. Don't shortcut anything.

FOH 215

FOH Kitchen Safety BOH Food Safety 215

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 6, 2021

Especially in a time where the industry is in flux because of the pandemic, juggling things like food costs, keeping shifts full and food safety can feel more difficult than ever. If you’re looking for ways to reduce the risks to your operations, here are a few things operators are doing to protect their businesses.

Technology 199

Technology Food Safety Restaurant Law Training 199

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 20, 2020

Ghost kitchens have been critical to enabling take-out meals during the current pandemic and are predicted to be central in restaurant operations moving forward. Without these pricey anchors dragging down your profitability, you just might be able to focus on making food, and not making rent. Why are they effective right now?

Front of House 203

Front of House Kitchen Safety Food Back of House 203

Squirrel Systems

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

Connecting restaurant industry trends to your business growth and foodservice reach in 2021 This article sheds insights into what restaurant operators can learn from key restaurant industry trends in consumer behavior and foodservice operations in 2021 to keep their restaurants accessible to consumers and secure the bottom line.

2021 52

2021 Operations Loyalty Program Mobile Ordering 52

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 30, 2021

Nair, a partner at Ervin Cohen & Jessup LLP compiles recent legal news affecting the restaurant, food and beverage and hospitality industries for Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine. The act replaces previous regulations on the cottage food industry. The bill would have had a dramatic impact on fast food franchises.

2021 189

2021 Restaurant Law Kitchen Safety Food Safety 189

Goliath Consulting

JUNE 30, 2020

The restaurant industry had to adapt to changes in consumer behavior during the COVID19 pandemic, testing out operational innovations and relying on technological solutions that allowed for social distancing and ensuring sanitation (1, 2). A growing demand for hands-free, no-touch equipment will result from the COVID-19 pandemic (7).

Kitchen Safety 139

Kitchen Safety Food Safety Front of House Back of House 139

Future Food

NOVEMBER 7, 2021

The Trends to Watch in 2022 & Beyond The changing face of Food & Hospitality. Whilst some food and hospitality businesses chose to pivot their businesses early, out of necessity, others have elected to respond to changes in consumer preferences and are quickly reshaping the food and hospitality landscape in front of our eyes.

2022 148

2022 Food Supply Entertainment Hospitality 148

Ken Burgin

JULY 5, 2022

Food, Menus and Kitchen Management. Restoke manages back of house functions like recipes, menus, ordering, work lists, staff training, plus health & safety. Yume Food – buy surplus or near use-by-date food from wholesalers through an online marketplace. Free Safety Posters – excellent collection.

Kitchen Safety 78

Kitchen Safety Food Safety Website Management Online Ordering 78

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 16, 2020

Due to the Covid-19 outbreak effect on the restaurant industry, Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine is compiling a list of resources available for restaurant owners, operators and managers. As reports of the disease spread, so do concerns about supply chain disruption, business operations, and employee safety and well-being.

Food Safety 234

Food Safety Kitchen Safety Small Business Employee Relations 234

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 27, 2022

“It is an extremely challenging time for the restaurant industry as restaurateurs grapple with the difficulty of operating within an uncertain post-pandemic sales environment while simultaneously combating historic levels of food inflation, labor shortages and ongoing supply-chain issues. “As a chef and as a customer.

2022 180

2022 Fast Casual Customer Service Food Safety 180

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 13, 2023

In the waning days of 2022, FDA issued an updated Food Code with several important updates. economy, and the Food Code impacts virtually every American. Let’s examine the key new provisions of the 2022 Food Code. Many of the key changes in the 2022 Food Code relate to food allergens.

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2022 Allergens Food Food Safety 188