7 Shifts

JANUARY 31, 2024

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. This means that managers tend to bear more of the marketing responsibilities and have to know how to use digital marketing platforms effectively.

Management 195

Management Management Kitchen Safety Front of House 195

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

The restaurant industry is transforming significantly, driven by changing consumer preferences, technological advancements, and a competitive market landscape. Restaurants are no longer just about the food – they are about the complete dining experience, which includes ambiance, service speed, and personalized interaction.

Operations 180

Operations Front of House Customer Service Customer Experience 180

Clover - Restaurants

MAY 7, 2024

You will play a pivotal role in shaping the restaurant’s culinary offerings and ensuring the smooth operation of our kitchen. Provide valuable input on pricing, menu adjustments, and marketing initiatives to enhance the overall dining experience. Being reliable and taking a positive approach to tackling physical tasks is critical.

Back of House 52

Back of House BOH Kitchen Safety Front of House 52

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. When your guest walk-through that front door – how will they know and trust that you have their safety in mind – first and foremost?

Kitchen Safety 286

Kitchen Safety Food Safety Food Truck Communication 286

The Restaurant Times

OCTOBER 30, 2020

With the outbreak of COVID-19, consumers have become more aware of the importance of health, hygiene, and food safety which will play a huge role in how restaurants operate in the new normal. Tips on How To Implement the Right Restaurant Food Safety System . Create a Restaurant Cleanup Plan.

Food Safety 52

Food Safety Kitchen Safety Employee Relations Food 52

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 23, 2022

A key part of an effective kitchen is its design. After all, there’s no point in spending time and resources on designing the perfect menu, if your kitchen isn’t up to scratch. Do you feel your kitchen needs a design boost? Having the correct layout is key for every kitchen. Remember the Importance of Health.

Design 196

Design Kitchen Safety Equipment Food Safety 196

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 7, 2021

Kitchen operations. Food safety and restaurant cleanliness. Kitchen Operations. Similarly, restaurant visitors expect their food to be of a consistent quality every time they visit. Both of these technological advancements are instrumental in ensuring excellent customer service and reducing food waste.

Technology 189

Technology Operations Food Safety Kitchen Safety 189

Open for Business

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Draw on the experience of your team Your contractor, designer, engineer, architect, and kitchen equipment vendor will be your most valuable allies in getting all of your licenses, permits, inspections, and postings completed properly. This helps us avoid huge violations for the restaurant, as well as damage to major equipment.”

License 78

License Certification Kitchen Safety Food Safety 78

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 29, 2020

Over and above these suggestions, if you have the size to spread out your kitchen you should do so. Food handlers must wear gloves, hats and masks. Kitchens must be sanitized, per recommended guidelines. They are for your own safety too. So, if someone from FOH gets sick, they too are vulnerable. Do remain positive.

FOH 212

FOH Kitchen Safety BOH Food Safety 212

Ken Burgin

JULY 5, 2022

Every week in the Hospo Reset Newsletter, we share a product or service that’s caught our eye – for kitchen & beverage management, staffing, facilities management, marketing and overall productivity. Food, Menus and Kitchen Management. Here’s the list so far, and it’s updated every month.

Kitchen Safety 78

Kitchen Safety Food Safety Website Management Online Ordering 78

Apicbase

MAY 29, 2024

Every few months, a media article declares the death of ghost kitchens as a viable business model. Market data, however, tells a different story. The truth is ghost kitchens are alive and well. Interestingly, in the article, “ghost kitchens” is enclosed in quotation marks, meaning that the term was new at the time.

Kitchen Safety 52

Kitchen Safety Front of House Online Ordering Food Order 52

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 28, 2020

And three, above all, we see the need for digital marketing automation continuing and growing into 2021 and beyond. The younger generations don’t just want great food, they expect memorable experiences. Companies rushed to market with new digital solutions out of necessity and customers were satisfied with the initial products.

2021 229

2021 Mobile Ordering Loyalty Program Kitchen Safety 229

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

The technology empowers operators to make direct, digital connections with their equipment (e.g., freezers, food warmers, fryers, etc.). With fewer staff, how can you ensure that the food quality and service will be up to their standards? Maintaining Equipment. The data gathered from these connections is a goldmine.

Equipment 193

Equipment Kitchen Safety Food Supply Food Safety 193

Ken Burgin

JUNE 6, 2023

Wine and Food Pairing Training : AI can create materials and quizzes on wine and food pairing, helping staff make better recommendations to customers. Health and Safety Compliance: Develop interactive health, safety, and cleanliness standards modules.

Training 68

Training Kitchen Safety Dietary Restrictions Food Safety 68

7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

For example, a Sanitization checklist may include: Sanitize food prep surfaces ?. Restaurant inventory management software is a tool that helps digitally track and manage your kitchen inventory. Think about it: no more stacks and folders full of invoices, no clipboards and checkmarks, no guessing when it comes to food costs.

Technology 370

Technology Front of House Social Media Back of House 370

7 Shifts

MARCH 10, 2021

They have a passion for food, an adventurous spirit, a strong work ethic, and the ability to teach and lead. A successful business plan covers everything from the food you’ll serve to how your restaurant will look and how you want your customers to feel. Marketing is an integral part of every business plan.

Management 370

Management Management Small Business Email Marketing 370

The Food Corridor

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

Looking for your shared kitchen home in Ohio? Below are our top ten picks for Shared Kitchens in Ohio. To see a full list of commercial and commissary kitchens in Ohio, check out The Kitchen Door. Findlay Kitchen – 1719 Elm St, Cincinnati, OH. Central Kitchen Cleveland – 2800 Euclid Ave, #150, Cleveland, OH.

Kitchen Safety 98

Kitchen Safety Equipment Food Safety Food Supply 98

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. For both safety and ease, there isn’t a better option. Kitchen display systems (KDS) eliminate the need to bring tickets back to the kitchen or handle a printer.

2021 370

2021 Front of House Social Media Back of House 370

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 14, 2022

There are all kinds of different types of restaurant theft, ranging from food and inventory, theft at the register and checkout counter, external grease theft, time theft and employee product theft. The grease that fries your food has value, and because of that, it’s a target of criminals. Why is this helpful?

Point of Sale 199

Point of Sale Kitchen Safety Back of House Inventory 199

Ken Burgin

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

In fact QR codes have been around for many years, and widely used in Asian countries – now that they’re understood here, you can start to leverage them for restaurant & cafe marketing, recruitment and daily operations. Share Recipes and Food Stories : put a small QR Code on your menu next to key dishes. Need equipment repairs ?

Kitchen Safety 88

Kitchen Safety Marketing Recruiting Email Marketing 88

Restaurant365

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

A commissary kitchen is a dedicated kitchen space where a foodservice operator can process, prepare, and store food. While these types of kitchens have always been a feature of the restaurant industry, new trends in food service have led more owners and operators to consider adding them to their business model.

Kitchen Safety 148

Kitchen Safety Food Truck License Food Safety 148

Goliath Consulting

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Through voice-enabled ordering and payment systems, patrons can navigate menus, place orders, and settle bills, all while minimizing physical contact and enhancing safety protocols. Robotic Kitchen Assistants The rise of robotic kitchen assistants powered by advancements from companies like Slang.ai

2024 147

2024 Technology Kitchen Safety Website Management 147

Cheetah

APRIL 5, 2021

Check out the last chapter in our Ghost Kitchen 101 series! In our last chapter of the Ghost Kitchen 101 Series, we learned that cloud kitchens are commercial kitchen spaces that provide food businesses the facilities and services needed to prepare delivery-optimized menu items. Incubator / Pop-Up Kitchens.

Kitchen Safety 140

Kitchen Safety Food Supply Front of House Food Safety 140

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 9, 2022

We've all ordered our favorite food online at least once from a local restaurant, and it was cold when it arrived at our doorstep. Events like this not only ruined our entire eating experience, but also prevented us from ordering food from this restaurant for a while. Delivery of cold food leads to loss of customer.

Compost 204

Compost Sustainability Online Ordering Kitchen Safety 204

Clover - Restaurants

MAY 30, 2024

Any business that successfully launches new revenue streams can benefit from increased profit, new customers, and a financial safety net in case something goes wrong. Through offerings such as meal kits, catering, or wholesaling, restaurants can reach customers outside the dining room and build loyalty in new market segments.

Merchandise 52

Merchandise Catering Kitchen Safety Inventory 52

Apicbase

MARCH 28, 2024

These include food production and inventory management. Additionally, the BOH handles food safety and restaurant administration. This includes the food prep and kitchen areas, food storage rooms, walk-in fridges, pot wash stations, staff break rooms, and offices. Food safety. Cost control.

Back of House 52

Back of House FOH BOH Front of House 52

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 21, 2020

However, as long as you keep the spotlight on food safety – sanitization, employee health monitoring and personal hygiene, and social distancing – your restaurant won’t be a hub of contagion. The kitchen staff should have hairnets and gloves at all times. Have a Marketing Plan for Reopening.

Social Media 197

Social Media Food Safety Cash Management Kitchen Safety 197

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 10, 2020

The National Restaurant Association remains on top of the issue providing updates and resources including a fact sheet and a webpage with an FAQ, industry guidance, and food safety guidelines provided by ServeSafe to address increasing questions about COVID-19. We ensure food safety. Eat healthier.”

Kitchen Safety 195

Kitchen Safety Food Safety Cash Management Food Supply 195

Embrace the Suck

MAY 14, 2023

Leadership: The Missing Ingredient The best restaurants are those led by individuals who understand that their role extends beyond the kitchen or the management office. Restaurant Excellence Guideline #14: Equip your team with strategies to handle challenging guests. And much like a bad dish, it's tough to swallow.

Leadership 221

Leadership Customer Service Loyalty Program Customer Experience 221

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 3, 2021

This amplifies the need for QSRs’ internal operations to work closely with their marketing teams to ensure accurate and timely updates. Additionally, offering limited menus speeds up wait times and streamlines kitchen operations which is one more benefit of having a modular and easy to update menu system. Automated Safety.

Technology 193

Technology Mobile Ordering Kitchen Safety Food Safety 193

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Our restaurant of the future is designed to benefit guests, employees and franchisees, with a new external design and a reimagined kitchen that will make it easier for us to serve hot, delicious food quickly for frictionless guest experiences, and we expect to see a lot more of that next year. Clinton Anderson, CEO, Fourth Enterprises.

2022 177

2022 Food Supply Back of House Kitchen Safety 177

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 14, 2020

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is expanding its franchise opportunities to feature another nontraditional franchise model – virtual kitchens and has executed area development agreements to bring more of Dickey’s slow-smoked, Texas-style barbecue to Chicago, Houston and Orlando, as well as make its debut in Providence, Rhode Island.

Franchise 186

Franchise Franchising Kitchen Safety Food Safety 186

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 3, 2024

Think behind-the-scenes kitchen tours or insights into who the people are that work at the restaurant, offering patrons a chance to immerse themselves in the brand. AI-powered segments and generative AI are poised to gain even more traction, with businesses capitalizing on these advanced technologies to refine their marketing strategies.

2024 129

2024 Loyalty Program Customer Experience Customer Service 129

Goliath Consulting

DECEMBER 12, 2020

COVID-19 Safety. COVID-19 has been a powerful driving force for AI tech particularly in this industry, as stay-at-home orders, social distancing and other safety measures forced operators to rethink how they interact with their staff and guests. Even with the vaccine, we expect the focus on safety and hygiene to remain.

2021 167

2021 Kitchen Safety Food Safety Loyalty Program 167

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 9, 2021

Fresh prepared produce delivers many benefits to foodservice operations from cost and labor savings along with increasing back of house efficiency, food safety, and freshness. This was painfully evident when a couple of my coworkers and myself went to eat at a fast casual chain and waited over a half hour for food.

Kitchen Safety 143

Kitchen Safety Food Supply Fast Casual Food Safety 143

7 Shifts

JULY 24, 2020

7shifts Marketing Team Recommends Just like marketing, people always come first in the restaurant business. Kitchen Confidential. ?? Kitchen Confidential was the world’s introduction to the weird and wonderful Bourdain, who went on to produce dozens of TV shows like Parts Unknown, No Reservations, and The Layover.

Book 370

Book Management Management Restaurant Law 370

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Chris Prociv, VP Marketing & Innovation at La Brea Bakery. The bakery, which distributes to grocery stores nationwide, is now built to better accommodate both customer and consumer needs while continuing to put the safety of employees and customers first. Andy Rosenbloom, VP, Marketing, Buyers Edge Platform.

2020 193

2020 Kitchen Safety Food Safety Loyalty Program 193