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Serve and Sip Responsibly: Tackling Restaurant Liquor Liability Concerns

Modern Restaurant Management

Serving alcohol is a fundamental part of many restaurant operations, but it also presents significant liability risks. From over-serving intoxicated guests to improperly checking IDs, restaurants can face serious legal, financial and reputational consequences for failing to effectively manage their liquor liability risks.

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Nine Critical HR and Payroll Steps to Prepare Your Restaurant for 2025

Modern Restaurant Management

A new year is creeping up on us again, bringing fresh opportunities—and challenges—for restaurant operators. From updating policies to gearing up for tax season, these steps will enhance your compliance and position your restaurant for sustained growth.

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Avoiding the Four Biggest Traps of Restaurant Payroll

Modern Restaurant Management

While these cases may be on the more extreme side, restaurant owners have to be careful not to fall into any traps when it comes to payroll, as even accidental violations could still yield big penalties. Staffing levels have been on the upswing since the dark days of the pandemic, with the number of jobs at bars and restaurants up nearly 0.7

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2025 Outlook: Experts Weigh In on Restaurant Trends and Challenges, Part One

Modern Restaurant Management

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 2025. In 2025, restaurants need to have a plan in place that ensures they are effectively managing inventory and redirecting unused, still edible food to donations.

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How AI Is Revolutionizing Restaurant Compliance

Modern Restaurant Management

Restaurants must navigate an intricate web of federal and local compliance parameters, from food and workplace safety regulations, to labor laws, to environmental concerns – and when the consequences for violations are so severe, remaining compliant can feel like walking through a minefield.

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Cracking the Egg Crisis: Understanding Rising Prices, Supply Chain Solutions, and Strategies for Producers

Modern Restaurant Management

These challenges not only impact egg producers but also have significant ramifications for restaurants, retailers, and consumers alike. Regulatory Changes : Several states, including Colorado, California, and Massachusetts, have enacted laws mandating the production and sale of cage-free eggs.

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Restaurant Cost Control Strategies Every Operator Should Be Using

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In this article, you will learn: The five most important restaurant costs to track and manage Easy strategies for controlling food costs and labor costs Tactics to save money without hurting your guest experience Lets start with the big picture and learn where your money is actually going. Are you overstaffed on slow days?