7 Shifts

MAY 1, 2024

Bookkeeping is one of the most essential aspects of any restaurant business. After all, a small, honest mistake can accumulate over time and turn into bigger operational problems— 17% of restaurants even fail in their first year due to mismanagement of finances.

Cash Management 221

Cash Management Inventory Employee Relations Beverage 221

Sling

MAY 9, 2023

Efficient and effective restaurant operations don’t just happen. The result of all that effort can be a successful restaurant that runs well even when you’re not there. In this article, we discuss some of the best ways to improve your restaurant operations and introduce you to the tools that can help make that easier.

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Operations Loyalty Program Food Safety Front of House 78

7 Shifts

JANUARY 23, 2024

It’s the key to creating a consistent experience every day, week, and month of the year — the essential structure for the restaurant’s operations. Getting it right is critical for sustained success in the restaurant industry. So how might a restaurant fail to comply with local laws related to scheduling?

Restaurant Law 195

Restaurant Law Employee Relations Tip Distribution Communication 195

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Traditional sit-down restaurants and mobile food businesses have uniquely different needs when it comes to insurance. Running a restaurant can be validating, exciting, and thrilling all at once. Restaurant insurance can provide your business with a safety net when it comes to claims and risk. Tools and equipment protection.

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Insurance Food Truck Food Mobile Ordering 189

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 18, 2024

Advancements in design and modernization are among the key elements prompting restaurant fryer sales globally. Over the next ten years, there will likely be a sharp increase in demand for automated restaurant fryers due to the introduction of cutting-edge technologies in food service equipment.

Marketing 117

Marketing Food Supply Equipment 2023 117

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. However, the restaurant industry offers short-term training to help get them qualified and acclimated quickly. Seasonal Jobs and Restaurant Injuries in the Summer.

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Employee Relations Restaurant Law Food Safety Equipment 175

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 24, 2022

We've detailed six concepts that every restaurant employee handbook should cover to create a well-oiled machine. Procedures for Operating Restaurant Equipment (if applicable). Use equipment properly. All pieces of equipment should be used according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Food Safety 197

Food Safety Kitchen Safety Restaurant Law Equipment 197

7 Shifts

OCTOBER 16, 2023

You wouldn’t go to three different grocery stores to make a sandwich, so why do 68% of restaurant operators currently work with at least three different tech vendors to manage their team? Why acing the employee lifecycle matters The employee lifecycle holds one of the keys to restaurant success for owners and operators.

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Tip Distribution Document Hiring Training 221

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 27, 2023

As the calendar turns towards 2024, the restaurant industry stands at a crossroads, with innovation and adaptation at the heart of its ongoing evolution. Yet, restaurants need to balance this tech-centric approach with the irreplaceable human touch that defines hospitality.

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2024 Food Supply Kitchen Safety Influencer 202

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

The Best Offense Is a Defensive Kitchen Cooking equipment is probably the most important thing inside a restaurant and/or bar – and it’s also a leading cause of fires.These fires are often due to failed, aging equipment; improper installation and maintenance; poor cleaning practices; and inattentive or careless use.

Bar 189

Bar Kitchen Safety Equipment Insurance 189

7 Shifts

JANUARY 31, 2024

Managing a restaurant is a delicate routine—if we can even call it a routine. Managers are responsible for nearly every aspect of the restaurant and have to cover a variety of duties. In addition to their main duties, restaurant managers also have to contend with all the unwritten or hidden responsibilities that fall on them.

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Management Management Kitchen Safety Front of House 397

7 Shifts

JULY 16, 2021

Sourcing Equipment. This research will dictate your hours of operation and pricing plans! So, make the most of this step– gathering this information will help you plan, operate, and run a successful coffee shop. See why 500,000+ restaurant pros choose 7shifts for scheduling and team management. Obtain Funding.

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License Hiring Equipment Point of Sale 459

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

Taking effect on December 28, 2021, the rule is proving confusing to owners, operators, and tip-producing and non-tip producing employees (especially since often that employee is one and the same within any given shift). With guidance from your legal team, create a restaurant policy that outlines your compliance strategy.

Restaurant Law 197

Restaurant Law Back of House Training Equipment 197

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. Restaurant Revitalization Fund Replenishment Act Introduced : On June 8, 2021, a bipartisan group of Senators and U.S. Legislation.

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2021 Restaurant Law Kitchen Safety Food Safety 189

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 3, 2022

Cooking equipment is probably the most important thing inside a restaurant – and it’s also a leading cause of fires. Cooking equipment is probably the most important thing inside a restaurant – and it’s also a leading cause of fires. The Best Offense Is a Defensive Kitchen. “FIRE!”

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Kitchen Safety Equipment Insurance Restaurant Law 212

Culinary Cues

MARCH 26, 2022

Are you thinking about owning a restaurant? You are not alone if the thought of putting your name on a restaurant awning has crossed your mind. One of the most tempting forays into entrepreneurship is the restaurant business. Instead, let’s look at some of the common reasons why restaurants fail (this is only a sampling).

Cash Management 366

Cash Management Social Media Restaurant Law Communication 366

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 18, 2022

In the restaurant industry, spring means the beginning of outdoor dining. The outdoor dining season is much anticipated not only because it is enjoyable for diners, but it also benefits restaurant owners and employees by vastly expanding the amount of dining space available to customers. Investing in Safe Electrical Equipment.

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Outdoor Seating Restaurant Law Customer Experience 167

7 Shifts

JULY 24, 2020

While you must follow the strict guidelines to ensure the safety of your staff and customers, that’s not to say you can’t take advantage of an empty restaurant to improve your knowledge of restaurant management, running a business, and creating a recipe for success when you eventually get back to business as usual. Published: 2017 ??

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Book Management Management Restaurant Law 370

7 Shifts

JANUARY 23, 2020

Are you opening a restaurant in 2020? This advice were submitted by owners and managers of restaurants of all sizes, concepts, and locations in the forthcoming 7shifts Restaurant Labor Management Study in 2020 ( subscribe to get your copy when it’s published!). Advice for opening a restaurant from restaurateurs 1.

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2020 Hiring Cash Management Education 335

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 29, 2021

Hiring a security firm can help protect your restaurant from disgruntled customers and crime, but which firm do you hire and what should you look for in a security team? The security firm’s strategy should include response time, responsibility, and security equipment. Ask for References and Experience. De-Escalation Procedures.

Hiring 212

Hiring License Restaurant Law Customer Experience 212

7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Managing multiple restaurant locations is a good challenge to have. But to be clear, multi-location restaurant management is challenging. Whether you’re managing multiple restaurants right now or are thinking about expanding your current business , this guide has everything you need to run more than one restaurant at once with success.

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Management Management Document Hiring 370

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 12, 2020

Opening a new restaurant is exciting. Your restaurant lease is one of the most important contracts needed to start your business. Before signing anything, you must make sure you can get the restaurant build-out you want. Does your restaurant need floor drains? Pitfall #8: Ignoring immigration laws.

Restaurant Law 173

Restaurant Law Equipment Hiring Design 173

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

You envisioned leading your staff as they created amazing experiences for everyone that steps foot into your restaurant. These days, you also have to read and respond to guest reviews on multiple platforms, look for ways to finance restaurant projects, and dig through reports so you can monitor labor performance and daily sales.

Technology 197

Technology Front of House Tip Distribution Back of House 197

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 23, 2022

The fact is, even the most successful restaurants have room for improvement. With that in mind, let’s explore some kitchen design hacks that can boost your restaurant. But each restaurant has its own needs depending on the kinds of food it provides. This means that all equipment needed is close to hand and accessible.

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Design Kitchen Safety Equipment Food Safety 203

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Society Insurance has been working alongside restaurant owners for more than a century, seeing first-hand the devastating effects a fire can have on the establishments that make communities great. Cooking equipment is probably the most important thing inside a restaurant – and it’s also a leading cause of fires.

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Kitchen Safety Insurance Equipment 2012 179

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. with little guidance on anticipated timelines or re-opening strategies.

Food Safety 203

Food Safety Consumer Goods Hospitality Food Order 203

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Operators should set the standard of safety within their hospitality businesses by taking steps to mitigate risks within the restaurant, educating staff members about potential slip and fall hazards, and providing guidance on steps to take should a slip and fall accident occur.

Food Safety 190

Food Safety Employee Relations Restaurant Law Audits 190

Cheetah

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

The question for restaurant operators now is: What’s next? Can restaurants reshape their relationships with 3rd-party delivery apps for the better, or will they be buried under incomprehensible charges and over-itemized bills? New Law Demands Transparency from 3rd Party Delivery Apps. Restaurants are customers too.

Delivery 148

Delivery Cash Management Restaurant Law Mobile Ordering 148

7 Shifts

JANUARY 31, 2024

Managing a restaurant is a delicate routine—if we can even call it a routine. Managers are responsible for nearly every aspect of the restaurant and have to cover a variety of duties. In addition to their main duties, restaurant managers also have to contend with all the unwritten or hidden responsibilities that fall on them.

Management 195

Management Management Kitchen Safety Front of House 195

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

If you’re in the process of searching for a site in which to open a restaurant – or if you wish to move or expand your existing business to an additional location – it’s important to consider whether you’ll be buying or renting. Buying Your Restaurant Premises. Hours of Operation. An Investment.

Restaurant Law 203

Restaurant Law Cash Management Insurance Seating 203

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 28, 2022

What Data Should Your Restaurant Be Collecting? There are three main types of information your restaurant should collect: Customer Information. Some great examples for restaurants are: How often the customer orders. Company information is any data generated by your company during your regular operations.

Loyalty Program 208

Loyalty Program Mobile Ordering Email Marketing Online Ordering 208

The Rail

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

By Jerry Chase, Contributor Moving your restaurant to a new location is a significant undertaking that requires careful planning and execution. From assessing the demographics of your new area to navigating zoning laws and permits, every step of the process matters. Let's dive in and make your move a seamless and rewarding experience!

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Restaurant Law Email Marketing Customer Experience Outdoor 52

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 6, 2021

Controlling the variables in the restaurant industry can feel like a game of whack-a-mole if you don’t have the right tools at your fingertips. Modern restaurant technology can provide peace of mind to operators worried about food safety violations, labor law mistakes, falsified data and more.

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Technology Food Safety Restaurant Law Training 199

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 8, 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. During peak seasons, considering outsourcing certain services becomes a practical solution to ensure seamless operations. Read the first part, here.

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2024 Loyalty Program Cash Management Customer Experience 215

Open for Business

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

How to Deal with Legal Regulations Affecting Your New Restaurant There’s no universal checklist for all of the necessary licenses, permits, inspections, postings, and signage for your new restaurant. These requirements vary greatly between states, cities, restaurant types, and even counties and neighborhoods.

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License Certification Kitchen Safety Food Safety 78

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 14, 2022

Restaurant theft is expensive. One study found that internal employee theft is responsible for 75 percent of inventory shortages and about 4 percent of restaurant sales. It’s also more prevalent than some restaurant owners and managers might want to believe. That totals between $3 and $6 billion annually.

Point of Sale 203

Point of Sale Kitchen Safety Back of House Inventory 203

The Restaurant Times

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

An efficient restaurant kitchen design should be high on your priority list whether you’re opening a new restaurant, expanding an existing one, or remodelling an existing one. . The success of a restaurant kitchen design is defined by careful planning. Detailed Guide To Restaurant Kitchen Design .

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Design Kitchen Safety Back of House Food Safety 98