Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 24, 2025

These programs empower participants to design, manage, and operate high-performing, eco-friendly kitchens, equipping them with the tools to lead in this green industrial revolution. We conducted a study of the Chatham kitchen for an entire week and despite the outdoor temperature being around 85F-90F the kitchen never reached 74F.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 12, 2021

Restaurants and bars continue to creatively serve their customers in outdoor spaces amid concerns about the ongoing pandemic, and many are in the process of re-opening makeshift patios as weather warms. Auditing Your Outdoor Dining Space Before Permit Request. Auditing Your Outdoor Dining Space Before Permit Request.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 25, 2025

If you are a caterer, you’ll face traditional restaurant risks like equipment breakdown and damage to your property; however, you may have a greater interest in coverage such as hired and non-owned vehicle insurance. Some other coverages that would be beneficial are spoilage coverage, outdoor property, and contamination coverage.

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EATER

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

In a time when outdoor heating can be the difference between a restaurant surviving the winter or shuttering for good, these lamps, as the thief likely knew, were more valuable than cash. But the financial burden extends beyond just the cost of the equipment itself.

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Goliath Consulting

MARCH 26, 2025

Inspect and Clean Outdoor Units After months of exposure to winter weather, outdoor condenser units often become clogged with dirt, leaves, and debris. A comfortable, well-ventilated space keeps guests happy, staff productive, and equipment running efficiently.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

However, they should consult with an HVAC expert to ensure that their HVAC system is equipped to handle the increased air pressure resulting from higher-MERV filters so that a filter upgrade will not have damaging effects on their existing HVAC fan and motor systems. Air Ionization.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

With some outdoor dining pilot programs coming to an end as we head into the winter months, tens of thousands of restaurants across the country will be forced to operate at a fraction of typical capacity without added outdoor seating to supplement the loss.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 20, 2020

After months-long dining room closures prompted by the COVID-19 pandemic, restaurants gained new life in the summer when most government jurisdictions allowed outdoor patio dining. And fortunately for establishments located in cold cities, there are successful outdoor winter dining models to follow in Paris, Toronto, and Colorado ski towns.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 22, 2025

pipes intersecting walls) or wrong equipment placements. They must have outdoor seating, touchless tech, and flexible, multi-use spaces for dining and takeout. 3D modeling lets operators test layouts and equipment. 3D modeling lets operators test layouts and equipment. Such detections include structural elements (e.g.,

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 13, 2024

Although both collect outdoor cellular signals and extend them into a building, signal boosters provide greater performance in terms of signal clarity and reliability. Boosting Cellular Coverage in Restaurants The best approach for improving cellular coverage in restaurants is to use modern cellular signal boosters.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

The biggest challenge will be on-premise dining and the shift from outdoors to indoors as temperatures decrease in many regions. Outdoor dining will simply not always be possible in certain regions, no matter how much preparation has gone into outdoor dining planning. What do you see as a solution to meeting these challenges?

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 5, 2020

Allowing restaurants to utilize outdoor parking space is a way for municipalities to offer additional relief to local restaurants and help consumers feel safe and more comfortable when dining out. Therefore, maximizing the ability to utilize outdoor space to increase seating capacity will be critical for restaurants during this period.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 31, 2022

Get any snow removal equipment you need well in advance so you’re ready to clean up your restaurant's walkways and parking areas. Expand or Create 'Warm' Outdoor Dining Space. If you have the space to expand upon or create an outdoor winter dining space, don’t hesitate to do so.

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Outdoor Food Supply Supplies Customer Experience 474

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 8, 2020

Enforce social distancing and require appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) based on the guidelines for your jurisdiction. This may include line cooks standing six feet away from each other, tables moved to proper social distances, diners sitting outdoors only, use of disposable menus and placemats, and/or servers wearing masks.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

The demand for outdoor patio heaters has increased significantly since the onset of the pandemic—and this trend is expected to continue. Outdoor propane heaters work by different methods and emit heat by convection, forced air, or through infrared heating. These heaters are for outdoor use only, never for temporary indoor use.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 28, 2020

As states across the country have lifted and eased restrictions, more and more restaurants have been able to open up — but how are they adapting, especially if they don’t have proper outdoor patios? Give Your Outdoor Space a Refresh. And what happens now that the temperature is starting to drop in many regions?

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 7, 2020

They must also have ventilation protocols, such as increased outdoor air, reduced re-circulation, longer system run times and frequent filter checks.” ” New York has just recently reopened restaurants for outdoor dining only. ” The science is trending toward more, not less, concern about airborne transmission.

Outdoor 508

Outdoor Back of House Retail Website Management 508

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

Whether customers are eating inside or out, your roof protects equipment vital to keeping the doors open. A damaged or poorly maintained roof can result in costly water damage to interior spaces and roof-mounted equipment such as exhaust fans and air conditioning units.

Equipment 492

Equipment Small Business Outdoor Insurance 492

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 17, 2021

Keep in mind that primary outdoor signage should be large including a logo, text displaying business name, and potentially smaller text with a restaurant slogan. Outdoor Restaurant Signs. Any restaurant sign strategy begins with the outdoor sign with the aim to draw guests inside. This is done with indoor signs.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 26, 2024

When the lights go out, equipment stops running, chefs can’t cook and customers can’t dine. Those elements can include coolers, heaters, cooking equipment, TV, Internet, lights, etc. Quite simply, when restaurants lose electricity, revenues stop.

Equipment 492

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Perfect Daily Grind

JULY 2, 2025

I spoke with Marissa Childers at Tanbrown Coffee to learn how they use Rancilio ’s equipment to set up for pop-up events. However, success hinges on meticulous preparation and, crucially, having the right equipment. What equipment do roasters need for coffee pop-up events? Marissa says.

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Events Transportation Equipment Small Business 118

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 21, 2023

How to Better Ensure You Won’t Need Your Fire Extinguisher The best response is to prevent a fire before it starts by updating and cleaning your kitchen equipment, ensuring rags and smoking materials are disposed of properly, investing in Class K extinguishers and finally 86ing flaming shots.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 24, 2025

Older generations (55+) prefer outdoor seating driving 27% of reservations. Leading platform providers also make integration seamless from any computer or peripheral hardware so operators can upgrade their existing sound system without investing in costly equipment. Human curation is tedious work.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 6, 2021

Restaurants lucky enough to have access to outdoor dining space had to balance the needs of the business with the safety of customers and employees. Dining shifted outdoors, inside tents or into bubbles. For workers, many restaurants provided masks, face shields and other personal protective equipment (PPE). Promoting Safety.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 12, 2020

Buying the lowest priced materials or hiring the lowest-bidding contractors can lead to shoddy workmanship, cheap and flimsy furniture, furnishings, and equipment that will inevitably break down sooner than higher quality goods and materials. Can you have an outdoor patio with seating? Pitfall #9: Buying used equipment.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

A transparent coating, it can be used on indoor and outdoor devices, and will not degrade due to the exposure to environmental elements, like rain or increased temperatures. Display signage in your restaurant that says your equipment has been treated with an anti-microbial coating service for greater safety.

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Dine-in Kitchen Safety Operations Point of Sale 490

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 2, 2021

For some, restaurants parking lots became outdoor dining experiences, and for others, curbside pickup became the financial lifeblood. They assume responsibility for the energy bill and take a portion of the monthly energy savings to cover equipment and installation costs.

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Social Media Article Government Equipment 508

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

This strategy outlines small but essential tasks such as changing air filters, checking outdoor air dampers and cleaning coils. Preventing breakdowns and maintaining the HVAC system and other equipment can translate to significant energy savings overall. Also, be mindful of thermostat locations within different areas of the restaurant.

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Equipment Outdoor Sustainability Employee Relations 294

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

As restaurants have been gradually permitted to reopen, they have new regulations to follow, including restricted onsite capacity, strict cleaning and disinfecting protocols, social distancing rules, and mandatory use of personal protective equipment (PPE). Set up outdoor, socially distanced waiting areas. Limit Crowds.

Food Safety 553

Food Safety Social Media Food Order Audits 553

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 6, 2021

Construction of outdoor seating. equipment, accounting, training, legal, marketing). Business mortgage obligations. Rent payments. Debt service. Utility expenses. Maintenance expenses. Business supplies. Business food and beverage expenses. Covered supplier costs. Business operating expenses (e.g.,

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 2, 2021

The edition of MRM Research Roundup features restaurant payment transaction data, foodservice equipment purchasing and the lasting appeal of chicken sandwiches. Foodservice Equipment Purchasing Up. Rent Struggle Is Real. KWIPPED’s data shows: ?

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2021 Point of Sale Equipment 2019 450

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 4, 2022

Workers at risk of heat stress include outdoor workers and workers in hot environments such as chefs, bakery workers, and anyone in the restaurant industry. No controls in place to minimize the impacts of equipment that radiates heat. Consider these situations that can elevate your body temperature to dangerous levels. Strong sun.

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7 Shifts

MARCH 10, 2021

Adding a bar to that outdoor space can increase revenue even more. That’s a 65 percent return on investment for their customer who considered adding outdoor seating. Be sure that once you have your outdoor seating area, keep it updated just as you would your indoor space.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 9, 2020

shows that 91 percent of Americans believe it’s important that public restrooms are equipped with touchless fixtures. Ventilating with outdoor air is vital to diluting airborne contaminants. The Healthy Hand Washing Survey by Bradley Corp. “Touchless restrooms are here to stay,” he said. Improved Ventilation.

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Design Technology Outdoor Education 450

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 16, 2021

What issues have affected the industry over the last five years in the topics of marketing, design, operations, law, finance, technology and equipment? Many restaurants have also pivoted to outdoor dining amid the pandemic. A dedicated outdoor dining area used to be a concept that was nice to have, now it’s a must-have.

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Fast Casual Front of House Fine Dining Mobile Ordering 390

Perfect Daily Grind

JUNE 9, 2025

Brewing coffee while travelling or outdoors usually means investing in a traditional hand grinder, often requiring patience and labour to achieve the optimal grind size, especially when grinding larger doses. In specialty coffee, few tools are as essential as the grinder.

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Café Transportation Travel Equipment 125

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 20, 2020

This air often is a mixture of recirculated air and fresh outdoor air that meets minimal standards. Meticulously clean equipment, floors, walls and other surfaces to prevent dust, food particles and other debris from entering the restaurant’s HVAC system. Get your HVAC system inspected and maintained on an annual basis.

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