Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Integrating IoT devices and connectivity drives efficiency, enhances food safety, mitigates risks, increases transparency, reduces waste, and provides many other benefits for restaurants. Connected sensors and devices allow real-time tracking and monitoring of food products throughout the supply chain. Did you know that U.S.

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Perfect Daily Grind

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

At every level of the coffee supply chain, sustainability is a pressing issue. And while many initiatives focus on reducing the environmental impact of coffee production , the volume of waste produced by coffee shops is also a major concern for many people. I spoke with two coffee sustainability experts to find out more.

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Goliath Consulting

JUNE 15, 2021

We saw customers stockpiling on groceries and supplies in homes instead of going out to eat, raising retail sales by 29 percent over the previous year (1). According to this McKinsey Report, these “changes in consumer behavior continue to ripple through the US food and agricultural supply chains” even today (1).

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7 Shifts

AUGUST 4, 2020

It’s no surprise the food industry leaves behind a large footprint—and while much of the supply chain is inevitable, there are many innovative and simple steps we can all take to reduce waste and our own carbon footprint. Better still, remove self-serve stations (if possible) and only give out cutlery and straws when asked.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 15, 2020

Restaurants are an essential part of the food supply chain to millions of Americans every year. However, according to the USDA , up to 40 percent of the nation’s food supply is wasted each year – the economic equivalent of approximately $161 billion. The Challenge. Creative Solutions.

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Culinary Cues

DECEMBER 17, 2020

None, however, are as devastatingly out of the operators control as this pandemic. There are short-term band aid solutions such as takeout, delivery, or even conversion into retail markets where wine inventories and local necessities take over space once occupied by diners, but they are not a replacement for a steady turn of tables.

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Uniforms Cash Management Brewery Consumer Goods 471

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 1, 2023

Everything from decreasing food waste to exploring how automation can increase revenue for small business restaurants is related to BOH procedures. They include restaurant management tips for cutting costs, decreasing food waste, and much more. Does the equipment layout make sense for all staff?

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 30, 2023

Unfortunately, it turns out that restaurants’ staffing numbers are not as rosy as they seem; instead, they’re favoring the full-service segment, according to Black Box Intelligence. Meanwhile, the industry as a whole is dealing with supply chain shortages and a potential recession.

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Culinary Cues

AUGUST 22, 2022

Bigger is less predictable and much more difficult to control and bigger takes cooks and chefs away from what they love to do, what attracted them to the trade in the beginning – to cook from the heart. The kitchen was not filled with the most sophisticated equipment and certainly not computerized. That was it!

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7 Shifts

MAY 23, 2024

In this industry, one of the worst-case scenarios is running out of money. Your restaurant expenses may vary depending on various factors, such as the equipment you use, your business location, the size of your operation, and whether you own or rent your commercial space. Table of Contents What is included in a restaurant budget?

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7 Shifts

AUGUST 4, 2020

It’s no surprise the food industry leaves behind a large footprint—and while much of the supply chain is inevitable, there are many innovative and simple steps we can all take to reduce waste and our own carbon footprint. Better still, remove self-serve stations (if possible) and only give out cutlery and straws when asked.

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Waste Food Supply Seasonal Menu Equipment 221

Goliath Consulting

JUNE 15, 2020

The supply chain failure and the domino effect of its impact have been a wake-up call for even the veterans of the food industry. Nationwide outbreaks have forced manufacturers to shut down their plants, leading to disruptions in operations downstream in the supply chain (1). Perhaps more unsettling is the uncertainty of it all.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

You’re also hostage to other rising costs and supply chain delays, and want to deliver the experiences your diners expect, now and into 2022. The technology empowers operators to make direct, digital connections with their equipment (e.g., Maintaining Equipment. freezers, food warmers, fryers, etc.).

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Equipment Kitchen Safety Food Supply Food Safety 197

Cheetah

DECEMBER 20, 2021

But even in a post-pandemic world, they are a wonderful way for restaurants to take advantage of the delivery boom , and perfect for new virtual or ghost restaurant entrepreneurs who are interested in a delivery-only enterprise. In most instances, restaurateurs provide staff and food supplies. 4 Leading Ghost Kitchens Compared.

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Perfect Daily Grind

MARCH 13, 2023

To find out, I spoke to two industry professionals. Read on to find out what they had to say. With these coffees, it is easier to pick out more nuanced flavours, which younger consumers in particular enjoy.” What about cold brew equipment? So what are some of the ways they can do this? Why is cold brew so popular?

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 11, 2022

Having an accurate handle on inventory enables a business to become more resilient and know what they can sell and when they can sell it, helping mitigate out-of-stock scenarios. “Everything in our supply chain is based on GS1 Standards. “Everything in our supply chain is based on GS1 Standards. Inventory Automation.

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Perfect Daily Grind

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Essentially, this model encourages the continued use of resources for as long as possible, with the goal of reducing waste production. When carried out effectively, a circular economy minimises environmental impact. Read on to find out what he had to say. You may also like our article on how sustainable coffee packaging is.

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Recycling Compost Sustainability 2050 171

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 13, 2022

At the end of 2021, four out of five restaurants reported facing a staffing shortage due to reduced operating hours and dining capacity. A fragmented supply chain is also increasing ingredient costs, leading restaurants to balance staff churn with a changing menu to keep revenue consistent. Monitoring Supply Can Curb Waste and Loss.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 4, 2024

The book's highlighted advice includes: Pick The Battles to Win – Ganzler helps companies gather, organize, and evaluate myriad issues they could take on. To learn more about restaurant sustainability, Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine reached out to Ganzler. Actions like waste reduction are actually cost savers.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 27, 2023

From emissions released during the production of the ingredients, to the water used to grow fruit and vegetables, to the transportation emissions involved in the supply of ingredients – the carbon footprint associated with the resulting meal can be as much as eight kg of carbon dioxide (CO2).

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 15, 2020

Restaurants are an essential part of the food supply chain to millions of Americans every year. However, according to the USDA , up to 40 percent of the nation’s food supply is wasted each year – the economic equivalent of approximately $161 billion. The Challenge. Creative Solutions.

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Waste Food Food Supply Government 88

7 Shifts

MAY 25, 2020

There’s nothing better than a tidy workstation and clean range hood before service hour; and the post-shift scrub down of the kitchen can be a form of meditation for stressed out chefs. each surface that comes into contact with food, and any supplies or equipment that’s used through the day. Have staff practice good hygiene ??

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Hot Schedules

APRIL 20, 2019

Five Ways to Reduce Waste. Take these five steps to reduce your impact on the planet, and boost your bottom line. The Impact of Food Waste. US Restaurants generate between 22 and 33 billion pounds of food waste every year. All that waste adds up. First, all the resources required to produce it are wasted.

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Perfect Daily Grind

MAY 21, 2023

One of the most prominent is investing in more energy-efficient and sustainable equipment – such as carbon-neutral espresso machines. To find out more, I spoke to Francesco Bolasco, Products and Innovation Project Manager at Dalla Corte. The former involves reducing carbon emissions within a company’s own supply chain.

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Sustainability Equipment Supplies 2050 127

Cheetah

APRIL 30, 2021

A commissary kitchen is a licensed commercial kitchen regulated by the local health department where foodservice providers can safely and legally prepare, cook and store food and equipment. Having plenty of available storage space allows food truck operators to buy ingredients and supplies in bulk, resulting in significant savings.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 18, 2021

Rather than waste food, we can redistribute it. A circular economy moves away from the make-take-waste model and toward a model in which we design out waste and pollution, keep products and materials in use, and regenerate natural systems. Maintain a Healthy Supply Chain. Think Circular. Stay Current.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 20, 2022

Some of the changes are already taking place in major companies like McDonald’s, which has implemented technology such as personalized automated drive-through menus that change depending on the time of day, weather, current restaurant traffic, and trending items. Autonomous Vehicles and Drive-Thrus. Integrated Inventory and Purchasing.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 18, 2019

Winnow Raises $20M to Fight Food Waste. The company, with US offices located in Iowa City, has recently made headlines in the country, having been selected as a food waste innovator and recipient of the Zero Hunger | Zero Waste Kroger Foundation Grant. 63 million tons of food is wasted every year. ” Marc Zornes.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Equipment rental, including refrigerator truck or equipment. Emergency preparedness supplies are a good idea to have on hand at all times. Hurricanes may necessitate further emergency supplies. First aid supplies. Bottled water supplies. Ensure a Clean Water Supply. Police and Fire departments.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 5, 2019

This edition of MRM News Bites features McDonalds, the Food Waste Reduction Alliance, OpenTable, Ordermark, Hudson Group, Hakkasan Group , Waitr and Checkers, ICV Partners, Restaurant Technologies, Diebold Nixdorf and Alto-Shaam. " Reducing Food Waste. Changes at the Top for McDonald's.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Due to many factors including inflation and supply chain challenges, restaurant owners and operators have been faced with tough choice about raising menu prices. As inflation takes hold, restaurant owners are faced with the dilemma of whether to raise prices in order to maintain margin. Check your competitor's pricing.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

Drivers for implementing carbon reduction efforts come from customers, our supply chain, the government and investors. Let’s take food first. This will reduce both the cost of raw materials as well as saving on commercial waste collection. With it the need to reduce carbon emissions from business activity has grown too.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 2, 2019

Understand Your Supply. Use Efficient Equipment. From food prep to cleaning, there isn’t a facet of running a restaurant that doesn’t take water. That’s why the right equipment – a highly efficient dishmachine for instance – can make a big difference. Minimize Waste.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 18, 2024

Dining out is often a splurge occasion, yet today’s restaurant patrons are finding more options to balance their choices and manage indulgence. Environmental Consciousness – Consumer awareness and desire for more sustainable options is encouraging upcycling and waste reduction efforts that are good for business and good for the planet.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 1, 2021

Deploying RFID for Supply Chain Traceability. The opportunity to verify food handling safety throughout the supply chain gives restaurant operators confidence in what they are serving customers. Take for example, the urgency of a food recall. A digital task tracking solution takes the guesswork out of task completion compliance.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 29, 2023

Most commercial restaurant equipment can run a business around 10k – 200k. Purchasing equipment outright might sound better in the moment, but over time with natural wear and tear, you will need repairs and professional cleanings. Without floor drains the water waste has nowhere to go.

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Perfect Daily Grind

MAY 11, 2022

To find out, I spoke to the author of Coffee: A Global History , Professor Jonathan Morris, and Head of Coffee at Rave Coffee , Ashlee Eastwood-Quinn. Read on to find out what they told me. So, what are the most common terms used in specialty coffee and what do they really mean, especially in the context of the wider industry?

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