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MRM Franchise Feed: Franchising for Heroes and Shaq-a-Roni for Charity

Modern Restaurant Management

The organization is run by Veterans and former First Responders with a passion for helping heroes in search of their next calling and offers a variety of programs to help veterans and current and former first responders succeed within the franchising space. Jimmy's John's New Incentive Program.

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2024 Outlook: Restaurant Trends and Challenges, Part One

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On Menu Ingredients We predict the rise of “bougie” ingredients like caviar, lobster and truffle popping up at restaurants at more affordable prices and in more casual settings like fast casuals and QSRs. Franchise operators are also stepping in for their franchisees. Golden Corral is one.

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How To Make a Restaurant More Profitable

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Fast casual restaurants: 6 to 9%. Train them on upselling to increase professional service while boosting profits. If it fits your business model, make room for merchandise. A loyalty program is a great way to keep the money coming in. Catering businesses: 7 to 8%. Food trucks: 6 to 9%. Special Deals.

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Safe Distancing Tech and a Farewell to Foam

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Since its inception in mid-March, more than 500 restaurants around the world have joined the program and are reporting sales ranging from several thousand dollars to up to $60,000. The company is exploring collaborations with corporate partners and charities, as well as merchandise sales, to keep its mission alive. "When

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MRM Research Roundup: End-of-June 2021 Edition

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When they do go out, consumers prefer local restaurants over national chains; QSR more than fast casual or casual dining; and coffee shops/casual eateries are preferred over "breakfast only" spots. Chick-fil-A holds onto its fast food crown; Subway stumbles. percent to a score of 77.6

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Ghost Kitchen Franchise and Pandemic Resources

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As people head back into restaurants, fast casual and common delivery foods continue to decline at a slow rate, including fast food (down 19 percent), cheesesteaks (down 8 percent), chicken wings (down 15 percent) and pizza (down 7 percent). The new franchise program is now available nationwide.

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MRM Franchise Feed: Sandwiches Up North and Taco John’s Gets Aggressive

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In addition, Taco John’s is rolling out a systemwide remodel program to match its updated branding, driving its popularity among young consumers. The drive-thru feature is a first for the fast casual brand, which has previously focused on eat-in cafés and kiosks.

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