Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 12, 2021

According to Upserve’s 2020 State of the Restaurant Industry Report, the industry will collectively lose $240 billion, with casual dining sales volume down by 60 percent and fast casual down 50 percent. Employee attitudes can make or break a retail establishment.

Fast Casual 164

Fast Casual Food Safety Loyalty Program Customer Experience 164

The Restaurant Times

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Charting a path that spans the domains of retail, e-commerce, and hospitality, Karl Goodhew’s story is a reflection of the remarkable possibilities that technology, innovation, and a relentless drive for change can create. Goodhew has a passion for technology and innovation and a vision for transforming the fast-casual dining industry.

Innovation 52

Innovation Fast Casual Retail Loyalty Program 52

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 3, 2021

In addition to the emergence of indoor dining, it explores rising competition between fast food and fast casual restaurant brands with COVID restrictions loosening. “The data strongly signals long wait times are a vulnerability for fast food restaurants as they compete for customers. . Fast food reigns supreme.

2021 189

2021 Fast Casual Mobile Ordering Guest Recovery 189

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 17, 2020

A consumer's brand loyalty was also impacted during recent events, with 33 percent of overall respondents citing an increase in loyalty to the brands they frequented during stay-at-home-orders. This sentiment was most prevalent with millennials, with 43 percent reporting an increase in loyalty.

2020 197

2020 Loyalty Program Mobile Ordering Fast Casual 197

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 5, 2022

The coffeehouse chain will become one of Bakkt's flagship retailers and embrace crypto through its payment app. After announcing the partnership, the company ran a pilot program in outlets in Denver this month. Innovative Loyalty Schemes. Blockchain technology can allow companies to offer loyalty schemes.

Serving 189

Serving Loyalty Program Food Supply Point of Sale 189

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 15, 2020

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features the dismal March restaurant sales, security, loyalty, trends and teen consumer behaviors. Fine dining and upscale casual were the worst performing segments during March based on same-store sales growth. March Sales Decline. percent in March.

2020 196

2020 Fast Casual Point of Sale Online Ordering 196

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 28, 2020

Just Salad was the first national restaurant chain to label its entire menu with carbon emissions similar to how brands like Allbirds had done in the retail sector. A lot of retailers rushed to market in response to COVID-19 to provide mobile experiences that prioritized safety and contactless interactions. Most definitely.

2021 230

2021 Mobile Ordering Loyalty Program Kitchen Safety 230

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 22, 2020

The fast-casual brand continues to grow amid the pandemic and is on track to open more than 30 restaurants this year. Together, they are launching the Pathways to Black Franchise Ownership program, an innovative personal development training initiative that equips potential business owners to operate high-performing businesses.

Franchise 154

Franchise Franchising Loyalty Program Kitchen Safety 154

EATER

MAY 2, 2023

Some are essentially beefed up loyalty programs promising perks like free delivery and points that can be used toward future purchases; others are monthly meal deliveries that drop chef-prepared dinners right on your doorstep; and others are wine clubs that bundle bottles with tasting notes to turn subscribers into instant connoisseurs.

Loyalty Program 75

Loyalty Program Social Media Customer Service 2022 75

Sling

JULY 24, 2023

4) Spiffy Spiffy aims to modernize staff training for restaurant and retail businesses. UpMenu is an online ordering platform with a built-in customer loyalty system and options for building branded websites and apps. 19) Yodeck Many fast-casual restaurants and cafes use TVs or similar screens as menu displays.

2023 78

2023 Management Management Tip Distribution 78

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 21, 2020

We’ve also noticed the increased importance of loyalty programs at times like this. During the start of the pandemic, data show that sales from loyalty program customers dropped off more slowly and ultimately recovered faster than anonymous ones. Bruce Reinstein, Partner, Kinetic12. Raquel Rosenthal, CEO, Digilant.

2020 197

2020 Kitchen Safety Food Safety Loyalty Program 197

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 14, 2020

In this edition of MRM News Bites, we feature robots in fast food, virtual education and chef-inspired, plant-based ice cream. They are offering $0 delivery fees** from all merchant partners in DoorDash’s program to support Black-owned businesses on DoorDash and Caviar through the end of 2020. ” Resetting America.

Mobile Ordering 164

Mobile Ordering Certification Loyalty Program Kitchen Safety 164

BNG Point of Sale

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

Fast Food And Quick Service . The high turnover nature of these operations tends to result in fewer kitchen staff required, cheaper food and menu items, and smaller retail spaces, than other types of endeavors in the restaurant industry (and indeed other catering businesses). Loyalty Program .

Food Truck 52

Food Truck Loyalty Program Food Point of Sale 52

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

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.

Franchise 177

Franchise Franchising Loyalty Program 2022 177

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

42 of the country’s favorite fast food and restaurant chains still don’t offer a plant-based entrée, according to a report released today by The Good Food Institute (GFI). The organization’s most recent survey found that 69 percent of hospitals in their network are working to reduce meat in patient and retail settings.

Hospitality 183

Hospitality Food Consumer Goods Point of Sale 183

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 16, 2019

The best performing segments during November were those whose sales are the most negatively affected by Thanksgiving: fast casual, upscale casual and casual dining. Expect for casual dining, upscale casual and fine dining to have abysmal sales and traffic growth numbers. First, at 2.1 Top QSR Traffic.

2019 128

2019 Compost Mobile Ordering Point of Sale 128

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 22, 2021

“While this 2020 required us to pivot, we’ve been able to stay focused on maintaining our position as the fastest growing fast casual brand,” said Swenson, who joined Dave’s Hot Chicken at the tail-end of 2019. ” Naf Naf Expands in Dallas Area. . ” Fogo de Chão Inks New Deals. .

Franchise 203

Franchise Franchising 2020 2021 203

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 12, 2019

An inaugural loyalty program (September). “Salata is on an upward trajectory to become “the” premiere national fast-casual salad restaurant,” said Wheeler. Program, which has impacted more than 65 million students in 35 years. Local Subway® Day Program Celebrates Nearly a Decade.

Franchise 110

Franchise Franchising Loyalty Program Book 110

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 20, 2023

.; Co-founder, Carbonate Looking back at 2023, I witnessed a significant shift in how restaurants approach loyalty programs. Customers displayed a pronounced preference for flexibility, seeking the capability to modify loyalty programs in response to evolving consumer trends and demands.

2023 197

2023 Loyalty Program Mobile Ordering Consumer Goods 197

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 4, 2020

Additionally, the results indicate that the negative effect of COVID-19 was smaller for fast-food restaurants compared to full-service establishments. If there is a specific type of business that could benefit during the remainder of 2020, it could be the fast food industry. percent demand decline. Beauty care, SPA, and fitness center.

Loyalty Program 145

Loyalty Program Fast Casual Online Ordering Consumer Goods 145

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 21, 2022

From grocery to retail; offering an opportunity for consumers to linger or pop in to pick up a meal not only adds revenue opportunities but also foot traffic and consumer preference data. Loyalty will continue to get more personal and less transactional. Gamification will play a larger role in driving brand loyalty.

2023 167

2023 Loyalty Program Fast Casual Customer Experience 167

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 2, 2024

This trend will manifest itself at many levels, whether in retail labeling or how restaurants describe their menu items to customers. 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.

2024 197

2024 Fast Casual Insurance Food Safety 197

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

Fast food, fast casual and sit-down restaurant apps have seen the biggest jump since last April. Orders from fast food apps increased 38 percent, fast casual apps increased 71 percent, and sit down restaurants increased 88 percent. 86 percent have ordered directlyfrom a restaurant app in the last six months.

2021 189

2021 Mobile Ordering Loyalty Program Download 189

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

Elo’s Sonal Apte, vice president of retail and hospitality. Technology is ever-changing and constantly disrupting industries – from restaurants and retail to healthcare – and everything in between. In the short term, it’s QSR that will experience labor improvement, then fast-casual. Reduce theft.

Mobile Ordering 215

Mobile Ordering Front of House Fast Casual Customer Service 215

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 26, 2021

Flynn now owns and operates a combined total of 2,355 quick-service, fast casual and casual dining restaurants, generating $3.5 “With this product in hand, Meals on Wheels programs will be able to continue to deliver nutritious meals to homebound seniors while providing much needed financial relief.

Franchise 171

Franchise Franchising Fast Casual Loyalty Program 171

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 12, 2020

Through this program, Dunkin’ franchisees have the opportunity to offer their restaurant employees an affordable, flexible and supportive pathway to an associate or bachelor’s degree from SNHU. Taffer’s Tavern has its eyes set on bringing its bar fare andbeverage program to D.C. Restaurant Sherpas.

Franchise 168

Franchise Franchising Food Safety Kitchen Safety 168

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 1, 2020

Other businesses have seen a surge of consumer interest, including chicken-wing joints (+84 percent), pizzerias (+71 percent) and fast-food restaurants (+55 percent). dine out more often to fulfill basic needs and gravitate toward drive-thru and take-away options associated with QSR and fast casual. In the U.K.

2020 191

2020 Fast Casual Food Safety Guest Recovery 191

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 25, 2021

In today’s competitive market of fast casual chicken concepts, our brand has continued to differentiate itself with our made-from-scratch food and our hospitable atmosphere that guests are excited to return to,” said Scott Deviney, CEO of Chicken Salad Chick. " Jack in the Box Relaunches Franchise Program.

Franchise 167

Franchise Franchising Customer Experience Point of Sale 167

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 17, 2021

Both opportunities provide franchisees with a turnkey opportunity that includes a detailed training program, real estate/food truck leases, all kitchen equipment, inventory, supplies, and a three-month capital reserve among other benefits. For more information on the program, including the 2022 scholarship application details, visit [link].

Franchise 172

Franchise Franchising Food Truck Loyalty Program 172

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 16, 2021

Fast-food establishments with traditionally lower wage work are promising hourly rates of up to $15/hour. Dinova’s preferred business dining solution has delivered spend visibility, cost savings and an employee rewards program for companies since 2010. ” Key components of the report include: 1) Road to recovery.

2021 180

2021 Guest Recovery 2019 Loyalty Program 180

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Ike’s Love & Sandwiches is ranked #12 on Fast Casual’s Movers and Shakers 2021 list. Ike’s appointed industry veteran Adam Rinella as Vice President of Development to help the booming fast casual brand reach even more markets. Rinella is skilled in bringing restaurant ideas into reality.

Franchise 188

Franchise Franchising Food Fast Casual 188

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 15, 2021

All these markets are in areas where restaurant restrictions had been eased or lifted as of May, and fast casual chain customer transactions grew. Most fast casual chains, which relied more heavily on dine-in and didn't have drive-thru operations, were not. Seamless — Best Rewards Program.

2021 197

2021 Fast Casual Online Ordering Consumer Goods 197

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 2, 2020

With the simplification of removing cash, restaurant owners are able to prioritize fast transactions at the point-of-sale, which can be especially important for QSR and fast-casual concepts. Sweetgreen reported the ability to process as many as 15 percent more sales an hour thanks to its cashless payment system.

Cash Management 169

Cash Management Mobile Ordering Fast Casual Point of Sale 169

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 11, 2020

” Andrew Jhawar, Senior Partner of Apollo and Head of the Consumer & Retail industry group, added, “We are pleased that Smart Foodservice will be able to thrive with a strong complementary partner in US Foods. Two-Hens Growth Fueled by Accelerator Program.

Bar 154

Bar Cash Management Loyalty Program Point of Sale 154

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 27, 2020

Formed with an anchor investment from Starbucks and in collaboration with Valor Equity Partners, VSV is a leader in early-stage food, food technology, and retail technology investing. The email receipt option allows restaurant operators to maintain contact with their guests and to nurture patron loyalty.

Food Safety 176

Food Safety Kitchen Safety Mobile Ordering Guest Recovery 176

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 20, 2021

. “Hospitality operators should be prepared to meet this demand — both from an operational and technological standpoint — to keep guests safe and provide the types of hospitality experiences that will foster long-term loyalty with customers. Based on data collected from 6,000 fast food restaurants in the U.S.,

2021 189

2021 Online Ordering Mobile Ordering Guest Recovery 189

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

The James Beard Foundation’s programs exist to serve and bolster people at different points in their careers. The Awards are one of these programs.” To access the Leading a Fair Kitchen, free, online leadership training program, chefs and operators can visit FairKitchens.com for step-by-step instructions.

Food 173

Food Tip Distribution Guest Recovery Food Safety 173