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Smarter, Faster, More Human: Why AI and Automation Are Transforming Restaurants

Modern Restaurant Management

At major chains like McDonald's, AI-powered drive-through systems are reducing order errors, predicting maintenance needs, and cutting waste. For example, Taco Bell is using AI-driven labor and inventory management tools to fine-tune staffing and reduce food waste.

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2025 F&B Trends: Newstalgia, Stealth Health, and Botanical Beverages

Modern Restaurant Management

From salted egg yolks and chili crunch fusions to mushroom-infused teas and freeze-dried fruit powder garnishes, Kimpton’s in-house experts share the standout ingredients, menu items and techniques that will come to the table in 2025.

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KITCHEN LIFE & CAREER

Culinary Cues

Every cook, at least every serious cook, seems to want to work in one of those exceptional fine dining or cutting-edge experimental operations that are depicted in shows like Chefs Table or The Bear. If you are serious about a kitchen career and have the focus to map out the best path, then listen up.

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How to Calculate and Improve Your Restaurant Food Cost Percentage (Free Calculator Inside)

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Tracking it correctly will: Reveal accurate profit margins Help set profitable menu prices Flag operational problems Support better budgeting Help you stay competitive Yet, despite its importance and the advantages of using it, many operators don’t calculate it regularly or aren’t confident they’re doing it correctly.

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How To Use Restaurant Customer Data To Improve Your Business And Grow Sales

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When used strategically, customer data can help you personalize marketing, streamline operations, and create a better dining experience for your guests. The more you understand your customers, the better you can fine-tune your marketing and pricing strategies. Or adjust your staffing schedule based on peak ordering times?

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How to Find the Target Market for Your Restaurant

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Understanding your target market is the foundation of making smart decisions for your menu, pricing, and overall guest experience. Without a well-defined target market, restaurants risk wasting resources on strategies that dont connect and menu offerings that dont selltrying to appeal to everyone, but standing out to no one.

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Restaurant Cost Control Strategies Every Operator Should Be Using

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This doesnt mean cutting corners and sacrificing the customer experience; its about knowing where your money is going, spotting leaks early, and fine-tuning whats already working. Between food waste, spoilage, and inconsistent portions, youre total food costs can balloon quickly.