Restaurant365

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

You’re tracking deliveries, making the most of your food budget, and ensuring your staff is prepared to serve customers. However, in between all these tasks, it is critical to devote time and energy into accurate and consistent inventory management. How can you best approach restaurant inventory management?

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Inventory Management Management Point of Sale 138

7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

If you're standing in line waiting to order the special of the night, the seasonal Panzanella Salad, you don't want to hear “86 the special”. Food runners fluctuate between the front and back of the house, and are likely to be the messenger that communicates what is 86'd from BOH to FOH. The cost of 86'ing.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Hot Palette Holdings uses AI to improve their forecasting, optimize inventory, and reduce waste. Innovative tech tools, like AI, can improve forecasting, inventory management, scheduling, customer service, marketing, and many other essential business tasks. Boost automation. Manage labor shortages.

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Food Safety Kitchen Safety Audits Food Supply 187

7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

The ripple effects of the pandemic continue: the National Restaurant Association finds that off-premises dining continues to happen much more frequently than before, with 66% of consumers more likely to order takeout in 2023 than they were before the pandemic. ChowNow ChowNow is a customized online ordering app for restaurants.

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Operations Management Management Mobile Ordering 367

7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

The ripple effects of the pandemic continue: the National Restaurant Association finds that off-premises dining continues to happen much more frequently than before, with 66% of consumers more likely to order takeout in 2023 than they were before the pandemic. ChowNow ChowNow is a customized online ordering app for restaurants.

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Operations Management Management Mobile Ordering 353

Xtra Chef

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

Food waste is a serious environmental and humanitarian issue. But restaurant food waste poses a huge problem for overall profitability in the business: The U.S. Department of Agriculture estimates that restaurants waste $162 billion in food each year. What Causes Restaurant Food Waste?

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Waste Food Front of House Compost 110

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 28, 2024

Restaurants started using 2D barcodes (such as QR codes) at dining tables to offer digital menus and even allow patrons to order with their smartphones during the pandemic, when contactless transactions were necessary. In foodservice establishments, the same technology opens doors to greater food safety and ingredient transparency.

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Lavu

APRIL 13, 2020

Waste production is going up as business owners around the world swap their waste reduction initiatives out with ways to prevent the spread of COVID-19. If your restaurants want to reduce waste even amidst the current crisis, there’s still plenty you can do. Donate Food Waste to Local Charities.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

However, the impact that AI is already having on the food industry is without parallel, helping to lower food prices, increase the availability of certain products or ingredients, and prevent supply chain shortages. This breakthrough means that these people no longer have to change their diet in order to maintain their health.

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7 Shifts

MAY 31, 2021

For example, kitchen managers rely on software to let them know how much expected inventory they have in stock. Inventory was ordered based on par levels, which are set based on sales forecasts, which are in turn determined by how many guests you'll serve and what they'll order. Purchasing & Ordering.

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Hot Schedules

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

Five Steps to Reducing Waste. The Impact of Food Waste. U S hotels contribute to the generation of 131 billion pounds of food waste every year , resulting in an enormous environmental impact, and a big dent to profit margins. Waste stretches beyond the physical, say, head of lettuce you’re throwing in the trash.

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Restaurant365

MAY 17, 2022

Food inventory management goes way beyond counting the items on the shelves. The most important part of inventory management is understanding how the amount of product relates to your profit margin. Why a POS system is not suitable for inventory management. Best practices for effective food inventory management.

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Inventory Management Management Food 78

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

We were ill-prepared for the COVID pandemic that devastated the food industry with supply chain disruptions, product and labor shortages, and soaring inflation. The biggest learning from COVID is that food businesses must be prepared for any crisis – and ensure their suppliers all along the supply chain are also prepared and resilient.

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Food Supply Supplies Food Waste 208

Restaurant365

APRIL 14, 2020

Successful restaurant operations, in any kind of economy, depend on well-managed restaurant food inventory. No matter what business model your restaurant is operating on, managing your restaurant inventory helps you prevent waste, lower your food cost, and maximize your bottom line.

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7 Shifts

JANUARY 31, 2024

Metrics and sheets you'll need to track include cost of goods sold, labor costs, new operating income, profit, and (see below) inventory costs. Inventory management Managers need to ensure the kitchen is stocked with the right amount of food so that nothing is wasted and as few items need to be 86'ed as possible.

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Restaurant365

OCTOBER 27, 2021

It has been estimated that each year, more than 100 billion pounds of food is wasted in the United States. That equates to more than $160 billion worth of food thrown away each year. The waste of food is not only a waste of money and bad for the environment, but it is also making vulnerable populations even more vulnerable.

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Waste Food Leadership Online Ordering 78

Mad Mobile

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Are you keeping a close eye on your beer, wine, & liquor inventory costs? Meanwhile, a restaurant’s bar program represents a significant source of total revenue. Because liquor, wine, and beer have such wildly varying prices, it pays to keep tight controls on ordering and inventory. Take these lessons to heart.

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Inventory Bar Management Management 40

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Restaurants are no longer just about the food – they are about the complete dining experience, which includes ambiance, service speed, and personalized interaction. Meanwhile, restaurants must effectively manage inventory, staff, and customer data. Real-time data access and management are also pivotal in operational efficiency.

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Restaurant365

MARCH 10, 2020

When you think of your restaurant finances, do you think of your inventory? Your restaurant inventory management is an oft-forgotten component of your finances, but the amount of product you have on hand represents a large part of your budget. If it’s not on the shelf, it can’t be stolen, spoiled or wasted. Sitting Inventory.

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Inventory Management Management Waste 103

Tableo

JULY 14, 2023

How many times have we heard our mums’ rattle on about not wasting food? Nowadays when looking in the mirror, perhaps I shouldn’t have obeyed However the fact remains that waste is the scourge of the 21st century. Conduct a waste audit You must first identify the source of food waste in order to address it effectively.

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Restaurant365

AUGUST 4, 2020

You invest a large amount of your budget in inventory. When that inventory is wasted, stolen or spoiled before it’s sold, it must be written off as an expense in the books. Integrating inventory management with accounting facilitates better inventory control. What is restaurant inventory management?

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Inventory Management Management Cash Management 78

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Customer Trends As eateries chart new courses in the tech terrain, they also face the challenges of keeping up with changes in customer preferences, specifically toward transparency in ingredients and more health-focused foods.

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7 Shifts

APRIL 25, 2022

Getting these numbers right means less expired inventory, fewer unhappy customers, shorter wait times, and lower labor costs. Access to these numbers can ensure your managers make smarter decisions when it comes to ordering inventory and scheduling staff. Next to labor, food cost is a restaurant's largest expense.

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Restaurant365

JULY 21, 2021

When it comes to restaurant inventory, there are a lot of moving pieces. On any given day, you may be receiving multiple food and beverage shipments from different vendors, farmers, or distributors. Understanding how to master restaurant inventory management is an invaluable skill. Set up your POS to track restaurant inventory.

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Inventory Management Management Waste 78

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 15, 2021

Inventory stock changed significantly. The ingrained customer behavior over the past year, delivery, mobile orders, curbside pick-up, will likely continue. Digitize Your Ordering Function and Enhance Your Presence. Lavu, the restaurant technology services company, estimates 42 percent of food purchases are made online.

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Technology Loyalty Program Front of House Online Ordering 199

The Restaurant Times

JULY 28, 2021

Food wastage is one of the core problems of UAE restaurants. As per the Food Sustainability Index, a person wastes 494 pounds of food per year in the UAE, which is way higher than in the USA and Europe. High food waste is not just bad for restaurants, it also impacts the environment and food security significantly.

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Waste Management Management Operations 52

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

As diners return to their favorite restaurants, bars, and other eating establishments, restaurateurs are feeling the strain put on the food supply chain. The goal for every food and beverage company is to synchronize supply and demand. Planning and Forecasting.

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Supplies Management Management Food Supply 214

Restaurant365

MARCH 10, 2020

When you think of your restaurant finances, do you think of your inventory? Your restaurant inventory management is an oft-forgotten component of your finances, but the amount of product you have on hand represents a large part of your budget. If it’s not on the shelf, it can’t be stolen, spoiled or wasted. Sitting Inventory.

Inventory 78

Inventory Management Management Waste 78

7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

Delivery, scheduling, inventory management, reservations, and guest management have seen technological advancements over the past few years, and it's just the beginning. Online and Mobile Ordering Systems. Online ordering and delivery are one of the fastest growing aspects of the restaurant industry, up 124% in 2020.

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Technology Front of House Social Media Back of House 370

Hot Schedules

APRIL 20, 2019

Five Ways to Reduce Waste. The Impact of Food Waste. US Restaurants generate between 22 and 33 billion pounds of food waste every year. All that waste adds up. In fact, the restaurant industry throws away $25 billion worth of food every year. Much of this waste is avoidable. What Can You Do?

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Waste White Paper Cash Management Inventory 60

Lavu

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

This low profit margin can be attributed to the high overhead costs associated with running a restaurant, including rent, labor, food and beverage costs, and utilities, often account for a major chunk of your expenses, making it challenging to increase your restaurant profit margin. To enhance profits, effective food cost management is key.

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Fast Casual Fine Dining Food Truck Loyalty Program 123

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 26, 2023

This past year saw the following trends: The Digital Revolution – In 2023, restaurants gravitated towards digitalization, embracing things like online ordering, mobile applications, and digital payment solutions. Regulatory Compliance – Staying abreast of evolving food safety regulations remained a persistent challenge in 2023.

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Dietary Restrictions 2024 Food Safety Food Supply 120

7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

Delivery, scheduling, inventory management, reservations, and guest management have seen technological advancements over the past few years, and it’s just the beginning. What is Restaurant Inventory Management Software? What is Restaurant Inventory Management Software? Examples of Restaurant Inventory Management Software.

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Social Media Front of House Back of House Point of Sale 370

7 Shifts

JUNE 4, 2021

Food cost percentage. Inventory turnover ratio. Your CoGSs is an essential number to have when determining your menu prices, inventory and impacts your net profit margin. To calculate your COGs, you need the following numbers: Beginning Inventory, or the value of the inventory you start with. Food Cost Percentage.

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Point of Sale Inventory Employee Relations Customer Service 417

Touch Bistro

MAY 10, 2021

And one area that is often overlooked is the question of how to reduce food waste in restaurants. Food waste costs restaurants a staggering $162 billion per year , and in America alone, restaurants generate as much as 33 billion pounds of food waste per year. Different Types of Restaurant Food Waste.

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Perfect Daily Grind

MAY 7, 2023

Sourcing and buying green coffee is certainly a big part of this, but efficient inventory management is also paramount. However, with many medium or larger-sized roasters often having anywhere up to a year’s supply of green coffee, how can they manage their inventories as effectively as possible? Read on for more of his insight.

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Supplies Management Management Food Safety 176

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Today’s restaurants are expected to deliver an Amazon-like experience: know customers’ preferences and dining habits and deliver food, whether tableside or to their front doors, without delay. Going digital – increasingly a top choice among restaurant management. Say you’re overseeing 500 locations nationwide.

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Customer Experience Operations Loyalty Program Front of House 199