Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 1, 2021

Technology will be vital in the months – and years – ahead as the pandemic continues to change the conversation about food safety. Restaurants now must prioritize the overall safety of the restaurant environment, in addition to addressing food safety itself. Why is transparency so important?

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 27, 2023

The art of hospitality, which thrives on personal interaction and the nuanced understanding of guest needs, is being augmented by technology's precision and consistency. Restaurateurs must ensure that technology acts as an enabler of hospitality, and not as a replacement for the warmth and individuality that diners cherish.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

The Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) was signed into law in January of 2011 and expanded the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)’s authority to regulate the way foods are grown, harvested and processed. This last initiative is perhaps the most urgent for food businesses and requires immediate attention.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Alongside wild stories detailing how foodborne illnesses can happen, Shaw offers practical solutions to avoid food safety breaches. Shaw is a food safety specialist, podcaster, founder of Savvy Food Safety, co-founder of My Trusted Source, and an entrepreneur, author, and speaker who spent 30+ years working in the foodservice industry.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 15, 2022

Supply Chain Benefits. Blockchain technology has proven to be a disruption around the world, changing the game for many important processes including storing data, tracking and digital authentication. Visibility in all aspects of the supply chain is important for restaurants, especially since food is a sensitive product to handle.

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Culinary Cues

JANUARY 8, 2021

Think about the technology sector as a prime example. Chef’s who are able to progressively teach cooks and even service staff about the ingredient, preparations, flavor profiles, pairings, and presentations of the food that is designed and produced in the kitchen will be in high demand. If this is your M.O.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 9, 2020

While everything feels overwhelming in the world, focus on these five solvable challenges: Prioritize a Food Safety Culture. With or without a pandemic, food safety culture is what you do when no one is looking. Use Tech Tools to Quickly Diversify Your Supply Base. Technology is the answer.

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Goliath Consulting

JUNE 15, 2021

Since the start of the pandemic, safety measures such as social distancing, lockdowns and mask-wearing have completely changed our understanding of how consumers spend on food. 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).

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 17, 2020

Comfort Food. DoorDash commissioned a survey* to better understand just what Americans love the most about KFC, fried chicken, comfort food, sauces and more. 85 percent of Americans say they order extra food when ordering delivery or take out in order to have leftovers. Food Safety Supply Chain.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 5, 2022

Cryptocurrency has real-world applications in the food industry, with restaurants using it to create new and exciting foods for their customers and find ways to use crypto as payments. Application of Blockchain in the Food Industry. Blockchain technology has been applied to the food industry. Easy transactions.

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Lavu

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

In the face of a staggering global issue, restaurants must proactively avoid food waste. billion tons of food are wasted annually across the globe. Restaurants, a big part of this challenge, can substantially impact by adopting sustainable practices and reducing their contribution to food waste.

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Perfect Daily Grind

MAY 28, 2023

One of the most prominent is an increasing move towards automation and technology. During this period, we have seen the uptake of automated systems and technologies grow across every level of the coffee supply chain – from production to roasting to brewing. What about automation in other areas of the coffee supply chain?

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 8, 2024

This trend reflects the growing popularity of drive-thru and fast-casual dining, coupled with the demand for digital technologies such as QSR digital signage and QR codes. The future of restaurant businesses will likely involve a hybrid approach, combining the efficiency of technology with the warmth and personal touch of human service.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Our restaurant of the future is designed to benefit guests, employees and franchisees, with a new external design and a reimagined kitchen that will make it easier for us to serve hot, delicious food quickly for frictionless guest experiences, and we expect to see a lot more of that next year. Clinton Anderson, CEO, Fourth Enterprises.

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Apicbase

MAY 21, 2024

That means balancing brilliant ideas with practicality and taking the time to consider all variables that can impact food costs , menu scalability, and customer first impressions. Operational realities like ingredient sourcing, kitchen workflow, pricing strategy, and branding play a role in menu development.

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Culinary Digital

MAY 16, 2022

And while foodservice has changed forever, so has the technology that supports it. For the industry to thrive once again, it will need to lean into this technology as a viable solution for combatting trials on multiple fronts. But offering healthy food options isn’t enough. That’s where proper food labeling plays a role.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 25, 2020

Additionally, restaurants will experience a significant shift in technology and customer service. Additional care should be taken to ensure that the sources of outside air have proper clearances from other building exhaust sources such as grease or toilet exhaust.

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Goliath Consulting

JUNE 15, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic has proven to us all just how interconnected our food system is in the US if not, the world. 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. Multiple Sourcing and Backup.

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Culinary Digital

OCTOBER 23, 2023

In our fast-paced world, technology has revolutionized the culinary and the dietetic industry. Additionally, inventory management software helps prevent food wastage by optimizing supply chains and minimizing overstocking. In this article, we will explore how the use of digital tools can significantly improve dietary operations.

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Apicbase

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Restaurant operations management is about making sure everything in a restaurant works together smoothly to deliver great service, tasty food, and keep everyone happy, from the guests to the staff. The process requires accurate and up-to-date sales figures, food costing, and inventory data to make the necessary calculations.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 14, 2021

Knowing this will continue into 2022, we are continuing to focus on implementing technology that will help on-site team members streamline and efficiently perform their work to the best of their ability. Restaurants will continue to grapple with labor shortages and supply chain disruptions throughout 2022.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 23, 2020

Therefore, restaurant operators are embracing guest-focused technologies within their restaurants, such as kiosks and mobile devices to serve their guests at a safe distance. Business begins at the endpoint, especially in food service and hospitality. Focus on the Endpoint. Personalize and Optimize with Machine Learning.

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Apicbase

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

This strategic orchestration extends to menu planning, pricing, inventory management, health and safety protocols, and the testing and implementation of new technology. The process requires accurate and up-to-date sales figures, food costing, and inventory data to make the necessary calculations.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 12, 2021

They are enjoying all aspects of their dining experience — the food, the interaction with employees, the ordering and payment process, the cleanliness and safety of the environment. To best adhere to changing guidelines and regulations and ensure employee and consumer safety, many restaurant brands turned to technology.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 28, 2020

We also see this gaining traction with consumers similar to how calorie labeling became a major source of information for our personal health. Technology is becoming a big part of how we run our business. The younger generations don’t just want great food, they expect memorable experiences. Lavu CEO Saleem S.

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Future Food

NOVEMBER 7, 2021

The Trends to Watch in 2022 & Beyond The changing face of Food & Hospitality. Whilst some food and hospitality businesses chose to pivot their businesses early, out of necessity, others have elected to respond to changes in consumer preferences and are quickly reshaping the food and hospitality landscape in front of our eyes.

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Cheetah

DECEMBER 10, 2021

Operators are diversifying oil types and supply sources, while adjusting menus and learning how to prolong fry life. . A migrant worker shortage in Indonesia and Malaysia, the source of 85% of the world’s palm oil, led to a global shortage causing prices to double. Is it gold or oil we’re talking about here?

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 24, 2020

” Traditionally, to enable delivery most sellers list their menu on food delivery platforms because the restaurant doesn’t have their own couriers. 4 Deploying easy to adopt contactless payment technology – rapidly, and at scale – is critical to enabling faster, more secure commerce.

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EATER

DECEMBER 14, 2021

Supply chain disruptions were a theme of 2021, but thanks to viral recipes, some ingredients were hit especially hard I learned a hard lesson on a recent trip to my local Asian supermarket, Tan A. Viral food trends are nothing new for social media. Bradley, professor of operations management and information technology at the Raymond A.

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Apicbase

APRIL 5, 2024

When thinking about restaurant automation, imagining a future where AI-powered androids shake cocktails and drones drop food deliveries through your skylight is fun. But automation in food service is much more than that. And over half of respondents said they plan to spend more on technology and automation tools in 2024.

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Apicbase

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Food traceability is compulsory for many food companies in the US, Europe, and the UK. These businesses are accountable for any safety issues in their supply chain and must have information on traceability for the goods they grow, distribute, and sell. And that, in turn, drives more interest in food traceability software.

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The Restaurant Times

JUNE 26, 2021

Processes like food production, inventory management, supply chain, marketing, and sales may need to be tweaked according to the new market realities. Source: Forbes. Proper maintenance and sanitization of the kitchen should be done frequently to ensure maximum safety for your employees. Embrace Technology.

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Open for Business

MAY 19, 2023

As guest preferences change and new developments in technology come out, keeping up to date can help you in several key ways. First of all, making the most of technology can boost your bottom line by helping you do more with less without compromising hospitality. Digital kitchen display systems could make paper tickets obsolete.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

Over the next decade, a generation passionate about health and wellness will demand restaurants be transparent about food from farm to table. Guests will expect to know every aspect of sourcing and meal preparation, which will disrupt traditional back-of-house systems with technology that connects the farm to the food.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 21, 2022

A tightly integrated technology strategy will be key to workplace satisfaction and profitability. Having a single supplier and point of support for all the store technology and payment processing functions also reduces administrative burden and risk. – Chris Adams, VP of Strategy, Oracle Food and Beverage. "As

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The Rail

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

By Briana Hilton, Contributor The “ slow food movement ” has been given a big push by new post-pandemic demands, with many restaurants now nearshoring or reshoring (sourcing supplies closer to their location so as to have greater control over supply). Embracing Circular Supply Chains.

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The Restaurant Times

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

A restaurant kitchen’s design and layout should allow food to flow smoothly from the prep area to the line. Include precise measurements of food preparation, display, refrigeration, and storage equipment, and be smart in determining what is most critical. Source: Sam Tell Companies. Know Your Local Health Codes .

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