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How Loyalty Programs Give Customers the Biggest Bang for Their Buck

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Digital loyalty programs surged 124 percent during the height of the pandemic, helping restaurants drive more frequent visits and higher check averages from devoted customers, according to market researcher NPD Group. Having a loyalty program today is table stakes. Loyalty Lessons Learned.

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Restaurants Can Optimize Revenue with Pay By Text

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Customer service : Restaurants are able to send a short “How was your food?” Loyalty : Making it easier for someone to pay, receive their meal, and address any concerns means a loyal, happy customer who is sure to order again. Customers can ask any questions about safety protocols or menu options right away.

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8 Ways to Navigate The Restaurant Staff Shortage

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According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics July 2023 Job Openings and Labor Turnover Summary , the number of job openings in the food services and drinking places industry was 1.9 This means that there were 600,000 more job openings than hires in the food services and drinking places industry in July 2023.

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4 Proven Reopening Marketing Strategies for Restaurants

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Let diners know you have their safety in mind and be clear about the steps you’re taking to ensure it. Reservation Systems Can Boost Your Marketing. Some of the leading reservation systems recently added new features to adapt to Covid-19. Start a Loyalty Program. Tock also came out with a suit of new feature.

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Hospitality trends restaurants should know in 2023

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And showing that you’re aware of the latest trends can attract new guests, build loyalty, and raise your profile. Quick Links Technology Relationships Food and Menus Technology trends to watch People are drawn to the restaurant business because they don’t want to be glued to a screen all day.

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The Future of Dining: Industry Expert Insights

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Chris Boyles, VP of Food Safety for Steritech. For fast food, as self-driving cars continue to become more sophisticated, the drive-thru may evolve for a pre-order lane. We may eventually simply send an empty car to pick up the food and bypass the delivery driver as well. Here are their insights.

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Back of House Restaurant Guide: Integrating FOH and BOH for Seamless Operations 

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These include food production and inventory management. Additionally, the BOH handles food safety and restaurant administration. This includes the food prep and kitchen areas, food storage rooms, walk-in fridges, pot wash stations, staff break rooms, and offices. Food safety. Cost control.