Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 30, 2025

National chains bring with them the benefits of size: expansive advertising budgets, advanced technology, and nationwide name recognition. Some ideas: Work with schools beyond fundraisers: offer to host field trips where kids tour the kitchen, decorate desserts, or learn about food safety. Parents and staff will remember it.

Small Business

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 24, 2025

Restaurant brands are seeking out emerging technology to be more efficient and using data analytics to improve the drive-thru experience and this is only the beginning, according to Tim Tang, Director of Enterprise Solutions at Hughes. Rising minimum wage and higher food/operational costs are an unsustainable recipe.

Loyalty Program

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 26, 2024

By mid-2024, 82 percent of food and beverage operators were still actively recruiting, with chefs and cooks comprising 30 percent of open roles. Economic shifts including inflation-driven cost increases in food, utilities and supplies; regulatory changes and climate-related disruptions will continue to challenge restaurant operators.

2025

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

This helps the business manage its bottom line – especially given the higher cost of cooking oil in recent years – and the quality of the food coming out of its kitchens. The process was ripe with safety risks for employees and liabilities for the franchisee. “I talk about it all the time,’ Neal said.

Kitchen Safety

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Understanding Restaurant Safety Restaurants are fast-paced operations and any safety vulnerability can quickly derail business. Safety training should take place upon hire for all new employees, but that should not be a one-time event. We also recommend post-incident training to ensure incidents do not repeat.

Insurance

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 24, 2025

In the fast-paced world of food service, communication is everything. Nearly all (96 percent) restaurant managers rely on communication technology in their daily operations, with the most popular tools being mobile phones (74 percent) and in-app platforms (46 percent). Streamlining training is the key to breaking this cycle.

Communication

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 20, 2025

To tackle these issues, it’s crucial to invest in technology solutions that streamline your operations. Today’s breed of advanced technology solutions offer a comprehensive platform to manage these elements efficiently. For example, create checklists for food quality and packaging to ensure every order meets your standards.

Catering

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 9, 2025

Restaurants must navigate an intricate web of federal and local compliance parameters, from food and workplace safety regulations, to labor laws, to environmental concerns – and when the consequences for violations are so severe, remaining compliant can feel like walking through a minefield.

Restaurant Law

Culinary Cues

APRIL 7, 2025

These cooks and chefs will not only accept technology in the kitchen, but they will also actively look for ways to make it their critical component. [] KNOW THAT DIVERSITY HAPPENS NATURALLY IN KITCHENS: Diversity in the kitchen need not be mandated or a concern.

Kitchen Safety

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 19, 2025

Restaurants – and their trading partners – can be impacted by recalls at any time, even if they adhere to the strictest food safety protocols. Pivot from Manual Systems to Automation Recently, cucumbers, sausage, baked goods, pork , and other foods were recalled. How are you tracking the products you receive?

Management

Crunchtime

JANUARY 9, 2025

Food safety technology has come a long way. W e've outlined 3 key areas where technology can be used to improve food safety practices in c-stores from Loves Travel Stops Director of Food Service, Nick Bouse. Let's dive in.

Food Safety

EATER

APRIL 8, 2025

Train food, Ive come to learn, is its own distinct and expansive category. I often bring my own food on long train rides: okra stew and crab rice, or perhaps my dads spaghetti and meatballs, as well as fruits and cakes, all packed in my trusted backpack cooler, along with an electric travel Crock-Pot that has saved me on many Amtrak trips.

Training

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 11, 2025

While the pandemic forced consumers to leverage contactless payment, such as tap-to-pay, out of pure health and safety concerns, it’s quickly become the normal course of business for restaurants aiming to streamline operations and maximize convenience. Technology continues to transform restaurant operations.

Front of House

The Rail

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Have you noticed how food delivery apps are becoming essential in attracting and retaining diners? In this article, we’ll show you exactly how to create a food delivery app tailored to your restaurant’s needs, while staying competitive in a booming industry. The global online food delivery market size was valued at USD 221.65

Delivery

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 18, 2025

Brands – parent of KFC, Taco Bell and Pizza Hut – is partnering with Nvidia to accelerate the development of AI technologies for its restaurants. It’s no surprise that the fast food chains, which have over 100,000 outlets between them, see opportunities for AI efficiencies. .”

Food

The Rail

JUNE 6, 2025

1 Simplify the Dining Area for Comfort and Style Updating the dining area produces a friendly environment that invites guests to remain longer and enjoy their food. 2 Fresh and Local Ingredients Elevate the Menu Using fresh, locally grown foods freshens the menu and demonstrates quality consciousness.

Social Media

The Rail

JANUARY 3, 2025

By Indiana Lee, Contributor The restaurant industry is one of the most fast paced in America, with new trends, dishes, and technologies emerging year-round. For example, training employees to not waste food and other resources is a growing priority for restaurants seeking to minimize environmental impact while maximizing efficiency.

Training

Lavu

JUNE 20, 2025

The restaurant industry is evolving fast—and at the heart of this transformation is new restaurant technology. In 2025, staying ahead means more than great food—it means leveraging the right tech to boost efficiency, reduce costs, and elevate the guest experience. Honeygrow is the first company to try this technology with restaurants.

Technology

ChowNow

MARCH 14, 2025

Every day, youre juggling staff, food quality, inventory, customer service, purchasing, and moreall while trying to cultivate a dining experience that wows your customers enough to keep them coming back. Customer Service and Experience Great food and drink is only truly enjoyed when its coupled with a great service experience.

Operations

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Offering Bento Packs for individually portioned meals and a la carte buffet-style trays for customizable group settings, L&L’s catering options bring Hawaiian-style comfort food to events large and small throughout our locations nationwide. In what ways can operators enhance the dining experience while still providing value?

2025

QSR Automations

JUNE 10, 2025

a leading back-of-house operations platform provider for the restaurant industry, and QSR Automations, LLC, a global kitchen operations technology company, today announced their intention to merge. The merger of the two companies will create a restaurant technology company that delivers solutions for the entire food lifecycle at scale.

Technology

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 16, 2025

Now, our challenges have evolved: Keeping Pace with Technology : From AI tools to social algorithms to customer data platforms, the pace of innovation is nonstop. Restaurants and bars had to quickly pivot, letting guests know how to order online, if dine-in was available, or what safety protocols were in place.

Marketing

Restaurant Business

JUNE 23, 2025

23, 2025 Photograph: RATIONAL Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Maintaining clean and hygienic equipment is one of the most important tasks in food service — and also one of the most despised. Most of all, it’s not nearly as much fun as preparing food and serving customers, the reason most people love working in food service.

Food Supply

The Rail

APRIL 10, 2025

By Indiana Lee, Contributor Guests want to know where their food comes from, how it was raised, and whether it aligns with their values. According to a study from Delierect , 43% of restaurant diners say they are willing to pay more for sustainable dishes, and 68% believe restaurants should take active steps to reduce food waste.

Food Supply

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 31, 2025

Participants reported continued food and labor cost increases, with 89 percent experiencing rising staff expenses, well exceeding the 79 percent of last year's survey who predicted labor cost increases. More than half of those coping with food cost inflation this year are seeing a 1 percent to 5 percent increase. percent 11.4

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Perfect Daily Grind

MAY 26, 2025

As consumer demand continues to grow, coffee shops and roasters must consider an often overlooked aspect of cold brew production: food safety. You may also like our article on why the coffee industry needs to take cold brew food safety seriously. We also observed E.

Food Safety

Lavu

MAY 2, 2025

Managing food allergies in a restaurant isn’t just about good service its a critical safety responsibility. Managing food allergens in restaurants is non-negotiable, especially with 32 million Americans living with food allergies. KDS Integration : Streamline order preparation with allergen-specific alerts.

Allergens

Lavu

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Real-time inventory systems help restaurants cut food waste , save money, and improve operations. On top of that, technologies like IoT sensors help monitor storage conditions, further preventing spoilage throughout the supply chain. Reduce Spoilage : Get alerts for expiring items and use the FIFO method to manage perishable goods.

Waste

PathSpot

OCTOBER 31, 2024

In today’s food service industry, maintaining cleanliness goes beyond simply meeting regulations—it’s about creating a safe and healthy environment for both customers and employees while safeguarding your business’s reputation. Food service businesses need real-time, actionable data that ensures hygiene standards are being met consistently.

Food Safety

ChowNow

MARCH 28, 2025

With rapid advances happening across various industries, including the food industry, you might be wondering: What does AI have to do with running my restaurant? Some restaurants use computer vision for things like tracking foot traffic and monitoring food safety. The short answer? More than you think.

Front of House

The Restaurant Group

DECEMBER 8, 2024

Introduction to Food Waste in Restaurants Food waste is a significant challenge for the restaurant industry, impacting both the environment and profitability. Understanding how to reduce food waste in restaurants is the first step toward sustainable and cost-effective operations.

Waste

Lavu

APRIL 17, 2025

Managing food costs is a growing challenge for restaurants as ingredient prices fluctuate and margins shrink. With real-time data guiding inventory decisions, restaurants can take tighter control of their food costs and boost long-term profitability. Improves Compliance : Ensures proper storage and food safety standards.

Inventory

Future Food

MAY 29, 2025

Following our time at the 2025 FoodService Australia Food and Hospitality Week at Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, one thing became abundantly clear: hospitality businesses that are embracing integrated, intelligent technologies are not only adapting to industry change, theyre leading it.

Hospitality

Harbor Touch

MARCH 18, 2025

Restaurant Business Online reports top managers cut waste by 15% with tight trackingon a $50,000 food budget, thats $7,500 saved annually. Streamline Operations with Technology Paper tickets and manual counts slow you down. Food Safety News says 60% of diners now prefer this option for speed and safety.

Management

Lavu

MAY 23, 2025

If youre wondering how to open a deli that stands out in a competitive food market, this guide walks you through every critical step from business planning and licensing to choosing the right equipment and location. Food trends come and go, but the classic sandwich stands the test of time. However, the process is often more technical.

2025

PathSpot

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Today, one thing is sure: customer expectations around cleanliness and food safety have dramatically shifted. Cleanliness is a matter of safety, trust, and confidence. The silver lining is that restaurants embrace cutting-edge technologies like PathSpot to meet and surpass these elevated standards.

Dine-in

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 11, 2025

No matter how much technology evolves, or trends shift, people will always come back for quality food, great value, and friendly service. TMAD's Mad Dash program success has proven that the right technology, which improves the customer experience and speed of service, has been a worthwhile investment for the brand.

Loyalty Program