Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 24, 2023

Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology has become invaluable in the food industry. AI can also improve sustainability within restaurants – and throughout their supply chains – with huge benefits that include waste and carbon emissions reduction, cost savings, and meeting consumer demand.

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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. With AI, food companies can calm ingredients that trigger allergens.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 28, 2023

What if I told you that you could solve a variety of your problems by improving your supply chain transparency? Supply chain transparency can provide vital information about suppliers’ environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives. Customers want to know where their food is coming from.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Integrating IoT devices and connectivity drives efficiency, enhances food safety, mitigates risks, increases transparency, reduces waste, and provides many other benefits for restaurants. The numerous, significant benefits of using IoT in the restaurant industry include: Enhancing food safety. Optimizing shelf life and reducing waste.

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Culinary Cues

AUGUST 21, 2023

Beginning with a few flamboyant artisans like Jeremiah Tower, Paul Prudhomme, Wolfgang Puck, and Alice Waters – the chef came out from behind the curtain as the star of the show, the person responsible for over-the-top food that wowed and inspired people of all socio-economic backgrounds. Yeah, sounds like a great battle cry, doesn’t it?

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 27, 2022

As we close out 2022, food production is at risk. We’re still facing product shortages, exacerbated by ongoing supply chain interruptions and the Russian-Ukrainian war stalling food shipments – including 9.5 Inflation is causing food prices – and food insecurity – to soar. . Focus on Sustainable Food Production.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

Few scenarios strike more fear into a restauranteur’s heart than the prospect of serving food to patrons that makes them sick. However, even with the greatest attention to food safety, there is no single way to eliminate all foodborne illness because its sources are numerous and diverse. Regulatory Requirements.

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Culinary Cues

MAY 14, 2020

It became obvious to some that putting all of our eggs in one basket was not a wise decision for our country, a decision that could lead to a breakdown of the food production/distribution system if conditions turned sour. These same phenomena can be applied to almost every aspect of food production and processing in the U.S.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

And while many restaurants have returned to a post-COVID normalcy, the impending inflation has now introduced rising food costs, ultimately impacting the restaurant supply chain as food costs rise. This means it is key to provide all open locations are distributed with the right supplies to run day-to-day operations.

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Culinary Cues

JULY 15, 2022

But not enough attention is being given to the issues surrounding the supply chain and the lack of real solutions. Think of the impact on supply that this creates now and in the future. [] GROWING POPULATION: While numerous factors impact food supplies, the world population continues to grow and so too does the demand for those products.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

The food your restaurant serves should taste good, look appealing, and be safe! Each year, food safety breaches sicken 48 million people in the United States and, of those, 128,000 are hospitalized and 3,000 die. Food safety must be “baked in” to your brand’s culture so key audiences know that you prioritize it.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 1, 2023

Everything from decreasing food waste to exploring how automation can increase revenue for small business restaurants is related to BOH procedures. They include restaurant management tips for cutting costs, decreasing food waste, and much more. Here are some back of office trends to watch for in 2023.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

Globally, one third of the food produced for human consumption is wasted. So, how can we both solve the food waste issue and ensure better food availability? Waste can occur anywhere along the food supply chain, which includes production, processing, distribution, and consumption. Improving Distribution.

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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

DECEMBER 8, 2023

B – Bulk Up on Your Supplies If you’re planning on putting in a bulk order for food and supplies in the coming weeks, you might want to consider your timeline. With this influx of orders coming and shipments that need to be made, understand that the supply chain will be strained during this time of year.

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Sculpture Hospitality

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Mastering the art of food inventory management is an essential skill for any culinary business, be it a bustling restaurant or a cozy cafe. Making sure that your food supplies are fresh and efficiently restocked, all while minimizing waste, requires a well-structured approach.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 31, 2023

How much information do you have about the foods your company handles in the course of business? If subjected to a food recall, would you be able to produce clear records delineating every touchpoint where the food was produced, harvested, processed or transformed, shipped, received, and used?

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Transact

JULY 7, 2022

It is no secret that some of the largest pain points in the food service industry have been widespread supply shortages, labor shortages, and reduced access to skilled talent. In their 2022 Global Restaurant Trends Forecast , Technomic predicts that “2022 is all about labor, supply disruption, and inflation.”

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 4, 2022

Inflation is at its highest in decades, with food and energy costs rising faster than the average, not to mention labor cost increases across all industries. In addition to a surge in demand, supply chain bottlenecks continue to impact supply for a variety of products. Let’s start with what’s happening and why.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

Restaurants have faced labor shortages, supply and equipment shortages, and climbing food prices, with no past playbook on how to navigate the crisis. In fact, according to the National Restaurant Association, 95% of operators said their restaurant has experienced supply chain delays or shortages in recent months. Food Shortage.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 10, 2022

Here are three ways you can reduce your restaurant supply and labor costs: Use Technology to Streamline Operations. Whether you’re taking inventory, ordering supplies, or managing the supply chain – it all costs time and labor. Take food cost management for instance. Take food cost management for instance.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 2, 2022

Soaring prices, continued supply chain disruptions, and ongoing staffing shortages are creating a perfect storm for restaurants. Food and labor costs are elevated and expected to remain high in 2022 , negatively impacting restaurants’ profit margins. To maximize your existing resources: Reduce food waste.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 22, 2022

Rising food costs are the number one issue of concern for chefs heading into 2023, according to the survey, with 44 percent of respondents ranking it as their top worry. Rising labor costs, the inability to find staff to hire, and rising non-food costs (utilities, containers, furniture, etc.)

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

The turmoil caused by the pandemic has disrupted global supply chains more than any other period in recent history. It has highlighted the critical importance of evolving supply chain systems to be more responsive and agile to the changing dynamics around us – which the past two years have been extensive.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Food waste is recognized as an endemic challenge around the world. According to Feeding America , nearly 40 percent of all food in the U.S. For restaurants, an industry with challenging profit margins, minimizing food waste is nothing less than a survival strategy. restaurants lose $162 billion annually in food waste costs.

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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

DECEMBER 1, 2021

We’re in an unusual time when troubled supply chains are suddenly top of mind for the average American: supply chain woes have become fodder for late-night television hosts, and countless headlines warn us that we should’ve started our holiday shopping yesterday. Increasing Risk of Food Recalls Highlights Need for Planning.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Yelp found that food businesses are seeing one of the largest increases of inflationary experiences compared to Q3 2021, followed by restaurants. Consumers report experiencing inflation the most at food businesses and restaurants, with inflation mentions in reviews up 31 percent and 28 percent, respectively year over year. ”

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 9, 2022

The restaurant industry loses an astounding $162 billion each year in food waste. All restaurants should proactively work to reduce food waste, which will also help you save money, increase profits, spotlight your commitment to sustainability, and help the environment. Between a third and a half of food is wasted worldwide annually.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Fewer employees have carried the burden of prepping, cooking, and serving food while working to keep guests safe. The CDC estimates that, each year, 48 million ( one in six ) Americans get sick from contaminated food or beverages, a problem that costs more than $15.6 Ensure safety all along the supply chain.

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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

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

Inflation, scarcity in the supply chain, and labor constraints have tacked on dollars. Before we begin, we need to realize that the guacamole product served to customers is not solely factored on the price of the ingredients, but you’ll find the sneaky costs in labor, waste, food safety, and shipping. Food Safety.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 13, 2022

A fragmented supply chain is also increasing ingredient costs, leading restaurants to balance staff churn with a changing menu to keep revenue consistent. Monitoring Supply Can Curb Waste and Loss. food delivery companies brought in roughly $5.5 This is a key indicator that food delivery has become a customer preference.

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Cheetah

APRIL 30, 2021

In case you haven’t noticed, the food truck market is on the rise , which means you need to up your game. The right commissary kitchen can mean the key to a successful food truck business – considering it offers all the benefits of having your own kitchen, without a lot of the associated overhead, paperwork, and hassle.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 28, 2021

From full service to fast-casual to legacy fast-food brands, the one constant was disruption. Labor shortages and other factors are affecting the global supply chain in never-before-seen ways, and certain commodities are intermittently not available, or if they are, they’re expensive.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 20, 2021

While the restaurant sector shut down during the pandemic, food supply chain technologists were working hard to open new avenues to improve automated processes for restaurants. percent accuracy, saving labor, reducing waste, and making food safer across the enterprise. Online tools exist to help operators on their journey.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 18, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic led to fluctuations in domestic producer prices, particularly in the food sector , according to the U.S. Combine the rising prices of food with the drive to be more sustainable, and we have reached the point where we need to reduce, reuse, and shop local. Rather than waste food, we can redistribute it.

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