Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 11, 2025

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked Zabaneh to elaborate on best practices restaurant operators should put in place now. What can restaurant operators do to bring in new guests and keep them coming back for more? For back of house, operators should focus on tech that drives speed, efficiency, and cost savings.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 23, 2025

From labor to supply chain to utility bills, restaurant operators are feeling the pressure. And when those are off, waste and inefficiencies climb. That level of control has helped us reduce waste by nearly 75 percent during slower periods, in addition to serving our guests the freshest food possible.

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ChowNow

MAY 9, 2025

In this article, you will learn: The five most important restaurant costs to track and manage Easy strategies for controlling food costs and labor costs Tactics to save money without hurting your guest experience Lets start with the big picture and learn where your money is actually going.

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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. What is Restaurant Operations Management? Great restaurant operations dont happen by accident.

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ChowNow

JUNE 12, 2025

A lot of operators still might not do it, though, either because they underestimated how important it really is, or they felt overwhelmed by the math it takes to get accurate numbers. It’s the foundation of knowing your actual food cost. Accuracy matters, especially when food prices fluctuate. It’s just part of the job.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 16, 2024

were registered on food delivery platforms like Grubhub, DoorDash, and Uber Eats. They will create multiple fake accounts in bulk and then sell them to those looking for a discount on food. What factors are fueling food-app fraud? What are some common fraud activities you are seeing that affect restaurants? In 2023, over 1.5

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7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

After all, it’s not just the quality of your food that can keep customers coming back — 73% of diners base their satisfaction on the quality of service they receive. Looking for someone to oversee day-to-day operations is a critical business decision that needs careful consideration.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 16, 2025

With food and overall costs climbing, owners and managers are finding creative ways to reduce expenses and manage their spending more efficiently. From managing actual water use to reducing waste tied to drinking water, restaurants have a significant opportunity to save money and minimize unnecessary spending. According to the U.S.-based

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

While this can be largely attributed to supply challenges associated with bird flu which has affected nearly 100 million egg-laying hens since 2022, it's not the only factor. Commercial operators who have been impacted have moved swiftly to repopulate hens. Other things to do: manage food waste and examine your P&L. "It's

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Restaurant Business

JULY 9, 2025

Zero-waste, high-fiber snack bars Food What operators should know about ancient grains Sponsored content from our partner Furmano’s on Jul. If you’re looking to incorporate international dishes into your menu, either to explore global themes or for educational food programs, ancient grain-based options are a great choice.

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The Rail

MARCH 31, 2025

With cloud-based software and platforms like Microsoft Teams, restaurants can standardize processes across multiple locations and speed up supply management. It ensures process consistency and simplifies operations across multiple sites. These solutions reduce costs, improve service, and simplify operations across various locations.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

While this can be largely attributed to supply challenges associated with bird flu which has affected nearly 100 million egg-laying hens since 2022, it's not the only factor. Commercial operators who have been impacted have moved swiftly to repopulate hens. Other things to do: manage food waste and examine your P&L. "It's

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Restaurant operators searching for something versatile that will cross the dayparts need to look no further than their breakfast menu as waffles have been breaking out of the morning. Also, with its versatility across day parts, operators don’t have to bring in additional SKUs for new menu innovations. Waffles saw a 15.4

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Lavu

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Real-time inventory systems help restaurants cut food waste , save money, and improve operations. Automate Orders : Automatically reorder items when stock runs low, minimizing waste and emergency purchases. Integrate with POS Systems : Sync with sales data to refine menu choices and track high-waste items.

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ChowNow

MAY 23, 2025

A spike in food costs, a drop in sales volume, or one slow season can wipe out months of hard work. They tell you how much money your restaurant keeps after paying for everything from food costs to labor expenses to utilities and rent. came to $35,000, and your operating expenses (labor, rent, insurance, etc.)

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 13, 2025

The fast-food franchisor is asking a federal court to sign off on its decision to terminate Paradigm Investment Group’s franchise agreement. Starbucks’ latest gambit to improve operations? Private-equity firm Savory Fund made a major investment in casual-dining chain Hawkers Asian Street Food. Sign up here.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 24, 2024

B Corp Restaurants As of early 2024, almost 150 restaurants around the world have achieved the certification, from fine-dining independents to fast-casual chains, with hotels, breweries and food delivery companies also dotting the list. Green Restaurant and Slow Food were others we considered.

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7 Shifts

OCTOBER 28, 2024

A bar is a profitable business option if you’re looking to enter the food industry. Start by tracking all the income your bar generates, including sales from drinks, food, and any additional services. Once you have that total, subtract all of your costs, such as labor, inventory, rent, utilities, and other operating expenses.

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ChowNow

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Most of the restaurant technology tools operators use every day were first introduced years ago, but it wasnt until the 2020 Tech Boom, brought on by COVID-19, that widespread adoption became essential. Do you lose money due to food waste? Identify your biggest pain points. Are labor costs too high? Too many missed reservations?

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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.

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ChowNow

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

For operators, restaurant apps mean higher sales, greater customer retention, and smoother day-to-day operations. Beyond mobile ordering, restaurant apps support operations in ways that were never available before. These apps make it easier to manage digital orders, streamline kitchen operations, and reach more customers.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 13, 2025

Have you ever wondered how a restaurant chain can truly integrate sustainability into its daily operations? The restaurant industry has traditionally been riddled with waste, high energy and water usage, and deep ties to our intricate, often unsustainable, food system. At Snooze, an A.M.

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 11, 2025

The Atlanta-based company is hoping that more modern food and restaurants will help its brands break through with younger consumers. The restaurants tend to be community hubs, “a part of life” in the cities and towns where they operate, O’Reilly said. That means you can now get boba at Perkins. By Joe Guszkowski on Jun.

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Perfect Daily Grind

JUNE 19, 2025

Strong demand from the EU and US markets has driven this growth, despite persistent logistical bottlenecks and global supply shortages. Bogotá, Colombia) Tue, 17 Jun – Drive-thru coffee chain 7 Brew franchisee M7B secures fresh funding to expand operations. Taken together, these trends illustrate a global market in a state of flux.

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Lavu

JUNE 30, 2025

Running a successful restaurant today requires more than great food and friendly service—it demands smart technology that drives efficiency. A well-designed POS system improves restaurant operations by streamlining order management, speeding up transactions, and delivering real-time insights that help optimize every aspect of the business.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 5, 2025

Food waste is one of the restaurant industry’s most persistent and costly challenges. According to ReFED , restaurants in the United States alone waste 5.76 million tons of food every year. That food waste equates to billions of dollars literally thrown away.

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7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

According to 51% of restaurant operators, staffing is one of the top challenges to success. How do you handle special dietary requests or food allergies? Use this interview question to explore the candidate’s familiarity with food service operations. How do you manage stress during a busy service shift?

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The Restaurant Group

FEBRUARY 23, 2025

Proper inventory tracking helps reduce waste, control costs, and boost profits. With a solid Restaurant Inventory Management system, your kitchen runs like a well-tuned engine, keeping operations smooth and your customers happy. Prioritizing it leads to: Lower food costs by minimizing spoilage and overordering.

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Crunchtime

JUNE 3, 2025

Operating as floating cities with concentrated consumption, limited storage capacity, and complicated global supply chains, cruise lines have developed sophisticated inventory solutions that handle what most restaurant environments would consider impossible.

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 17, 2025

We have found that, by keeping it in each location, we’re able to have the freshest product possible, as well as being able to manage inventory levels and waste accordingly,” said Kern. Side salads are designed for the car cup holder. Photo courtesy of Greenlane.

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Lavu

APRIL 17, 2025

Managing food costs is a growing challenge for restaurants as ingredient prices fluctuate and margins shrink. Real-Time Inventory Tracking offers a powerful solution by giving operators instant visibility into whats in stock, whats being used, and what needs to be reordered. Success stories highlight the impact of this technology.

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 17, 2025

Continue to Site >>> Menu C-stores are stealing fast-food tactics. Not quite yet An easy way to bring bold Korean flavors to modern menus From BBQ to beverages, menus are seeing a lot of action Food C-stores are stealing fast-food tactics. Photo: Shutterstock Made-to-order food, value offerings, loyalty programs.

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Perfect Daily Grind

JUNE 27, 2025

Earlier this week, Starbucks denied reports that it’s seeking a full sale of its China operations. Bengaluru, India) Wed, 25 Jun – Conflict in the Middle East may disrupt coffee supply chains and raise costs, although ceasefire holds steady. The winners will be announced on Sunday, when four new World Coffee Champions will be crowned.

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EATER

MAY 21, 2025

Camp Denali | Murray Cohen Operating a full-time bakery in the backcountry of Denali National Park was an opportunity to step out of the confining rhythms of modern life This time last year, I was living in New York City, working what Id once considered to be my dream job as a food writer at a major publication.

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ChowNow

JULY 4, 2025

Dining habits change, food costs fluctuate, and customer preferences can shift depending on what’s trending. The problem is that many restaurant operators don’t always pick up on the signs that it’s time for a menu update. That’s when it’s time to take a closer look at your food costs and how they’re impacting your bottom line.

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Harbor Touch

MARCH 18, 2025

Our goal is simple: give you tools to streamline operations, cut costs, and grow your business without burning out. Operational Efficiency 3. Restaurant Business Online reports top managers cut waste by 15% with tight trackingon a $50,000 food budget, thats $7,500 saved annually. Staff Management 1. Notice a slow Tuesday?

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Lavu

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Product Mix Reports : Identify bestsellers and underperforming items to optimize your menu and reduce waste. Inventory Reports : Monitor stock levels, usage patterns, and waste to control costs and prevent overstocking or shortages. These reports are your roadmap to better profits and smoother operations. sbb-itb-b95d74b 4.

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