The Rail

APRIL 4, 2023

This is how you show them the colors and textures of your food. When it comes to video marketing for your restaurant on social media, there are a myriad of tips, tricks, topics, and trends that you can implement as soon as today in order to leverage your audience and turn it into a sea of loyal, cash-paying patrons.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

“I Heart Fries is a restaurant concept that combines a variety of delicious international foods in one place. JA: The biggest challenges are supply chain logistics, maintaining quality, and adapting to different markets. How important is social media promotion for the brand and guest engagement? a clear identity.

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Social Hospitality: Restaurants

APRIL 5, 2019

Instead, many eateries rely solely on the power of social media to pique hungry people’s interest. And, for the most part, using social media as a way to advertise is free. To make this task simpler, here are some of the most significant social media do’s and don’ts for your restaurant.

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EATER

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

That demand has been steadily growing over the last decade , but thanks to social media — particularly, the niche of #MatchaTok — it’s seen a recent, sudden spike. At least four manufacturers that Sazen works with are experiencing supply shortages over their “entire matcha portfolio” and have suspended sales.

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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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ChowNow

JANUARY 27, 2025

Restaurant Partners Making a Difference in the LA Fire Relief Efforts The ChowNow restaurant partners on this list have demonstrated the unbelievable power of food to bring people together and provide comfort in times of need, transforming their restaurants into hubs of community care and relief.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

Supply chain issues, high food costs, and labor shortages are cutting profits at restaurants nationwide, the National Restaurant Association reported. Supply shortages have also resulted in operators having to change their menus on the fly. Social Media Contests. Finding reliable staff is also a challenge.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 30, 2021

Today, examine the effects the pandemic has had on the restaurant and food service industry as well as five simple but effective marketing techniques to boost your local business. Restaurants were harder hit than most because many food related businesses weren’t ready to transition to digital services.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

Should you consider entering the food truck business? Does your dining room layout need a social distance inspired layout? Explore areas where you can purchase supplies in bulk to cut long-term costs, consider raising prices where it makes sense, and work to improve discounts and payment terms with your suppliers.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 22, 2024

The FDA has already issued more than 50 food recalls in 2024, causing many consumers to worry about food safety – and raising an important question for the restaurant industry: Would we know exactly what to do in a recall situation? As food recalls continue, it’s wise for restaurants to review their recall protocols.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 30, 2025

In recent years, the food service industry has undergone a rapid transformation of automation and increased technology usage. Fast Food and QSR Value The United States Fast Food & Quick Service Restaurant Market size was valued at US$ 248.8 Growing menu innovation and healthy fast food further drive the growth of the market.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 16, 2020

Many offices are requiring individual packaging for catered food and even office snacks. People can’t order from you if they can’t find you, so be everywhere including social media, Google Maps, and third-party marketplaces. Disrupted supply chains may affect your menu. Reinvent Your Catering Menu.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Restaurants are dealing with the dual hit of labor shortages and supply chain challenges? How is inflation affecting food prices? How is inflation affecting food prices? Hiring is difficult, people expect to be paid more, and supply-chain disruptions are all contributing to food price inflation.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 26, 2024

If your restaurant was involved in a food recall, would you know how to properly communicate about the incident to key stakeholders – including media, customers, employees, supply chain partners, and regulatory agencies? Decide in advance who the spokesperson will be, which media contacts will get your press release, etc.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 27, 2022

The restaurant industry is still dealing with pandemic-related issues, including supply chain disruptions, new COVID variants and surging cases, labor shortages, rising prices, and a shift in consumer demand. Make food safety and customer reassurance a priority to create a brand that customers (and employees) trust and support.

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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

MARCH 28, 2024

Food manufacturers and retailers are embracing a whole new world of opportunities for consumer engagement that are enabled by this newer technology. In foodservice establishments, the same technology opens doors to greater food safety and ingredient transparency.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 11, 2020

These could include cocktails, food and beverage tastings, appetizers, main courses, desserts, event decor, and just about anything else you can think of. There’s great potential for revenue here, including the class registration and any supplies you can sell for pickup at your restaurant or delivery to your customers’ doors.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 8, 2023

From the rise of Instagram food bloggers and selfie walls to paying outrageous prices for the #SaltBae experience , consumers are now expecting restaurants to deliver an experience beyond flavor. That’s why social media can be a game-changer for the hospitality industry. What Has Instagram Got to Do With It?

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

You’ve decided to focus on your restaurant's social media marketing. In this post, we'll explain what it is, why you need one, and what links you can add to give your social media marketing a jumpstart. Social Media platforms only allow you to attach one link to your bio which can be inconvenient.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 31, 2023

Offer gift card promotions to customers who purchase a certain amount of food or drink duringthe Super Bowl. 5 Use social media and email marketing to promote Super Bowl specials and gift card promotions to attract customers. With more concise menus, customers can order faster and restaurants cut down on food costs.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 23, 2024

We like to say waffles “drip with success” for food service operators, and it's because of four key factors: profitability, versatility, consumer experience and operational efficiency. Utilize social media to survey your fans for their favorite idea. “Waffle-omics” is a term we use at Golden Waffles.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Overcoming barriers to increase guest spend Rising food, labor, and general operating costs were the most pressing concerns in 2024 among respondents, further tightening thin margins. Extreme weather events have become a major cost driver, with 92 percent of respondents believing it impacted their business in 2024.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 8, 2020

This, of course, is in addition to the other important safety protocols that restaurants must follow (cooking foods to proper temperatures, avoiding cross contamination, accommodating food allergies, etc.). Food safety sanitation procedures are more important than ever to combat the novel coronavirus. Invest in Digital Tools.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

They worry because rising food costs and inflation go hand-in-hand. The rising expense of food and supplies is trending ahead of inflation rates causing restaurant margins to plummet. No matter which cost-saving routes restaurant owners choose, QR codes can help restaurant owners save money on supplies, labor and marketing.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 5, 2021

It’s not enough just to recover, retail and specifically restaurants and the food industry are compelled to pivot, adapt and create a model that will endure. Here are five trends in the restaurant industry to consider post-COVID: Labor Supply, Wages and Automation. Food Trucks Factor in the New Normal.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 14, 2020

With social distancing guidelines specifying six feet of distance between customers in essential businesses, and most states ordering stay-at-home and shelter-in-place mandates, many restaurants that previously focused only on exceptional dine-in experiences, or those that thrived on foot traffic, have been forced to shutter.

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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. This shift is driven by growing environmental awareness, social media scrutiny, and increased access to digital information. Transparency meets these demands directly.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 24, 2022

Utilizing co-sourcing, restaurants, restaurant software providers, food distributors, or suppliers of any size can take advantage of the global talent pool at a scale that makes sense for them. Inventory management and supply ordering is another area where the restaurant industry can benefit from co-sourcing.

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 13, 2025

billion and international food delivery service Deliveroo for $3.9 That deal will allow restaurants to place ads outside of DoorDash, on Google, social media and other websites. It’s been a little over a month since DoorDash announced it was buying both SevenRooms for $1.2 billion, both in cash. Sign Up Thanks for signing up!

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 2, 2020

So, with so many restaurants offering great food and service, what was the differentiator? So, the public is listening and watching very closely for clues that you are doing all the things to keep employees, the food, and customers safe. The same goes for the standard of service. In a word- hospitality.

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Culinary Cues

JANUARY 8, 2021

will have the upper hand when it comes to securing those prime job opportunities. [] SOCIAL MEDIA SAVVY. Chefs who are experienced in multiple ways of connecting customers with their food (catering, food trucks, pop-up restaurants, delivery, take out pick-up, etc.) then it’s time to retire. [] SUPPLY CHAIN NEGOTIATOR.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 12, 2022

Restaurants continue to face labor and supply chain issues, plus rising food costs. This can be done by calculating your restaurant’s food cost percentage and cost of each dish using reports and data that an integrated point-of-sale can provide. Offer Easy Online Ordering. Be In Charge of Your Own Marketing.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 1, 2020

Some of the biggest risks that you’re likely to face as a restaurant owner include: Foodborne illnesses: food poisoning, contaminated water, and cross-contamination of cooking ingredients. Spread of infectious diseases due to the social nature of restaurants. Establish a Robust Supply Chain.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

All that said, grappling with supply chain and labor shortages and with an imperative to keep everyone safe continues to put restaurant operators in a tough position. Do you know your restaurant's food cost percentage and each dish's plate cost? Go Digital. Being a restaurant owner comes with a unique set of challenges.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 29, 2022

billion on national television advertisements, and digital spend is also on the rise given the increasing influence of social media platforms like TikTok. How do brands know if their media spend is making an impact with diners? In 2021, QSR brands spent an estimated $1.8

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 10, 2020

The National Restaurant Association remains on top of the issue providing updates and resources including a fact sheet and a webpage with an FAQ, industry guidance, and food safety guidelines provided by ServeSafe to address increasing questions about COVID-19. We ensure food safety. Cash is dirty.

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