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THE MISUNDERSTOOD CHEF

Culinary Cues

Deep inside that crusty exterior, behind the veil of authority, underneath the hard-nosed, sometimes reactionary body of a chef lies a person who is haunted by an unrelenting need to be expressive, do things exceptionally well, and be more self-critical than any writer for the local food column will ever be.

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How Staffing and Recruitment Futureproofs F&B Growth

Modern Restaurant Management

But the expectations of guests and owners did not change. At the same time, producers, suppliers and shipping companies have increased their prices; rent and energy prices have also continued to go up vis-à-vis the impact of the Ukraine-Russia conflict. And that is just the United States. No one was prepared for that.

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How NYC Restaurants Can Thrive Through the Winter

7 Shifts

When it comes to making it through the winter, the health of your staff and guests is item number one. Keeping your staff and your guests safe and healthy is the most essential thing we can do. Keeping your staff and your guests safe and healthy is the most essential thing we can do. Set Up COVID-19 screenings for your staff.

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Increased Menu Prices Deter Guests As Rapid Check Growth Continues

Black Box Intelligence

Restaurant Guest Satisfaction Snapshot™ – February, 2022. Behind this decline in sales growth is a similar slowdown in guest counts. Sales growth improved over twice the rate of traffic in February, as average guest check growth accelerated again. Of those positive online reviews centered around restaurant food increased by 2.5

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OUR DAILY BREATH: CHEFS – REMEMBER THE IMPORTANCE OF “WOW”

Culinary Cues

What will our restaurants physically look like with social distancing, how will we be able to interact with guests at service, how will our kitchen teams function as a unit, what changes will be necessary for our menus to be effective, and what role will take out and delivery play in every restaurant concept?

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OUR DAILY BREATH: IDEATION AND SCENARIO PLANNING

Culinary Cues

How do we balance lower volume with financial needs of the operation? [] CUSTOMERS ARE CONCERNED ABOUT THE SAFETY OF THE FOOD THEY ORDER. Possible strategy: Be proactive with a well defined, enhanced sanitation and food handling protocol for your restaurant and relay this information to your guests.

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Top Cocktail and Wine Trends

Modern Restaurant Management

In addition, bartenders are mixing sparkling wine of all styles and prices into their cocktails to add effervescence, crispness or sweetness to the experience. There is also a growing trend in wines priced to sell with good value in either BTG or by-the-bottle formats to drive more orders and not just high margins.