Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 17, 2020

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. Curry Up Now also limits their disposal waste by using real plates, silverware and cloth napkins in-house and packaging all to-go orders in recyclable and compostable containers.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 13, 2020

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. Moe's Franchise Transfer Complete. The revenue-based incentives come from a combination of reduced royalties and initial franchise fees. Nathan's Teams with Kitopi.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 18, 2019

Winnow Raises $20M to Fight Food Waste. The company, with US offices located in Iowa City, has recently made headlines in the country, having been selected as a food waste innovator and recipient of the Zero Hunger | Zero Waste Kroger Foundation Grant. 63 million tons of food is wasted every year.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

In recent years, the restaurant industry has incurred staffing issues that have closed independent establishments and franchises nationwide. For instance, AI can help monitor inventory levels, track ingredient freshness, and optimize cooking times and temperatures, leading to consistent food quality, reduced waste, and increased efficiency.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 5, 2019

This edition of MRM News Bites features McDonalds, the Food Waste Reduction Alliance, OpenTable, Ordermark, Hudson Group, Hakkasan Group , Waitr and Checkers, ICV Partners, Restaurant Technologies, Diebold Nixdorf and Alto-Shaam. " Reducing Food Waste. Changes at the Top for McDonald's. in January 2017. in January 2017.

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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. Hardee’s filed a counterclaim against a big franchisee that is the only one in the system to close most of its restaurants at 2 p.m. Starbucks’ latest gambit to improve operations?

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 15, 2020

However, according to the USDA , up to 40 percent of the nation’s food supply is wasted each year – the economic equivalent of approximately $161 billion. Now, more than ever, is the time to focus on the bottom line reducing our food waste and thus food costs in an effort to survive. The Challenge. Creative Solutions.

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 11, 2025

and Canada, Irving, Texas-based 7-Eleven also operates and franchises Speedway and Stripes stores, as well as Laredo Taco Company and Raise the Roost Chicken and Biscuits restaurants. The c-store chain is also selling any variety of Red Bull for three for $8, for a limited time. With more than 13,000 stores in the U.S.

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 11, 2025

At Huddle House, development is also picking up, with 50 franchise agreements in the pipeline, including the largest deal in the brand’s history that will bring 20 locations to the Houston area. The brand has rebuilt its presence on Instagram and TikTok and is seeing stronger engagement from younger customers.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 5, 2020

After moving from Australia to NYC, I couldn’t be more excited to make my mark as a part of this innovative, culture-lead team.” The mobile app solution empowers franchise owners and store managers by digitising their operating procedures and helping achieve compliance, team accountability and improve performance.

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Goliath Consulting

JUNE 15, 2021

This has resulted in under-ordering (and dissatisfied customers) or over-ordering (and increased waste). Problems such as over or under-ordering, food waste, supplier unpredictability, negative customer satisfaction and impact on the restaurant’s reputation can all stem from ineffective inventory management (5). Conclusion.

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Restaurant Business

MAY 31, 2023

Some operators are facing these challenges with innovation, however—adding automation as well as incorporating more digital offerings that help reduce staff intervention in processes are becoming more widespread, and these automated processes have an array of benefits. For franchisees looking for a profitable franchise, bb.q

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 12, 2025

Premium Food An eye on food waste inspires a chicken salad that becomes a best seller Behind the Menu: Millers All Day repurposed leftover breakfast waffles into croutons to create a new signature—the Chicken and Waffle Salad. Buyers appear eager to take on certain types of restaurant chains. It’s a unique spin on Southern comfort.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 16, 2021

With current supply chain issues and these brands already operating under thin margins, we expect operators to be strategic when it comes to menu sizes, limited offerings and daypart offerings to limit waste, cut costs, and maximize profitability. Brooklyn Dumpling House just opened and they're already franchising the idea.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 12, 2022

The pandemic has permanently altered the consumer-restaurant relationship with operators investing in technology and real estate to align with changing consumer preferences, according to the 2021 Restaurant Franchise Pulse survey, conducted by TD Bank. " Restaurant real estate changes to align with consumer preference.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 8, 2024

This capability can prove invaluable for refining pricing strategies, optimising ingredient and waste management, and planning forthcoming shifts, among other benefits. While you can not always control the commodity pricing, you can control how you manage it by reducing waste, optimizing efficiencies and leveraging margins.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Third – and this is true of all industries, not just restaurants: being innovative and flexible has tremendous value. You have to constantly adjust and innovate based on what's happening in the marketplace and environment. Matt Eisenacher, VP of Brand Strategy and Innovation, First Watch.

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7 Shifts

JANUARY 31, 2024

Inventory management Managers need to ensure the kitchen is stocked with the right amount of food so that nothing is wasted and as few items need to be 86'ed as possible. Log item transfers and wastes. Innovation This is one of the most challenging restaurant manager responsibilities simply because it's rather ambiguous.

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Goliath Consulting

JUNE 15, 2020

Akash Kapoor, CEO of Bay Area-based franchise Curry Up Now, is simplifying his menu by combining. “We What about issues concerning reducing food waste? Menu Changes and Flexibility. Menu changes have become a widely-adopted solution to a variety of supply issues facing operators. Consulting an expert helps, too.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 6, 2024

When presented with Budderfly's innovative Energy as a Service (EaaS) offering, we recognized the opportunity to not only optimize energy consumption but also to pioneer a new era of sustainability within the industry. Streamlined operations and reduced waste contribute to overall cost savings and improved profitability.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 28, 2020

This growth is fueled by an aggressive expansion plan for their restaurant and consumer customers, as well as an eye towards ongoing innovations like the Green Circle Chicken, a unique vegetable-fed bird that eats excess vegetables rescued from restaurant kitchens and markets. Zagat debuted Zagat Stories. Taylor Sokol.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

Single restaurant proprietors and large franchise chains alike utilize SALIDO’s enterprise-level solution to revamp traditional and outdated operational systems. ” The majority of SALIDO's employees joined NAB following the acquisition to continue innovating the Restaurant OS. ” DIY Meal Kits Made Easy.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

Technology-enabled franchises are better positioned to continually evolve to meet guests’ changing expectations. At Capriotti’s we are on a continuous and ever accelerating path toward innovation while building on our unique heritage. Historical and predictive Sales data. Store schedules and labor management.

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MBB Hospitality

MAY 15, 2024

The world of franchising changes as fast as the trends, and franchisee innovation is central to staying competitive and meeting evolving consumer demands. As we approach 2025, several groundbreaking innovations, including franchisee innovation, are reshaping the franchise landscape.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 11, 2020

” The 25th edition of Scoop features products designed to help bar-and-grill operators easily get creative and innovate with their menus, with elevated, upsell-worthy versions of their traditional bar-and-grill fare. Innovative Experiences. It can be served with signature dips or used as a slider bun for a sandwich.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 19, 2020

With the acquisition of Johnny Rockets, FAT Brands will have more than 700 franchised and company owned restaurants around the globe with annual system-wide sales exceeding $700 million. The organization owns the Roy Rogers brand, as well as Marriott and Hilton franchises in Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Georgia. Communication platform.

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Cheetah

FEBRUARY 19, 2022

This week we sat down with one of the Bay Area’s healthiest and most innovative restaurants. They leverage technology and a franchising model to maximize efficiency and keep operational costs low. One Bay Area restaurant is doing everything it can to minimize their carbon footprint and food waste – and seeing profitable results!

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 7, 2020

.” Founded as a food cart on the corner of 53rd Street and 6th Avenue in New York City in 1990, The Halal Guys has grown to 94 locations worldwide, with hundreds more in development under its partnership with franchise developer Fransmart. In a busy restaurant, timing and efficiency is everything.

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Focus POS

JUNE 27, 2019

This costly waste can be prevented by using your POS to auto-generate reorders when pre-defined levels are reached. Especially useful for franchises with more than one location, this feature allows you to be untethered from the computer. Restaurant Franchise Management. Managing a franchise already requires a lot of time.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 24, 2020

Ultimately, our end goal with virtual kitchens is to reach wider audiences with our acclaimed, innovative menu items.” ’s unmatched scale and strengths in franchising, purchasing and brand-building.” ” Yum! Being part of Yum! will take The Habit Burger Grill to the next level by leveraging Yum!’s

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 16, 2019

Minimal Waste – Ono’s food truck is designed to be environmentally sustainable. “We are constantly working on innovations that help merchants find new, meaningful ways to reach customers and run their businesses more efficiently,” said Fuad Hannon, Head of New Business Verticals at DoorDash.

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7 Shifts

JANUARY 31, 2024

Inventory management Managers need to ensure the kitchen is stocked with the right amount of food so that nothing is wasted and as few items need to be 86'ed as possible. Log item transfers and wastes. Innovation This is one of the most challenging restaurant manager responsibilities simply because it's rather ambiguous.

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Hot Schedules

MAY 25, 2021

My goal is to create an atmosphere of mutual trust and respect to enable the people to communicate, cooperate and be innovative. With a focus on mobility, operational efficiency, and technological innovation. Chad Marais. Software Engineering Manager. Vanya Dimitrova. Scrum Master.

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Perfect Daily Grind

MAY 12, 2023

The Canadian coffee chain will sign a master franchise and development agreement with quick service restaurant operator BKR Co., Funding will be used to expand its footprint across the Asia Pacific region and to accelerate product innovation. Tim Hortons to launch in South Korea in 2023.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

For five years, these independent businesses, many of which are single-unit franchises, have faced serious threats of regulatory non-compliance and legal action that have restricted capital investment and stifled growth and job creation. ” Chairman Ring was joined by Board Members Marvin E. WorkJam Acquires Forge.

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Apicbase

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

At the forefront of the UK’s culinary scene, Heavenly Desserts shines as a beacon of innovation. Founded in Derby, England, in 2008, this restaurant franchise skilfully navigates the challenge of blending traditional hospitality with a cutting-edge digital strategy. In a word, technology. This greatly enhances efficiency.

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Apicbase

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

At the forefront of the UK’s culinary scene, Heavenly Desserts shines as a beacon of innovation. Founded in Derby, England, in 2008, this restaurant franchise skilfully navigates the challenge of blending traditional hospitality with a cutting-edge digital strategy. In a word, technology. This greatly enhances efficiency.

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Franchise Franchising 2008 Mobile Ordering 52