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AI and Robotic Revolution: A Glimpse into the Future of the Restaurant Industry

Modern Restaurant Management

Think about the touch-screen ordering systems at fast-food chains, or the self-serve kiosks at McDonald's. Why hire food runners when Servi can handle the job without missing a beat? And with robots like Tao greeting customers at the door, even front-of-house roles might be at risk. They weren't alone.

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Pandemic Reflections: What Lessons Has the Restaurant Industry Learned?, Part Two

Modern Restaurant Management

." As we mark the fifth anniversary, MRM magazine surveyed restaurant insiders about the pandemic’s lasting impact on their businesses and the industry. The past five years have reinforced the critical intersection of digital and hospitality in the restaurant industry. Technology continues to transform restaurant operations.

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Restaurant Staff Training 101

7 Shifts

From onboarding new hires to upskilling existing staff, a comprehensive training program can improve customer service, boost efficiency, and foster a positive work culture. Front-of-house (FOH) staff, like servers and hosts, will need customer service training, upselling techniques, and communication skills.

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Restaurant Operations Management: A Guide for Restaurant Owners

ChowNow

Effective labor management means hiring the right people, providing thorough training , creating efficient schedules, and building a culture that keeps employees engaged. Front-of-house teams need clear expectations, strong training, and a service mindset that ensures guests feel valued. What is Restaurant Operations Management?

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Perkins and Huddle House aim for revivals with boba, smash burgers and drive-thrus

Restaurant Business

11, 2025 Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Huddle House will add drive-thrus as it moves into more urban and suburban markets. | Perkins, the 68-year-old chain best known for its bakery case, recently began serving boba and frozen margaritas, while its younger sibling Huddle House, 61, is rolling out smash burgers.

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How this entrepreneur's bagel runs became a business

Restaurant Business

By Lisa Jennings on Jun. 27, 2025 Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Jeff's Bagel Run has 15 units open, expecting to reach 30 by the end of the year. Photo courtesy of Jeff's Bagel Run. Jeff Perera jokes that his bagel chain is the result of a love story. “I I made a bagel for my wife, because she asked me to,” he said. She’s on time.

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Coffee News Recap, 13 Jun: Gesha scores 98 points at 2025 BoP, potential IPO for Pret A Manger & other stories

Perfect Daily Grind

JAB hired bankers to attract new investors as it considers an IPO for the coffee and food to-go chain. Every Friday, Perfect Daily Grind rounds up the top coffee industry news from the week. Editor’s note Best of Panama (BoP) is always guaranteed to grab headlines, but this year’s competition was especially newsworthy. billion in sales.

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