7 Shifts

JANUARY 26, 2021

From a projected record growth at the top of the year to a decline of nearly $240 billion in sales and 2.5 Embrace Digital Hospitality ?? Far-and-away the biggest change for the hospitality industry has been the widespread adoption of technology, which has gone from a luxury to a necessity for restaurants to operate.

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7 Shifts

MARCH 18, 2021

And a general fear of going out, at least early on, contributed to a dramatic drop in sales across the entire restaurant industry—one we’re still recovering from a year later. How restaurant sales were impacted Shortly after lockdowns were initiated, restaurant sales across the board—from full-service dining to coffee shops—took a nosedive.

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7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Food Service, Kitchen, & Hospitality Tech. Cooks and back-of-house employees tend to work with inventory management software and kitchen display technology. Cooks and back-of-house employees tend to work with inventory management software and kitchen display technology. Table of Contents. Skills for Your Resume.

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7 Shifts

JANUARY 10, 2024

Twenty minutes east of the White House, in D.C.’s s Union Market District, sits the modern Mexican restaurant Destino. It’s awkward because people are often unsure of the ‘right’ amount to tip, so tip amounts vary from person to person. Restaurant workers, who rely on tips to supplement their income, are torn on the subject.

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7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

The first technologies that restaurants often invest in are the cloud-based point of sale (POS) systems and payroll processing. Scheduling software like 7shifts can also pull data from your POS to track labor against sales and get a more accurate picture of your labor cost—saving your restaurant money and time. SkiptheDishes.

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Technology Front of House Social Media Back of House 370

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 16, 2021

While sales are trending higher, the National Restaurant Association reports three in four operators say recruitment and retention is their toughest challenge. Restaurants juggle multiple operations simultaneously on any given day, from tracking sales to planning logistics and maximizing the customer experience.

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Apicbase

MARCH 3, 2023

Although the point-of-sale system (POS) remains the technological heart of restaurants, numerous technologies run behind the scenes these days. These back-of-house software systems have become indispensable for modern restaurants because they enhance profitability and simplify work for restaurant managers and kitchen staff.

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7 Shifts

JANUARY 10, 2024

Twenty minutes east of the White House, in D.C.’s s Union Market District, sits the modern Mexican restaurant Destino. It’s awkward because people are often unsure of the ‘right’ amount to tip, so tip amounts vary from person to person. Restaurant workers, who rely on tips to supplement their income, are torn on the subject.

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FOH Front of House Customer Service Back of House 195

7 Shifts

JANUARY 5, 2022

Trusted by restaurants internationally, 7shifts is backed by industry giants like Danny Meyer and his investment firm Enlightened Hospitality Investments. The term “ restaurant technology " is thrown around a lot, and it's understandable why restaurant owners and employees are skeptical when they hear it. No more spreadsheets or whiteboards.

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Back of House Point of Sale Front of House Coaching 368

Lavu

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Running a Bar: 7 Key Features You Need to Become The Best Bar POS System in 2024 In the bustling world of hospitality, the backbone of a bar’s success lies in its operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. At the forefront of this achievement is the POS software, a pivotal technology that has transformed how bars operate.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 24, 2022

Ensuring guests experience true hospitality is tantamount to running a successful restaurant. Thanks to restaurant technologies, it’s possible to not only deliver a superior customer experience — the crux of hospitality — but also take things to the next level. What Makes Hospitality So Vital to the Dining Experience?

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7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

The first technologies that restaurants often invest in are the cloud-based point of sale (POS) systems and payroll processing. Inventory management software is one great resource to help cut down on food waste, food cost and ensure that everything in your back-of-house is streamlined for transparency and profitability.

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7 Shifts

JULY 12, 2023

Because at this point my idea was like, oh, okay, Poppy's a brunch restaurant. She now co-owns Poppy + Rose, Poppy & Seed , and Root of all Food , an LA-based catering company. She joined us on The Pre-Shift Podcast to discuss her philosophy on managing a team, including how she coaches managers. It served a purpose. I seen the books.

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Culinary Cues

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

There are numerous multi-billion dollar chains along with countless mom and pop operations that do a great job on this front. This was (is) the design of classic coffee houses, speakeasys, and corner cafes for generations. I know what you are thinking – WHAT!!!! At least the real bad news is out of the way.

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7 Shifts

JANUARY 31, 2024

Managing a restaurant is a delicate routine—if we can even call it a routine. A better description might be a balancing act that presents new and unique challenges every day. Managers are responsible for nearly every aspect of the restaurant and have to cover a variety of duties. This part of the job is arguably the most multi-faceted.

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7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

But we're at an inflection point in the restaurant industry. Back-of-House and Front-of-House. High turnover has long been a core tenet of the hospitality industry. Back-of-House and Front-of-House are an even split. Back-of-House and Front-of-House are an even split.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Running a successful, finely-tuned takeout operation is a complex and challenging endeavor no longer relegated to businesses basing their models primarily on delivery sales. While perhaps a consistent feature of your daily business, they are not your employees.

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7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

There are 101 ways to dole out restaurant tips - from percentages to points to whether kitchen staff gets a share. We invited four restaurateurs from diverse backgrounds to talk about their philosophies on tipping: Ksenia Adams - Tech Lead, Human Capital Systems @ Union Square Hospitality Group in NYC. Table of Contents. The Panelists.

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BOH Restaurant Law Back of House Front of House 195

Xtra Chef

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

Should you focus on the in-house experience or pivot to off-premise options? The holiday season is usually full of family, friends, and fun—and a lot of profitability for the restaurant industry. In fact, a survey of small business owners found that 47% of restaurants enjoy the most profitability during Q4. Consideration 1: COVID-19.

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Hospitality Seasonal Menu Front of House Social Media 155

Future Food

MAY 10, 2022

Applicants for hospitality jobs are at a two-year low, with the number of job ads at a two-year-high, jumping 20 per cent in February alone. Observations from a Hospitality Consultant. Hospitality Workforce the Key to Business Success.

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Hospitality Food Supply Customer Service Customer Experience 78

Open for Business

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Streamline the front of house. Run a smooth back of house. Streamline the front of house. Keeping front-of-house activities humming like a well-oiled machine is important for every restaurant. Keeping front-of-house activities humming like a well-oiled machine is important for every restaurant.

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Technology Front of House Back of House Online Ordering 147

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 13, 2022

The core teams that need to appreciate and cooperate are the front-of-house waiting teams, the bar staff, and the kitchen team. The old maxim to “under promise and over deliver” is relevant to the hospitality industry. Untrained and unmotivated staff. Inefficient management of staff. No realistic table management.

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Front of House Kitchen Safety Customer Service Point of Sale 215

ChowNow

OCTOBER 19, 2023

This program provides ChowNow’s clients with special access and exclusive discounts to unique product integrations and services, from front- to back-of-house, and everywhere in between. ChowNow has recently launched our Preferred Partner Program—a handpicked group of industry leaders to help take your restaurant to the next level.

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Ken Burgin

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

If the managers or owners doing an interview raise and answer these job applicant questions, they will have a better rapport with applicants. And don’t forget, people are always looking for answers to their questions; if you don’t provide them, they may make them up! What is the kitchen’s work culture like?

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7 Shifts

AUGUST 7, 2020

Candidates get bonus points for discussing this role and past roles passionately. Why it’s important to ask: You need to know that the candidate won’t be afraid to enforce rules, but can do so while maintaining a hospitable environment. Restaurateurs now also need to know how well new hires will uphold COVID-19 safety measures.

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ChowNow

OCTOBER 18, 2023

This program provides ChowNow’s clients with special access and exclusive discounts to unique product integrations and services, from front- to back-of-house, and everywhere in between. ChowNow has recently launched our Preferred Partner Program—a handpicked group of industry leaders to help take your restaurant to the next level.

Front of House 78

Front of House Back of House Online Ordering Certification 78

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

Competition : The pandemic significantly affected the restaurant and hospitality industries. You are sitting in your favorite restaurant and have placed an order on a tablet at your table. After a few seconds of placing the order, a notification appears on your messaging app. Dealing with AI can be understood through video games.

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SpotOn

MARCH 20, 2024

He knew these types of businesses didn’t want to waste time listening to another sales pitch. As a Hospitality Specialist with SpotOn, he wanted to check in on 850 Degrees and see if the owners were doing well. Why would 850 Degrees ever need another point-of-sale?”

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Squirrel Systems

APRIL 11, 2024

It surely helps to drive attention and maybe even gather a long line of hungry diners outside your door, but to make patio dining business profitable—requires focusing on ways to maximize your restaurant’s capacity, both from a front-of-house service and seating perspective.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 2, 2024

We've reached a point where we're recognizing the value and limits of these technologies. And while automation and robotics can help streamline some elements of operations, in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, there's a newfound appreciation for human connection and dining experiences.

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7 Shifts

MARCH 29, 2023

Anthony Valletta has had an extensive career in the hospitality business. He started out at Darden Restaurants and has worked in executive leadership roles at Del Frisco's, Michael Mina and Birdcall before joining bartaco in 2021. And now we're starting to get a little bit more of the purpose-driven, of 'what do you stand for?

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 19, 2023

We are also confident in our small-footprint concept that we’ve mastered over the last 35 years, and believe it positions us well when it comes to real estate site selection, which can be a true pain point for companies. Each year, Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asks experts for their views on the state of the industry.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 8, 2024

Consider, for instance, a scenario in which your Point of Sale (POS) system can forecast the popularity of a new dish based on historical customer behaviour. This trend reflects the growing popularity of drive-thru and fast-casual dining, coupled with the demand for digital technologies such as QSR digital signage and QR codes.

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SpotOn

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

But that day, she approached the restaurant as both a regular guest and a SpotOn hospitality specialist. ” – Greg Alkire, Vice President Director of Operations, The Butcher’s Son That quest for perfection and passion for hospitality resonated with Courtney. Courtney’s timing was perfect, as it turned out.

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Point of Sale Back of House Seasonal Menu Front of House 52

7 Shifts

DECEMBER 27, 2019

Money Turnover costs the hospitality industry an average of $5,864 per employee. Here’s a breakdown of how that cost is determined, according to the Cornell Hospitality Report: Productivity loss ($3,049.28): An employee’s productivity starts to wane as soon as they decide to quit. If you think that’s bad, it’s about to get even worse.

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Hiring Front of House Customer Service Customer Experience 360

7 Shifts

JANUARY 31, 2024

Managing a restaurant is a delicate routine—if we can even call it a routine. A better description might be a balancing act that presents new and unique challenges every day. Managers are responsible for nearly every aspect of the restaurant and have to cover a variety of duties. This part of the job is arguably the most multi-faceted.

Management 195

Management Management Kitchen Safety Front of House 195

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 29, 2021

While staffing has always topped the list of restaurant owner/manager pain points, it now seems to be at crisis proportions. March restaurant sale surged 36 percent year-over-year and nearly reached 2019 levels. And the situation isn’t likely to improve soon as more competition in the battle for talent is anticipated.

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