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THE MISUNDERSTOOD CHEF

Culinary Cues

When the menu is not their own then they are left with all the responsibility for the guest and employee experience and very little authority to set the stage for success. The model makes sense from a clear business perspective. It is a juxtaposition that is nearly impossible to manage. It simply points to what may be behind it.

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THIS IS NOT THE TIME TO DISAPPOINT

Culinary Cues

Now, providing we don’t ignore the still looming dangers of Covid and the challenges of convincing 40% of the population to accept the vaccine, we might stand a chance of long-term recovery. As challenged as restaurants are right now, there must be an all-out effort to demonstrate value and to provide a positive experience.

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Top Takeaways from Toast’s Staffing Models for Growth Webinar

7 Shifts

In a webinar as part of Toast’s Restaurant Recovery Series , co-sponsored by 7shifts and our trusted partners at XtraChef , we gathered restaurateurs from around the country to discuss new ways of managing staff, new service and compensation models, and how COVID-19 has impacted their business.

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How Contactless Technologies Can Help Counter Hesitations About Eating Indoors

Modern Restaurant Management

Restaurants took a hard hit at the outset of the pandemic, with revenues taking a sharp dive by more than 50 percent through April. To encourage a swift recovery, restaurant owners and operators must think creatively and conscientiously about how they alleviate these fears and ensure a safe experience.

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2021 Restaurant Insurance Outlook: Updated

Modern Restaurant Management

In the “great reopening”, many restaurants adjusted their business plans in order to survive the pandemic, adding outdoor seating, serving takeout and delivery, or consolidating staff. “All of these changes can affect business insurance needs,” Howell said. .” Key Insurance Issues for Restaurant Owners.

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The State of New York Restaurants in 2020

7 Shifts

According to 7shifts’ Restaurant Data Hub , New York restaurant sales recovery has been slower than the overall United States (and Canadian) average. Rent is the only thing that’s a constant burden on the business. If this doesn’t get extended, I think a lot of people will be more willing to close.

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Digital Dining and ‘Restaurant Recovery’ Show

Modern Restaurant Management

In this edition of MRM News Bites, we feature help for small business owners and products for the 'new normal' for restaurants as they reopen. “The ability to customize delivery limits and costs to our customers was especially powerful, as it helped us remain competitive at a cost our business can afford.”