Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 23, 2025

Implement stress-relief activitie s: Offer stress-reducing initiatives like on-site yoga sessions, mindfulness workshops, or even access to mental health apps. Provide resources for mental health: Consider offering access to mental health resources, such as counseling or helplines, to give employees tools to handle stress constructively.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 17, 2024

May is Mental Health Month – and it’s clear that millions of restaurant workers need help. Family and Medical Leave Act The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) guarantees qualified workers the right to unpaid leave for health and familial issues. Department of Labor, FMLA can be used for mental health or mental illness.

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Employee Relations Insurance Healthcare Restaurant Law 448

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 25, 2024

Steering through the maze of health inspections might seem tricky. It's not just about acing health inspections, but also about winning the trust of your customers by letting them know their health and enjoyment are your number one priority. But fear not!

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 13, 2025

The media can be incredibly valuable in distributing updates to the public and other key stakeholders, but if the information they have is inaccurate or sensationalized, it’s not helpful in protecting public health. All food businesses need a strategic communications plan that covers what to do before, during, and after a recall.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 17, 2025

. “As accessibility, availability, and affordability of these medications improve, it will become critical for companies to develop strategies that support consumers on their health journeys.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Companies must be transparent, honest, and compassionate as they explain what they’re doing to protect public health and to ensure that similar outbreaks won’t happen again. Maximize Public Health and Brand Reputation Companies must work together to identify and remediate risks. The second priority is brand protection.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 13, 2025

Gen Z's eating habits are a fascinating blend of health consciousness, global curiosity, and a demand for authenticity. Health and Sustainability : Gen Z is all about making mindful choices. He breaks down the three key pillars for success: transparency, exploration, and inclusivity.

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Social Media Sustainability Customer Experience Sourcing 426

Goliath Consulting

JANUARY 25, 2025

As diners become more health-conscious and adventurous, food trends and restaurant strategies are shifting to align with these preferences. These versatile flours allow chefs to experiment with textures and flavors, offering creative options that resonate with health-conscious customers.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 14, 2024

However, behind the scenes, interchange fees play a crucial yet often overlooked factor in shaping these establishments' financial health. Ultimately, understanding and managing interchange fees will be crucial for restaurants aiming to maintain their financial health and competitive edge in a rapidly changing market.

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Cash Management 2023 Customer Service Influencer 322

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Simplify Health Insurance Open Enrollment Health insurance is one of the most valuable benefits you offer, so make open enrollment a central, streamlined year-end activity.

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2025 Restaurant Law Audits Recruiting 449

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 21, 2024

A manager who focuses on the customer experience pays attention the slightest of details, like making sure tables are cleaned quickly after a guest leaves or those with dietary restrictions are taken care of with the same respect those who don’t have health restraints are allowed.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

With limited seating capacity, even a couple of absent parties can transform a potentially profitable evening into a financial loss, pushing these already vulnerable businesses closer to the margins of financial health. To combat the issue of no-shows, restaurants and merchants can implement several effective strategies.

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Book Reservations Communication Customer Experience 385

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Health-driven brand True Food Kitchen transitioned its kitchens across all 46 locations in 18 states as well as its entire menu to become 100-percemt seed oil-free. We’re proud to lead the charge and redefine what health-focused dining at scale looks like.”

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 3, 2025

Establishing a strategic and thoughtful employee benefits package is an investment in your team’s well-being and the overall health of your restaurant and organization. When recognition becomes a natural, consistent part of your workplace, everyone benefits. However, the restaurant workforce tends to lean younger.

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Insurance Healthcare Leadership Small Business 412

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 15, 2025

They report higher sensitivity to restaurant prices, likely because they eat less and choose more premium ingredients or menu items that align with health goals. "Restaurant Behavioral shifts : Weight loss or health-related goals may result in more deliberate, mindful choices—rather than avoiding dining out.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 2, 2024

As a manager, understanding the causes and symptoms of foodborne illness is key, not just for staying in compliance with health regulations but also for safeguarding the health of your customers (and the reputation of your business). Communicate this with the health department ASAP. Instead, document the complaint in detail.

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Food Safety Management Management Kitchen Safety 275

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 31, 2023

Until now, each company’s chain of custody record-keeping requirement has been characterized as “one up, one down,” per the 2002 Public Health Security and Bioterrorism Preparedness and Response Act (Bioterrorism Act).

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EATER

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

has threatened to ban seed oils if he’s put in charge of public health agencies. The anonymous poster behind Seed Oil Scout, which launched in 2022, said they first became concerned with seed oils during early COVID lockdown, as they noticed their gut health improved after cooking at home instead of eating out in restaurants.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

To gain insights on what operators can do to prevent outbreaks, Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine turned to Christine Schindler, CEO and Co-Founder of PathSpot, a digital health and safety system designed to effectively eliminates the spread of foodborne illness throughout the entire food cycle.

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Food Safety Kitchen Safety Food Food Supply 419

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

The well-being of employees continues to be a more concerted effort through supportive work environments that prioritize mental and emotional health. Upskilling and cross-training are driving employee development to enhance versatility and adaptability within their teams.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 8, 2025

On the well-being side, offering health-conscious menu options, plant-based dishes, and transparent ingredient sourcing can resonate with guests who are prioritizing their physical and mental wellness.”

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2025 Fast Casual Consumer Goods Seasonal Menu 417

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 24, 2025

We also cover the health, performance, and financial benefits of transitioning to electric and sustainable kitchens. Kitchens of the future will prioritize health, comfort, and efficiency while meeting the demands of environmentally-conscious consumers.

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Sustainability Food Equipment Design 448

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

It’s a win-win in terms of restaurant sustainability and financial health. Adopting sustainable practices that limit food waste helps reduce this issue while also streamlining the entire restaurant food supply chain so that profit margins ease as well.

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Food Supply Supplies Waste Management 442

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

A new study challenging the long-standing mantra “the customer is always right" determined that to better support employee mental health, restaurant operators should have clear policies stating that customers' uncivil behavior will not be tolerated. These policies had less of an effect on employees with better mental health.

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Airlines Customer Service Hospitality Tourism 508

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 29, 2025

Strengthen Biosecurity Measures Preventing the spread of HPAI is essential to maintaining flock health and production capacity. Recommendations for Egg Producers Egg producers play a critical role in stabilizing supply and maintaining consumer trust. To ensure resilience, producers should consider the following measures: 1.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

Getting the right technology in place, saving money, having a better understanding of the business, and prioritizing health and safety are just some of the reasons technology makeovers are gaining steam. Better Compliance with Health and Safety. Technology Consolidation.

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2021 Kitchen Safety Food Safety Inventory 612

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 22, 2025

neglected dumpster and the area surrounding can easily become a breeding ground for germs, bacteria and even physical pests that may lead to possible health code violations. It applies to the entire space. So, keep up with your trash cleanliness and safetyprotocols. For most restaurants the dumpster area is out of sight for customers.A

Front of House 221

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 21, 2025

Adhering to rigorous public health codes is essential, and a failed inspection due to inadequate sanitation can lead to significant reputational damage and even closure. Maintaining a Reliable Hot Water Heater Consistent access to hot water is the bottom line for preventing costly downtime and health code violations.

Front of House 221

Front of House Food Supply Food Order Supplies 221

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

Retail operations are ranked third in the likelihood of experiencing workplace violence victimization, behind law enforcement and mental health professionals. [i]. Mental Health Is the New Pandemic. While the COVID public health emergency may be in abeyance, the mental health epidemic is in full swing.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 24, 2022

Make Health a Priority. Employees want to know that their health and wellness is being taken care of. The COVID-19 pandemic made a stark example of just how important health care is. Show that you care about your employees’ health, and the health of their families, by setting up reliable health coverage.

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Front of House Seminar Back of House Social Media 520

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

For example, 69 percent of research respondents reported not offering childcare or mental health support. Even though restaurants are moving in the right direction regarding providing better employee benefits, there are still gaps.

2025 474

2025 2024 Recruiting Employee Relations 474

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

Health-Conscious Food Will Dominate Menus. With the increasing customer inclination towards a health-conscious diet, even the restaurant industry has to adapt to the trend by adding dishes catering to their health-conscious guests. Sourcing ingredients locally or from all-natural farms. Serving smaller portion sizes.

2022 547

2022 Customer Service Online Ordering Website Management 547

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 8, 2025

Quality and Health : Using high-quality, sustainably sourced oils not only enhances the flavor and quality of dishes but also aligns with growing consumer demand for healthier, more environmentally friendly food options.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Meanwhile, personalized benefits, such as childcare assistance and mental health programs, can create a more engaged workforce. According to recent surveys, over half of hotels have adopted flexible scheduling , and restaurants are beginning to follow suit.

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2025 Management Management Insurance 418

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 8, 2025

How can this trend dovetail with the need for value and interest in health and wellness? Creamy texture trends are perfectly aligned with today’s evolving consumer expectations around health, wellness and value.

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Social Media Beverage Influencer Innovation 251

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 31, 2025

By anticipating potential issues—whether related to health and safety laws or labor regulations—you can keep your restaurant acquiescent and avoid costly disruptions in the long-term. Stay informed about legal trends and regulatory updates, and consider partnering with external counsel to ensure you are always in compliance.

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