Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 30, 2020

.” Fafa’s desire to expand their business, while ensuring the safety of employees and customers is as strong as ever. Orders from online channels and delivery partners had to be manually entered into its previous Point-of-Sale (POS) system, and manually delivered to the kitchen.

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Technology Operations Loyalty Program Point of Sale 153

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 6, 2022

Restaurant’s safety protocols were done “behind the scenes,” and guests most likely didn’t care about the sanitation of high-touch surfaces or whether they were sitting within six feet of other tables. Many operators relied on gut instinct, without a comprehensive view of their data to inform their decisions.

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Audits Kitchen Safety Back of House Point of Sale 189

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 29, 2022

Today, the sophistication of IoT technology available to the restaurant sector is at an all-time high. If leveraged within the correct outcome-based framework, these interconnected technologies have the potential to improve operational visibility in a way that impacts critical real-world results. Automating Workflow Management.

Operations 189

Operations Food Safety Kitchen Safety Front of House 189

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 21, 2020

Both now and for the future, technology can answer many of the question’s managers have surrounding maintaining the health of employees, ensuring the safety of their guests and protecting their bottom line. Protect Premises and Profits with Technology. Temperature sensors will track refrigeration to ensure food safety.

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Kitchen Safety Food Safety Front of House Technology 186

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Restaurants must adopt tech solutions to boost safety, quality, accuracy, transparency, consistency, and compliance – all factors that contribute to brand excellence. When you invest in modern training programs, your employees better understand (and comply with) safety and QA protocols and deliver safer experiences for guests.

Food Safety 189

Food Safety Kitchen Safety Loyalty Program Employee Relations 189

7 Shifts

JANUARY 26, 2021

There are new technologies, new ways of doing business, and new consumer habits, too. 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. There are many ways to digital technology into your business.

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2021 Front of House Social Media Back of House 370

7 Shifts

AUGUST 19, 2020

New team members will appreciate this and it gets your relationship started on the right foot) Generic restaurant information such as address, directions, public transit routes, etc. Break down roles and responsibilities into teams, so you’ll have a server training manual , as well as one for bartenders and kitchen staff.

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Training Kitchen Safety Customer Service Food Safety 370

7 Shifts

JULY 14, 2020

We’ve learned a thing or two from our experience working with restaurants during and before the pandemic, so we compiled a list of critical information any restaurant will need to successfully reopen and stay operational during the pandemic. A restaurant’s health code depends on it!

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Management Management Kitchen Safety Equipment 370

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 8, 2020

With restaurants pivoting to delivery only or curbside operations around the globe right now, getting this information to your customers is critical to spreading the word. For your restaurant, communications are limited to the closed circuit of your business, from the front-of-house to the kitchen. Food Safety. Robo-Staff.

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Food Safety Kitchen Safety Front of House Website Management 208

Black Box Intelligence

DECEMBER 10, 2021

Trending Technology in Restaurants. Technology in restaurants can be a game-changer for the customer experience, employee workflows and the bottom line. The need for convenience and seamlessness was already driving rapid adoption of restaurant technology, and the pandemic accelerated it. Who can you call when things go down?

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Technology Online Ordering Point of Sale Kitchen Safety 52

Culinary Digital

MAY 16, 2022

And while foodservice has changed forever, so has the technology that supports it. For the industry to thrive once again, it will need to lean into this technology as a viable solution for combatting trials on multiple fronts. POS systems must integrate with third-party apps and other systems used in the kitchen to relay orders.

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Technology Kitchen Safety Food Safety Online Ordering 52

Goliath Consulting

DECEMBER 12, 2020

In our last restaurant technology blog, we discussed COVID-19 pandemic’s impact on the growth and development of AI voice technology and how it was quickly modernizing the drive-thru operations as we know it (1). The very same technology has been working on cameras, too. COVID-19 Safety. And the best part?

2021 167

2021 Kitchen Safety Food Safety Loyalty Program 167

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 23, 2023

Of course, customers expect restaurants to prioritize hygiene and safety protocols – and rightly so – but they also want to be provided with a modern and efficient ordering process, alongside high-quality food and top dollar service. In addition, many restaurants are now using digital menus in-house.

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Customer Service Dietary Restrictions Delivery Online Ordering 167

7 Shifts

JULY 29, 2020

It’s important for restaurant hiring and training processes to reflect new COVID-19 safety measures. Update your careers page with a safety section Let job candidates know what your restaurant is doing to keep employees safe during the pandemic, and what its expectations are for staff.

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Recruiting Kitchen Safety Employee Relations Food Safety 293

Transact

OCTOBER 21, 2021

WorkStation, received an award from C-Store Decisions as a Hot New Product for Foodservice Safety & Sustainability. WorkStation ranked in the top 3 in the prominent Foodservice Safety & Sustainability category. WorkStation as it is the most innovative technology solution for printing grab n go and food safety labels on-demand.

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Sustainability Kitchen Safety Food Safety Demo 148

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 25, 2022

When restaurants got the green light to reopen their dining rooms, they implemented a host of safety procedures to prevent the spread of germs. Some restaurants even took safety a step further by eliminating in-person ordering and offering contactless payment. The opportunities are endless. Boost Social Media.

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Social Media Email Marketing Mobile Ordering Kitchen Safety 215

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 15, 2021

A 2021 OpenTable survey of more than 21,000 diners revealed that 52 percent of diners find the latest information about restaurants online and 42 percent learn from word of mouth. Thankfully, technology is pushing the industry forward, and improving everything from reservations to ordering to dishwashing. Washing Away Profits.

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Kitchen Safety Front of House Food Safety Equipment 203

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 12, 2023

Thankfully, modern weather forecasting and extreme weather warnings systems are incredibly accurate, making it easy to stay informed. Prioritize Safety for Everyone The safety of your guests and staff should be your top priority, especially when you can literally see the changes in the air quality right in front of you.

Kitchen Safety 88

Kitchen Safety Online Ordering Outdoor Communication 88

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. Thoughtful table planning combined with realistic timings on food delivery from the kitchen is needed to estimate how long each table sitting will probably take. Make Better Use of Technology.

Front of House 218

Front of House Kitchen Safety Customer Service Point of Sale 218

Apicbase

MARCH 28, 2024

Additionally, the BOH handles food safety and restaurant administration. This includes the food prep and kitchen areas, food storage rooms, walk-in fridges, pot wash stations, staff break rooms, and offices. Food safety. The back-of-house (or BOH) manages crucial elements that impact cost control and profitability. Cost control.

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7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 25, 2019

Anyone who’s worked (or even stepped foot) in a restaurant knows how important effective kitchen management is. Simply put, if things aren’t running well in the kitchen, restaurant staff and diners alike often suffer. While part of this is informed by sensationalized depictions in pop culture, (Chef Gordon Ramsay, anyone?)

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Ken Burgin

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Applicants may wonder about the restaurant’s culinary direction, commitment to sustainability, sourcing ingredients, and how innovation is balanced with tradition in the kitchen. What is the kitchen’s work culture like? How are creativity and input from the kitchen staff valued?

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Front of House Tip Distribution Kitchen Safety Customer Service 78

Harbor Touch

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Technology is transforming all aspects of our lives, and the restaurant industry is no exception. Restaurants of all sizes embrace software technology to improve the customer experience and streamline operations, from ordering systems to kitchen automation. Introducing kitchen automation. Transforming customer service.

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Loyalty Program Online Ordering Kitchen Safety Customer Experience 78

The Restaurant Times

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

The restaurant industry has changed dramatically over the past two years with technology playing a significant role in the business. Hence, technology-first business models such as cloud kitchens are only expected to become more prevalent in the coming years. Artificial Intelligence (AI).

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Technology Back of House Kitchen Safety Customer Experience 52

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 28, 2020

We also see this gaining traction with consumers similar to how calorie labeling became a major source of information for our personal health. Carbon emissions labeling helps inform our impact on planetary health. Technology is becoming a big part of how we run our business. Lavu CEO Saleem S.

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2021 Mobile Ordering Loyalty Program Kitchen Safety 230

Clover - Restaurants

MAY 3, 2024

City and state health departments monitor local restaurants to ensure they’re following food safety management program guidelines. Additionally, in order for restaurant leaders to operate as a certified safe food handler , such as managers and chefs, they must pass assessments related to food safety and risks like foodborne illnesses.

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Kitchen Safety Food Safety Food Food Supply 52

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Restaurants can soften the impact of the labor shortage in 2022 by doubling down on retention, shaking up the traditional business model and taking advantage of technology to increase efficiency and streamline the dining experience. Rely on Technology to Increase Operational Efficiency. pickup, delivery, drive-thru, ghost kitchens).

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2022 Hospitality Loyalty Program Point of Sale 189

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Our restaurant of the future is designed to benefit guests, employees and franchisees, with a new external design and a reimagined kitchen that will make it easier for us to serve hot, delicious food quickly for frictionless guest experiences, and we expect to see a lot more of that next year. Clinton Anderson, CEO, Fourth Enterprises.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 3, 2024

We will also continue to leverage our revamped ‘Restaurant of the Future’ model along with our advanced technology strategy and are eager for this next phase of growth for the company. Looking ahead, we’re focused on strategic, measured expansion and growing profitability.

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Restaurant365

JANUARY 11, 2022

A step up is a manual manager log that prompts managers for the information the next manager will need. But then, it’s incumbent upon the latest shift manager to read through this information to determine what’s important. Communicating this jumbled information up to above store operators can be challenging.

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Management Management Employee Relations Communication 158

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 10, 2021

From guest management software to kitchen display systems and even finding the right point of sale (POS), these are the digital tools that simplify life for staff and guests alike. Kitchen Automation. Modern restaurant tech centers around a kitchen display system (KDS). A robust KDS that includes features like: ?

Management 189

Management Management BOH Front of House 189

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 6, 2022

One design solution that has really helped during the pandemic—encompassing the entire range from quick service to fine dining—is open-kitchen restaurants that have “nothing to hide." " They have been selected by a growing number of diners who are conscious of cleanliness, safety, and health.

Fine Dining 198

Fine Dining Kitchen Safety Customer Service Employee Relations 198

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 8, 2024

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. The future of restaurant businesses will likely involve a hybrid approach, combining the efficiency of technology with the warmth and personal touch of human service.

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2024 Loyalty Program Cash Management Customer Experience 215

Restaurant365

JANUARY 11, 2022

A step up is a manual manager log that prompts managers for the information the next manager will need. But then, it’s incumbent upon the latest shift manager to read through this information to determine what’s important. Communicating this jumbled information up to above store operators can be challenging.

Management 142

Management Management Employee Relations Communication 142

Apicbase

MARCH 25, 2024

When restaurant managers or kitchen staff make poor purchasing choices, they face increased food waste, inflated costs and frustrated customers. Fortunately, technology has dramatically improved efficiency in inventory management. That’s a daunting task. That’s why it often goes wrong. What is Demand Forecasting for Restaurants?

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Inventory Management Management Kitchen Safety 52

ChowNow

OCTOBER 19, 2023

With 28,000 associates and more than 70 locations, US Foods provides its customers with a broad and innovative food offering and a comprehensive suite of e-commerce, technology and business solutions. They are North America’s first “real”​ online video-based, food safety course.

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Front of House Back of House Online Ordering Certification 78

Apicbase

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

These businesses are accountable for any safety issues in their supply chain and must have information on traceability for the goods they grow, distribute, and sell. The demand for food safety and transparency has been skyrocketing over the past few years. How technology can help you meet traceability requirements.

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