Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 5, 2024

As the focus for restaurants continues to center on growing and staffing up, safety training can sometimes get lost in the mix or ratcheted down to cover only topics related to compliance with regulations. Safety training is key to helping restaurants reduce risk exposure associated with foodborne illnesses and occupational injuries.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 21, 2020

In addition, most restaurants should have business interruption insurance, and that insurance may provide some relief from economic pain. Business interruption insurance covers the loss of income that a business suffers after a disaster. Gather Your Complete Insurance Policy. ” That’s just not true.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 14, 2025

Mental Health Support Offer resources and support for employees’ mental health, such as employee assistance programs (EAPs), counseling services,andmindfulness training. Encourage open communication about mental health issues and provide training for managers on how to support employees who may be struggling.

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7 Shifts

APRIL 7, 2021

After months of quarantine, restaurants were allowed to reopen with new restrictions, and the way they hire, train, and onboard employees had to adjust accordingly. These actions called for creating different ways to train employees based on certain aspects of the job.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 31, 2020

For that reason, restaurant and business owners typically carry business income coverage, also referred to as business interruption coverage, which is insurance coverage intended to replace lost income in the event business is halted or interrupted for some reason, such as a natural disaster.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 23, 2021

Ahead of New Year’s Eve celebrations, Society Insurance, which provides coverage to the hospitality industry, has put together the top four tips on how a restaurant can protect themselves, their patrons and their employees as well as create a safer environment on Dec. Obtain Liquor Liability Insurance. 31 and beyond.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 1, 2023

That's why it's essential for restaurants to consider cyber liability insurance. Protecting your Restaurant with Cyber Liability Insurance Cyber liability insurance is a type of insurance that helps protect businesses from the financial losses associated with cyber attacks.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 31, 2025

From managing cash flow to securing insurance coverage and updating contracts, the legal side of your business should never be overlooked or passive. This includes reviewing insurance coverage, ensuring your contracts are solid and training team member with HR (human resource) best practices.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Ahead of this year’s football season, the team at Society Insurance has put together the top four tips on how a restaurant and/or bar can protect themselves, their patrons and their employees as well as create a safer environment for football season and beyond. Obtain Liquor Liability Insurance.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 9, 2023

Society Insurance, which provides coverage to the hospitality industry, has put together four tips on how restaurants and bars can help create a safer environment on St. This can dramatically impact the bottom line for bar owners, which is why conflict resolution training is critical for bar owners and staff.

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Bar Insurance Restaurant Law Point of Sale 450

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 19, 2023

The pressures extend beyond balancing higher costs in an inflationary environment or the never-ending challenge of finding, training and keeping good staff. What may be overlooked within it are risk and insurance issues. Risk and insurance should be top on the list. And there’s a lot of value to that.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 14, 2023

Restaurant insurance is complicated. Just as owners have to play many roles in management, marketing, and menus, their insurance has to protect their finances, patrons, and employees. And who has the time to read a 100-page insurance policy? These are often excluded from standard policies and be potentially costly.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 20, 2020

The same can be said for their employees, who oftentimes aren’t properly trained in managing data threats. Firstly, hampered by a whopping 75 percent annual turnover rate according to The United States Bureau of Labor Statistics, owner/operators can have difficulty training a revolving door of new employees.

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Culinary Cues

MARCH 19, 2020

A federal initiative to mobilize these experts to provide additional guidance, training, and consultation to restaurants as they seek to find ways to survive and come through this – prepared to succeed is a fair shot for restaurants and an opportunity for colleges. This is a perfect time to focus on training. Restaurants are Essential.

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Goliath Consulting

MARCH 3, 2025

Cost Savings and Exclusive Benefits Many restaurant associations offer discount programs and group purchasing options, leading to significant savings on essential services such as food supplies, insurance, credit card processing, and energy costs.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Let us pass on the knowledge and expertise that we have gained in our 100+ years in the insurance business, so you can take a few things off your plate – and gain peace of mind. Additionally, they can train employees on proper cleaning, frequency intervals and safety procedures.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

Whether a recent change in your state’s law has made sexual harassment training mandatory or you’re simply trying to create a safer, more comfortable workspace, having a sexual harassment policy is important. Training Is Key to Prevention. What Is Sexual Harassment?

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 25, 2020

As members of Sentry Insurance’s safety team, we’ve compiled several tips and resources with those risks in mind to help your restaurant experience a safer return. Before ramping up operations, conduct training meetings with staff to discuss your restaurant’s protocol for reporting injuries and symptoms.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

There are a few reasons: New employees often lack training; ill-equipped and inexperienced workers sustain more injuries trying to use machinery or tools with which they are not familiar. As noted above, there is no one great secret or cure; however, providing better safety training and tools to our new hires is worth the time and the money.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

An increase in these injuries could result in higher insurance rates in the long term; in the short term, they disrupt your ability to operate at peak capacity and could negatively impact the morale of all employees. Inadequate training. Businesses may skimp on the length and depth of training programs in the rush to hire.

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ChowNow

MAY 23, 2025

It factors in all your operating expenses, like labor, rent, insurance, equipment repairs, marketing, and more. came to $35,000, and your operating expenses (labor, rent, insurance, etc.) Cross-train team members to handle multiple roles during slower shifts. Your cost of goods sold (ingredients, beverages, packaging, etc.)

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ChowNow

APRIL 15, 2025

Examples include: Rent or mortgage payments Insurance premiums Loan payments Salaried employees (like general manager or executive chef) Because theyre consistent, fixed costs are easier to budget for, but that also means theyre harder to reduce without significant structural changes.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 13, 2024

Investing in comprehensive training programs is key to meeting these skill requirements. Encouraging and training employees to be adaptable and capable of handling multiple roles within the restaurant enhances flexibility in staffing and operations. This can free up human staff to focus on areas that require a personal touch.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 13, 2021

Society Insurance put together seven items restaurants should include in their sexual harassment policy. While Texas does not have a mandatory legal requirement for private employers to provide sexual harassment training in the workplace, it is highly recommended. Definition of Sexual Harassment in the Workplace.

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Insurance Restaurant Law Definition Document 450

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Providing mental health awareness and resilience training to all employees can help promote a supportive work environment. Comprehensive health insurance coverage, including mental health services, ensures that employees have access to necessary treatments without financial barriers.

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7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

High turnover not only disrupts business operations but also leads to increased costs and time spent on hiring and training new staff. Train your managers well In the same survey we did for 1,500 active restaurant employees, nearly half of them mentioned leaving their jobs due to poor management. With an average turnover rate of 79.6%

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 2, 2024

On the operational side, restaurant workers stand to benefit from the streamlining of order processing and reduction of manual tasks, although adapting to these new technologies may require additional training. I am concerned that rising insurance costs may force some chains to exit the market. Golden Corral is one.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 13, 2020

What activities will be required to support staff – like hygiene requirements and training on disinfection policies and procedures? Don’t forget to secure their certificates of insurance, hold-harmless agreements and contracts. This might also be done more frequently. These should be covered by your policies and procedures.

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Culinary Cues

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

During an election year there is always a focus on what both parties call: “kitchen table issues” – the cost of groceries, mortgage, insurance, child-care, energy, and education, and how much is left for disposable income to be spent on the things we would like to do vs. what we have to do.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Another growing risk: nuclear verdicts over dram shop law violations, driving up the costs of liquor liability insurance. It’s a continuing problem into 2024 for establishments that serve, making it critical to have adequate liquor liability insurance. Conflict resolution training is also a must. No surprises.

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7 Shifts

MAY 10, 2021

One creative benefit that Cummings has come across is pet insurance. Pet insurance is a little thing that so many people in the industry are deciding if they have enough money, $300 to spend to get their dog dewormed or for them to go on a yearly checkup and they're choosing their pets over themselves. They said, "You know what?

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 16, 2020

Global insurance brokerage Hub International , is responding tonumerous inquiries asking for more guidance through the Coronavirus crisis. Insurance coverages that may apply and how you need to approach the claims process. Jitjatjo launched the industry's first COVID-19 Awareness and Hygiene Training Accreditation program.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 29, 2021

.” The $15 minimum wage is a myth – most restaurants are having to pay close to that now, Her longer-term predictions include: Operators are leaving “small” menus developed for delivery in place in order to cut down on the complexity of orders and training required. Provide great benefits, 401k, life insurance, etc.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Lack of health insurance isn’t considered one of the major reasons the hospitality industry has, according to the U.S. I’ve written previously about ways to show employees some love: investing in training, providing opportunities advancement, more reliable scheduling, listening to their ideas. It’s understandable.

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The Rail

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Restaurant owners must consider risks like increased insurance costs and potential wear and tear from extensive use if they opt to use a personal vehicle. If you purchase or lease dedicated delivery vehicles, consider additional expenses such as maintenance, insurance, and fuel.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 14, 2024

Team members are seeking more of the benefits typically associated with 9-5 jobs, like health insurance, paid sick days, vacation and retirement accounts. Service professionals prefer shorter, more condensed training so that they can start the job more quickly. Among the highlights: Restaurant employees crave recognition and feedback.

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Insurance Magazine Training Management 414

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 11, 2025

Investing in teamwork, internal training, and career development—such as structured in-house wine education—creates a sense of belonging and shared growth. While many companies still don’t offer health insurance, I have a number of clients offering health care through online medical services, such as.

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