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DON’T SETTLE FOR MEDIOCRITY

Culinary Cues

At some point their work stations will be better organized, their uniforms will look a bit more pristine, their knives will be sharper, their attitude toward others will be brighter, and their acceptance of mistakes or slips towards mediocrity (from themselves or others) will not be tolerated. PLAN BETTER – TRAIN HARDER.

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IN CHALLENGING TIMES DON’T MAKE CLASSIC BUSINESS MISTAKES REMEMBER THE TOP ELEVEN

Culinary Cues

Work at it, train for it, stand behind it, and make a difference. Is it ambience, music, plate presentations, great smells seeping out from the kitchen, the sound of frothing milk from the espresso machine, quality background music, fresh cut flowers, pots of herbs on the table, attractive logos and uniforms? INVEST IN TRAINING.

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Restaurant Budgeting: How to Create A Restaurant Budget

7 Shifts

You can also use this to keep track of other costs, such as insurance, license fees, repairs and maintenance, and the actual costs you incurred for a better and closer comparison. Your fixed costs, for instance, stay almost the same monthly and yearly, like your insurance and rent/lease payments.

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How To Start a Landscaping Business: Step-by-Step Guide

Sling

Some services absolutely demand special equipment (and even special training), and offering them right out of the gate can put a serious dent in your startup capital. 7) Arrange for business insurance Landscapers often work around expensive buildings, vehicles, and other structures/utilities.

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Colorado Restaurant Labor Laws 101: What You Need to Know

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The Colorado Overtime and Minimum Pay Standards Order #38 regulates overtime, minimum salaries, breaks, tips, uniforms, and recordkeeping. Colorado restaurants must meet other legal requirements that govern food safety, alcohol service, compensation, overtime, breaks, and child labor.

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Questions in the Minds of Restaurant Job Applicants

Ken Burgin

Are there opportunities for further training, or to attend workshops and events? What training and induction processes are in place for new staff? What are the expectations for personal presentation and uniform? Here are some of the questions likely to be on their minds: What kind of training and orientation will I receive?

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‘Who Watches the Kitchen?’

Modern Restaurant Management

Training and education are imperative. By taking the time to educate and train their team, implementing proper procedures, and consistently monitoring and enforcing food safety practices, restaurant owners can help prevent foodborne illness and ensure the safety of their customers. Consumers, vendors, insurance companies, etc.,