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Can Subscription Models Benefit Restaurants and Guests?

Modern Restaurant Management

Restaurant loyalty programs are nothing new so what can restaurants do to stand out from the competition and better engage with guests to build relationships? How and why are loyalty programs evolving? Loyalty programs are made to cater to customers' ever-changing needs and expectations.

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The State of Full Service Restaurants

Modern Restaurant Management

Additional findings inlcude increased inventory costs caused the greatest financial strain for operators in 2021 with 33 percent citing it as their top expense, followed closely by rent (30 percent) and labor (30 percent). Now, more than half of all operators (57 percent) report offering a loyalty or rewards program of some kind.

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The ultimate guide to restaurant technology for restaurant owners

Open for Business

Restaurant technology has changed everything about the way people do business today. It can sync with a loyalty program. OpenTable helps create customized floor plans and helps to sort flexible table inventory to serve more guests during any given shift. For a restaurant to run smoothly, opt for a technological solution.

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NCR Reveals 2022 Hospitality Trends and Predictions

Modern Restaurant Management

While sales are trending higher, the National Restaurant Association reports three in four operators say recruitment and retention is their toughest challenge. Rely on Technology to Increase Operational Efficiency. Operators will look to technology to offset labor shortages and free up staff to enhance the dining experience.

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8 Ways to Navigate The Restaurant Staff Shortage

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Some have involved staffing agencies, increased wages, offered signing bonuses, or implemented referral programs to attract new employees in the service industry. Additionally, some businesses have partnered with job training programs and schools to attract a new generation of workers to the industry.

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Reporting Best Practices in the Restaurant Industry

Modern Restaurant Management

Restaurant owners or managers would rather spend time on other meaningful tasks, such as recruiting and hiring, training chefs, or updating daily specials on the menu. However, new technologies have made restaurant reporting much easier. There's no denying that manual restaurant reporting can be time-consuming.

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The Downfall of a Restaurant: A Leadership Deficit

Embrace the Suck

The recruitment and effective training of suitable staff is critical. Restaurant Excellence Guideline #10: Implement a managerial training program that grooms your team for a managerial role within three to six months. Restaurant Excellence Guideline #38: Leverage technology.