Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Taking inventory is one of the most tedious processes in restaurant operations. Chefs spend countless hours counting inventory, purchasing new ingredients, and tracking down more cost-effective substitutions for products that are either cancelled or out of stock. Recipe Costing. Prevent Shortages.

Inventory 520

Inventory Management Management Waste 520

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 11, 2025

Additionally, the growth in loyalty program engagement, with diners engaging weekly or more often, up from 34 percent in 2023 to 47 percent now, also signals an opportunity for operators to deepen relationships with diners through rewards, incentives, and technology (58 percent of diners are receptive).

Loyalty Program 439

Loyalty Program Social Media Front of House Back of House 439

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 28, 2024

From personalized customer experiences to unlocking operational efficiencies, technology is the fuel driving the next era of restaurant success. The future of restaurant success depends on streamlining processes, reducing food waste, and enhancing customer experiences—all while making the most of existing resources. The solution?

Point of Sale 445

Point of Sale Customer Experience Technology 2024 445

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 9, 2022

The restaurant industry loses an astounding $162 billion each year in food waste. All restaurants should proactively work to reduce food waste, which will also help you save money, increase profits, spotlight your commitment to sustainability, and help the environment. Between a third and a half of food is wasted worldwide annually.

Waste 539

Waste Compost Food Recycling 539

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 23, 2025

Effective, sustainable SOPs focus on minimizing waste and maximizing productivity. For example, implementing procedures to monitor inventory closely can prevent overstocking or food spoilage, while clear cleaning and maintenance schedules ensure the proper use and consumption of supplies.

Operations 395

Operations Workshop Sustainability Inventory 395

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 23, 2024

As we step into 2025, the restaurant, bar, and hospitality industries are experiencing transformative shifts driven by evolving consumer preferences, technological innovation, and economic dynamics. From reimagining workflows to enhancing guest interactions, technology is shaping how restaurants, bars, and hospitality businesses operate.

2025 346

2025 Hospitality Bar Customer Experience 346

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 11, 2022

Accurate inventory management is crucial to running a successful business because it directly impacts a company’s bottom line and is key to maximizing profits. Having an accurate handle on inventory enables a business to become more resilient and know what they can sell and when they can sell it, helping mitigate out-of-stock scenarios.

Inventory 547

Inventory Management Management Food Supply 547

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 21, 2025

As technology bridges gaps in industries and societies around the world, making advanced solutions accessible to independent operators is vital to their success. Self-service technology allows restaurants to focus on what really matters–customer satisfaction. Technology is quickly becoming a lifeline for survival.

Technology 221

Technology Front of House Customer Service Back of House 221

Restaurant Business

OCTOBER 23, 2024

The restaurant industry is undergoing a technological revolution, with Artificial Intelligence (AI) emerging as a game-changing force. A recent eBook by Softarex Technologies highlights all the main aspects of AI usage in restaurant operations, from customer service to back-of-house management.

Customer Experience 301

Customer Experience Operations Back of House Customer Service 301

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 23, 2025

Instead, we’re leveraging better forecasting, stronger vendor relationships, and a culture of accountability that helps our teams feel empowered and in control of what happens in their kitchens We are managing costs by leveraging technology and staying hyper-focused on four key pillars: forecasting, ordering, prep, and scheduling.

Food Supply 251

Food Supply Waste Supplies Inventory 251

ChowNow

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Most of the restaurant technology tools operators use every day were first introduced years ago, but it wasnt until the 2020 Tech Boom, brought on by COVID-19, that widespread adoption became essential. But first, lets look at how to choose the right technology for your restaurant. Do you lose money due to food waste?

2025 195

2025 Technology Loyalty Program Mobile Ordering 195

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 1, 2021

Controlling a restaurant kitchen’s inventory is a key to proper restaurant management and can help avoid wasting food and space. When it comes to your livelihood, any gaps in inventory are more than mere annoyances — they could be hurting your ability to make a profit. Why Inventory Management Matters.

Inventory 493

Inventory Management Management Waste 493

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Better food safety has never been more in reach, thanks to advancements in traceability standards and technology. Improved traceability means better inventory management, as restaurants have clearer insights into what’s coming in and going out of the kitchen. With the January 20, 2026 compliance deadline for the U.S.

Food Safety 524

Food Safety Management Management Kitchen Safety 524

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 15, 2020

Whether it’s inter-team communication, improving table turnover, or reducing waste – an efficiently run restaurant results in an increase in sales and revenue. By adopting technology and automating processes to streamline your business operations. The key lies in achieving operational efficiency. How do you achieve that?

Technology 551

Technology Food Supply Kitchen Safety Waste 551

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 13, 2024

Restaurants Embrace Technology Today, some of the pressure of labor shortages in the restaurant industry is mitigated by technology. Thanks to these technologies, tasks such as ordering food and paying bills can take place on a self-service basis. Staffing and workforce management tools are also proving useful.

Marketing 449

Marketing Tip Distribution Mobile Ordering Customer Experience 449

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 30, 2024

After a year defined by the rapid adoption of AI and other technologies, not every new tool has shown promise. It’s time to stop chasing the latest trends and double down on strategies that ensure technology and operations seamlessly work together to improve customer satisfaction.

2025 450

2025 Dine-in Mobile Ordering Customer Experience 450

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

This article will cover how implementing automation tools like IoT monitoring can save your business money, protect your inventory, and save time. Understandably, restaurants are in no position to waste labor, energy, or cost. Preventing Food Waste Can Save Tons of Money. Rising Overhead Costs Are Hiking up Prices.

Inventory 474

Inventory Equipment Waste Pricing 474

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 15, 2021

Inventory stock changed significantly. By improving customer loyalty and increasing revenue through the smart use of technology from the public-facing part of the business all the way to the back-of-house prep, sourcing, and staffing. Improve Order Size and Revenue with Predictive Technology.

Technology 508

Technology Loyalty Program Front of House Online Ordering 508

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Inefficient restaurant inventory management practices, improper storage, gaps in inventory logs, theft, and waste can cause even the most successful kitchens to struggle or fail. Below are the top seven inventory management mistakes restaurants are making, and how to correct them.

Inventory 450

Inventory Management Management Cash Management 450

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 7, 2021

A growing number of restaurants are embracing technology to run their operations and prepare themselves for the challenges of the ‘new normal. Using technology to streamline workflows is one solution to this problem. Technology also helps bridge communication between restaurant management and staff. Kitchen operations.

Technology 492

Technology Operations Food Safety Kitchen Safety 492

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 19, 2025

Technology moved from being a support system to a core pillar of daily operations. With the right tools, operators can manage staff schedules, streamline kitchen communication, monitor inventory levels, and analyze sales trends all in one place. These weren’t trends—they were urgent solutions to real problems.

Hospitality 305

Hospitality Front of House Back of House Food Order 305

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 30, 2023

Technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT) can help them maximize 2023 financials by: Offering a better experience to diners and employees Increasing efficiencies and lowering expenses These technologies empower restaurants in various ways—from automating tasks to identifying emerging risks.

Technology 474

Technology Fast Casual Waste 2023 474

The Rail

OCTOBER 17, 2024

While the cost of food waste isn’t a secret , you probably overlook it, considering it a part of doing business in this industry. Artificial intelligence (AI) technology has enhanced predictive analytics, enabling you to anticipate changes and predict which strategies will work best. What else can it do for you?

Food Supply 130

Food Supply Waste Supplies Food 130

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Fortunately, the latest advances in AI technology may keep the lights on for restaurants facing staffing shortages, while also helping these businesses run more efficiently and obtain more customers. As technology advances, AI will play an even larger role in transforming the restaurant industry.

Technology 538

Technology Seasonal Menu Online Ordering Customer Service 538

Lavu

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Real-time inventory systems help restaurants cut food waste , save money, and improve operations. Here’s how: Track Stock in Real-Time : Monitor inventory levels instantly to avoid overstocking or understocking. Automate Orders : Automatically reorder items when stock runs low, minimizing waste and emergency purchases.

Waste 78

Waste Inventory Food Point of Sale 78

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 8, 2020

People come here to get away from technology, not use it.” A restaurant operating at the intersection of hospitality and technology can experience significant impact from increasing margins to enhancing the dining experience to streamlining operations. contactless payment, mobile ordering, text on arrival for seating).”

Hospitality 520

Hospitality Technology Mobile Ordering Food Safety 520

The Rail

MARCH 31, 2025

Restaurant businesses need to adopt technology that enables collaboration among remote teams and simplifies management if they want to succeed. Why Technology in Restaurant Management Technology is key to managing multiple locations within a restaurant group be it your restaurants or management offices.

Technology 130

Technology Management Management Operations 130

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 1, 2021

Technology will be vital in the months – and years – ahead as the pandemic continues to change the conversation about food safety. Deploying food safety technology is the way forward in these uncertain and constantly changing times. Inventory cycle count. But in that challenge is also an opportunity. Replenishment.

Technology 454

Technology Kitchen Safety Food Safety Food Supply 454

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 9, 2025

What kind of impact do you feel technology and AI will have on restaurants moving forward? Technology – and especially AI – is already reshaping how restaurants operate, and that impact is only going to grow. The key is using technology to work smarter, not harder.

Loyalty Program 251

Loyalty Program Franchise Franchising Fast Casual 251

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

The trends the industry had in 2019 toward improved tech stacks, better reporting, and streamlined operations can’t wait any longer, and restaurants are finding the budget to put toward technology again. With uncertainties still on the horizon, why are restaurants choosing to invest in upgraded technology now?

2021 612

2021 Kitchen Safety Food Safety Inventory 612

EATER

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Dynamic pricing is not new; for decades, the airline, fashion, and hospitality industries have all found that dynamic pricing — the incremental adjustments to prices to reflect inventory, demand, and supply — has helped companies cut waste and save money. All of this food waste — 35 percent of the U.S. A recent study from U.C.

Waste 343

Waste Pricing Airlines Food 343

7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Staff productivity plays the largest role in restaurant revenue, which is why it’s so important to invest in your recruiting and hiring strategies, finding like-minded individuals to move your restaurant forward while minimizing time waste. According to Forbes , 50% of employees waste parts of their day on their phones.

Mobile Ordering 221

Mobile Ordering Back of House Customer Service Online Ordering 221

Goliath Consulting

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

In the dynamic world of culinary innovation, 2024 marks a pivotal year where technology intertwines with the art of dining. From streamlining operations to enhancing customer experiences, a plethora of cutting-edge technologies are reshaping the restaurant landscape like never before. Let’s redefine your digital dining experience.

2024 368

2024 Technology Kitchen Safety Website Management 368

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 20, 2022

Restaurants and food joints, once reliable venues for human interaction, will be important for the implementation of artificial intelligence (AI) technology. Some of the biggest disruptors will result from the increase in information technology, autonomous vehicles, automation and robotics in the kitchen, and AI chefs. Voice Ordering.

Food Order 520

Food Order Waste Online Ordering Email Marketing 520

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 20, 2021

For example, technology exists that allows restaurant operators to take inventory in a matter of minutes, while achieving 99.9-percent percent accuracy, saving labor, reducing waste, and making food safer across the enterprise. There are several pain points that can be alleviated through smart automated processes.

Supplies 520

Supplies Food Supply Online Ordering Inventory 520

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Integrating IoT devices and connectivity drives efficiency, enhances food safety, mitigates risks, increases transparency, reduces waste, and provides many other benefits for restaurants. Through the utilization of sensors, RFID tags, and software technology, restaurants can track foods’ movement from the point of origin to consumption.

Food Safety 504

Food Safety Operations Management Management 504

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Restaurant technology can help operators use data to reduce expenses and find efficiencies to stay profitable in this new normal. For all the talk of data-driven decisions in restaurant technology, that data needs to be easy to collect, easy to access and easy to understand to be actionable. Cut Your Food Waste.

Inventory 463

Inventory Waste Food Supply Technology 463