Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Improved traceability means better inventory management, as restaurants have clearer insights into what’s coming in and going out of the kitchen. Resources and training materials are available to make this process easier and ensure everyone is aligned. Beyond safety, there are additional benefits.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Without greater cybersecurity education and deepfake awareness training , it will be increasingly difficult for on-the-ground employees to tell fraud from fact—and they’ll need to.

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7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

However, productivity is more easily trained than managed. In a survey by Toast , 46% of restaurateurs listed hiring, training, and retaining staff as their biggest challenge. Solution: Training from hands-on management The results and repercussions of a disconnected restaurant staff are glaringly apparent.

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Culinary Cues

MARCH 10, 2025

Human Resource departments will ensure that every employee works within the parameters of expectations and scheduled reviews. [] LIKLINESS OF FORMAL TRAINING Finally, the most important factor in deciding where a cook wants to work should be the investment a property is willing to make in formal training.

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Goliath Consulting

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Train employees to identify phishing attempts and maintain PCI compliance to safeguard customer data and ensure secure payment processing. Train bartenders to recognize signs of overconsumption and enforce policies for refusing service to intoxicated patrons. Ensure unblocked pathways to exits and comply with fire safety codes.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 27, 2025

Even small restaurant operations should maintain a centralized inventory of all third-party relationships with documentation of security assessments, contracts, and compliance certifications. Regular cybersecurity awareness training for restaurant staff is essential to counter social engineering schemes.

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ChowNow

MARCH 14, 2025

Every day, youre juggling staff, food quality, inventory, customer service, purchasing, and moreall while trying to cultivate a dining experience that wows your customers enough to keep them coming back. Front-of-house teams need clear expectations, strong training, and a service mindset that ensures guests feel valued.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

The key to achieving this is proper staff training, adopting and leveraging technology to enhance the dining experience and manage operations, as well as cultivating a personalized experience and welcoming environment for all solo diners.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Plan and prepare with training partners. Every point along the supply chain must check inventory, determine whether they have any of the identified products, pull and destroy them, and contribute to shared reports. Managing recalls properly starts before an outbreak. Integrate systems and data.

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7 Shifts

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Once you have that total, subtract all of your costs, such as labor, inventory, rent, utilities, and other operating expenses. Bars that effectively manage their inventory and reduce waste tend to maintain higher margins. To calculate your pour cost, you have to know the total cost of your alcohol inventory.

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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. Reduce Spoilage : Get alerts for expiring items and use the FIFO method to manage perishable goods.

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The Restaurant Group

FEBRUARY 23, 2025

Introduction In the fast-paced world of restaurants, keeping a close eye on your inventory is as vital as the secret sauce in your signature dish. Proper inventory tracking helps reduce waste, control costs, and boost profits. What Is Restaurant Inventory Management? Key Components of Restaurant Inventory Management 1.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 5, 2025

Tools such as inventory management software, kitchen display systems, and predictive analytics platforms allow operators to track food usage in real time, identify waste patterns, and forecast purchasing needs with greater accuracy. Technology plays a critical role in helping restaurants minimize waste and improve efficiency.

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7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

They play a big role in overseeing your inventory and attending to customer complaints. In this article: How do you handle inventory management to keep the bar always adequately stocked? What techniques would you use to prevent over-pouring and inventory shrinkage? How would you improve or refine our current drink menu?

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

Establish Training Programs in Detail. Your employee’s training directly impacts the quality of their services, as well as your customer’s experience. For this reason, it is crucial to take the time as a restaurant manager or owner to build and implement comprehensive training programs.

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Goliath Consulting

JULY 8, 2020

When the dust clears and a proper inventory of each order is finally manageable, the frustration of back ordered product sets in. With modified inventory procedures, increased communication and planning, and appropriate training, bar managers can rein in the uncertainty and provide their guests and staff with a consistent product.

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Lavu

APRIL 17, 2025

Real-Time Inventory Tracking offers a powerful solution by giving operators instant visibility into whats in stock, whats being used, and what needs to be reordered. With real-time data guiding inventory decisions, restaurants can take tighter control of their food costs and boost long-term profitability.

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Lavu

APRIL 25, 2025

One of the most effective tools for achieving this is mobile inventory management. This system helps restaurant owners and managers track stock in real-time, reduce waste, and maintain optimal inventory levels. By automating inventory processes, restaurants can save time, improve accuracy, and enhance overall efficiency.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 2, 2022

These tech systems let operators view sales patterns, track inventory, and determine areas of wastage to make smarter, more profitable and sustainable choices. No one on your team enjoys doing tedious administrative tasks, like line checks or inventory, but they’re a necessary part of the job, even when you’re short-staffed.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 9, 2025

Ballas shares his insights with Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine and discusses issues that must be on the radar for franchises and brands including AI, automation, sustainability, staffing, training, and more. What are some key trends you expect to affect the franchise landscape this year and in years ahead?

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 9, 2022

Upgrade inventory and ordering systems with the latest technology. Proper inventory management is essential to decreasing food waste and saving related expenses. Train your staff. Educate your employees why it’s essential to reduce food waste and train them on how to accomplish this. Stop overprepping.

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Lavu

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

Integrating mobile inventory systems with POS platforms simplifies restaurant operations by automating inventory updates, reducing errors, and providing real-time insights. Here’s what you need to know: Benefits : Real-time stock updates, improved accuracy, and smarter inventory planning.

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Restaurant Business

APRIL 9, 2025

They rely on technology to help with day-to-day tasks like managing revenue and inventory, and to fill in labor shortage gaps. The state of the industry report found that 30% of restaurants planned to devote resources to kiosks, which can assist with inventory, employee trainings, menu control, and so much more.

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Lavu

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Running a restaurant is tough, and poor inventory management can make it even harder. That’s where POS inventory tools step in to help. Research shows that using POS systems can reduce stockouts by 15% and cut excess inventory by 10% , directly improving profitability.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Money and Inventory Management The profitability of a restaurant depends on the careful management of cash flow. Inventory management is another key issue that can creep up if owners are not aware of what product they have and how much is currently available.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 12, 2023

Merchants use the collected data to manage sales, generate labor reports, track inventory and even keep an eye on customer reviews. By evaluating recipes, portion sizes and inventory levels, for instance, opportunities to cut back expenses are illuminated. The answer lies in restaurant analytics.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Not much can be done about errors caused by customers, and training servers to listen attentively and cooks to set timers and stay focused can address internal errors. Keeping a better eye on the inventory and using the most ripe perishables first is the first step in minimizing food waste. Make dulce de leche as a dessert special.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 1, 2022

GMs have a lot of different responsibilities, including managing store operations, inventory, handling guest experience and managing budget. While in other industries it’s common to have a dedicated HR or recruiting team, in the restaurant business, general managers typically handle hiring and training as well, on their own.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 13, 2022

Provide Customer Service Training. There is a direct correlation between customer service level and staff training. The better trained your staff is, the more likely they will be highly motivated and efficient at their jobs. That boils down to employing well-trained and motivated staff who know what, what and how to do it.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

The people who had stayed in foodservice were faced with understaffed shifts, training new employees, impatient customers, new safety protocols and supply chain problems, and the new employees are overwhelmed and confused. Make Training Accessible and Encouraged. Both groups are experiencing burnout and turnover is climbing.

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The Rail

MARCH 31, 2025

Standardized Training Programs: Newbies get uniform training with digital training tools across multiple locations. This approach not only makes it easier to train new staff on familiar machinery but also simplifies maintenance and reduces downtime. Inventory management software: Tracks stock in real-time.

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Lavu

APRIL 17, 2025

When it comes to managing inventory, restaurants face a choice: POS inventory alerts vs. manual tracking. On the other hand, POS inventory alerts offer real-time updates, automate ordering, and minimize human mistakes. Managing restaurant inventory can be a major challenge, but the right system can make all the difference.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 30, 2024

This simplifies monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) such as sales trends, labor costs, and inventory levels across multiple units, allowing for consistent application of best practices and streamlined management.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Meanwhile, restaurants must effectively manage inventory, staff, and customer data. As a result, many establishments struggle with slow service times, inefficient inventory management, and inadequate customer engagement — all of which can lead to decreased satisfaction and lost business.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 7, 2021

As far as food waste is concerned, manual inventory monitoring is usually one of the main culprits. Inventory shortage limits the restaurant’s earning potential, and excess stocks or inventory are wasted. Everyone should follow the proper procedure every day, not just during training sessions. Overall Operations.

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Goliath Consulting

SEPTEMBER 27, 2020

But there’s much more that tech has to offer, especially when it comes to AI being integrated into guest order systems, training, and restaurant operations. Consistent Training and Optimal Scheduling. When it comes to running a successful business, operators understand how training plays a crucial role. Up to Date Inventory.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Make Inventory a Best Practice, Not an Afterthought. It’s one thing to know you should be doing daily inventory on your top 10 items and a full weekly inventory, and it’s another thing entirely to actually do it. Better inventory ensures each location can order more accurately for their needs.

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