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.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 14, 2025

Review inventory management strategies Inventory isn't just a stockpile of ingredients. With restaurant management software, operators can take advantage of: Inventory Contro l: Monitor ingredient levels, track usage patterns, and identify potential waste areas. One way to stay agile? One way to stay agile?

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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.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 18, 2025

At major chains like McDonald's, AI-powered drive-through systems are reducing order errors, predicting maintenance needs, and cutting waste. For example, Taco Bell is using AI-driven labor and inventory management tools to fine-tune staffing and reduce food waste.

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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.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Food waste is recognized as an endemic challenge around the world. is wasted each year, about 119 billion pounds, estimated at over $408 billion. For restaurants, an industry with challenging profit margins, minimizing food waste is nothing less than a survival strategy. But unchecked waste can threaten the bottom line.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Steady Online Ordering Brings Food Waste, Donations to the Forefront of Priorities Ordering food online increases restaurant sales, but it also can potentially increase wasted food if proactive measures aren’t taken – for both the business and consumers at home.

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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.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 17, 2020

Although this means that we are now down to just 20 percent of our business, we are able to stay afloat financially by applying the same waste reduction efficiencies in our own work that we pass on to our consulting clients. Historically, we have trained cafeteria staff to cook food from scratch while also reducing food and labor waste.

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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.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 23, 2025

If you miss the mark there, your labor, inventory, and prep levels are all off. And when those are off, waste and inefficiencies climb. That level of control has helped us reduce waste by nearly 75 percent during slower periods, in addition to serving our guests the freshest food possible.

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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.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 15, 2020

However, according to the USDA , up to 40 percent of the nation’s food supply is wasted each year – the economic equivalent of approximately $161 billion. Now, more than ever, is the time to focus on the bottom line reducing our food waste and thus food costs in an effort to survive. The Challenge.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 11, 2025

Optimize Supply Chains : Use AI inventory tools to reduce food waste and ensure your supply chain is as efficient as possible. Limit Menu Price Hikes : While operational costs are rising, avoiding substantial menu price increases can help retain loyal customers.

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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. Better data means faster responses to safety issues, less waste, and more satisfied customers who trust in the care you take with their food. The time to act is now.

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Restaurant Business

OCTOBER 23, 2024

One of the most impactful areas is inventory management. This level of precision in forecasting helps restaurants reduce food waste - a significant issue in the industry - by up to 20%. Optimizing Back-of-House OperationsBehind the scenes, AI is making significant strides in improving restaurant efficiency.

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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. Automate Orders : Automatically reorder items when stock runs low, minimizing waste and emergency purchases.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 28, 2024

The future of restaurant success depends on streamlining processes, reducing food waste, and enhancing customer experiences—all while making the most of existing resources. Invest in technology that offers meaningful insights across the board—inventory, sales, customer behavior, and more. The solution? Get back to basics.

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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. It can help you fix discrepancies in ordering and inventory management , minimizing food shrink. The good news is that food waste is usually preventable. What else can it do for you?

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7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

Both situations could have been prevented with proper restaurant inventory management, which gives restaurant operators better oversight over what's in stock and how it is used. There are plenty of good reasons to take inventory on a regular basis: Your restaurant can avoid running out of a key ingredient mid-service. Inventory Basics.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 23, 2024

In 2025, expect to see more restaurants and bars adopting eco-friendly practices, such as reducing food waste, sourcing locally, and using energy-efficient equipment. For instance, smart inventory systems can help reduce waste, while energy-efficient appliances cut operational costs and carbon footprints.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 16, 2025

Moving to more eco-friendly options like biodegradable materials using bamboo or already recycled paper helps reduce unwanted waste from clogging landfills. More than 63 percent of municipal solid waste in the US was a result of food packaging.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 30, 2024

For example, AI can help QSRs make smarter inventory decisions by analyzing purchasing trends and aligning ingredient orders with demand. This reduces waste and ensures menu availability, even during busy periods. Start with areas where AI can make a measurable impact, such as inventory management or targeted promotions.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 13, 2024

Inventory management tools, for example, enable the real-time tracking of food stock, alerting staff to use items before they spoil and reducing waste. Back-office digital innovations are also helping restaurants manage costs and make the most of their workforce.

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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.

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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.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 16, 2025

Moving to more eco-friendly options like biodegradable materials using bamboo or already recycled paper helps reduce unwanted waste from clogging landfills. More than 63 percent of municipal solid waste in the US was a result of food packaging.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 19, 2025

With the right tools, operators can manage staff schedules, streamline kitchen communication, monitor inventory levels, and analyze sales trends all in one place. Or platforms that help reduce food waste by syncing inventory orders to accurate sales predictions.

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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.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

Elevate your inventory management. You can’t properly manage your spending if you don’t have a good handle on your inventory. Proper inventory management is essential to knowing what’s coming in, what’s going out, and what you need to order. Reduce food waste. Adjust your menu.

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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. How to solve it: Use data-driven ordering to track inventory closely to forecast demand accurately and avoid overstocking.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 27, 2020

Food Waste Reduction. Using forecasting, restaurants can reduce the amount of food they waste. With the help of historical sales reports and known weather conditions, they can calculate how much raw material stock they will have to actually buy and eliminate the risk of spending extra to maintain inventory.

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The Restaurant Group

DECEMBER 8, 2024

Introduction to Food Waste in Restaurants Food waste is a significant challenge for the restaurant industry, impacting both the environment and profitability. Understanding how to reduce food waste in restaurants is the first step toward sustainable and cost-effective operations.

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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

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

In order to reduce cost, waste, and optimize inventory, the process begins with planning and forecasting. Connecting your financial, transaction, and restaurant inventory management systems enables you to optimize production and better control cost variance proactively. Creating a Singular Journey.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 9, 2025

AI-driven tools can help optimize everything from labor scheduling to inventory management, reducing waste and improving margins. Franchise brands need to integrate sustainability into every part of their business, from sourcing ingredients responsibly to reducing packaging waste and optimizing energy use.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 20, 2022

According to estimates, the restaurant industry is by itself responsible for approximately hundred million dollars a year of food waste. Restaurants can then adjust their food purchasing decisions accordingly, reducing their spending amounts as well as their contribution to food waste. Integrated Inventory and Purchasing.

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