Goliath Consulting

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

From streamlining operations to enhancing customer experiences, a plethora of cutting-edge technologies are reshaping the restaurant landscape like never before. Through voice-enabled ordering and payment systems, patrons can navigate menus, place orders, and settle bills, all while minimizing physical contact and enhancing safety protocols.

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2024 Technology Kitchen Safety Website Management 147

Restaurant Business

APRIL 23, 2024

Food safety has never been more prevalent. When dining out, they rightfully expect that the food they order is cooked properly to a safe temperature and that the kitchen foods are prepared in is clean. For operators interested in ramping up their efforts, updating equipment can be a big help in fostering safety.

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Food Safety Equipment Kitchen Safety Food 80

7 Shifts

JANUARY 31, 2024

Metrics and sheets you'll need to track include cost of goods sold, labor costs, new operating income, profit, and (see below) inventory costs. Inventory management Managers need to ensure the kitchen is stocked with the right amount of food so that nothing is wasted and as few items need to be 86'ed as possible.

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Management Management Kitchen Safety Front of House 195

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 30, 2020

.” Fafa’s desire to expand their business, while ensuring the safety of employees and customers is as strong as ever. Orders from online channels and delivery partners had to be manually entered into its previous Point-of-Sale (POS) system, and manually delivered to the kitchen.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 6, 2023

As customers continue to feel more comfortable dining out, restaurants should have health and safety measures down pat. More than 90 percent of Americans say that it’s vital for a restaurant to be visibly clean while dining indoors, outdoors or when ordering takeout.

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Audits Kitchen Safety Mobile Ordering Customer Experience 181

Deliverect

DECEMBER 7, 2020

Digital solutions that helped restaurants alleviate customer safety fears and adapt to restrictions boomed and tech providers scrambled to offer new products to get restaurants on board. Technologies like digital menus, QR codes , contactless ordering, and payment at the table suddenly became the norm. What’s in store for 2021?

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Deliverect

DECEMBER 7, 2020

Digital solutions that helped restaurants alleviate customer safety fears and adapt to restrictions boomed and tech providers scrambled to offer new products to get restaurants on board. Technologies like digital menus, QR codes , contactless ordering, and payment at the table suddenly became the norm. What’s in store for 2021?

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Online Ordering 2021 Delivery Ordering 146

7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

Online and Mobile Ordering Systems. Online ordering and delivery are one of the fastest growing aspects of the restaurant industry, up 124% in 2020. Customers are demanding online and mobile ordering, and modern restaurant tech makes it more accessible for every restaurateur. 7shifts Restaurant Scheduling Software.

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Technology Front of House Social Media Back of House 370

Culinary Cues

DECEMBER 28, 2021

It was that first time in the lead position – the commander of the kitchen brigade. You walked through the kitchen greeting each person at his or her station finally coming to rest at a stainless table that will be your workspace. Ordering – three eggs over-easy, two pancakes, one poached, two benedicts.

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Kitchen Safety Front of House Fine Dining Seasonal Menu 423

7 Shifts

MARCH 16, 2020

COVID-19 is already impacting restaurants across the world—some more than others, with restaurants and other eating establishments being shut down by government order across the country. Supply servers, hosts, and kitchen staff with gloves. Show cleanliness, like kitchen and servers wearing gloves, sanitizing the restaurant, etc.

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Management Management Employee Relations Kitchen Safety 369

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

Now, for restaurant employees and guests alike, nothing matters more than the safety of their experience inside the restaurant. Social distancing can only go so far—there are still many shared devices that guests and staff have to touch, including point-of-sale devices, payment PIN pads, kiosks and kitchen monitors.

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Dine-in Kitchen Safety Operations Point of Sale 183

7 Shifts

JULY 14, 2020

Enhanced focus on sanitization and social distancing have become the minimum restaurant operating requirements during the pandemic. Ask them to verify that your ware-washing machines are operating at the required wash and rinse temperatures and with the appropriate detergents and sanitizers.

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The Restaurant Times

JULY 27, 2020

Accepting this as a new reality, restaurant operators are planning how to navigate post-lockdown operations while complying with safety regulations and reopening their restaurant. How To Restart Restaurant Operations While Maintaining Social Distancing Norms. meters distance. Reduced Capacity.

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Operations Kitchen Safety Food Safety Social Media 97

Culinary Cues

JANUARY 8, 2021

The labor-intensive environments that have been typical in kitchens are nearly impossible to maintain. Chef’s who are able to progressively teach cooks and even service staff about the ingredient, preparations, flavor profiles, pairings, and presentations of the food that is designed and produced in the kitchen will be in high demand.

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2021 Social Media Kitchen Safety Restaurant Law 462

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 6, 2022

Restaurant’s safety protocols were done “behind the scenes,” and guests most likely didn’t care about the sanitation of high-touch surfaces or whether they were sitting within six feet of other tables. Many operators relied on gut instinct, without a comprehensive view of their data to inform their decisions.

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Audits Kitchen Safety Back of House Point of Sale 186

Cheetah

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

Zareen’s food is all based on authentic recipes that were handed down from mother to daughter for generations until they found their way to Zareen’s kitchen and the customers’ tummies. As for indoor dining, Zareen’s is doing everything to ensure the health and safety of both diners and staff. COVID-19 Can’t Stop Zareen’s.

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Ordering Food Supply Customer Experience Online Ordering 139

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 18, 2024

Major manufacturers are producing commercial fryers with integrated filtration systems in order to meet the increasing demand. Space Saving Designs and Ease of Cleaning : Compact and countertop fryers have become popular in smaller food service enterprises and restaurant kitchens that have limited space. Million in 2023 to US$ 854.6

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 27, 2023

However, persistent labor shortages are pushing restaurants to explore automation and artificial intelligence to streamline operations – from kitchen management to customer service – to alleviate staffing pressures while also enhancing efficiency.

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2024 Food Supply Kitchen Safety Influencer 197

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 7, 2021

Restaurant owners are looking for creative ways to revamp the indoor dining experience with improved health and safety standards. Restaurant owners can use these helpful tips to promote key health and safety standards in order to regain trust and improve the overall customer experience: Improve Air, Hand and Surface Hygiene.

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Kitchen Safety Customer Service Customer Experience Dine-in 209

7 Shifts

JANUARY 26, 2021

Ordering online, paying with mobile phones, scanning QR codes for a menu, and a ton of takeout, are just a part of dining out now. Far-and-away the biggest change for the hospitality industry has been the widespread adoption of technology, which has gone from a luxury to a necessity for restaurants to operate.

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The Restaurant Times

MAY 22, 2020

The growing popularity of online food delivery has enabled restaurant operators to pivot their operations to ghost kitchens. Existing ghost kitchen businesses are also adjusting their operational efficiency to fulfill the increased demand for proper food delivery.

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Delivery Operations Kitchen Safety Food Safety 98

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 12, 2023

Prioritize Safety for Everyone The safety of your guests and staff should be your top priority, especially when you can literally see the changes in the air quality right in front of you. To prioritize everyone’s safety, create a plan that outlines the basic protocols for different weather situations and scenarios.

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Kitchen Safety Online Ordering Outdoor Communication 88

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 30, 2021

The nature of restaurant management is a pendulum; each year operators swing back and forth to prepare for challenges and take advantage of new opportunities. Read on for our key predictions to help operators get a leg up. Technology also allows for seamless delivery operations during colder months. Order Throttling.

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Loyalty Program 2022 Kitchen Safety Customer Experience 231

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 3, 2024

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry experts for their views on what trends and challenges owners and operators can expect to see in 2024. Think behind-the-scenes kitchen tours or insights into who the people are that work at the restaurant, offering patrons a chance to immerse themselves in the brand.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 25, 2022

When restaurants got the green light to reopen their dining rooms, they implemented a host of safety procedures to prevent the spread of germs. Some restaurants even took safety a step further by eliminating in-person ordering and offering contactless payment. The opportunities are endless. Boost Social Media.

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Social Media Email Marketing Mobile Ordering Kitchen Safety 212

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 30, 2021

Loyalty programs are the bridge to building brand affinity, so prioritizing loyalty as a technology, marketing, and operations initiative will be critical for QSRs to maintain their share of customers’ wallets. Though safety is still important, convenience is re-emerging as a top priority as customers have settled into new habits.

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Loyalty Program Mobile Ordering Kitchen Safety Customer Service 199

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 28, 2020

Contactless ordering at the table, virtual host stands, and online staff wellness checks have all become standard operating procedures for us now. Innovative and inviting outdoor seating is going to be crucial in order for restaurants to survive. Now brands are trying to balance speed to market and operational readiness.

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2021 Mobile Ordering Loyalty Program Kitchen Safety 229

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 13, 2022

Just as restaurants were on the path toward recovery after COVID-19 closures and safety restrictions, the current economic conditions continue to present challenges for the industry. A point-of-sale (POS) system can streamline the ordering and preparation processes, making it easier to improve service even during peak service.

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Technology Loyalty Program Mobile Ordering Download 177

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Thankfully, technology is pushing the industry forward, and improving everything from reservations to ordering to dishwashing. Connected warewashing dispensers that leverage the Internet of Things (IoT) support cleanliness, food safety compliance, sustainability and the bottom line. Washing Away Profits.

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Kitchen Safety Front of House Food Safety Equipment 199

The Restaurant Times

MAY 12, 2020

Cloud Kitchens, also known as dark kitchens, ghost kitchens, virtual restaurants, and delivery-only restaurants, run entirely on the strength of their back-of-house operations. However, they put heavy emphasis on improving food production and order management. Kitchen Management . Billion by the year 2026.

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Operations Kitchen Safety Inventory Food Safety 72

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 14, 2022

That hurts your bottom line and is regressive to the rest of your restaurant operation. Make sure the important areas of your kitchen are easily visible on surveillance such as the cooler and cabinets, register and all entrances and exits. In a restaurant setting, an order cannot be placed without a point-of-sale system.

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Point of Sale Kitchen Safety Back of House Inventory 199

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 3, 2021

Kitchen and front-of-house employees are simply harder to find. Prioritize health and safety : At the height of the pandemic, most restaurants enacted measures to protect employees and customers, such as blocking off every other table, requiring masks and erecting plastic barriers between tables and at the bar.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 8, 2021

With the COVID-19 pandemic surging across the country, it’s more important now than ever before to focus on employee safety. As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, and surges in many parts of the country, restaurant owners are continuing to navigate constantly changing guidelines for operating their restaurants.

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Technology Front of House Kitchen Safety Back of House 131

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 6, 2021

To tackle the concerns of customers and employees while focusing on business growth, restaurant owners will need to look to innovation and reimagine how they once operated. Today, operators are quickly realizing the industry will likely never look like it once did before, forcing them to create a “new normal.”

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Kitchen Safety Guest Recovery Employee Relations Technology 186

Mad Mobile

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

A 2022 Deloitte Study found that consumers spend an incredible 20% more when ordering through technology like tableside ordering , online menus, and handheld POS devices. Implementing QR code ordering is one of the fastest ways to quickly implement digital ordering. Fortunately, working with them is simple.

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Ordering Loyalty Program Social Media Mobile Ordering 40

Apicbase

MARCH 25, 2024

Managing inventory and supplier ordering is like juggling flaming torches while riding a unicycle (which also happens to be on fire). Demand forecasting for restaurants puts out the flames, takes the guesswork out of purchase orders and streamlines the supply chain. That’s a daunting task. What is Demand Forecasting for Restaurants?

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Inventory Management Management Kitchen Safety 52

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 3, 2021

In this complex web of factors, the takeaway for QSRs is that they must be more adaptable than ever, with tools and systems in place that focus on the lasting effects of the pandemic, particularly focused on mobile ordering and contactless efficiencies. Automated Safety. Drive-thru and Curbside Efficiencies.

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Technology Mobile Ordering Kitchen Safety Food Safety 193