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How to Improve Restaurant Operations: 9 Proven Strategies

7 Shifts

Improving your restaurant operations to succeed in this highly competitive industry means serving quality food and providing excellent customer service while minimizing waste, reducing costs, and keeping your employees engaged. This is where developing a comprehensive restaurant operations plan comes in.

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THE KING IS IN THE HOUSE

Culinary Cues

Pushing through the swinging kitchen doors I am engulfed by the smells, sounds, and oh such intense heat from a busy operation. The kitchen is all about sensory overload and even though it might seem like an overload of unorganized effort, to those who are seasoned veterans – it is comforting.

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A COOK’S FIRST STEPS TO BEING GREAT

Culinary Cues

At least he was convinced that the kitchen was where he belonged. You are a natural in the kitchen and I can see the joy in your eyes when we work together on the line. Take care of them – they are your best friends in the kitchen. Chef Pierre referred to him as the house roundsman. Shawn was excited and ready.

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A CHEF’S REFLECTIONS

Culinary Cues

Yesterday is easy to look back on – it gives us strength and a point of reference, it provides context and the ability to analyze our actions, and it provides hope since we managed to work our way through it. It is difficult to argue with safety precautions designed to keep people well and thwart the spread of the virus.

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Restaurant Manuals and Operating Programming

The Restaurant Group

It establishes critical details, like how staff should greet and treat guests, how to set the tone for the evening, how to serve each dish, and more. Food Safety According to a report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, many food-borne illnesses originate from restaurants.

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Why Training is the Key to Accurate Messaging About Gluten-Free Foodservice

Modern Restaurant Management

When staff are unable to answer basic questions about your gluten-free menu, or ask inappropriate questions of guests who inquire about gluten-free options, consumers may have doubts about your ability to ensure their safety or prepare a dish that meets their dietary needs. The first step is to clearly identify any gluten-free dishes.

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How to Create a Restaurant Staff Training Manual

7 Shifts

It will be everyone’s (new and existing employees) guide for instructions, processes and all the answers to common questions, while being a great reference point to ensure staff feel engaged and supported. Ensure everyone’s safety by taking extra precaution training staff members, it’ll help avoid more costly closures.

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