7 Shifts

JANUARY 31, 2024

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. Some restaurant managers work directly with the chef to plan menu item selection or daily specials. So, no matter which way you slice it, attention to detail matters.

Management 397

Management Management Kitchen Safety Front of House 397

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. You take a deep breath and smile knowing that this is where you belong, this will be a magical day.

Kitchen Safety 427

Kitchen Safety Front of House Fine Dining Seasonal Menu 427

Culinary Cues

JULY 31, 2023

A few years back, I posted an article about the UNWRITTEN RULES of the kitchen. It was an attempt to outline those universal guidelines for success in a kitchen, those attributes, and expectations of anyone who ties on an apron. My hope is that these are worthy enough of a space on your kitchen bulletin board or the chef’s office door.

Kitchen Safety 327

Kitchen Safety Back of House Front of House Food Safety 327

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 6, 2023

The worst part is, this type of illness is largely preventable Restaurant owners and operators need to take active steps to prevent foodborne illness from coming out of their kitchens. To do so, they will need to create a complete food safety program to protect the restaurant itself from reputational harm and financial crisis.

Food Safety 149

Food Safety Management Management Kitchen Safety 149

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 21, 2023

How to Better Ensure You Won’t Need Your Fire Extinguisher The best response is to prevent a fire before it starts by updating and cleaning your kitchen equipment, ensuring rags and smoking materials are disposed of properly, investing in Class K extinguishers and finally 86ing flaming shots.

2024 175

2024 Kitchen Safety Cash Management Insurance 175

7 Shifts

JANUARY 26, 2021

For both safety and ease, there isn’t a better option. Kitchen display systems (KDS) eliminate the need to bring tickets back to the kitchen or handle a printer. Reducing contact on high-touch devices in your restaurant is a difference-maker for its cleanliness and safety of your team. Engage Your Community ??

2021 370

2021 Front of House Social Media Back of House 370

7 Shifts

AUGUST 7, 2020

Restaurateurs now also need to know how well new hires will uphold COVID-19 safety measures. If staff jeopardize the health and safety of guests or fellow team members, they can sink the business. Ask these questions in your interviews to find staff who will uphold COVID-19 safety measures and whose values match yours.

2020 312

2020 Kitchen Safety FOH BOH 312

7 Shifts

JULY 10, 2020

Stay tuned for a few special tips from Melissa Bensky, one of Toronto’s most prolific foodgrammers with her account, @tastethesix. Plan your budget to include food costs, labor costs, operating costs, marketing costs, and any extra costs such as for party favors and special decor. Ensure health & safety of staff and guests ???

Events 351

Events Social Media Kitchen Safety Seating 351

7 Shifts

JULY 14, 2020

Some service providers offer special prices/packages knowing these are tough times for restaurants so find out if labor, materials, equipment, and chemicals are included in the pricing. A restaurant’s health code depends on it!

Management 370

Management Management Kitchen Safety Equipment 370

Clover - Restaurants

MAY 7, 2024

You will play a pivotal role in shaping the restaurant’s culinary offerings and ensuring the smooth operation of our kitchen. Work closely with the management team to brainstorm new ideas, promotions, and special events. Lead and manage back-of-house kitchen staff, including sous chefs, line cooks, prep cooks, and dishwashers.

Back of House 52

Back of House BOH Kitchen Safety Front of House 52

7 Shifts

JANUARY 31, 2024

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. Some restaurant managers work directly with the chef to plan menu item selection or daily specials. So, no matter which way you slice it, attention to detail matters.

Management 195

Management Management Kitchen Safety Front of House 195

7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

Restaurant inventory management software is a tool that helps digitally track and manage your kitchen inventory. If one guest is a big fan of martinis, having the data to let anyone on staff know can make for a special experience. Restaurant technology has seen innovation in the form of smart devices for the commercial kitchen.

Technology 370

Technology Front of House Social Media Back of House 370

Culinary Cues

APRIL 26, 2020

What will our restaurants physically look like with social distancing, how will we be able to interact with guests at service, how will our kitchen teams function as a unit, what changes will be necessary for our menus to be effective, and what role will take out and delivery play in every restaurant concept? Everything helps.

Guest Recovery 312

Guest Recovery Kitchen Safety Customer Service Food Safety 312

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.

Kitchen Safety 88

Kitchen Safety Online Ordering Outdoor Communication 88

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 5, 2023

A commercial kitchen exhaust system is designed to pull effluents up and out of a restaurant. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), nearly one-third of all restaurant fires are caused by grease buildup in kitchen exhaust systems. Cooking produces a number of effluents including grease, moisture, and smoke.

Kitchen Safety 98

Kitchen Safety Equipment Food Safety Hiring 98

Ken Burgin

JUNE 6, 2023

Health and Safety Compliance: Develop interactive health, safety, and cleanliness standards modules. Compliance Training: Use ChatGPT to design interactive modules covering local health codes, safety regulations, and employment laws to ensure managers are well-versed in their compliance responsibilities.

Training 68

Training Kitchen Safety Dietary Restrictions Food Safety 68

ChowNow

OCTOBER 19, 2023

This program provides ChowNow’s clients with special access and exclusive discounts to unique product integrations and services, from front- to back-of-house, and everywhere in between. They are North America’s first “real”​ online video-based, food safety course. Meet our current Partners and see what they have to offer.

Front of House 78

Front of House Back of House Online Ordering Certification 78

ChowNow

OCTOBER 18, 2023

This program provides ChowNow’s clients with special access and exclusive discounts to unique product integrations and services, from front- to back-of-house, and everywhere in between. They are North America’s first “real”​ online video-based, food safety course.

Front of House 78

Front of House Back of House Online Ordering Certification 78

Ken Burgin

JULY 5, 2022

Every week in the Hospo Reset Newsletter, we share a product or service that’s caught our eye – for kitchen & beverage management, staffing, facilities management, marketing and overall productivity. Food, Menus and Kitchen Management. Free Safety Posters – excellent collection. easy to edit.

Kitchen Safety 78

Kitchen Safety Food Safety Website Management Online Ordering 78

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. Promotions.

Social Media 209

Social Media Email Marketing Mobile Ordering Kitchen Safety 209

Culinary Cues

MAY 26, 2020

Shouldn’t we be doing the same in restaurant kitchens? Why is each restaurant struggling with how to manage the need for safety vs. the need to generate revenue? The answer must be collective agreement on the best way to move forward for the safety of all involved and the financial health of the business.

Kitchen Safety 268

Kitchen Safety Leadership Food Safety Front of House 268

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 9, 2022

Today’s Happy Hour Special: Paying By Text Message. The digital solutions mean a kitchen becomes the source of revenue – with less hostess, server, busser, or other overhead costs. Special deals : Restaurants learn so much from a customer’s order.

Loyalty Program 173

Loyalty Program Mobile Ordering Kitchen Safety Online Ordering 173

Apicbase

MARCH 28, 2024

Additionally, the BOH handles food safety and restaurant administration. This includes the food prep and kitchen areas, food storage rooms, walk-in fridges, pot wash stations, staff break rooms, and offices. Food safety. The back-of-house (or BOH) manages crucial elements that impact cost control and profitability. Cost control.

Back of House 52

Back of House FOH BOH Front of House 52

The Rail

MARCH 14, 2023

Let’s dive a little deeper into what makes QR codes so special and how they can improve the guest experience at your restaurant. Contactless menus , a popular ordering style that enhances safety, utilize QR codes that customers can easily scan with their smartphone cameras. What is a QR Code for a Restaurant?

Mobile Ordering 111

Mobile Ordering FOH Front of House Kitchen Safety 111

The Eat Restaurant

AUGUST 22, 2023

The chit printer is a specialized device designed to streamline the process of printing guest info on chits or receipts.

Kitchen Safety 78

Kitchen Safety Customer Experience Communication Information 78

Restaurant365

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

A commissary kitchen is a dedicated kitchen space where a foodservice operator can process, prepare, and store food. While these types of kitchens have always been a feature of the restaurant industry, new trends in food service have led more owners and operators to consider adding them to their business model.

Kitchen Safety 148

Kitchen Safety Food Truck License Food Safety 148

Ken Burgin

AUGUST 1, 2023

Ask people from one department to suggest a solution for another department eg front of house suggests the solution for a kitchen problem. The Jammed Kitchen: Imagine it’s Saturday afternoon, one of the busiest times at your restaurant. The kitchen staff must be more relaxed and confident about keeping up with the current demand.

Training 60

Training Management Management Kitchen Safety 60

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. Restaurants can also send push notifications that let customers know about ongoing deals, like Taco Tuesday or special brunch menus.

Technology 168

Technology Loyalty Program Mobile Ordering Download 168

Sante

JANUARY 6, 2020

In the restaurant industry people come in and out the door all day, but one special visitor seems to grab attention more so than others, the health inspector. The name in some circles is spoken in a quiet hush, but this person assigned by the organization regulating food safety in your state is no one to fear.

Food Safety 130

Food Safety Kitchen Safety Take-out Training 130

Harbor Touch

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Restaurants of all sizes embrace software technology to improve the customer experience and streamline operations, from ordering systems to kitchen automation. This could include introducing loyalty programs, special offers, or custom menus based on customers’ past purchases. Introducing kitchen automation.

Loyalty Program 78

Loyalty Program Online Ordering Kitchen Safety Customer Experience 78

The Rail

JUNE 5, 2023

By Indiana Lee, Contributor Restaurant employee well-being is key to kitchen productivity and front-of-house service. Most cafes and kitchens are high-pressure environments that require chefs and serving staff to work with perfect precision to produce perfect plates in a timely manner.

Kitchen Safety 52

Kitchen Safety Loyalty Program Food Safety Front of House 52

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

According to PwC, consumers are most influenced by their trust in a brand, which also includes places where they’re sure of safety and cleanliness. For those employees that have already returned to work , 42 percent said safety measures enacted by management were either ineffective or not strictly enforced. What Can You Do Now?

Kitchen Safety 168

Kitchen Safety Employee Relations Communication Point of Sale 168

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 10, 2020

The National Restaurant Association remains on top of the issue providing updates and resources including a fact sheet and a webpage with an FAQ, industry guidance, and food safety guidelines provided by ServeSafe to address increasing questions about COVID-19. We ensure food safety. Eat healthier.”

Kitchen Safety 180

Kitchen Safety Food Safety Cash Management Food Supply 180

7 Shifts

JULY 24, 2020

Kitchen Confidential. ?? The late, great Anthony Bourdain’s wild adventures in the culinary world, Kitchen Confidential is an exposé of haute cuisine—25 years of provocative stories, successes, and failures in the restaurant business. These contrasting books that show there’s no right way to create a successful restaurant.

Book 370

Book Management Management Restaurant Law 370

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 2, 2023

Be sure to carefully review how your restaurant is doing in these areas: Are all food safety laws and protocols being followed in your kitchen? Your food special for the week is Chicken Cacciatore, but you’ve run out of chicken. For instance, is food being handled and stored properly? Either way, it ends up costing you.

Audits 99

Audits Point of Sale Document Food Safety 99

The Restaurant Times

MAY 25, 2021

If yes, then the answer is by passing regular restaurant health inspections conducted by municipal authorities to ensure public safety. India has a Central regulatory body, namely the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) , that functions under the Food Safety and Standard Act, 2006. Pest Control.

Food Safety 98

Food Safety Kitchen Safety License Audits 98

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 30, 2020

Don’t Be Afraid of Ghost Kitchens. Ghost kitchens are emerging as a potentially excellent option for expanding your business’s reach while keeping overhead and risk relatively low. A major lesson of this pandemic is that the places we dine are at once incredibly special and commonplace.

Kitchen Safety 174

Kitchen Safety Customer Experience Food Safety Food Supply 174