Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

The turmoil caused by the pandemic has disrupted global supply chains more than any other period in recent history. It has highlighted the critical importance of evolving supply chain systems to be more responsive and agile to the changing dynamics around us – which the past two years have been extensive.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 2, 2025

Every day, businesses face fresh challenges that highlight the urgency of building resilient supply chains. It is no surprise that diversification has become the central theme of supply chain strategy. Businesses must evaluate costs, supplier availability, and their ability to manage more complex systems while adhering to regulations.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 26, 2024

However, new uncertainties—from economic pressures to labor shortages—underline the importance of robust risk management strategies as the linchpin for future success. Considering the inflationary and labor strains, proactive risk management and operational adjustments will be crucial to sustaining profitability in the year ahead.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 16, 2025

” “The volatile policy environment and the supply-chain effect is causing the entire food-away-from-home ecosystem to determine the impact on their financials. .” " What can restaurant operators do to take proactive steps to mitigate potential future shocks to their supply chains and costs?

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 19, 2025

If your restaurant or suppliers are involved in a recall, there’s a lot to manage. Many restaurants still rely on manual or disjointed systems, which makes recall management slow, error-prone, and ineffective. The Benefits of Automation The benefits of automation for recall management cannot be overstated, as it improves: Speed.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 28, 2025

This commitment across the supply chain not only enhances the flavor and safety of products but also resonates deeply with Gen Z’s values of transparency and trust. Build a Positive Social Media Presence Although authenticity may seem contrary to the curated nature of social media, we have discovered that the two can seamlessly coexist.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 26, 2024

In 2025 and beyond, restaurant executives should be on the lookout for increasing point-of-sale (POS) systems attacks, AI-powered social engineering tactics, and greater supply chain cyber vulnerabilities. But this isn’t the only way hackers can take advantage of the supply chain to target restaurants.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

We were ill-prepared for the COVID pandemic that devastated the food industry with supply chain disruptions, product and labor shortages, and soaring inflation. The biggest learning from COVID is that food businesses must be prepared for any crisis – and ensure their suppliers all along the supply chain are also prepared and resilient.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 1, 2024

There are a number of proven strategies for being proactive about possible supply chain shortages including menu optimization, building partnerships and LTO maximization. Creating a limited time offer that utilizes ingredients that are already in the kitchen to maximize sales without adding other ingredients to your supply.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 10, 2022

Please send questions to Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine Executive Editor Barbara Castiglia at bcastiglia@modernrestaurantmanagement.com. Here are three ways you can reduce your restaurant supply and labor costs: Use Technology to Streamline Operations. Take food cost management for instance. “Data!

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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. “Everything in our supply chain is based on GS1 Standards. “Everything in our supply chain is based on GS1 Standards. It was a painstaking effort.”

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 11, 2025

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked Zabaneh to elaborate on best practices restaurant operators should put in place now. With inflation and rising costs, what are some practical suggestions for restaurants to manage costs while offering value to guests?

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 23, 2025

The restaurant industry is fast-paced and demanding, with constant pressures to deliver excellent service while managing operations smoothly. Balancing staff needs, customer expectations, and resource constraints can quickly overwhelm staff and management alike.

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7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Your staff, especially your restaurant manager, plays a crucial role in the overall dining experience. We’ve prepared a list of restaurant manager interview questions that can help you find the right person to lead your team and help grow your business. How do you manage the restaurant’s budget and control costs?

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 28, 2023

What if I told you that you could solve a variety of your problems by improving your supply chain transparency? Supply chain transparency can provide vital information about suppliers’ environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives. Doing so helps these brands: Reduce risk across the entire supply chain.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 23, 2025

From labor to supply chain to utility bills, restaurant operators are feeling the pressure. Despite that Más Mex, the restaurant group behind Fat Rosie’s and Escalante’s, has decided to protect the guest experience at all costs, and we do that by managing ours more carefully than ever before.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 24, 2023

AI can also improve sustainability within restaurants – and throughout their supply chains – with huge benefits that include waste and carbon emissions reduction, cost savings, and meeting consumer demand. For instance, AI can help drive the following benefits: Improving transparency throughout the supply chain.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 17, 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 2025. When consumers order more food online, it’s clearly good for business – but it can also make it harder for businesses to manage inventory.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 6, 2023

In fact, leveraging IoT is revolutionizing the sector by optimizing supply chain management, enhancing the customer experience, and facilitating data-driven decision-making. Connected sensors and devices allow real-time tracking and monitoring of food products throughout the supply chain. Rely on data management and analytics.

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ChowNow

MARCH 14, 2025

In this guide, youre going to learn: The key components of effective restaurant operations management Common challenges restaurant owners face (and how to solve them) Best practices to run a more efficient and profitable restaurant Lets explore what it takes to manage restaurant operations like a pro.

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7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Finding a well-rounded bar manager can be the determining factor in the success of your business. Through the right interview questions, you can find a manager who doesn’t just fit the job but can boost your bar’s reputation. In this article: How do you handle inventory management to keep the bar always adequately stocked?

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The Rail

OCTOBER 17, 2024

It can help you fix discrepancies in ordering and inventory management , minimizing food shrink. The Problem with Restaurants’ Supply Chain Food Waste You’ve probably felt forced to raise menu prices to offset losses incurred by wholesale prices rising and fewer people eating out. What else can it do for you?

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

To gain insights on what operators can do to prevent outbreaks, Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine turned to Christine Schindler, CEO and Co-Founder of PathSpot, a digital health and safety system designed to effectively eliminates the spread of foodborne illness throughout the entire food cycle.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

In a time where restaurants are challenged by rising costs and labor constraints, the rise in severe weather adds another challenge that owners and managers must plan and solve for to protect people and assets. Keeping one of these devices in the manager’s office ensures easy access to accurate information for timely decision making.

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The Rail

MARCH 31, 2025

By Jose Chavez, Contributor Managing multiple locations is tough in the restaurant business. Restaurant businesses need to adopt technology that enables collaboration among remote teams and simplifies management if they want to succeed. Successful management and onboarding of new staff with the company vision depends on this.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Every operator I talk to right now is feeling the pain of supply chain disruptions and high food costs. Having strong management of your menu enables improvement across all areas of your inventory and food management.

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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. Always date and label everything.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 18, 2022

The landscape has changed since the pandemic, and as restaurateurs, we need to push the bounds of innovation to develop short and long-term solutions to the things keeping us up at night – staffing and supply chain challenges. Supply Chain and Distribution. Labor – Retaining Quality Staff. Aloha Poke Co.

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The Rail

JUNE 11, 2025

Whether you’re moving into the next town or setting up a shop across the country, managing a multi-location restaurant requires planning, patience, and a whole lot of practical know-how. Work with Reliable Vendors and Suppliers Your supply chain needs to be just as solid at your second location as it is at your first.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 3, 2025

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine reached out for a a deeper dive into Ashcraft’s franchising journey, learning why she feels it’s important to be present in her shop every day. There are going to be supply breakdowns and mistakes. and how she creates a team culture where everyone contributes.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 11, 2024

Management takes on multiple jobs throughout the restaurant including hiring, marketing, maintaining the budget, operations and keeping customers and staff happy. When working in a restaurant, management must utilize a variety of skills to run a successful business. As a manager it is your job to set the tone.

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Harbor Touch

MARCH 18, 2025

Their stories inspire these 10 proven restaurant management tips and tricks for success. Its practical wisdom drawn from years of supporting restaurant managers, crafted to stand the test of time. Staff Management 1. Weve heard from managers who faced near walkouts during packed evenings because schedules got sloppy.

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7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Step 3: Check your food supply Another aspect to consider is your food supply. Additionally, look for potential backup suppliers to avoid disruptions in your supply chain. Checking your food supply can give you an idea of the types of ingredients you need as well. This way, you can get a better idea of their service.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

While this can be largely attributed to supply challenges associated with bird flu which has affected nearly 100 million egg-laying hens since 2022, it's not the only factor. Other things to do: manage food waste and examine your P&L. "It's

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Perfect Daily Grind

MAY 25, 2025

While many assert that this signifies a long overdue change, as coffee has historically been an undervalued commodity, price volatility affects all levels of the supply chain in various ways. Many are facing the difficult decision to raise their retail prices , seeking new ways to streamline operations and manage cash flow more effectively.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Please send questions to Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine Executive Editor Barbara Castiglia at bcastiglia@modernrestaurantmanagement.com. As we move into a new dawn of operational risks, challenges and successes, it’s important that supply chain overlaps and over pricing are kept to a minimum.

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