Cheetah

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Supply chain disruptions and shortages like these are hitting every part of the food service industry hard. The labor crisis is not slowing down and the situation across the entire supply chain is dire. But supply chain capacities are set up for a regular flux of goods, not the current surge they are experiencing.

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Goliath Consulting

JUNE 15, 2021

We saw customers stockpiling on groceries and supplies in homes instead of going out to eat, raising retail sales by 29 percent over the previous year (1). According to this McKinsey Report, these “changes in consumer behavior continue to ripple through the US food and agricultural supply chains” even today (1).

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Apicbase

MAY 21, 2024

Whether launching a new concept or expanding into a different market, menu development is critical for a restaurant’s success. That means balancing brilliant ideas with practicality and taking the time to consider all variables that can impact food costs , menu scalability, and customer first impressions. What is Menu Development?

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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. has worked to secure secondary suppliers for critical menu ingredients.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 6, 2023

In this column, Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine looks at newly introduced menu items from top brands. SONIC® Drive-In is introducing a new Under $2 Craves menu. Available at SONIC locations nationwide, the new menu features classic SONIC favorites including the Jr. Golden Menu. Green January.

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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. While restaurants have always been intentional about food waste, menu offerings, and purchasing, I see operators doubling down on looking for any efficiency to help save money right now. Reinforce Employee Training.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Since the labor shortage across the supply chain is likely to persist past the short-term and with other costs also increasing, one of the few ways restaurants can maintain their margins without raising their prices is to find ingredients that have better yields and require less labor to prepare. per portion. Product design?

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 1, 2020

This edition of MRM's "Ask the Expert” features advice from Buyers Edge Platform on the topic of menu engineering. With restaurants reopening their patios and doors with limited menus and seats, now is the perfect time to make sure your menu is designed for margin, profitability and strong sales.

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Goliath Consulting

JULY 8, 2020

Reopening restaurants with current supply chain issues makes this once rare scenario seem to be a weekly occurrence. With the increasingly frustrating variables in the current restaurant industry, beverage supply chain does not need to be the straw that breaks the camels back. Does the bar just 86 top shelf tequila for the weekend?

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 18, 2020

” Reviving The Supply Chain. Now more than ever, it is important for restaurants to maintain a healthy connection with their supply chain. Strategies like those employed by Prairie keeps the supply chain moving, costs constant, and food waste limited. It’s been well received, truly a win-win for everyone involved.”

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 2, 2022

Restaurant menu prices continue upward as the U.S. But with rising food and supply costs, how can operators keep menu prices low when they have to pay more for inventory? Reducing your food costs without sacrificing the quality of your menu items is vital for survival in the foodservice industry.

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Goliath Consulting

JUNE 15, 2020

The supply chain failure and the domino effect of its impact have been a wake-up call for even the veterans of the food industry. Nationwide outbreaks have forced manufacturers to shut down their plants, leading to disruptions in operations downstream in the supply chain (1). Menu Changes and Flexibility.

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Restaurant365

DECEMBER 6, 2021

In the letter, the NRA addressed how increasing costs and limited supplies are restricting the industry’s ability to function. 75 percent of restaurants have made menu changes because of supply chain challenges. 75 percent of restaurants have made menu changes because of supply chain challenges.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 30, 2024

Any quick-service restaurant endeavoring to increase consumer engagement and create a dynamic brand needs to consider making LTOs a significant part of their menu development. Working with a team, other colleagues in the industry, or vendors can supply significant support at this stage. All the tasting doesn’t hurt either.

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Hot Schedules

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

What Hotel Menu Trends Will Define 2022? For these travelers, the dining experience will be back on the menu. Leading up to this, its pivotal that operators navigate global supply chain disruptions to continue enticing potential diners with a killer offering. The foodservice distribution industry is hypercompetitive and robust.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 6, 2020

Q : What Supply Chain Considerations Should I Keep in Mind Moving Forward? A : As states and counties look to reopen across the US, one area restaurant operators are looking toward is their supply chain. Below are a few key takeaways operators should consider as they seek to optimize their supply chains over the next few months.

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Goliath Consulting

JUNE 21, 2022

Since the war between Ukraine and Russia started, there has been intensified supply chain problems with food and other items. 1 Since this supply chain has been disrupted, the US, UK, Indonesia, Germany, Netherlands, and India have faced significant difficulties locating sunflower and vegetable oils. Grain Shortage.

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Culinary Cues

JULY 4, 2021

By now, everyone is aware that there are enormous challenges with the supply chain – brought on by the pandemic and post pandemic rush to return to normal. So, here we are facing overnight demand (it’s like everyone turned on the open switch at the same time) that exceeds supply and our ability to deliver.

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Cheetah

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Supply chain disruptions and shortages like these are hitting every part of the food service industry hard. The labor crisis is not slowing down and the situation across the entire supply chain is dire. But supply chain capacities are set up for a regular flux of goods, not the current surge they are experiencing.

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Goliath Consulting

AUGUST 28, 2020

With how the restaurant industry looks right now, from shifting consumer behavior and volatile demand, strategically pricing a menu has never been so complicated, nor so important. Talk to your vendors about commodity price trends that impact your menu. Eliminate the high cost/low selling items from the menu. Study the market.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 3, 2023

The Future Menu Trends Report 2023 reveals eight global menu trends predicted to impact the restaurant industry in the years to come. Flavor Contrast Ingredients Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine caught up with Brandon Collins, Corporate Executive Chef, Unilever Food Solutions North America to learn more about future menus.

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Restaurant365

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Sourcing beef and pork from smaller local producers will alleviate some supply chain headaches. Production took a nosedive during the pandemic, meat processing slowed or stopped completely as packing houses shut down, and now a shortage of truck drivers is delaying deliveries—all tangling the meat supply chain in knots. .

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Ken Burgin

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Inflation is back, following dramatic rises in energy costs, wages and all the food & beverage supplies we purchase. When Should You Increase Menu Prices? If wages and supplies are rising, the costs need to be increased to cover them. What to Consider When Deciding to Raise Menu Prices. And profitability is suffering.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 15, 2024

Themed Menus for the Win : Want to show support for this year’s best teams? Provide special menu options from the cities the contenders hail from – a Philly Cheesesteak if the Eagles make it or a Cuban for Miami. Now is the time to get your plays in order to be a winner this Super Bowl Sunday.

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Culinary Digital

JANUARY 16, 2024

When a menu selection is reduced, several changes and improvements can occur in kitchen operations. Here’s what typically happens when a menu selection is reduced: Simplified Kitchen Workflow: A condensed menu leads to a simplified kitchen workflow, significantly reducing the complexity of culinary operations.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 13, 2023

In this column, Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine looks at newly introduced menu items from top brands. Visit your local Dickey’s and let our experienced pitmaster help you pick out your fan-favorite BBQ menu items for your Big Yellow Box. Nashville Kick.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 28, 2024

It can also provide full sourcing and ingredient listings that are needed for menu creation to serve customers with special requirements. Across the supply chain, other stakeholders are also using 2D barcodes to automatically record and share vital information related to product information and movement across trading partner networks.

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Hot Schedules

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

Menu Engineering Helps Hospitality Teams to Manage Costs in 2021. O n top of the decreased sales resulting from the pandemic, the hospitality industry is facing an ongoing rise in labor costs and uncertainty regarding supply chain reliability and product availability. Star – Highly popular and with high margins.

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7 Shifts

MAY 23, 2024

For instance, while doing your data review, you notice that one of the items on your menu is no longer profitable. It can also help you know when to look for a new vendor to supply you with the same quality ingredients at a more affordable price.

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Aaron Allen & Associates

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

If ever there were a time to invest in restaurant menu strategy, surely it should be now. Menu engineering is the spring cleaning equivalent in the industry. Menus, SKUs, inventory, POS data, etc. Our Most-Read Menu Insights. Every great restaurant chain turnaround has started with the menu.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 27, 2023

These factors contribute to a volatile supply chain, influencing everything from ingredient availability to menu pricing strategies. Contemporary menus increasingly feature more plant-based selections and alternative proteins, while also reflecting the demand for locally vetted foods and transparent supply chains.

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Culinary Cues

NOVEMBER 25, 2023

Some may feel this is altruistic and maybe not realistic, but I hope you find a way to protect our profession, service those who supply kitchens with fabulous ingredients, honor those young cooks who want to learn, and respect guests who trust your integrity. Let you cooks put a signature on the menu. Do it right! Do it right!

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7 Shifts

MAY 23, 2024

Food cost percentage When deciding how much to price your menu items, TouchBistro advises keeping the food cost percentage anywhere between 20% and 40%. Proper restaurant budget planning can help eliminate overspending on expenses like ineffective marketing campaigns or expensive supplies like food packaging and tissue paper.

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Culinary Cues

DECEMBER 20, 2021

This casualty has been in the making for some time but adding point of origin supply chain issues has made the loss even more significant. The supply chain link that most vividly impacts restaurants is that connection between the manufacturer, wholesaler, and restaurant. What is the solution?

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Cheetah

JUNE 8, 2020

Supplies Call or email and let us know of your new opening date. This will allow us more time to ensure we have the supplies you need for opening day. The supply chain may have been disrupted for certain products, so you may experience longer lead times than you are used to.

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Cheetah

JUNE 8, 2020

Supplies Call or email and let us know of your new opening date. This will allow us more time to ensure we have the supplies you need for opening day. The supply chain may have been disrupted for certain products, so you may experience longer lead times than you are used to.

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Culinary Cues

JANUARY 20, 2024

Raising prices is inevitable when the supply chain keeps beating restaurants over the head, in some cases simply because they can, but the answer is not as simple as: “pass it on to the guest”. A menu should thus be designed and priced to make those items seem essential.

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