Culinary Cues

APRIL 1, 2020

The only adjustment that can be made is the heartbreaking decision to furlough employees or consider permanent closure of operations. Our first job is certainly to protect ourselves and our families, to stop the spread of the virus in every way within our individual power, but time wasted now will come back to bite us in the near future.

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Waste Cash Management Entertainment Take-out 498

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

By investing in a data-driven POS platform, restaurant operators can address labor challenges, fine-tune their stock management, design promotions based on current trends, reduce human error and more. Here's how restaurateurs can maximize the benefits of their POS data. And better customer service also translates to tangible savings.

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POS Operations Loyalty Program Seasonal Menu 120

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

Otherwise, these products may go to waste. The data to analyze with food is the following: food sales, food costs, sales mixture, food inventory, cost of goods sold, menu pricing, invoice reviews for accuracy of pricing, stock on hand, beginning and end of day protein counts, and daily sold items. Good words sell food.

Pricing 204

Pricing Food Seasonal Menu Food Order 204

Cheetah

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

To bolster profits, restaurant operators need to charge more without turning off patrons. Taking advantage of the growing trend of reducing food waste is a great way to achieve both. By taking a few simple actions to reduce food waste, operators can position themselves as a conscious business that appeals to the heart of their patrons.

Waste 148

Waste Compost Food Social Media 148

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 17, 2020

Although this means that we are now down to just 20 percent of our business, we are able to stay afloat financially by applying the same waste reduction efficiencies in our own work that we pass on to our consulting clients. Historically, we have trained cafeteria staff to cook food from scratch while also reducing food and labor waste.

Waste 186

Waste Food Compost Food Supply 186

Restaurant365

JANUARY 4, 2022

Restaurant inventory management plays a key role in overcoming rising food prices. Logistics challenges and labor shortages have fueled rising food prices at the wholesale level. Data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics showed the November Producer Price Index, a measure of wholesale prices, up 9.6% from a year ago.

Inventory 148

Inventory Pricing Management Management 148

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 26, 2022

Inflation, supply chain disruptions, and an unforgiving labor market have created a perfect storm for restaurant owners and operators. As costs rise and pressures pile up, the time is now to perform a complete audit of the true costs of human resources operations. The mounting headwinds are unrelenting.

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Audits Operations 2006 Hiring 199

Restaurant365

JANUARY 18, 2022

While true zero-restaurant food waste is extremely rare, it can be a meaningful goal. Implementing a zero-waste initiative can help minimize your carbon footprint and may even attract new customers who embrace your environmental friendliness. Additionally, limiting your food waste can improve your restaurant’s bottom line.

Waste 147

Waste Compost Food Consumer Goods 147

Apicbase

APRIL 18, 2024

A restaurant’s raw data includes sales numbers, inventory data, ingredient pricing, recipe quantities and units, and financial figures. Reports give managers an overview of restaurant operations at a glance and also allow them to search and dig into the details to uncover granular insights about every part of the business.

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Operations Inventory Waste Food Order 52

Squirrel Systems

MARCH 3, 2024

In today’s competitive dining industry, maintaining profitability while keeping prices stable is a significant challenge for restaurateurs. High operating costs, fluctuating commodity prices, and the ever-evolving preferences of guests can all squeeze margins.

Pricing 52

Pricing Loyalty Program Waste Social Media 52

Culinary Cues

APRIL 23, 2022

The cost of raw materials seems to always go up, most ingredients that restaurants use are highly perishable, customer volume is less predictable than we would like, seasonal differences in quality are quite significant, the supply chain is out of step with demand, and waste seems to be a real problem in many operations.

Food 381

Food Seasonal Menu Waste Point of Sale 381

Squirrel Systems

APRIL 11, 2024

Creating efficiencies at your restaurant using Mobile POS solutions Understanding how to keep your restaurant patio operations profitable requires a strategic look at your on-the-floor dynamics. Good restaurant guest experience is both a factor of satisfied staff and genuinely pleasurable dining experiences for your guests.

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POS Operations Mobile Ordering Front of House 97

Sling

MAY 9, 2023

Efficient and effective restaurant operations don’t just happen. In this article, we discuss some of the best ways to improve your restaurant operations and introduce you to the tools that can help make that easier. Table of contents What is restaurant operations? They take purposeful planning and work to build and maintain.

Operations 78

Operations Loyalty Program Food Safety Front of House 78

The Restaurant Times

JULY 28, 2021

As per the Food Sustainability Index, a person wastes 494 pounds of food per year in the UAE, which is way higher than in the USA and Europe. High food waste is not just bad for restaurants, it also impacts the environment and food security significantly. Thus, there arises a need for an efficient waste management system. .

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Waste Management Management Operations 52

Apicbase

APRIL 28, 2023

Every report on food waste is a jaw-dropper. Food waste is a monumental problem with massive consequences. An estimated 32% of all food produced worldwide is lost or wasted from farm to fork (some reports even say between 40-50%). Food loss and waste represent about $940 billion in annual economic losses. on food costs.

Waste 52

Waste Food Point of Sale Inventory 52

7 Shifts

MAY 23, 2024

Prime Cost: This represents your restaurant's largest expenses Controllable Income: Measures how much profit you have left over after deducting controllable expenses like COGS, labor, and direct operating expenses from your sales Operating Expenses: Costs incurred in the daily operations of your restaurant What are the top 3 expenses of restaurants?

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Point of Sale Seasonal Menu Food Supply Cash Management 222

Restaurant365

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

Your restaurant’s menu engineering strategy impacts your menu mix, pricing, and your overall profitability. Leveraging a mix of operational reporting tools that focus on menu profitability helps you maximize revenue and adds to your bottom line. Leverage these six operational reports to boost your menu engineering.

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Menu Operations Point of Sale POS 143

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

Rising Overhead Costs Are Hiking up Prices. Restaurant owners and operators are facing considerable rising costs from many angles simultaneously. Operational profitability is hard to obtain in moments like this, especially for smaller restaurants. Understandably, restaurants are in no position to waste labor, energy, or cost.

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Inventory Equipment Waste Pricing 186

7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

Both situations could have been prevented with proper restaurant inventory management, which gives restaurant operators better oversight over what's in stock and how it is used. You'll also be less likely to order too much of any ingredient, which leads to food waste. Choose The Right Inventory Management System. Other Helpful Tips.

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Inventory Management Management Point of Sale 370

Sling

APRIL 27, 2023

Restaurant operations management is essential for the long-term health of your business. It’s like working on the business rather than in the business and, done well, may help you move your operation to new levels of success. Table of contents What is restaurant operations management?

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Operations Management Management Inventory 78

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 21, 2023

Many brands have been experimenting with new technology to help reduce the demand for labor and combat recent price inflation. According to the National Restaurant Association , 62 percent of operators say their restaurant needs more employees to support customer demand. The KFC-Taco Bell collaboration is likely to ring a bell.

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Technology Consumer Goods Waste Supplies 186

Lavu

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

By staying on top of profit margins, you can make informed decisions about pricing, portion sizes, and operational costs, thereby improving your profit margins. By continuously monitoring and optimizing profit margins, owners can unlock valuable insights that can guide them towards effective cost management and operational efficiency.

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Fast Casual Fine Dining Food Truck Loyalty Program 123

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 2, 2022

Soaring prices, continued supply chain disruptions, and ongoing staffing shortages are creating a perfect storm for restaurants. Additionally, supply chain disruptions remain a huge problem, with 96 percent of restaurant operators saying they experienced supply delays or shortages last year. Use what you have. in one tech stack.

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Food Safety Food Supply Waste Sustainability 216

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Taking inventory is one of the most tedious processes in restaurant operations. With a labor shortage looming over the foodservice industry, operators don’t have time to focus on their inventory. ” Reduce Waste. This leaves room for unused ingredients to go to waste. Prevent Shortages.

Inventory 204

Inventory Management Management Waste 204

Apicbase

OCTOBER 28, 2022

If CoGs and overheads rise due to inflation, your menu prices should follow. That way, you can keep price increases minimal. In normal circumstances, when menu prices have to be adjusted, it is usually done strategically and with great caution. Drastic price hikes are the last resort for restaurants.

Pricing 98

Pricing Point of Sale Inventory Seasonal Menu 98

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 19, 2022

Neck and neck with the labor shortage, inflation has recently become a huge issue that operators are forced to combat. The prices of goods and services have increased 8.5 Rebounding demand, supply chain issues, and labor shortages are mostly to blame for driving prices to an all-time high. Take Advantage of QR Codes.

Waste 184

Waste Food Supply Point of Sale Inventory 184

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

While most restaurant operators will seek outside funding to get the second location running, it still takes time for a unit to become profitable once the doors open. Operators can also encourage Yelp reviews and use their social media platforms to engage with customers. Cross utilizing menu items helps reduce waste and save money.

Cash Management 186

Cash Management Point of Sale Inventory Email Marketing 186

Apicbase

MARCH 28, 2024

Restaurant back-of-house operations form the backbone of a restaurant’s success. In this article, we explore the key differences between the front and back of the house in a restaurant and discuss the best ways to integrate FOH and BOH operations. Let’s take a more detailed look at precisely what BOH operations entail.

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Back of House FOH BOH Front of House 52

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 30, 2023

This also prevents the waste of costly oil and keeps food quality up to standard. Eliminating Waste Speaking of waste prevention: Imagine discarding $20,000 worth of inventory and closing for two days because of a malfunctioning walk-in cooler. Energy/utility bills are another obstacle.

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Technology Fast Casual Waste 2023 186

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 8, 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. This capability can prove invaluable for refining pricing strategies, optimising ingredient and waste management, and planning forthcoming shifts, among other benefits.

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2024 Loyalty Program Cash Management Customer Experience 212

The Restaurant Times

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Analyzing the metrics and reports related to your operations becomes essential to your role as the restaurant manager as the competition for customers grows more fierce. It also provides insight into why the restaurant operates as it is and suggestions for improving performance. How To Use Data Intelligence To Scale Operations?

Operations 52

Operations Point of Sale Seasonal Menu Customer Experience 52

Restaurant365

OCTOBER 30, 2020

However, the day-to-day tasks can distract from the bigger-picture work that is essential for your long-term business health: restaurant operations management. The common saying is that owners and operators need to work “on,” not “in,” their restaurant. What is restaurant operations management?

Operations 78

Operations Management Management Inventory 78

ChowNow

MAY 22, 2024

Prices of ingredients, supplies, and packaging fluctuate all the time, while impacting the bottom line. COGS isn’t just the price of what goes into a dish; it’s also all the expenses for making and delivering it. Optimize menus: Tweak prices, recipes, or swap out items that don’t make as much money.

Inventory 78

Inventory Management Management Back of House 78

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

Certainly one thing on everyone’s mind today is price. So operators need to think strategically on other areas of savings to recover shrinking margins. The next sneaky costs comes from waste. Now there is obvious waste with avocados as the skin and pits are unusable for guacamole and thrown in the trash.

Food Supply 186

Food Supply Food Safety Front of House Back of House 186

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 20, 2023

As consumers watch food prices continue to rise, the demand for cost-effective meal solutions are prompting c-stores, full-service, and quick-service restaurants to increase their offerings. The sudden demand surge is often more than suppliers can handle, leaving many restaurant and c-store operators without staple ingredients.

Food 167

Food Food Supply Waste Food Safety 167

Restaurant Business

JUNE 3, 2024

In an increasingly complex and expensive labor market, automated coffee solutions can significantly enhance margins for coffee operators. For operators, this poses a critical question: how can consumers be drawn back out of the home for coffee purchases? For most Americans, coffee is a part of their life.

Supplies 71

Supplies 2024 Beverage Customer Experience 71

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. Whenever a restaurant acquires, counts, transfers, or wastes inventory, it must be entered as a journal entry into the accounting general ledger.

Inventory 177

Inventory Management Management Cash Management 177