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How Better Cooking Oil Management Enhances Efficiency and Reduces Costs

Modern Restaurant Management

What are common misconceptions restaurant operators have regarding the impact of cooking oil on sustainability? What Can Be Done : Educate the customer about the impact that different oils make not only on their ability to operate but also on their sustainability goals within the kitchen. Five major relationships to consider are: 1.

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Be the Change: How Snooze Prioritizes Sustainability

Modern Restaurant Management

Have you ever wondered how a restaurant chain can truly integrate sustainability into its daily operations? As we grew, we saw the opportunity to blend those passions into a single, more holistic role, one that champions our values around community and sustainability with equal heart. At Snooze, an A.M. Photos courtesy of Snooze A.M.

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For Restaurants Cutting Their Carbon Footprint, Composting Food Scraps Is Just the Beginning

EATER

Kitchens as Energy Hogs Commercial kitchens use anywhere from two to 10 times more energy per square foot than other commercial businesses, Richard Young, the director of Frontier Energy , a national energy consulting firm, told Civil Eats. And new equipment is often beyond the reach of small restaurants. “We

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Eco‑Friendly Packaging That Won’t Hurt Your Margins

The Rail

By Rebecca Smith, Contributor In today’s restaurant industry, sustainability is no longer a nice-to-have — it’s expected. But sustainable packaging doesn’t have to eat into your profits. When customers see compostable bowls or recycled napkins in their delivery orders, it signals that you care about more than just profits.

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The Cost of B-ing Good

Modern Restaurant Management

Read any article enumerating the current or emerging trends in restaurants and retail and you will see ideas of health and wellness, environmental sustainability, and brand authenticity coming to the fore. But is B Corp certification something restaurants should pursue? Green Restaurant and Slow Food were others we considered.

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How To Reduce Food Waste in Restaurants

The Restaurant Group

Understanding how to reduce food waste in restaurants is the first step toward sustainable and cost-effective operations. Community Impact : Reducing waste creates opportunities for food donations and supports sustainability efforts. Educating and empowering them fosters a collective mission for sustainability.

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28 Strategies to Cut Costs in the Restaurant Business

Lavu

This guide breaks down 28 proven strategies that help cut unnecessary expenses, streamline operations, and boost profitability—whether you manage a small café or a multi-location chain. Focusing on making more money is essential to keep your business successful in the long run.