Ken Burgin

JUNE 6, 2023

I love using ChatGPT to develop training activities and materials for restaurant and cafe employees. I’ve used it here to brainstorm ideas for training modules for waiters, managers, cooks, head chefs, and baristas. You are writing for restaurant owners and trainers who are just starting with ChatGPT.

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7 Shifts

JUNE 3, 2022

We don't have to tell you that the restaurant industry has a turnover problem. Restaurants are a transitional industry for many—but many of the reasons that workers quit are entirely preventable. 8 Reasons Why Restaurant Workers Quit — And How To Prevent It. 7shifts Tip Pooling and Distribution Software for Restaurants.

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Culinary Cues

APRIL 3, 2020

I have always been a believer in the reality of Murphy’s Law: “If something is left to go wrong – it will.” Here are some examples of scenarios to plan for: [] PEOPLE ARE AFRAID TO BE IN A RESTAURANT WITH CROWDS. Make sure that every employee is properly trained and on-board with the importance of this process.

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7 Shifts

JANUARY 31, 2024

Managing a restaurant is a delicate routine—if we can even call it a routine. Managers are responsible for nearly every aspect of the restaurant and have to cover a variety of duties. In addition to their main duties, restaurant managers also have to contend with all the unwritten or hidden responsibilities that fall on them.

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7 Shifts

MARCH 27, 2020

Due to the volatile situation caused by COVID-19, restaurateurs across the globe are having to temporarily close their businesses to support social distancing. We’ve created this COVID-19 restaurant closure guide to help restaurateurs like you navigate these difficult times. The law This major decision isn’t entirely up to you.

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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. To tackle this pressing issue effectively, businesses must invest in staff training and development, vital for retaining and upskilling their existing workforce.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 8, 2020

Many restaurant owners and workers are feeling helpless and at a loss for what to do next. In this Q&A with Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine, Washcovick offers some ways restaurants can engage their customers and their community in these unprecedented times. ." and how they can best reach you.

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7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 26, 2021

What are the benefits of self-operated delivery for restaurants? These fees, when not managed, cut deep into razor-thin margins, and in some cases, can contribute to a restaurant closing for good. Without existing apps, this lives on your restaurant’s website. Which means no fees paid to UberEats, GrubHub, Postmates, DoorDash.

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Culinary Cues

MAY 4, 2022

Share what you know with others, listen to them, and never exhibit any belief that you are somehow better than they are. [] IT’S NOT ABOUT YOU, IT’S ABOUT THE TEAM: The only consistently successful restaurants are the ones where every member of the team knows they are equal. PLAN BETTER – TRAIN HARDER. CAFÉ Talks Podcast.

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7 Shifts

JANUARY 31, 2024

Managing a restaurant is a delicate routine—if we can even call it a routine. Managers are responsible for nearly every aspect of the restaurant and have to cover a variety of duties. In addition to their main duties, restaurant managers also have to contend with all the unwritten or hidden responsibilities that fall on them.

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Apicbase

MAY 30, 2024

Efficiency is everything in a restaurant company. It’s an all-in-one tool that supercharges every aspect of your restaurant’s performance, from order accuracy to customer loyalty, and even helps you increase profit margins. And how can you use your POS system to ignite your restaurant’s performance?

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Lavu

FEBRUARY 14, 2020

A well-developed employee handbook is the foundation for streamlined operations at any restaurant. Basic restaurant standards, like restaurant safety, dress code, and code of conduct. . Basic restaurant standards, like restaurant safety, dress code, and code of conduct. . Labor Laws. Social Media Policy.

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Embrace the Suck

JANUARY 20, 2021

If you’re like the majority of restaurants and bars in your market, you’ve been struggling to find staff. Like 90 percent of the bar, restaurant, and nightclub problems, you are your own worst enemy. Psychologists call this the Law of Familiarity. I like it for restaurants because it measures kinetic energy levels.

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Restaurant365

AUGUST 19, 2020

Successful restaurant owners and operators don’t just provide great food. The people piece of the puzzle can be challenging for restaurants. Because of the complicated nature of human resources (HR) and the sprawling regulations surrounding payroll, HR and payroll can be a recurring headache for restaurant owners and operators.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Calling it a critical subject, the James Beard Foundation® launched a campaign focused on tackling the significant impact of climate change on independent restaurants, chefs, and the local economies they support. This will include testimonial videos, social media campaigns, press engagements, and events.

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EATER

JANUARY 23, 2023

Joules Garcia /Eater Pastry chefs may be leaving restaurants, but that’s not necessarily a bad thing for the profession For the last several years, I’ve noticed a terrifying trend: Major magazines and food publications say that pastry chefs are going extinct. Has the restaurant industry returned to business as usual?

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Ken Burgin

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

The wine list is an essential part of your restaurant or hotel beverage service, so let’s apply intelligent design and business thinking to increase profits and ensure it appeals to the greatest number of people. The law of supply and demand applies to wine as well as commodities – as prices rise, demand goes down.

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The Rail

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

By Jerry Chase, Contributor Moving your restaurant to a new location is a significant undertaking that requires careful planning and execution. From assessing the demographics of your new area to navigating zoning laws and permits, every step of the process matters. Let's dive in and make your move a seamless and rewarding experience!

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Sling

AUGUST 9, 2023

A Guide for Managers March 2023 12 Best Restaurant Schedule Software Programs for Small Businesses March 2023 11 Expert Tips for Handling Scheduling Conflicts March 2023 Exempt Vs. March 2023 What Is a Human Resource Management System (HRMS)?

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Open for Business

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Opening a restaurant is a dream for many aspiring entrepreneurs and food lovers alike, but it’s also a complex venture that requires careful planning and execution. With this guide, we walk you through the key steps to turn your restaurant dream into a successful reality. It’s equally important to study your competition.

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Ken Burgin

DECEMBER 7, 2020

Your country cafe or restaurant offers good conditions: proper pay, decent hours, a friendly boss and a modern kitchen. See: How to Write Restaurant Job Advertisements That Get a Much Better Response. This can be a great opportunity, but immigration laws are complex and changing all the time. Jump onto the training bandwagon.

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Restaurant365

AUGUST 21, 2020

Successful restaurant owners and operators don’t just provide great food. The people piece of the puzzle can be challenging for restaurants. Because of the complicated nature of human resources (HR) and the sprawling regulations surrounding payroll, HR and payroll can be a recurring headache for restaurant owners and operators.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 18, 2019

Social media, text messaging, online training and the like have all made the interaction between employer and employee easier and more streamlined. After all, in the social media world, the letter too can be shared online. Doesn’t The Law On Defamation Protect My Restaurant? Yes and no.

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7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

Turnover in restaurants is as high as ever. Labor shortages, health crises, and general economic trends have made it a struggle — and restaurants need help. But we're at an inflection point in the restaurant industry. It's not enough to just pay more than the restaurant next door. Restaurant Retention Data Study.

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The Rail

APRIL 4, 2024

This is especially true of restaurants, bars and pubs in the busy cities like San Francisco. Understanding the Landscape of Local Regulations The first step in this relocation adventure is getting to grips with intricate zoning and licensing laws. They are the heart and soul of your bar, and you must keep them informed and involved.

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Sling

JULY 1, 2023

If opening a restaurant is in your future, you are undoubtedly excited — and perhaps feeling a bit overwhelmed. We’ll discuss how to navigate the early planning stages, review some essentials to take care of before launch day arrives, and leave you with some tips to keep your restaurant running smoothly once it opens.

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7 Shifts

MAY 23, 2024

The competition in the restaurant industry is getting tighter. In fact, 45% of restaurant operators expect their competition to be much more intense in 2024 than last year. That said, we've compiled some of the best techniques for increasing restaurant sales and taking your business to new heights.

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ChowNow

JUNE 29, 2020

It’s clear that the COVID-19 pandemic has been devastating for restaurants. While we’re in stabler territory for the time being, things are still grim for the restaurant industry. Now, as a patchwork of laws and guidelines has allowed more and more restaurants to reopen their dining rooms, many questions remain.

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Cheetah

APRIL 10, 2020

Reading Time: 4 minutes Do you dream of opening your own restaurant? Before you read about how to start a restaurant, know that many fail – for avoidable reasons. Below are ten steps to increase your new restaurant’s chances of success and becoming a “go-to” place. This holds especially true for restaurants. Hire early.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 28, 2020

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry experts for their opinions on what we can expect in 2021. Delivery and take-out will continue to be the most popular way consumers will get their restaurant meals in a COVID and post-COVID world. Here are their responses. To read part one, click here.

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Restaurant365

DECEMBER 17, 2019

Restaurants are unique businesses that come with their own specific set of startup costs. Your average restaurant labor cost and restaurant food cost will vary based on your type of concept, location, size, and other details. Before rushing to open your doors, you need to understand your restaurant costs.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 10, 2020

And how are other restaurants and industry insiders responding to this growing health concern? ” The cashless multi-vendor open-air gastronomic market has two locations in Prague, and a total of 34 independently operated restaurants, bars and retailers. Eat healthier.” We are trying to be responsible and calm.”

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Touch Bistro

MAY 26, 2021

Dad is king for a day, which means millions of families will be on the hunt for Father’s Day restaurant specials to mark the special occasion. That’s where your restaurant comes in. For restaurants, Father’s Day is a lucrative holiday. Let’s give dad a Father’s Day experience to taco ‘bout. Let the dad jokes begin!).

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The Restaurant Times

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

Once the restaurant has been set up, and the owner is earning profits, the next step for any successful restaurant business is its expansion. Restaurant owners mainly turn to the franchise route for business expansion because of a lack of time and resources. How To Franchise Restaurant In Saudi Arabia. Staff Training.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 17, 2020

This edition of MRM Research Roundup features news that consumers plan to put restaurants at the top of their shopping lists, the latest stats for on premise and why the restaurant of the future is here now. Nearly half (48 percent) of respondents also said they are likely to buy gift cards from a local independent restaurant.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

MRM's Franchise Feed provides the latest news in restaurant and MUFSO franchising. Apple American Group LLC (AAG), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Flynn Restaurant Group LP (FRG), was named the 2021 Abe Gustin Franchisee of the Year by Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill + Bar. AAG Named Franchisee of the Year.

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MBB Hospitality

APRIL 25, 2019

It’s one thing to start a restaurant business , but it’s an entirely different monster to sustain it and make it grow. This business growth guide is designed to help restaurant owners achieve the next level of development for their food venture. 8 Techniques to Grow Your Restaurant Business in 2019. Well, we’ve got you covered!

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