7 Shifts

AUGUST 6, 2021

Staff scheduling, inventory management, menu analysis , guest satisfaction, profitability, and so much more rest on the shoulders of accurate restaurant forecasting. It's a disruptive experience for guests who need to take time to review the menu all over again and decide on a dish they might not enjoy as much. Get granular.

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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.

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Culinary Cues

JULY 23, 2023

As if that weren’t enough, the menu and each morsel of food presented represents the chef’s life of experiences, his or her family history, the cuisine of their forefathers, every chef who contributed to their training, and everything that they believe in – as it pertains to food. It is a juxtaposition that is nearly impossible to manage.

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Culinary Cues

APRIL 15, 2023

It’s early spring, mud season as it is commonly called, and they are putting in a Yeoman’s effort at organizing another restaurant week. Sure, if all goes well, they might be able to squirrel away some extra profit from a very busy summer and fall season, but that is there to help keep the doors open through the shoulder seasons.

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Next Restaurants

APRIL 17, 2024

” This not only creates a fun interaction but also helps gauge interest in potential menu additions. Planning a special-themed menu ? Showcase Your Seasonal Menu Keep your audience engaged by highlighting the seasonal magic! Ingredient spotlight: Showcase the bounty of the season!

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7 Shifts

JULY 22, 2022

Warm weather is here, and patio season is upon us. Make sure you have enough staff to cover the busy summer season with 7shifts’s Hiring Tool. With more customers dining inside and out on the patio this season, you need the ability to create custom tip pools that fit your restaurant’s needs. Staffing for summer. Special Events.

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Perfect Daily Grind

AUGUST 16, 2022

There’s no doubt that seasonality plays an important role in influencing consumer behaviour. Seasonal signature drinks have also become commonplace in coffee shops across the world. For many coffee shop owners, including seasonal food and beverages is essential to boost sales and maintain customer interest.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 2, 2023

Behind the scenes, strategic decisions greatly impact a restaurant's bottom line, and at the forefront of these is the art of menu engineering. Far from just a list of dishes, a well-engineered menu is a powerful tool that can significantly increase a restaurant's efficiency and profitability.

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7 Shifts

OCTOBER 22, 2021

That's where proper holiday work scheduling comes into play — and with the right combination of tools, organization, and communication, restaurants and their teams will soar through the holiday season with more ease than Santa on his sleigh. Table of Contents. Need a Holiday Work Schedule? Gathering Employee Availability & Feedback.

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SpotOn

MARCH 18, 2024

On the other side of the dining spectrum, there are restaurants with menus that offer an entire meal at a set price, also known as the prix fixe menu. The prix fixe menu is ideal for guests seeking to indulge in a larger meal for a higher price. The prix fixe menu doesn't only need to serve French food.

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Blue Orbit Restaurant Consulting

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Spring is definitely patio season. Wall Street would call […] The post 10 Spring Menu Ideas for Restaurant Patio Season first appeared on Blue Orbit Restaurant Consulting. Wall Street would call […] The post 10 Spring Menu Ideas for Restaurant Patio Season first appeared on Blue Orbit Restaurant Consulting.

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Open for Business

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

While traditionally associated with fine dining, the prix fixe (pronounced “pre-feks”) menu has transcended its high-end roots, becoming a popular culinary trend. When curated with care and promoted effectively, this menu is a powerful tool for any restaurant, capable of making a memorable impression and drawing eager guests through the door.

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Buzztime Business

MARCH 19, 2024

Below, we’ve listed just a few seasonally minded ideas that’ll boost your bottom line and attract a new crop of guests to your space. Brunch events are also a great avenue to play around with inventive menu options. Use these angles for marketing, themed menu ideas, and private event offerings.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 26, 2024

This data can be instrumental in developing targeted loyalty programs and marketing strategies that drive repeat business Adapting menu offerings to meet game day demands, for example, can significantly boost sales. Data indicates a notable spike in orders for popular items like chicken wings and pizza during the tournament.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Streamlining Inventory and Menu Studies show that restaurants waste an average of four percent to 10 percent of all the inventory they purchase. For instance, if table turnover rates are lagging, it might be time to train staff for faster service or tweak the menu for speedier dish preparation.

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Buzztime Business

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Fall is in full swing; do you have the menu to match? Get ready now with these 8 fall menu ideas that will cure any customer’s craving for a taste of autumn. 1) Season’s Eatings: Farm-to-Table Fall Menu Ideas Farmers have a little secret to share…autumn is peak produce time. Sure, strawberries are out of season.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

Winter can be a tough season for restaurant and bar owners. Here are a few ideas for restaurant and bar owners to consider in an effort to continue to serve up good eats and top-tier service during the winter season. This also means potential customers will desire healthy menu options at a fair price.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 26, 2022

Many restaurants are doing this by raising prices, cutting costs, taking items off the menu, and making do with lean crews. Having this deeper understanding will begin to answer questions you may have with how to integrate produce in your menu. When is the season for the produce I want to work with?

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 11, 2021

With colder weather right around the corner for many parts of the country, now is the time for restaurant owners to utilize their POS technology to maximize outdoor dining profits and capitalize on the end of summer season. Actionable Insights Gathered by POS Data. Customized and Tailored Promotions.

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ChowNow

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

With endless reasons for your diners to celebrate this winter, prep for the busiest restaurant season by planning for moments that go beyond the usual. Our six tips for clever marketing will keep them coming back for more all season. Give them more excuses to celebrate Spot opportunities on our calendar to make the most of the season.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 8, 2023

That means you’re almost done for the year, but it also means the holiday season is here. With this uptick in business, there are three things independent restaurants should watch out for this season to ensure your business is prepared to meet the holiday demand. Consider re-forecasting your business supply needs for the season.

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Buzztime Business

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Discover how to boost holiday season traffic into your restaurant from Thanksgiving through New Year’s Eve – and beyond… 1. Promote Private Parties to Jump Start Holiday Season Traffic Don’t wait. Be proactive in your efforts to increase holiday season traffic, and contact local businesses nearby. Do the same at your restaurant.

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Restaurant Engine

JANUARY 24, 2024

Meticulously go through your menu on a regular basis to refine it regularly. Your menu is a great starting point to refresh your restaurant and excite your customers. Take your menu to a new level by changing things up to really maximize your sales. To help you, here are five tips for revamping your menu. #1:

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Perfect Daily Grind

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

When roasters sell a previous harvest of a particular coffee to customers and then buy a new harvest which currently isn’t on their menu. Coffee is a seasonal product – it’s harvested at different times around the world, it ships at different times, and arrives at different times. It’s mainly about ‘first in, first out’,” Richard says.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 8, 2020

Have you ever wondered how, despite changing climates and seasons, the same leafy greens you use in your menu items are available year-round? Transitions occur in almost all produce categories, as growing seasons are dictated by weather. In 2019, the U.S. How Produce Markets are Impacted by the Transition.

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Restaurant Business

APRIL 3, 2023

Restaurants are getting ready for patio season, offering seasonal menu options and gearing up for an influx of foot traffic as consumers head out more frequently. According to Datassential, queso has 13% menu penetration and has the highest four-year trend increase among high-penetration appetizers.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 3, 2020

Many restaurants have had to alter how they serve customers, and some have had to close their indoor dining and become creative with extending patio season. Offering both physical and digital gift cards (also known as eGift cards) is a great tactic to help increase revenue during the holiday season. Make Your Menu Seasonal.

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Restaurant Business

APRIL 7, 2023

Now is the ideal time to menu California Avocados, while they’re at the peak of their season and availability. During the spring and summer, restaurant guests are looking for dishes that appeal to a healthier lifestyle.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 17, 2022

One such solution has been shrinking restaurant menus. This past year, 60 percent of restaurants reported reducing their menu size , citing a 23 percent drop in the number of items. A smaller menu might limit ordering options but not the ability for restaurants to wow their guests. Small Menus, Big Potential.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 29, 2022

The restaurant’s five course vegetarian menu releases 800 gms of carbon dioxide which is eight times lesser than a traditional gourmet. The restaurant uses renewable energy to plant its own trees and curates a seasonal menu only. The menu is curated for customers who prefer having plant-based vegan drinks.

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Sante

DECEMBER 7, 2020

Simple adjustments to your restaurant menu can help increase profits during the pandemic. Your menu plays a bigger role in this than you’d think. As a restaurant owner, how often do you audit your menu to maximize profits? MAKE YOUR MENU WORK FOR CURRENT TIMES. You work tirelessly in order to keep your doors open.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Restaurant guests in cost-saving mode are eating out less and more conscious of menu prices, according to Restaurants: Consumer Trends Fall 2022/Winter 2023 a report produced by Provoke Insights in collaboration with Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine.

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Goliath Consulting

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Some may say they hate the cold, but they love what the season brings: joy and cozy, comfort foods. Winter is known as the season of celebration and the best time to overindulge in rich meals and comfort foods. Winter is known as the season of celebration and the best time to overindulge in rich meals and comfort foods.

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Buzztime Business

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Seasonal Favorites 1. With a blend of cranberries, tequila, and lime, this jewel-toned margarita is the perfect addition to brighten up your Thanksgiving drinks menu. Look no further than this seasonal take on a brunch favorite. Pumpkin Spice Moscow Mule: Pumpkin spice is the flavor of the season. Great idea, btw.)

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Ken Burgin

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

Objective: Develop a more nuanced understanding of seasoning and its impact on flavour profiles. Seasonal Vegetable Challenge Activity: Present a selection of vegetables and have participants identify which are in season. Objective: Increase awareness of seasonality and its impact on flavour and sustainability.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

As a seasonal business, we must manage a budget that includes almost all revenue during those busy months and very little or no cash flow during the slow months. With slow seasons also comes the need to navigate seasonal layoffs and the task of hiring all the best people back the next season. Plan for Gaps in Your Budget.

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Cheetah

JANUARY 20, 2022

When the Covid-19 delivery boom took off, many restaurants shortened their menu in order to focus on their best, and most delivery-friendly, items. But as supply chain issues, labor shortages and health concerns persist, the small menu trend is making increasingly more economic and operational sense as a long term strategy.

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