7 Shifts
SEPTEMBER 1, 2022
If you're standing in line waiting to order the special of the night, the seasonal Panzanella Salad, you don't want to hear “86 the special”. At some point when you were dining in a restaurant, you may have heard the BOH staff shout “86” and the name of a menu item to the waiters. How to stop 86ing menu items. What does 86 mean?
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. Restaurant forecasting isn't really a "nice to have" - it's a step all successful restaurateurs have to take. Why Should You Conduct a Restaurant Forecast? Get granular.
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Culinary Cues
OCTOBER 24, 2020
Consider this – the menu is the most important component of a successful restaurant and once designed it can, and should, impact every other aspect of the business. YES – the menu is that important! The menu comes first and should reflect the philosophy of the owners and chef and how the operators expect to be perceived by the public.
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.
7 Shifts
DECEMBER 18, 2019
It’s December, and the air is seasoned with the scent of cinnamon, spice, and everything nice. With dinner prep taking place in most restaurants from noon on, you’re open anyway—and the more diners you can attract to buy lunch, the more profitable you become. Want to capture the hungry, back-to-school lunch crowd for January?
7 Shifts
JANUARY 31, 2024
The best restaurant managers take customer service a step further, recognizing regulars and personalizing service for a more memorable guest experience. Accounting & finances Many owners—who take the initiative to fund and start the restaurant —expect you to keep the business open and profitable.
Social Hospitality
JUNE 28, 2023
But sometimes, thinking out of the box and moving beyond Facebook and Instagram posts is a great idea. In fact, since the pandemic, take-out has surged, and the online food delivery market is expected to be valued at over $106 billion by 2027. Spring – It’s the season when you can serve Easter treats like eggs, ham, and bread.
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