SpotOn

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

A form of recruitment that allows individual businesses to really demonstrate what makes them special. There are certain steps to take that will ensure that your video is not only new and engaging but also a highly effective recruitment tool.   Essential information about your business What do you do?

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ChowNow

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

Small Business Saturday is coming up—is your restaurant ready? On November 27, diners will look for ways to support neighborhood favorites by “shopping small” and choosing to invest in their own communities. At ChowNow, every day is Small Business Saturday—our whole mission is to help local, independent restaurants thrive!

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Small Business Marketing Social Media Online Ordering 113

Culinary Cues

DECEMBER 1, 2019

Every year, this weekend is the official time to celebrate small businesses. In preparation for the holiday gift giving season it was somehow decided that it was appropriate to recognize those private businesses within your community by stopping in to say hello, thank them for all that they do, and spend a little money.

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Small Business Customer Experience Customer Service Seasonal Menu 414

Indoor Media

MAY 31, 2021

It’s essential that businesses harness specific social media to thrive in today’s economic landscape. YouTube and Vimeo count, but they too serve more niche purposes and are less important for most businesses. Figuring out social media usage for businesses can be a challenge. MySpace has come and gone.

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Small Business Social Media Advertising Specials 78

Restaurant Engine

JULY 28, 2021

You want to price your daily dinner specials just right for repeat business. One of your diners’ favorite lines to hear from their server is, “Would you like to hear about our specials?”. You know that offering your customers specials is a terrific marketing tool. Take Staff Costs into Account. tweet this).

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Specials Pricing Email Marketing Advertising 111

Culinary Cues

JANUARY 20, 2024

There’s a reactionary movement that I keep seeing in restaurants; a movement that assumes the answer to the restaurant bottom line is to take more and give less or give too much to justify raising prices. This is compounded when a restaurant doesn’t even take bread seriously. Help them out. Do it right!

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Fine Dining Food Truck Back of House Pricing 393

ChowNow

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

Small Business Saturday is coming up—is your restaurant ready? On November 27, diners will look for ways to support neighborhood favorites by “shopping small” and choosing to invest in their own communities. At ChowNow, every day is Small Business Saturday—our whole mission is to help local, independent restaurants thrive!

Small Business 60

Small Business Marketing Social Media Online Ordering 60

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 3, 2024

By the time I’ve purchased enough to get me to the $100 threshold (which for me, doesn’t take long), the long-forgotten punch card has already made its way to a trash can or is making friends with the gum wrappers at the bottom of my purse. It’s not just about points; it’s about building lasting relationships.

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Loyalty Program Coupons Customer Experience Seasonal Menu 199

7 Shifts

MAY 23, 2024

The restaurant business is one of the most competitive industries, and this shows in the fact that only 20% of restaurants succeed in the market. In this industry, one of the worst-case scenarios is running out of money. This can help you make proactive changes to ensure your business stays afloat in the long run.

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Point of Sale Seasonal Menu Food Supply Cash Management 221

Culinary Cues

DECEMBER 17, 2020

There are a number of reasons why restaurants fail – some are predictable and avoidable, while others can catch a business off guard. None, however, are as devastatingly out of the operators control as this pandemic. They just can’t survive the pain of lost business for months on end.

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Uniforms Cash Management Brewery Consumer Goods 471

7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 26, 2021

The easiest way to get your food out there is by partnering with a third-party delivery app. While easy, this way ends up costing more in the short term, does not contribute to long-term growth, and can end up hurting your business. Native or first-party delivery doesn't rely on a separate service to take and send out orders.

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Online Ordering Ordering Customer Service Food Order 341

7 Shifts

JUNE 29, 2022

Some of the biggest restaurant businesses on the planet are franchises. Franchise compliance is one of the biggest considerations when entering into and running a franchise business, as failing to follow federal and applicable city/state laws could result in serious consequences. Tools For Supporting Franchise Compliance.

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Franchise Franchising Restaurant Law Document 370

7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

In this article, we’ll take a look at how Tayler Book, co-founder of Beechwood Doughnuts, evolved her restaurant digitally and physically to get where they are today—making thousands of doughnuts a week for the Niagara region. I was fresh out of university. A match made in doughnut heaven ?? My partner was really into baking.

Operations 370

Operations Book Communication Small Business 370

Culinary Cues

APRIL 6, 2020

Although our current crisis has brought the restaurant industry to a halt, it is important to remember just how integrated the business of selling and serving food is to society as a whole. This is a very important part of the restaurant business – hospitality. You need to take care of people. Customers are your lifeblood.”.

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Travel Back of House Customer Service Small Business 442

Embrace the Suck

JUNE 18, 2021

With a never-ending list of things to be done and decisions to be made, one of the greatest challenges we all face as business owners is knowing which of the many things on our plate we should prioritize in order to move our business forward and achieve our goals faster. Here’s the thing. The statistics aren’t pretty.

Leadership 354

Leadership Small Business Coaching Training 354

7 Shifts

JULY 16, 2021

Write a Coffee Shop Business Plan. This step and research component is the foundation behind your business, and should be taken seriously! Take it one step further by diving into their lifestyle habits and spending patterns. Visit them to learn more about what drives their business. Competition and neighboring businesses.

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License Hiring Equipment Point of Sale 459

7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

There are more options for eating out than ever before. And the big restaurant brands are only getting bigger , making it even harder to stand out. Your marketing plan is the cornerstone of your restaurant's success and business plan. Your plan should be comprehensive, well thought out, achievable, and consistent.

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Seating Email Marketing Marketing SEO 221

7 Shifts

MAY 31, 2024

You got into this business because of your passion for food and hospitality. To help you out, we've listed some of the most used tools that even beginners in digital marketing can easily navigate. To help you out, we've listed some of the most used tools that even beginners in digital marketing can easily navigate.

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2024 Marketing Email Marketing SEO 221

Culinary Cues

JULY 31, 2022

We can’t find any employees, people don’t want to work anymore, restaurants treat employees like crap, the pay sucks and the benefits don’t exist, prices are too high, supplies are impossible to find, and profit is so small that it isn’t worth the sweat and tears. We all need to listen, analyze and change – are you willing?

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Food Supply Training Supplies Café 396

Restaurant Clicks

DECEMBER 2, 2021

Group dining is easily accommodated by private rooms in Indianapolis restaurants, making the city a great location to celebrate special occasions. Mesh is a popular locale with outdoor space, and the restaurant serves modern American cuisine with various happy hour specials. Beholder offers specialized menus for private dining events.

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Dine-in Specials Seasonal Menu Book 117

EATER

APRIL 12, 2024

As Jing Gao, founder of Fly by Jing, wrote on LinkedIn : “This kind of action, if successful, sets a dangerous precedent for the squashing of fair competition, not to mention how ridiculous it is to try and take ownership of a generic cultural term.” Here’s what you need to know.

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2008 Small Business Take-out Specials 145

EATER

APRIL 12, 2024

As Jing Gao, founder of Fly by Jing, wrote on LinkedIn : “This kind of action, if successful, sets a dangerous precedent for the squashing of fair competition, not to mention how ridiculous it is to try and take ownership of a generic cultural term.” Here’s what you need to know.

2008 145

2008 Small Business Take-out Specials 145

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 21, 2023

In the hospitality industry, the last thing you want is a phone call from the alarm company at an early morning hour about a fire, break-in or other disaster at your business. Taking proactive measures and having plans in place will allow your business to react quickly to help minimize the impact of an emergency.

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2024 Kitchen Safety Cash Management Insurance 185

7 Shifts

JULY 10, 2020

And now, many states and provinces have already begun rolling out their plans to reopen the economy, and many restaurateurs are now planning out their grand re-opening. Here’s how to plan your restaurant’s grand opening (or re- opening) to get back to business with a bang. 1 Set goals for the event ?? Set a budget ??

Events 351

Events Social Media Kitchen Safety Seating 351

7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

It may seem small to go for a few dollar increases on a check, but as your check average grows, as do your profits. It's a tactic that can also take multiple forms, such as suggesting a limited special burger to someone who orders the usual signature every time. Have a new special with an awesome pairing?

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Loyalty Program Customer Experience Customer Service Point of Sale 369

7 Shifts

DECEMBER 8, 2020

47% of restaurants were negatively affected by employee turnover in 2019, with less than a third of restaurateurs reporting that turnover had no impact on their business. The benefits of employee contests can impact all areas of your business and employee lifecycle—from sales to engagement to training.

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Front of House Social Media Employee Relations Back of House 370

SpotOn

APRIL 22, 2024

It doesn’t matter whether you run a restaurant, retail store, or any other type of small business—the point-of-sale (POS) serves as the foundation of your operation. But we don’t expect you to just take our word for it! Just a casual conversation to find out if we make sense for your restaurant.

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POS Point of Sale Retail Customer Service 98

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Since most happy hours take place during the week, you can use them as an opportunity to draw in people who might not normally come out to your establishment. Happy hour promotions can help build brand loyalty and create a sense of community around your business. Make a Special Menu, Don't Include Everyday Things.

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Loyalty Program Social Media Point of Sale Customer Experience 199

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

The National Retail Federation estimates that 41 percent of consumers will celebrate Valentine’s day with a special dinner or celebration at home. With the Marketing Rule of 7 , it takes an average of seven interactions with a brand before a purchase takes place. Make Your Menu the Main Course.

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Marketing Email Marketing Website Management Social Media 219

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 18, 2024

The festive nature and exclusivity of a pop up with special offerings available for a limited time appeal to consumers’ desires for culinary adventure and offer opportunity for chefs to express themselves in a unique way without the constraints of working in a restaurant. Lcal and sustainable food is a mega trend in the restaurant business.

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2024 Fast Casual Food Truck Allergens 186

SpotOn

APRIL 22, 2024

These include the county and municipality where you're located, whether you have a special permit to employ workers with disabilities, and whether you employ tipped workers and youth workers for less than 650 hours in the calendar year. This gives these businesses four years to raise their wages to comply with the new law.

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2024 Restaurant Law 2023 2025 98

Embrace the Suck

JANUARY 19, 2021

Nothing special—they had good food and good service. Nothing ever stood out. The owners were kind and gentle people who just wanted to maintain the level of business they had achieved over the past several years. They also had a look in their eyes that said one thing—they were hungry to take market share.

Small Business 396

Small Business Take-out Marketing Training 396

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 12, 2023

It’s January, which means restaurant operators and managers have been juggling busy holiday crowds for breakfast, lunch and dinner while also planning the employee party that typically occurs this month. Make them feel special. Take these decisions out of the back office by coming up with three or four strong options.

Transportation 187

Transportation Loyalty Program Fast Casual Fine Dining 187

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 11, 2021

This year, Tork wanted to provide restaurants with even more insights, tools and resources through its Take Back the Lunch Break effort to help during this critical period of recovery. Here are some of the most impactful pieces of advice: Reach Out to Your Diners. Support Women. Offer Value. Meet Diners Where They Are.

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Loyalty Program Social Media Mobile Ordering Online Ordering 184

Bingage

APRIL 16, 2024

Earning customer loyalty takes time and effort! In this blog, we are uncovering the top 5 most trusted Loyalty programs in India for restaurants and small businesses. Starting a Restaurant business is easy, but running a successful business is a tough task.

Loyalty Program 104

Loyalty Program 2024 Email Marketing Coupons 104

SpotOn

APRIL 8, 2024

Independent restaurants have the opportunity to join in celebrating mothers and brunch items by creating a special mother's day brunch menu, dinner service, or promotions that cater to families. 💡 4 in 10 consumers will eat out or order online on Mother's Day. Check it out, then call your mother.

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2024 Seasonal Menu Social Media Loyalty Program 98

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 12, 2022

It brings out the child-like playfulness, creativity, and spirited excitement in just about everyone. As a restaurant, you’ve got the opportunity to feed into that joyful excitement with special events for the season, so grab the chance before the winter holidays takeover! Serve Special (Spooky) Food and Drinks.

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