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No Tax on Tips? What Restaurant Operators Need to Know Now

Modern Restaurant Management

A new piece of legislation has recently caught the attention of restaurant workers and employers alike: the No Tax on Tips Act. Both the House and Senate have introduced versions of the bill, which, if passed, would allow tipped workers to exempt a portion of their tip income from federal taxes. The proposal fulfills campaign promises from both sides of the political aisle, but for restaurant operators, it raises real and immediate questions.

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Krispy Kreme reminds us that doughnuts are a tough business

Restaurant Business

The Bottom Line: The chain’s sudden profitability problems and the questions surrounding its McDonald’s partnership show just how difficult it is to operate a doughnut chain at scale.

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Which marketing strategies actually work for coffee businesses?

Perfect Daily Grind

Current market challenges mean it’s never been harder to operate a coffee business – and this includes marketing and branding. High and volatile green coffee prices , along with increasing operational costs, are creating a more competitive market. Brands are forced to strike a balance between quality, value, and customer service. Simultaneously, specialty coffee consumers have more choices than ever before, putting more pressure on cafés and roasters to capture their attention.

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289 Restaurant Technology Guys Podcast Ep. 289 Elevate Your Restaurant’s Reputation: Unpacking FeedCheck with Alexandra Avram.

Restaurant Technology Guys

Introduction In today’s ever-connected digital landscape, managing a restaurant’s reputation has never been more crucial. Online reviews can make or break your business, and staying on top of them is critical. But how do restaurant operators effectively manage this overwhelming task?

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Mid-Year Review: How to Ignite Employee Potential Through Meaningful Feedback

Mid-year performance reviews aren’t just boxes for HR to check. Paycor’s toolkit empowers leaders to: Identify high-potential team members. Boost engagement with meaningful feedback. Support struggling employees. Nurture top talent to drive results. Learn how to ignite employee potential through meaningful feedback. When you nurture top talent, everybody wins.

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Outsourcing Restaurant Operations: Key Benefits and Considerations

Paper Chase Accountancy

Just as the pony express gave way to email, so too are traditional restaurant operations being replaced by outsourcing. When a restaurant chooses to outsource, it’s not simply about cutting costs. It’s about efficiency, expertise, and the opportunity to focus on what truly matters – the food and the customers. However, the decision to outsource isn’t one to be taken lightly.

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An easy way to bring bold Korean flavors to modern menus

Restaurant Business

Keeping discerning customers satisfied with the Korean fusions they’re craving can present a challenge for foodservice operators because of the work that goes into scratch made.

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7 Game-Changing Trends That Will Define Fast Casual & QSR in 2025

Qu

The restaurant landscape is evolving rapidly, and 2025 promises to be a pivotal year for operators who are ready to embrace change. We gathered top industry leaders to discuss the trends surfaced in our 2025 State of Digital Report. They shared what’s working, what’s not, and where the smart money is going. Here are the highlights from the webinar conversation: 1.

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SpotOn Launches 'GoTo Place' a Restaurant-First App Built for Independents to Drive Direct Orders, Build Loyalty and Boost Profits

SpotOn

San Francisco, CA – June 16, 2025 — SpotOn, a leading restaurant management system, today announced GoTo Place (GoTo), the new mobile-first ordering channel, bringing together the power of integrated online ordering , loyalty , deals , waitlist, reservations , and push notifications to engage guests. As the industry faces a wave of “super apps,” GoTo levels the playing field for restaurants that are no longer willing to turn over data, revenue, and control to a third

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Bain Capital confirms plan to buy multi-brand mega franchisee Sizzling Platter

Restaurant Business

The private-equity firm intends to raise $500 million to fund the deal. Sizzling Platter operates about 750 restaurants, including 450 Little Caesars and seven other brands.

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Top Chef finalist Shuai Wang cooks Chinatown BBQ with a Lowcountry flair

The Salt

Shuai Wang thought he'd peaked before competing on Top Chef. But over a plate of food at King BBQ, the chef tells NPR's Debbie Elliott he now knows his career is just getting started.

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Mid-Year Review: How to Ignite Employee Potential Through Meaningful Feedback

Mid-year performance reviews aren’t just boxes for HR to check. Paycor’s toolkit empowers leaders to: Identify high-potential team members. Boost engagement with meaningful feedback. Support struggling employees. Nurture top talent to drive results. Learn how to ignite employee potential through meaningful feedback. When you nurture top talent, everybody wins.

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Download: Top 7 Features to Look for in a Cloud POS System for Hospitality

Squirrel Systems

Choosing the right point-of-sale (POS) system is a high-impact decision for any hospitality business. Whether you run a restaurant, café, bar, or hotel, a modern, cloud-based POS can streamline operations, improve guest experiences, and support long-term growth. But not all cloud POS platforms are created equal. To ensure your investment delivers real ROI, here are the top 7 features to look for in a cloud POS system built for hospitality. 1.

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Pinot Grigio, Yes, Please!

The Wine Knitter

As most of you know by now, I drink white and red wines all year long. My palate and mood dictate what I drink, not the seasons. However, with the warmer weather finally here, the lighter wines tend to take preference, but not always! ​Sipping Pinot Grigio is a treat that is savored throughout every season in my home. Photo credit: Penny Weiss To quote me from an article written in 2022, “Many, many years ago, when my taste buds started developing a fine appreciation for wine, Pinot

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Auntie Anne's refresh is designed to break free from mall dependence

Restaurant Business

The playful "future ready" new look is modular and ready for just about any location where franchisees want to bring the pretzel-based snack

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Top 10 Effective High Volume Recruiting Tactics to Streamline Your Hiring Process

Go Hire- Restaurants

In high volume recruiting, it's not just about filling positions rapidly, but to attracting the qualified, available, and interested candidates that fit the culture, and will stay the longest. This article is your guide through the maze of mass hiring, equipping you with the tactics to efficiently marry speed with quality in your recruitment endeavors.

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What Your Financial Statements Are Telling You—And How to Listen!

Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker

Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.

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Former Darden CEO Gene Lee joins Portillo's board

Restaurant Business

The appointment was supported by activist investor Engaged Capital LLC, which has been seeking board changes at fast-casual Portillo's for months. Lee brings deep industry experience.

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Fast-food prices are slowing, but consumers have yet to respond

Restaurant Business

Industry and government data suggest that quick-service restaurants have cut back on price hikes. But it has yet to show up in the form of consistent traffic.

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Are we reaching peak chicken tender saturation on menus? Not quite yet

Restaurant Business

McDonald’s and Taco Bell launched their versions of tenders very recently, joining the thousands of restaurants that serve them. But it looks like there’s still room for more.

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