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Dean Hotel Group acquires Dublin’s Clarence Hotel

Hotel Owner

Purchased by U2’s Bono and The Edge in 1992, the building’s rooftop is known for the band’s live performance of hit song ‘Beautiful Day’ on BBC’s Top of the Pops in 2000. It has historically been one of the best performing hotels in the city, with a typical occupancy rate of more than 90%.

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It’s Hectic Season for Restaurants

Modern Restaurant Management

In 2000, 30 percent of teens enrolled in school has jobs; today the number is under 20. It’s not just about the money: A job can also be an education for teens, where they learn responsibility, communication, and how to advocate for themselves. When talking schedules, make commitments you can keep.

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Chefs Dish on ‘The Bear’

Modern Restaurant Management

It was definitely high-stress at first but we worked together as a team to communicate. Back in the early 2000’s I worked at a restaurant where the head chef smoked through service. For a team to accomplish a common goal they must have communication as it is a key factor in relationship building all around. Chef Patel.

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Cleanliness in the Restaurant: Reality and Perception

Modern Restaurant Management

Again, you are providing the guest with more control over their environment and communicating an effort to reduce the spread of germs. For instance, something more sustainable but reminiscent of the white, butcher paper on wood tables that was popular in the late 1990’s and early 2000’s. ”

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Managing Risks for Acts of Violence on Restaurant Property

Modern Restaurant Management

since 2000 , property owners and operators everywhere are taking a hard look at security options. Crisis communication scripts and holding statements can be effective at addressing the media proactively, potentially preventing negative spin and damage to your reputation. With more than 300 active shooter events in the U.S.

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A Series of Extremely Scientific Theories on Why Fun Is Fun

EATER

This period saw the opening of big, splashy restaurants like New York’s Balthazar in 1997 and a grander, more-futuristic version of Le Cirque called Le Cirque 2000 (which opened in 1997). Consider also the first iteration of the extremely successful Tao , which opened on 58th Street [in NYC] in 2000.

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Five Things Every Restaurant Can Do to Boost Profits While Reopening

Modern Restaurant Management

CoGS for the period is $2000. Customer Communication. You purchased $1,000 in ground beef patties at the beginning of the week. At the end of the week, you had inventory worth $4,000. CoGS for the period = $5,000 + $1,000 – $4,000.