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The Sneaky Costs in Guacamole

Modern Restaurant Management

Certainly one thing on everyone’s mind today is price. Inflation, scarcity in the supply chain, and labor constraints have tacked on dollars. Avocados have a long supply chain with many links because the fruit comes in from Mexico, Chile, and Peru. It is when these costs sneak in that margins go down.

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What Trends Are You Seeing and What Can We Expect to See More of in 2022?

Modern Restaurant Management

With current supply chain issues and these brands already operating under thin margins, we expect operators to be strategic when it comes to menu sizes, limited offerings and daypart offerings to limit waste, cut costs, and maximize profitability. Brooklyn Dumpling House just opened and they're already franchising the idea.

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How Technology Tools Help Restaurateurs Do More With Less

Modern Restaurant Management

When properly deployed, they can transform the employee experience by improving daily operations, syncing front-of-house and back-of-house communication and execution, and delivering a memorable dining experience that won’t send staff to the walk-in cooler for a good cry.

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How to Strategically Plan Your Restaurant Renovation

Modern Restaurant Management

In between major changes it may help to implement some front-of-house upgrades using minimal capital and labor. Your back-of-house equipment may well be long overdue for upgrades. This doesn’t mean you should cut corners by bringing in the lowest-priced contractors. Arranging Your Finances.

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2024 Outlook: Restaurant Trends and Challenges, Part Three

Modern Restaurant Management

This capability can prove invaluable for refining pricing strategies, optimising ingredient and waste management, and planning forthcoming shifts, among other benefits. We’re seeing strong and growing interest in IoT connectivity and automation in the back-of-house – especially for multi-site operators.

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2023 Outlook: Trends and Challenges Restaurants Will See, Part Two

Modern Restaurant Management

Reduce portion sizes slightly to maintain menu prices but account for increased costs. Don’t be afraid to increase price. Don’t be afraid to increase price. "In 2023, we’ll see AI becoming more widely integrated into restaurant operations spanning front and back of house. ."

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Prime Costs: Understanding and Application for Restaurants

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They serve as a compass, guiding decisions on pricing strategies, menu development, and staffing levels, ultimately influencing the delicate balance between offering high-quality cuisine and ensuring the establishment’s profitability. Kitchen Supplies: Utensils, cookware, and small appliances used in food preparation.