Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 18, 2023

A new year brings new beginnings and opportunities for transformation in the restaurant industry. It’s the perfect time to look back on a few things we learned in 2023 – based on recent survey data from our restaurant partners – as well as what we predict for the industry in 2024.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 8, 2024

Operators must weigh guest acceptance while making strategic decisions about integrating automation at many restaurant touch points, according to Software Advice’s 2024 Automated Customer Experience Survey. What can restaurant operators learn from these results? What should restaurant operators take away from these results?

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 28, 2023

Digital transformation is no longer optional – it is required for restaurants to remain up to date, save costs and retain customers. Despite the importance of digital transformation, many restaurant owners are reluctant to adapt. Historically, the restaurant industry has been laggards when it comes to adopting technology.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Working in a restaurant is a marathon, not a sprint. Whether you work in the front of house or in the kitchen, the stressors of every shift can wear you down. Factors that can influence unhealthy coping strategies in the restaurant industry include: A culture that encourages substance use. isolation in back of house).

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 15, 2024

In a few weeks, bars and restaurants will be filled with hungry and thirsty football fans celebrating their favorite team. Are there any new trends restaurant operators should be aware of? With Wings being king—how can restaurants stand out from the competition and have a craveworthy product?

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SEPTEMBER 25, 2019

Anyone who’s worked (or even stepped foot) in a restaurant knows how important effective kitchen management is. Yes, the back of house (BOH) is where food is prepped, cooked, and plated, but it’s also where chaos can quickly ensue if roles, responsibilities, and tasks aren’t communicated well.

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MAY 27, 2021

Restaurant schedules shuffle all the time. While some managers dread the thought of a seasonal, monthly, or weekly schedule adjustment, others rely on it. This practice of planned changes to employee schedules is known as rotating scheduling – and about 5% of hospitality employees work this way. Table of Contents.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 19, 2021

The last year has been devastating for the restaurant industry. Online sales, curbside pickup, and delivery skyrocketed as restaurants scrambled to adapt. Rather than rely on manager estimates, you can harness your data and get optimized schedules based on your forecasted sales. App-Based Tools for Scheduling and Checklists.

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JANUARY 31, 2024

Managing a restaurant is a delicate routine—if we can even call it a routine. Managers are responsible for nearly every aspect of the restaurant and have to cover a variety of duties. In addition to their main duties, restaurant managers also have to contend with all the unwritten or hidden responsibilities that fall on them.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Restaurant employees play an integral role in the dining experience, representing the building blocks of delightful guest experiences, ultimately creating loyal patrons who come back for more. However, in today's economic environment, restaurant staffing is being put to the test, posing a bigger challenge today than ever before.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 30, 2022

Over the last few years, restaurants have been feeling the heat amid concerns about COVID-19, worker shortages and rising food prices. But the industry is poised for a comeback according to a recent National Restaurant Association survey – it found the restaurant workforce is projected to grow by 400,000 jobs.

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SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

If the past few years have taught us anything, it's that restaurant technology is no longer a nice-to-have. It's a necessity for building a modern and future-proof restaurant. The first technologies that restaurants often invest in are the cloud-based point of sale (POS) systems and payroll processing.

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Synergy Suite

JUNE 27, 2023

Redesigned modules provide industry-leading checklists and food safety features to drive restaurant efficiency and profitability Lehi, UT – June 27, 2023 – SynergySuite, a leading restaurant back-of-house software provider, has released a complete redesign of their operations and food safety modules.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Performing a restaurant renovation is a big step, but it help create a more positive and attractive environment. We’re going to review a few of the key elements of a workable renovation strategy for your restaurant. This is no different where restaurant renovations are concerned. Knowing the Right Time.

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OCTOBER 20, 2021

Running a restaurant day-in and day-out takes a ton of mental energy. Schedules are made, payroll is run, and employees checked-in with—but it's tough to know if you're working as efficiently or as profitably as possible. 7shifts Actuals Report for Restaurants. They're almost spot-on…” says owner Mark Crumpton.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 8, 2024

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry experts for their views on what trends and challenges owners and operators can expect to see in 2024. To capture their attention and loyalty, businesses, including restaurants, must prioritise easy access and convenience. Read the first part, here.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 18, 2020

For additional resources, click COVID-19 Survival Guide for Restaurants and MRM Restaurant Survival Guide, Second Course and MRM Restaurant Survival Guide, Part Three , What’s Next?: launched its COVID-19 online operator resource, the US Foods Restaurant Reopening Blueprint. restaurant operations.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Particularly impacted by the staffing shortage, restaurants are struggling to beat the labor crisis, with staffing shortages felt in both back-of-house and front-of-house staff. Although employment numbers are on the upswing, employment at eating and drinking establishments was still 1.5 Bureau of Labor statistics.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 1, 2022

The landscape of the restaurant industry has changed forever due to Covid and the operational complexities that the pandemic introduced. Even with this good news for restaurant operators, many challenges still remain – particularly around staffing in both the front and back of the house.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

From digital menus to contactless payment options, restaurants today are flocking to front-of-house touchless technologies to keep customers safe and coming back. But, behind the door marked “Employees Only,” there are several common coronavirus risk factors that many restaurants aren’t yet addressing.

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DECEMBER 16, 2021

For restaurant staffing , a lot of talk has been centered around the labor shortage—and who isn't working. To find out, we analyzed the types of shifts scheduled and time clocking data from over 13,000 restaurant locations in North America and Canada. But what about the people that have been clocking in throughout the pandemic?

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 8, 2023

being utilized currently in the restaurant industry? From a front-of-house perspective, the restaurant industry is an early adopter of A.I. Many restaurants have announced initiatives to use A.I. While front-of-house A.I. applications will be the primary areas where restaurant customers experience A.I.,

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FEBRUARY 5, 2021

If the past few years have taught us anything, it’s that restaurant technology is no longer a nice-to-have. It’s a necessity for building a modern and future-proof restaurant. The first technologies that restaurants often invest in are the cloud-based point of sale (POS) systems and payroll processing. Partender 3. SevenRooms 4.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 5, 2022

The 2020 COVID-19 pandemic and its echoing effects have heavily impacted the restaurant industry, and as a result it continues to experience many restrictions. The restaurant industry lost $240 billion in profits in 2020 , and in 2021 is projected to fall about $167.5 Restaurants Must Prepare For Continued Disruptions.

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MARCH 18, 2021

America and Canada soon followed suit by declaring states of emergency, effectively turning all restaurants into takeout-only businesses. And a general fear of going out, at least early on, contributed to a dramatic drop in sales across the entire restaurant industry—one we’re still recovering from a year later.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 12, 2021

Restaurants have made great strides in the digital realm—from contactless payments to online ordering—but 32 percent of them feel like they could add to their technology stack to optimize operations. Whether they’re waitstaff, sous chefs, or delivery drivers, frontline workers are the backbone of the restaurant industry.

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SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

Turnover in restaurants is as high as ever. Labor shortages, health crises, and general economic trends have made it a struggle — and restaurants need help. But we're at an inflection point in the restaurant industry. It's not enough to just pay more than the restaurant next door. Restaurant Retention Data Study.

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JANUARY 31, 2024

Managing a restaurant is a delicate routine—if we can even call it a routine. Managers are responsible for nearly every aspect of the restaurant and have to cover a variety of duties. In addition to their main duties, restaurant managers also have to contend with all the unwritten or hidden responsibilities that fall on them.

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OCTOBER 12, 2022

There's no one-size-fits-all answer when it comes to distributing tips among restaurant staff, but there are a few different methods that are commonly used. This guide will cover some of the most popular methods for restaurant tip payouts, and offer some pros and cons for each so that you can decide what will work best for your establishment.

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Lithos POS

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Imagine your restaurant as a complex business where each part, from the kitchen staff to the front-of-house team, plays a crucial role in creating a premium dining experience. Here we are going to discuss everything related to fast food restaurant management. Here is the hierarchy of restaurant management.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 19, 2020

New design solutions we’re considering include temporary enclosures around existing seating groups, devising clever touchless delivery systems inside existing and new restaurants, rethinking the curbside pickup landscape for our mixed-use projects as a starting point. Curbside Pick-Up and Expanded Patio Space.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 24, 2022

This “Great Resignation” has been especially tough on the restaurant world. This labor shortage puts pressure on restaurant owners to go the extra mile to retain employees as team members. These small gestures let your whole crew know that you value their contribution to the restaurant. Organize company events.

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Synergy Suite

JANUARY 4, 2024

This chapter will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of restaurant employee turnover rate, its types, causes, and specifically focus on the unique dynamics within the restaurant sector. In the restaurant industry, where staff interaction and customer service play pivotal roles, managing turnover is particularly critical.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 6, 2020

If running a restaurant wasn’t already expensive, running one under new distancing regulations means less capacity and investment in safety infrastructure that will take a toll on costs. The restaurant dining experience has changed forever and menu items must also adapt to these times. Re-engineer Menus. Optimize Inventory.

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EATER

AUGUST 10, 2021

From forgoing their own salary to giving raises, small business owners are finding ways to hire and retain their staff Every few weeks, it seems, a new photo goes viral on social media showing a sign in a restaurant window declaring: “This restaurant is closed because no one wants to work.” That money has to come from somewhere.

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JULY 28, 2021

However poor restaurant communication will only exacerbate these problems, leading to increased employee turnover and lower employee satisfaction. To understand how restaurant communication drives productivity and results, you have to develop a familiarity with the risks of poor communication. Dangers of Poor Communication.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 14, 2021

As part of its effort to hire 20,000 new team members, Chipotle is increasing restaurant wages resulting in a $15 average hourly wage by the end of June. McDonald’s will be raising hourly wages for more than 36,500 at McDonald’s-owned restaurants by an average of 10 percent.

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