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Leverage Technology that Streamlines Your Back-Office Work

Modern Restaurant Management

You became a manager to build an effective team and connect with your guests. You envisioned leading your staff as they created amazing experiences for everyone that steps foot into your restaurant. But you didn't sign up for all the time-consuming back-office work. Behind the scenes, managers spend countless hours dealing with tip distributions, creating weekly schedules in spreadsheets, and doing the dreaded payroll twice a month.

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IoH secures funding for EDI industry role

Boutique Hotel News

UK: The Institute for Hospitality (IoH) has secured funding from Savoy Educational Trust (SET) to employ an equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) specialist for the global hospitality sector. The role will help the hospitality industry attract talent from a diverse talent pool, including LGBTQ+, neurodiversity, supporting people from disadvantaged backgrounds, gender reassignment, age, disability, religious beliefs and other important groups.

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The Great Food Instagram Vibe Shift

EATER

The food blogger aesthetic has given way to something more realistic and DIY: Laissez-faire Instagram food is here For a long time, food looked one way on Instagram. It was the look of crisp, pristinely lit plates seen from above, with sprigs of herbs strewn to appear haphazard, despite the tedious work of styling tweezers; stacks of pancakes and cookies shot at exactly the correct angle to show a blur of eggs, old-timey glass bottles of milk, and an “accidental” dusting of flour in the backgrou

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Boutique is best for ethical travel

Boutique Hotel News

Giles Fuchs, owner of Burgh Island Hotel, highlights why boutique hotels are in a favourable position to welcome travellers that seek ethical experiences. Tourists increasingly want to travel ethically, from finding alternatives to flying, to organising their time around morally sound activities. But for hospitality businesses, it isn’t always easy to measure the ethics of your offering.

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Planning Your Restaurant's Path to Profitability

Speaker: James Kahler, COO of Full Course

Ever wondered where to splurge and where to safely conserve when it comes to operating and growing your restaurant? 🤔 Join James Kahler, COO of Full Course and industry visionary, in this new webinar where he'll talk all about best practices to invest in your restaurant's success! Whether you're a new business or an established restaurant, a seasoned pro or a rookie, you'll learn the keys to sustainable success in this competitive industry.

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Raines Expands Third-Party Management Business in the Southeastern United States

Industry Insights Lodging Magazine

Since announcing its rebrand in March 2021, Raines, a hospitality management, development, and?investment?group that operates in the Southeastern United States, remains focused on growing its third-party management business in the region. The company recently added its first property in Florida and sixth managed hotel: the Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Pensacola West I-10, owned by Season 21, LLC.

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A Glorious Browned Butter Skillet Fig Cake Recipe to Welcome Early Fall

EATER

Dina Ávila/Eater. The deep, nutty flavor of browned butter makes a perfect companion for the fresh figs that are still in season Growing up, the only time I ate figs was when my father brought home a package of Fig Newtons, his favorite grocery store cookies. Occasionally, he would come home, look at me wordlessly and crinkle the plastic wrap that encased our beloved treat, and I would follow him to the kitchen counter where we would sit, eating row after row of the fig-filled cookies.

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Top RMS Reports Every Hotel Revenue Manager Needs to Know

Revfine

Revenue managers have no shortage of data at their fingertips. To visualize that data in an understandable and actionable way, here are some top RMS reports that every revenue manager should be familiar with. RMS Reports Every Hotel Revenue Manager Needs to Know Below you'll find top revenue management reports that every revenue manager should. The post Top RMS Reports Every Hotel Revenue Manager Needs to Know appeared first on Revfine.com.

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How Tech Innovations Prime Mr. Pickle’s for Explosive Growth

Fast Casual

In this fastcasual.com fireside chat, Chris Schefler, director of brand management of Mr. Pickles, will explore some of the top innovations that the industry is encountering and the increased demand for a fully integrated tech stack that supports franchise reporting, menu maintenance and labor management.

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How to Manage a Bar Inventory: Your Complete Guide

Sculpture Hospitality

Managing a bar can be a lot of work. The good news is, you can keep your bar well stocked, organized and profitable by implementing the right inventory management processes.

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Top 5 Ways to Optimize Your Loyalty Strategy

Speaker: Lauren Barash, Vice President, Brand Marketing

In an ever-evolving industry, building and retaining loyal customers is critical to the success of any restaurant business. Join Lauren Barash, VP of Brand Marketing at Full Course, as she delves into the world of restaurant loyalty programs, and reveals the top five essential strategies to optimize your approach! This webinar will explore: Loyalty trends and what you should be focusing on 📊 Actionable insights and ideas to help you develop the most powerful and effective loyalty program

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Top 10 OTAs for Hotels to Boost Bookings

eZee Absolute

It is a well-known fact that hoteliers nowadays secure a large percentage of their overall bookings through the online ecosystem. And there’s no hiding that Online Travel Agents (OTAs) are a major source for optimizing their online booking flow. It is observed that OTAs control approximately 2/3rd of all online bookings. Then it must be the best friend of hoteliers, right?

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In The Big Chair - Rajesh Magow of MakeMyTrip

PhocusWire

Rajesh Magow is co-founder and Group CEO of India’s MakeMyTrip. He previously served as CEO of the online travel company's India business before assuming the role in 2020.

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Tech-Focused Relationships: The Importance of Invisible Vendors

Technology: Lodging Magazine

Technology continues to push businesses forward toward increased efficiency. The ongoing integration of now-ubiquitous cloud networking and storage has changed not only the way people do business but also communication methods. Additionally, cloud networking enables software vendors to quietly update programs and back up user data. If there is a glitch in the programming, many aren’t even aware of the issue before it’s fixed.

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Traveloka taps into $300M financing facility

PhocusWire

INA and Traveloka say the round attracted significant interest from a number of high-quality long-term capital providers, resulting in an oversubscribed transaction.

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Win More in 2024: Your Guide to Restaurant Marketing Success

Your Guide to Restaurant Marketing Success Start maximizing ROI and doing more with less with Olo’s ultimate guide to restaurant marketing. In this guide: Strategies to level up in 4 key areas: data, audiences, content distribution, and loyalty Interactive checklists to help you track your progress throughout the year Tips for leveraging guest data across your entire business What you’ll learn: Level 1 | Beginner: Learn how to collect guest data, build a healthy subscriber list, launch personali

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Food relief efforts seek support in wake of Hurricane Ian

Fast Casual

Food relief organizations are seeking donations as thousands of Floridians are in need of emergency supplies.

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Volantio closes $6M Series A round for flight optimization tech

PhocusWire

Alaska Airlines, one of Volantio's longtime customers, participated in the round.

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Hilton Dallas/Southlake Town Square Completes Renovation

Guides: Lodging Magazine

SOUTHLAKE, Texas—The Hilton Dallas/Southlake Town Square announced it has completed a renovation project of the entire hotel. Driftwood Capital, the hotel’s ownership group, provided an investment into the redesign of the hotel property to elevate the space and provide enhanced offerings to guests. “We are proud to unveil our new-and-improved property to guests, corporate clients, and locals alike,” said General Manager Mark Coulter.

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TripActions tight-lipped on confidential IPO plans

PhocusWire

The corporate travel startup says it has considered an IPO as one option to fund the business but declined to comment on specific plans or timing.

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Unlock Restaurant Success: Mastering 7 Vital Employment Laws

As a restaurant leader, your plate is full with responsibilities, from staff management to serving up delicious dishes. But amidst the hustle, there's a crucial area you can't afford to overlook – employment laws. In this comprehensive eBook, we'll unveil the seven essential employment laws every restaurant leader must master. We'll break down the intricacies of each law, showing you how it directly impacts your business.

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Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane named official Hotel Partner of No.9 Cork Street by Frieze

Luxury Hospitality Magazine

Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane is delighted to announce it has been named the official hotel partner for No.9 Cork Street gallery – Frieze’s exhibition space and hub for international gallery residencies at the centre of London’s gallery district. Coinciding with Frieze London and Frieze Masters this October, this partnership will see Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane host a number of top exhibitors and art collectors from around the world at the hotel.

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From Sales to Solving problems with Invise Consulting – Alumnus shares his journey to becoming a Tech Entrepreneur

Les Roches

Class of 2015 Bachelor’s alumnus Omar El Figuigui is CEO and Co-Founder of tech startup Invise Consulting , serving over 4,000 customers. During his 7 years since graduation he’s overseen a team of 200 sales reps across 20 markets, coached over 300 professionals and grown sales units from 0 to 180 people in just 18 months. Impressive numbers. We caught up with Omar to find out more about his journey and what drives him.

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Hyatt opens first Hyatt Centric hotel in Chandigarh, India

Hotel Management Network

Hyatt Centric, a brand of Hyatt Hotels , has debuted in the Indian city of Chandigarh with the opening of Hyatt Centric Sector 17 Chandigarh. Located in the city’s commercial and shopping district, the new hotel has 144 rooms comprising 138 guestrooms and six suites, all featuring modern and contemporary decor. Dining venues at Hyatt Centric Sector 17 Chandigarh includes a multi cuisine three-meal restaurant Corby’s, pan Asian restaurant and bar KOYO KOYO and Hyatt Centric Lounge that serves aut

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The benefits of driving flexible working structures in the hotel sector

EHL Insights

Dr Sowon Kim answers questions based on a 2022 industry report that looks at the positive impact of flexible working structures in the hotel sector. Giving hotel employees the opportunity to organize their professional lives via part-time work, remote work and flexible scheduling brings benefits not just to the personnel's work-life balance but also to the organization and its capacity for resilience.

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Brick & Mortar Retail Relevance: How to Stay Ahead of the Curve

Speaker: Jay Black, Senior Account Executive

Let's set the record straight: in-store retail isn't dead - it's evolving! Faced with the digital age and the demands of omnichannel shopping, some retailers are thriving while others are struggling to adapt. Join Jay Black in this exclusive session as he explores the strategies that set successful stores apart, including: Crafting unique and unforgettable in-store experiences 🛍️ Mastering the art of retail demands 🛒 Navigating inventory challenges in today's climate 📦 an

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IHG signs deal to open new dual-branded property in Sweden

Hotel Management Network

IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed a strategic partnership deal with Björnbäckens Fastighets to open a new dual branded property in Sweden. The Crowne Plaza and Holiday Inn Express property is expected to open in 2026. The addition of Crowne Plaza & Holiday Inn Express Stockholm Arlanda Airport hotel will further expand IHG’s presence in the Nordic markets.

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Increase Sales via the Drive-Thru Lane with these Leading Trends

Fast Casual

Learn the latest drive-thru trends taking place across the restaurant industry that are meeting customers’ needs while increasing operators’ revenues.

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Chef Tiffany Derry Rates the Over-the-Top Food at the Texas State Fair

EATER

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NRN editors discuss Taco Bell’s latest stunt, the next merchandise craze and the NRA’s plea for loan relief

Nation's Restaurant News

Plus hear from George Felix, CMO of Chili’s Grill & Bar

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Diving into Diversity: Decoding the Foundations of Inclusion in Hospitality Talent Acquisition

Speaker: Lauren Fernandez - CEO & Founder, Full Course

Companies all over the world, including Marriot International and Hilton Worldwide, are aware of the value of including DEI in their talent acquisition strategy. However, despite these initiatives, there is still plenty that the hospitality sector can do to promote DEI. When comparing the hospitality industries in India, Iraq, the UK, and the US, you will see that there is a consistent underrepresentation of persons from different ethnic, gender, and disability origins across all levels of the i