Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

This edition of MRM's "Ask the Expert” features advice from Buyers Edge Platform. Please send questions to Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine Executive Editor Barbara Castiglia at bcastiglia@modernrestaurantmanagement.com. Q: How Can I Prevent Contract Overlaps and Overpricing? A : Contract overlaps and pricing have a lot of impact on restaurant operators and their business, especially for those without supply chain personnel or who are simply too busy to check or double c

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7 Shifts

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. After that, the most popular back-office technologies were accounting software (52%, up from 31% in 2018) and payroll software (50%, up from 28% in 2018), according to a study from Toast.

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EATER

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

My less-than-well-thought-out plan to recreate my favorite scene from Pixar’s rat-infested classic Because the opening of the Ratatouille ride at Walt Disney World on October 1 is as good a reason as any, here now, a week-long exploration of the 2006 rat-infested classic, Ratatouille. It is my opinion that ratatouille sucks. Not the movie, or Remy the rat of all my dreams , but the actual French vegetable stew.

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The Restaurant Manifesto

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Naming a restaurant is a personal decision, but naming it after yourself is a selfish one. The post Chefs: Stop Naming Restaurants After Yourselves appeared first on The Restaurant Manifesto.

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Dive into the transformative potential of business automation within the hospitality sector. This comprehensive overview showcases how innovative technologies can streamline operations, reduce costs, and elevate guest satisfaction. Discover the advantages of integrating systems like automated check-ins, CRM, and energy management to not only save on expenses but also to provide a seamless and personalized guest experience.

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Restaurant Engine

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

Reward your staff to improve employee morale. Did you know the benefits of team building are far reaching? When you have a restaurant with high employee morale, that trickles down to your customers. That in turn creates loyal customers and improved profits. (tweet this). The benefits to you and your restaurant start with great employee benefits. Working day to day in the restaurant business is tough work both physically and emotionally.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

The trends around restaurant ownership change with time, but the COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated consumer and investor trends alike. Consumer expectations have been permanently altered, and there are some key features to look for when seeking to invest in a franchise that will keep up with those expectations. Concepts to Invest in. Investors have continued to invest in brands that have experienced slower growth or even struggled to grow in recent years.

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7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Managing multiple restaurant locations is a good challenge to have. It means guests love the food you serve so much that one location simply won’t cut it — and you get to serve more customers, generate more revenue , and expand your business. But to be clear, multi-location restaurant management is challenging. It requires a manager to differentiate concepts, ensure a consistent guest experience, and manage employees and technology across multiple storefronts.

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EATER

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Molly J. Smith/Eater. This cake may not channel the swirled Cinnabon look, but it shares the same soul Warm, pillowy dough rolled up with a sticky-sweet spiced filling and slathered generously with thick cream cheese frosting is enough to entice just about anyone, but cinnamon rolls hold a special place in my pastry-loving heart. As someone who didn’t eat a lot of sweets growing up, it felt like a field day when my mom would buy me a cinnamon roll (always the Classic one ) from the Cinnabon at o

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The Restaurant Manifesto

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

Accommodating undeserving guests is a hospitality construct that needs to die. The post Restaurants Need To Stop “Killing With Kindness” appeared first on The Restaurant Manifesto.

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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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The Restaurant Times

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Buffalo Waffles is a unique street-style waffle chain that serves waffles with meat, ice cream, and desserts. And the finger-licking goods are certainly a hit among youngsters. Thomas, a young entrepreneur from Chile, after finishing his major in organizational Psychology started his career in the city. Early in his career, he co-founded Maid Your House (a cleaning startup that failed after 2 years) and simultaneously Buffalo Waffles. .

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EHL Insights

SEPTEMBER 26, 2021

'Bio' means living organism; 'mimicry' means to imitate. Biomimicry is thus the practice of imitating life and nature. Its aim is to draw inspiration from nature's engineering in order to solve the world’s most pressing challenges and ensure a sustainable future for all life on earth.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

Delivery is an essential part of restaurants nowadays, which is why there are more restaurants partnering with third-party delivery services, even if they already have their own in-house delivery. But the only thing harder than managing one delivery system is simultaneously managing two. By using these tips, you can learn how to successfully manage both your in-house and third-party delivery.

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7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Learn how to write a killer restaurant mission statement to be among the select few that can. Restaurant mission statements matter whether you're opening a restaurant or refreshing your brand. They provide insights into business strategy, guide business decisions, and are a reminder of why you started. If mission statements are that important, you'd think more restaurateurs would spend time creating theirs.

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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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EATER

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

Molly J. Smith / EPDX. As diners seek a return to normalcy, servers and chefs are bearing the brunt of vitriolic responses to safety measures for the pandemic still in progress [link].

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Restaurant Den

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Social media is one of the greatest advertising tools for promoting any restaurant. Today, it’s practically mandatory to have a social media strategy to survive as a business. Twitter is currently one of the top social media platforms with over 192 million active users. For any restaurant, that’s a lot of potential customers and you […].

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OpenTable

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Diners turn to OpenTable to book their next meal for good reasons. The search results reflect their preferences, surfacing… The post Top 7 OpenTable features diners love appeared first on Open for Business.

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EHL Insights

SEPTEMBER 26, 2021

'Bio' means living organism; 'mimicry' means to imitate. Biomimicry is thus the practice of imitating life and nature. Its aim is to draw inspiration from nature's engineering in order to solve the world’s most pressing challenges and ensure a sustainable future for all life on earth.

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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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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

Second-generation restaurant spaces are an increasingly popular and appealing option for landlords and tenants alike. The restaurant business is not for the faint of heart. It’s not exactly a secret that getting a new restaurant up and running is a significant challenge, with a high bar for entry that includes formidable logistical hurdles and financial obstacles.

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7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Tipping practices are in constant conversation in the restaurant industry. There have been a number of ways in which restaurant owners have tried to create a more equitable system for employees to earn consistent, fair wages to improve retention. Attempts have been made to eliminate tipping altogether, but many restaurants ended up reverting back to a traditional tipping system.

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EATER

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

Louiie Victa/Eater. All you need is a few pantry staples, a bit of patience, and, of course, good saikyo miso. It was always a test of patience at my grandmother’s house on New Year’s Day. There was so much waiting: waiting for all the guests to arrive, waiting for the appetizers to be properly set on the table, waiting for my favorite dish to appear.

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The Restaurant Times

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Social media presence is an important part of running a contemporary business, and it’s quickly becoming a popular restaurant marketing tool for attracting new customers and converting them into regulars. No matter how appetizing your food is, your efforts are going to go unnoticed if you’re not driving traffic into your restaurant. According to Social Media Today, 30% of millennial consumers deliberately reject restaurants that don’t have a strong Instagram presence.

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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.

OpenTable

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

Born from the team behind State Bird Provisions and The Progress, The Anchovy Bar stands out for its focus on West Coast seafood,… The post How The Anchovy Bar creates unique experiences through chef, brewery, and winery collaborations appeared first on Open for Business.

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EHL Insights

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

Hospitality firms are increasingly keen to jump on the sustainability bandwagon. However, too often they get lost in the complexity of the subject and limit their engagement to unimaginative solutions such as towel reuse in bathrooms. Much larger challenges loom in the physical infrastructure of the hotel itself. In this short paper we outline some important sustainability challenges for hotels from a building perspective.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

Below is an excerpt from The Business Side of Restaurants: How Intelligent Restaurant Business Entrepreneurs & Investors Can Lead, Win and Make More Money in Life by Clifford K. Bramble. Every item sold within a business contributes to the product mix of item sales. The goal is to make sure they are all working in unison to make the business profitable.

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7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

7shifts' collects and analyzes large volumes of restaurant data to help inform our machine learning systems that power our Optimal Labor Tool and other efficiency and time-saving features, like the Automatic Scheduler and Labor Cost Savings Calculator. We also can use the same data to track economic trends in the restaurant industry at large. Recently our Data Team analyzed the changing economics of restaurants as the Covid-19 pandemic's impact on the restaurant industry wanes in the United Stat

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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