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Four Ways QSRs MUST Innovate to Outlast the Pandemic

Modern Restaurant Management

Extraordinary times always seem to lead to extraordinary innovations, and the restaurant industry is currently in the midst of perhaps the greatest time of upheaval, ever. And yet, despite the high unemployment, Quick Service Restaurants are one of the few sectors still hiring in massive numbers. So, what are the big brands doing right that they are not only surviving, but thriving during the COVID-19 pandemic?

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Four Loko to Launch the Quibi of Getting Absolutely Shitfaced

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Photo: Four Loko. Plus, Burger King’s questionable Halloween stunt, and other news to start the day Four Loko releases new flavored shots because nothing matters. After a brief foray into the intersection of wellness and apocalypse with the release of a Four Loko hard seltzer last fall , the brand whose boozy energy drinks were once known as “ blackout in a can ” has returned to its dirtbag roots with a new line of flavored, bottled shots.

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10 Benefits of Having a Great Food Truck Website

Restaurant Engine

Highlight and advertise your food truck with your website hub. Whether you’re just starting your food truck, or you’ve been around awhile a website is a pivotal piece in your marketing arsenal. It’s the central hub for all your food truck marketing, and not only does your food truck website need to be mobile friendly, it also must be user friendly and provide all the necessary information.

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Radisson Hotel Group opens new 206-room hotel in India

Hotel Management Network

Radisson Hotel Group has announced the opening of the new 206-room hotel in Mumbai, in the Indian state of Maharashtra. The post Radisson Hotel Group opens new 206-room hotel in India appeared first on Hotel Management Network.

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Planning Your Restaurants 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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The Power of Promotions 

Modern Restaurant Management

It comes as no surprise that restaurants have had a difficult time over the past few months. Many are still challenged with a lag in guests returning to dine out, lowered capacities, and increased health and safety protocol even upon reopening. These factors can make it difficult for restaurants to realize the same level of sales and profitability as before the pandemic; some consumers have less disposable income; others are more inclined to cook at home.

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Why it is Critical for Restaurants to Implement the Right Restaurant Food Safety System   

The Restaurant Times

With the outbreak of COVID-19, consumers have become more aware of the importance of health, hygiene, and food safety which will play a huge role in how restaurants operate in the new normal. A recent report on Restaurant Industry and Market Evolution highlights an interesting fact: more than 80% of restaurant operators feel that food quality and safety will surpass price as a decision-making factor for cost-conscious customers.

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IHG signs management agreement for two hotels in Thailand

Hotel Management Network

IHG has signed a management agreement with K W Group to bring both the Holiday Inn and Holiday Inn Express brands to Phuket’s Kata Beach. The post IHG signs management agreement for two hotels in Thailand appeared first on Hotel Management Network.

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Why Restaurant Guest Expectations Are Shifting (Podcast)

Modern Restaurant Management

In this week's episode of The Main Course host Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) Executive Editor Barbara Castiglia speaks with Dara St. Louis, Senior Vice President and Founding Partner at Reach3 Insights, about how the pandemic has affected diner attitudes. Key topics included Reach3’s Consumer Closeness in the Age of Social Distancing program, which aims to “capture the human aspect of the pandemic,” the use of contactless technology, aspects of restaurants that are mak

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Taking Care of the Back of the House

EATER

1,300 families, 120,000 pounds of food: How No Us Without You feeds LA’s undocumented restaurant workers At 11 a.m. on a hot Tuesday in October, cars began to line up at a pair of tents pitched in a deserted stretch of downtown Los Angeles. At the first tent, Damian Diaz greeted every arrival with cold Topo Chicos and bright greetings in Spanish. He handed out sandwiches donated by a local shop, bagged-up snacks, and juice boxes; some families received books carefully sorted by reading level.

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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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SWOT Analysis: A Must-Have Business Strategy Tool for Restaurants in Saudi Arabia

The Restaurant Times

Creating a restaurant business plan is essential as it helps you with better planning and provides insights to run your business better. One of the critical components of a restaurant business plan is the SWOT Analysis. A SWOT Analysis is a process that primarily involves identifying the Strengths (S), Weaknesses (W), Opportunities (O), and the Threats (T) of the restaurant business.

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Pivot Hotels & Resorts to manage Le Méridien Houston Downtown

Hotel Management Network

Pivot Hotels & Resorts has been selected to manage the Le Méridien Houston Downtown in the US state of Texas. The post Pivot Hotels & Resorts to manage Le Méridien Houston Downtown appeared first on Hotel Management Network.

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Restaurant Staffing for Today and Tomorrow

Modern Restaurant Management

Since quarantine lockdowns began mid-March of 2020, restaurants faced unprecedented turmoil. Before global lockdowns, the U.S. restaurant industry suffered from a 74.9 percent annual turnover rate , and even more for some businesses. At the onset of the pandemic, around two thirds of all restaurant employees were displaced , with many restaurants pivoting to off-premise dining to survive.

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Eater Staffers Pick Their Favorite Instant Pot Recipes

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Siim79 /Shutterstock. Lost the energy to cook? Look to the Instant Pot Now that we are over the sourdough-and-regrowing-scallions part of the pandemic, but in no way over the actual pandemic, we must prepare for The Hunkering. Every winter is a time for stews, roasts, and hearty pasta bakes, but this winter it feels extra important, both because most of us are going to be indoors way more than any previous season, and have completely lost the energy to do anything but throw a bunch of stuff in a

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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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How Saudi Restaurants Can Manage Initial Operating Costs Better and Reach Break-Even Faster

The Restaurant Times

More than half of all restaurant ventures fail within the first two years of operations. This is a known fact and one of the main reasons why the restaurant industry is considered risky. While there are various factors that contribute to a restaurant’s success, managing the restaurant finances in the right way is extremely vital. Usually, first-time restaurant operators are so focused on arranging the startup capital that they forget about the working capital, that is, the money they would

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Hyatt signs agreement with First Hotel Reisen to open property in Sweden

Hotel Management Network

Hyatt Hotels’ affiliate has signed a franchise agreement with First Hotel Reisen to open the first Hyatt property in Sweden. The post Hyatt signs agreement with First Hotel Reisen to open property in Sweden appeared first on Hotel Management Network.

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Staffing Issues Every Restaurant Owner Should Focus on Post-Pandemic

Modern Restaurant Management

The hospitality industry is the third largest employer in the United States (behind healthcare and government.) It’s a workforce of over 15 million people that all contribute to our country’s economy and culture in a major way. While the hospitality industry has undeniably been hit hard during the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s a resilient sector that is already starting to recover.

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The McRib Is Returning to McDonald’s Nationwide for the First Time Since 2012

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Ruocaled /Shutterstock. Plus, Tyson is replacing federal inspectors with its own employees, and more news to start your day After eight years, the sandwich will return on December 2. McDonald’s McRib sandwich has evolved into a cult obsession ever since its launch in 1981. That’s likely because it’s not a permanent fixture on the menu in the U.S. — the chain only rolls it out in short bursts, or in certain regions, and the sandwich has inspired entire websites and groups devoted to it.

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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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Worried About High Restaurant Labor Costs? Here are 8 Strategies Saudi Restaurants Can Use to Control Them

The Restaurant Times

In the restaurant business, labor costs account for the majority of expenses. The ratio of restaurant labor costs to the overall sales averages at 22-40%, whereas it can be as high as 75% in some cases. Given the restaurant industry’s capital-intensive nature, this can affect the viability of a restaurant business over a period of time. That is why restaurants and cafes must control their labor costs and maintain profit margins.

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Middle East hotels reportedly see increase in hotel occupancy rates

Hotel Management Network

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is reportedly ‘driving the recovery of the hotel industry’ in the Middle East region. The post Middle East hotels reportedly see increase in hotel occupancy rates appeared first on Hotel Management Network.

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Why You Must Change Your Approach to Loyalty by 2021 

Modern Restaurant Management

The year 2020 has brought with it many changes, whether social or medical, the happenings of the last few months will have a lasting impact on the food and hospitality industry and the consumers that make use of it. Most impactful of all the events has, of course, been COVID-19. With the pandemic came a change in the way consumers socialized, ate and spent their money.

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Grubhub Hit With Lawsuit for Listing Restaurants Without Permission

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Shutterstock. Business owners say the criticized practice causes “significant damage to their hard-earned reputations” Two restaurants have initiated a potential class-action lawsuit against GrubHub for allegedly listing 150,000 restaurants to its site without the businesses’ permission. The Farmer’s Wife in Sebastopol, California and Antonia’s Restaurant in Hillsborough, NC filed the suit with Gibbs Law Group, accusing Grubhub of adding their restaurants to its site despite not entering into a

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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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Leading Restaurant Consultant Raymond Santamaria Advises UK Restaurants to Focus on Guest Experience and Operational Efficiency

The Restaurant Times

With a career in F&B, hospitality & retail spanning more than 25 years, Raymond Santamaria founded Santamaria London, a strategic growth consulting firm in January this year. He provides consultancy & project management services to a variety of clients, acting as the de facto sales & marketing lead on their behalf. Santamaria London helps its clients strategically navigate the market & commercially drive footfall, traffic, engagement & ongoing sustainable operations. .

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Dubai’s Rove Hotels presents ‘Only On-Site Hotel’ at Expo 2020

Hotel Management Network

Rove Hotels has announced that it will be opening next year at Expo2020, which will be taking place from 1 October 2021 to 31 March 2022. The post Dubai’s Rove Hotels presents ‘Only On-Site Hotel’ at Expo 2020 appeared first on Hotel Management Network.

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White Castle Flips for Flippy and Burma Bites

Modern Restaurant Management

This edition of MRM News Bites features tech companies winning funding, AI in the kitchen, DoorDash invests in brick and mortar and the gamification of food ordering. Ordermark Raises $120M in Series C Funding. Ordermark closed its $120M Series C funding round led by Softbank Vision Fund 2[1] and joined by returning investor Act One Ventures. The funding will be used to help more restaurants transition to online ordering during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond. “2020 has been a tough year

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Dunkin’ Eyeing Potential Sale to the Owner of Arby’s and Jimmy John’s

EATER

Photo: George Sheldon /Shutterstock. Plus, a Listeria outbreak possibly linked to deli meat, and other news to start the day Dunkin’ is in talks to sell itself to the Arby’s parent company. Dunkin’ Brands, the parent company of Dunkin’ (née Donuts) and Baskin Robbins, could soon be owned by Inspire Brands, the owner of Arby’s, Buffalo Wild Wings, Sonic, and Jimmy John’s.

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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