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Maximize Your Restaurant’s 4th of July Sales

Modern Restaurant Management

Now that the pandemic is finally under control, summer travel is underway, and people are able to get out and be social. Many consumers are ready to spend money and participate in the activities they missed the most during the pandemic, especially dining out with friends and family. With consumer spending up 11.3 percent Q1 of 2021 and the 4th of July holiday weekend just around the corner, Americans have the desire, time, and money to eat out over their long holiday weekend.

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Pellet Ice Is Extremely Overrated

EATER

This drink would be so watery and unsatisfying | Shutterstock. It’s the worst kind of ice, so why is it everywhere? Editor’s note: The following is the — frankly, wrong — take from one Eater writer. There was internal disagreement on the staff, but we decided to publish to promote dialogue and open communication. Every once in a while, a food opinion will proliferate so fast and quietly that one day you look around and it’s everywhere.

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The Food Media Needs To Do Better

The Restaurant Manifesto

Restaurant critics and food writers are already back to promoting stale narratives. The post The Food Media Needs To Do Better appeared first on The Restaurant Manifesto.

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Restaurant Marketing Tips: Earning Back Customer Confidence Post Pandemic

The Restaurant Times

The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted businesses across all industries, be it large corporations or SMEs. The restaurant industry has particularly taken a turn for the worse due to increasing hygiene concerns among customers and government-imposed lockdown. The pandemic has been a true test for restaurant marketing as restoring customer confidence is a tough task with traditional marketing techniques.

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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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Five Keys to Success for QSRs Post-COVID

Modern Restaurant Management

There is no doubt that 2020 was a transformative year for the restaurant industry. It quickly became obvious that the brands best able to respond to the challenges posed by COVID restrictions and customer behavior changes were those with a strong digital foundation. When drive thru, curbside, and delivery became the primary (or only) service models, and digital transactions soared, brands such as McDonald’s, Starbucks, and Domino’s didn’t need to build from the ground up, and i

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eatOS Review: What You Need for Restaurant Management

Restaurant Den

Restaurants today are looking for ways to streamline services, and eatOS can help do just that. Built for restaurants of all sizes, from large chains to small local restaurants, many will find the eatOS Point of Sale (POS) ecosystem can help them simplify the way they do business. What’s more, you can even take their […]. The post eatOS Review: What You Need for Restaurant Management appeared first on Restaurant Den.

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Restarting Your Restaurant? Here Is An 8 Point Restaurant Checklist To Make The Process Smoother

The Restaurant Times

Uncertainty in the restaurant industry increased after being hit by the first wave of COVID-19 in 2020. Numerous restaurants went non-operational, while many shut down permanently. However, after a year, the industry has started picking up, and restaurateurs are slowly rebooting their businesses. With new threats coming up, like changing customer expectations, new competitors, etc., managing each step efficiently can be challenging.

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How Restaurant Owners Can Use Audio Marketing

Modern Restaurant Management

Audio is making a big comeback in the world of digital marketing. Why? The reason is simple. Over the last year, we have seen how much we rely on the ability to receive information at a fast pace and audio is the perfect on-the-go mode to make that happen for any business. So if your restaurant has been considering giving audio marketing a try – or you just want to learn more about it – here is a rundown of how and why using audio marketing can increase brand awareness for your eater

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Voodoo Doughnut Employees Say the Company Is Firing Them for Participating in a Heat-Related Strike

EATER

Doughnut Workers United / Official. On Sunday, Voodoo Doughnut workers walked out in protest of the Old Town shop’s working conditions during the heat wave. Now, employees say the company is firing them in retaliation. [link].

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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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The workforce impact of COVID19 on hospitality industry revealed

EHL Insights

Spring 2021, Swiss restaurants are allowed to open indoors again. That should be good news, but many venues are unable to increase their capacity as planned. Some are even staying closed. This is all due to a lack of staff, both front of house and in the kitchen. In a recent survey, Coople asked over 1,300 flexible workers, who worked in the hospitality sector before COVID, how they assess their current career prospects compared to before, and whether their career goals have changed.

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How Lo! Foods Promotes Healthy Eating With Its Unique Business Model

The Restaurant Times

Shweta Mehta is currently the Associate Director for B2C Sales at Lo! Foods. Her journey as an entrepreneur started in 2012 with a chain of preschools in Bangalore. She also founded PretiumPro, which was into HR consulting. This is where she got acquainted with Lo! Foods when she helped the brand with their initial hiring. She eventually joined Lo! Foods as an HR consultant in October 2019 to help them fulfill their human resources needs.

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Using Instagram Insights to Measure Success and Drive Sales

Modern Restaurant Management

Are you getting the most out of Instagram? Many restaurant owners simply post occasional photos on Instagram and perhaps share some special offers, without really seeing much engagement. If you’re going to use Instagram effectively, you need to track what’s working. That means not only knowing how many likes and comments your posts are getting, but also whether they’re bringing new customers (or bringing back old ones) to your restaurant.

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Meet the Women Leading LA’s Barbecue Revolution

EATER

Wonho Frank Lee. From Chinese-American smoked meat mashups to brisket and ribs with a side of Southern comfort, female pitmasters are pushing barbecue boundaries in Los Angeles [link].

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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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The workforce impact of COVID19 on hospitality industry revealed

EHL Insights

Spring 2021, Swiss restaurants are allowed to open indoors again. That should be good news, but many venues are unable to increase their capacity as planned. Some are even staying closed. This is all due to a lack of staff, both front of house and in the kitchen. In a recent survey, Coople asked over 1,300 flexible workers, who worked in the hospitality sector before COVID, how they assess their current career prospects compared to before, and whether their career goals have changed.

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Lista de verificación de tareas esenciales del gerente de restaurante para agilizar las operaciones diarias del restaurante.

The Restaurant Times

Por lo general, se ve al gerente de un restaurante en acción solo cuando hay un conflicto entre los clientes y los miembros del personal con respecto a la mala calidad de la comida o si hay algún pedido incorrecto. Hay muchas tareas y Responsabilidades de una gerente de restaurante. Sin embargo, el rol del gerente de un restaurante es mucho más que resolver conflictos.

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May/June 2021 Legal Update

Modern Restaurant Management

Pooja S. Nair, a partner at Ervin Cohen & Jessup LLP compiles recent legal news affecting the restaurant, food and beverage and hospitality industries for Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine. Legislation. Restaurant Revitalization Fund Replenishment Act Introduced : On June 8, 2021, a bipartisan group of Senators and U.S. Representatives introduced legislation to replenish the Restaurant Revitalization Fund with a $60 billion second round of restaurant relief.

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Top Chef’s New Winner Was Fired From Restaurant Job in December for ‘Harassment’ of an Employee

EATER

Gabe Erales’s win was overshadowed as allegations about his behavior at Austin restaurant Comedor circulated on social media [link].

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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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Luxury travel: the 2021 Superyacht trends you need to know

EHL Insights

2020 had a significant impact on a myriad of industries across the globe, and yachting was no exception. As a sense of hope arises amidst the current pandemic and a “new normal” manifests, the future is perceived as unpredictable; yet one thing that resonates is that 2021 will be a year of change. When it comes to the world of superyachts, we’re seeing greater attention paid to the world that surrounds us; we’re seeing quality of trips prioritized over frequency; we’re seeing privacy valued more

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Aumento de las ventas en restaurantes: 18 consejos efectivos para atraer clientes e impulsar las ventas

The Restaurant Times

La industria de los restaurantes es altamente competitiva y los clientes no tienen falta de opciones cuando se trata de elegir un restaurante para salir a cenar o hacer un pedido. Para sostener el negocio, debe idear estrategias de marketing inteligentes que lo ayuden a atraer clientes y aumentar el número de restaurantes. A continuación, se muestran algunas formas eficientes de aumentar las ventas en su restaurante.

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Four Steps to Bring in Hungry Customers with Direct Mail

Modern Restaurant Management

The pandemic was a true watershed moment for food and dining in America. On one hand, restaurants were stripped of their ability to serve people indoors, so restaurant dining hugely diminished. The National Restaurant Association’s 2021 State of the Restaurant Industry report has some sobering findings: The restaurant industry ended 2020 with total sales $240 billion below the pre-pandemic forecast for the year.

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You Should Be Drinking Miske, Ecuador’s Take on the Agave Spirit

EATER

Elena Boils. All the country’s neighbors lay claim to a national beverage. Now it’s Ecuador’s turn. You can see the equator from the garden outside the Agave Spirit Ecuador distillery on the outskirts of Quito. Or at least you could if it was visible — and there weren’t enormous blue agaves blocking the view. Under a high equatorial sun, Mayra Espinoza leads a tour of visitors to one of the plants, removes a precut section from the center, and exposes a sweet well in its core.

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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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19 Important Restaurant Metrics To Track For Success

Eat Restaurant Management

Running a successful restaurant has two sides. One is about serving delicious food and helping people experience and build great memories with each other. The other is about maintaining restaurant operations with the help of various performance metrics for sales, revenue, staff, and more. Restaurant owners often focus on the food side of things and don’t pay enough attention to the metrics.

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6 Critical Restaurant Manager Responsibilities For Efficient Operations

The Restaurant Times

A manager is responsible for the general administration of the staff and the smooth functioning of any organization. A restaurant manager, however, has multifaceted responsibilities. In addition to managing internal operations, he is also the interface between customers and the staff. The role requires them to be a ‘jack of all trades’ and oversee functions that are as diverse as stock management and employee training. .

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Upgrade Your Restaurant’s Aesthetic by Working with a Glass Artist

Modern Restaurant Management

Glass art is one of the best ways to update your restaurant’s aesthetic. The use of glass makes a statement, augmenting a classic look or a modern one. Glass molds into practically any form including chandeliers, wall sculptures and lighting fixtures. As a professional glass artist who has designed specialty pieces for dozens of restaurants here are a few tips I suggest when choosing an artist to upgrade your establishment.

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Seattle’s Extreme Heat Wave Proves Too Hot for Restaurants to Handle

EATER

Shutterstock. From cake shops to large pizza chains to high-end restaurants and a few bars, a good portion of the Seattle dining scene decided to pause service this weekend altogether, or reduce hours because of the oppressive heatwave [link].

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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