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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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

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Every restaurant owner, operator, and manager are currently asking themselves: how do I hire restaurant employees in today’s labor market? The Restaurant Labor Shortage. The restaurant industry is back to busy, with full indoor capacity and a dining public eager to eat out.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 27, 2023

The same goes for any restaurant or bar. Throughout my almost two decades of experience working with restaurant and bar owners these are the areas I always discuss with them when they decide to give their establishment a new look. Prepare Your Staff Staff members need to prepare for the painting of a restaurant or bar.

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AUGUST 21, 2024

Communication is key in virtually every workplace, but this rings especially true in the restaurant industry. Watch the video version of these 5 restaurant communication tips In order to build an effective work culture and a productive team, restaurant leaders need to communicate successfully and at scale with their teams at all times.

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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

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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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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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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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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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

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

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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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

Nowhere is this more clear than in restaurants; many wonder if parts of the workforce left the industry for good and how they will fill that gap. With a critically shrunken talent pool, restaurants are racing to fill positions in every part of the business — front of house, back of house, and corporate teams.

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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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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

A large chunk of that comes down to complex problems in global food supply chain management that most restaurants have little control over. What restaurants can do, however, is re-think how their direct food supply is managed – from transport to inventory control. It’s the cost of waste.

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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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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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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

JULY 13, 2021

When six years of growth for the restaurant industry are wiped away in a year, it’s no surprise that the National Restaurant Association is saying that 2020 was the worst year for restaurants. Working to create a comprehensive restaurant technology ecosystem is critical to ensuring long-term success of your business.

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NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Asking the appropriate kitchen manager interview questions can reveal whether a candidate has the experience, skills, and abilities that your restaurant needs. In this article: Can you tell us about your previous experience in restaurant management? Can you tell us about your previous experience in restaurant management?

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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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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 27, 2024

Summer is prime hiring time for restaurants. What can restaurant operators do to attract and retain talent for the busy season ahead? Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine reached out to Jennifer Mathew, senior manager of talent acquisition and strategy on the role technology plays in hiring and retention.

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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

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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7 Shifts

OCTOBER 1, 2024

These days, a restaurant's reputation is built on more than the taste of its food. 60% of guests who have a positive experience are likely to dine at a restaurant more frequently. From creating a welcoming ambiance to offering unique menu items, let’s explore the ways you can refine your restaurant's customer experience in 2024.

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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

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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7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Restaurant technology is no longer a nice-to-have: it’s an absolute necessity for building a modern, resilient restaurant that can become and stay competitive. The first technologies that restaurants often invest in are cloud-based point of sale (POS) systems and payroll processing.

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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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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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7 Shifts

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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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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FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Restaurants of today are infused with technology in many new ways, and it’s making a difference. A full 55% of consumers consider takeout and delivery essential to their restaurant experience. Restaurants turned to restaurant management apps to navigate this change, and it appears there’s no going back.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry movers and shakers: "What do you feel is going to cause disruption in the restaurant industry over the next decade?” Christopher Baron of RedBaron Consulting.

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FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Restaurants of today are infused with technology in many new ways, and it’s making a difference. A full 55% of consumers consider takeout and delivery essential to their restaurant experience. Restaurants turned to restaurant management apps to navigate this change, and it appears there’s no going back.

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