Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 15, 2023

One of the most exciting parts of watching Olympic swimmers race is seeing the “underdogs” come from behind and win. Knowing they have one last chance, these athletes harness every bit of their strength, move steadily to the front of the pack, and finish first in a dramatic moment. The holidays are restaurants’ version of the Olympics; these final weeks are their last chance to surge forward.

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Lodging Magazine

DECEMBER 15, 2023

LODGING brings you the second installment of our three-part Ownership Series, providing owner perspectives on various hot topics and industry trends. We speak with Kunal Dave of Laxmi Hotels Group on his approach to each stage of the conversion process. The third article will focus on development and guest service trends in the leisure market. Conversions are a popular option among developers today, and for Kunal Dave, president of Charlotte, North Carolina-based Laxmi Hotels Group, LLC, […

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Hotel Business

DECEMBER 15, 2023

AAA projects 115.2 million travelers will head 50 miles or more from home over the 10-day, year-end holiday travel period. This year’s total number of domestic travelers is a 2.2% increase over last year and the second highest year-end travel forecast since 2000, when AAA began tracking holiday travel. 2019 remains the busiest Christmas and New Year’s travel period on record with 119 million travelers.

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EATER

DECEMBER 15, 2023

The ssam set at Jeju in Portland, Oregon. | Celeste Noche/Eater From centralized wood-fired grills to classic upsells like truffle and uni, Korean barbecue spots are firing things up At the Michelin-starred Korean restaurant Cote, diners load the familiar Korean barbecue tabletop grills with galbi and skirt steak, yes, but also USDA Prime cuts and A5 wagyu meats.

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Speaker: Amanda Adams, Fractional CFO, CPA

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Amanda Adams, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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Fast Casual

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Restaurant technology is great but sometimes a brand can amass a tech stack that’s proving to be expensive and hard to manage. Learn how minimization and embracing one-stop tech platforms can save money and time.

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Revenue Hub

DECEMBER 15, 2023

All-Inclusive (AI) resorts are a well-known concept on the global stage. With their primary footprint in Mexico and the Latin Americas, the largest players, such as Club Med, have continued to enjoy success. Historically recognised as suitable options for couple getaways, a paradigm shift led these resorts to modify their value proposition to attract families by designing special experiences for children.

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Hotel Owner

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Wyboston Lakes Resort has signed the Net Zero Carbon Events Pledge, joining more than 600 conference and events industry organisations worldwide who have signed since its launch at Cop26. By signing the Pledge, the resort has committed to support the goal of net zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2050 and to actively promote and advocate for industry efforts.

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Revenue Hub

DECEMBER 15, 2023

The holiday season marks a period of increased travel, festive cheer, and heightened demand in the hospitality industry. For hotels, this time offers a golden opportunity to implement effective pricing strategies that not only cater to the surge in guests but also optimize revenue generation. NB: This is an article from Staah Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date Here are 8 smart pricing strategies for hotels to boost revenue and drive more bookings during the holiday season.

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Adora POS

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Get a glimpse into the exciting future of the pizza industry with our 'Pizzeria World 2024' blog. Discover the projected $51 billion sales surge and delve into emerging trends like the evolution of ghost kitchens, dynamic delivery methods, and tech-driven solutions. Learn how Adora POS plays a pivotal role in embracing these changes. We also highlight key educational and networking opportunities at major events like the International Pizza Expo.

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Driven by a diverse and exciting ecosystem of passionate, ambitious, and often young entrepreneurs, the Food & Beverage (F&B) sector is a highly competitive environment full of immense challenges and exciting opportunities. Expert Market’s 2024 industry report, sponsored by Toast, is informed by a survey of 522 U.S. food and beverage professionals, from restaurant owners to food service managers, providing insights into the real-time challenges and opportunities within the industry.

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Hotel Owner

DECEMBER 15, 2023

The Bath Hotel in Lynmouth has announced the appointment of Cavin Mpofu as the hotel’s new general manager. With over 23 years’ experience in hotel management, a strong background in revenue and HR and having been nominated twice for the Boutique Hotel Awards, Mpofu brings a “wealth” of knowledge and expertise to his new role. He has previously worked in Dubai, South Africa, Austria, and London, and has experience working with luxury brands as well as privately owned properties.

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Mary Gostelow

DECEMBER 15, 2023

This is Macau’s moment. Last night, Friday 15th December 2023, Parisian Macao hosted the tenth annual Stelliers gala uniquely honouring Greater China hotel professionals chosen by industry savants. There were well over 500 at the gala. Stelliers’ co-founder Stéphane de Montgros was joined at the top table by Stelliers director Simon Hansson Yu and the judges: Rainer Burkle, former AVP Luxury Greater China, Marriott Michelle Garnaut, founding CEO M Restaurant Group Kitty Huang, Greater China, Ora

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Hotel Owner

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Two hotels in Blackpool, the Lawton Hotel and Beechfield Hotel, have been sold for an undisclosed amount. Both ideally located in Blackpool’s town centre, the hotels are a popular choice for the many staycation guests and tourists looking to explore the historic seaside town. The previous owners sold the properties in order to pursue a lifestyle change.

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Revenue Hub

DECEMBER 15, 2023

The average U.S. hotel operates with a 30 percent profit margin, which is low compared to other industries. With tight margins to work with in a highly competitive market, it is important for hotel operators to streamline their practices to stay profitable and keep overhead costs low. NB: This is an article from Craftable Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date Optimizing back-of-house processes like procurement and using data to manage current inventory and help predict future tr

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Managing HR tasks like payroll, compliance, and employee data can overwhelm small businesses. That’s where a Human Capital Management (HCM) solution comes in. Our eBook, Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide , shows how an HCM system automates tedious processes, ensuring your business stays compliant and efficient. You’ll learn how to simplify payroll, eliminate costly errors, and empower your employees with self-service tools.

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Hospitality Net

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Hotelogix, a globally leading cloud-based hospitality technology provider, announced that its Hotel Property Management System (Hotel PMS) has become fully compliant with the Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA), Thailand’s first-ever data protection law. With this development, Hotelogix aims to help hotels in Thailand collect, process, and disclose their guests’ data per the law.

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Hotel Owner

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Hotel and diner concept Mollie’s has announced the appointment of Stephanie Freeman as general manager of its Oxfordshire site. With over 10 years’ experience in hospitality, Freeman’s career highlights include positions at renowned establishments such as Elite Hotels, IHG and Hilton, before joining the Mollie’s Bristol team in 2021. Starting as floor manager, Freeman swiftly ascended to diner manager at Mollie’s Bristol.

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Hospitality Net

DECEMBER 15, 2023

In the aftermath of a robust resurgence in the travel industry throughout 2023, hotels are gearing up for a transformative 2024, marked by shifting consumer preferences and the rise of cutting-edge technologies to help hotels address increasingly complex consumer and operational demands. This article explores the top 10 trends poised to redefine hotels and the wider travel and hospitality landscape in the coming year.

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Hotel Owner

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Mollie’s, a renowned hotel and diner concept, has appointed Stephanie Freeman as the general manager of its Oxfordshire site. Freeman, with over 10 years of hospitality experience, previously worked at Elite Hotels, IHG, and Hilton before joining Mollie’s Bristol team in 2021. Recognised as the Inspirational Leader of the Year at the 2023 HR in Hospitality awards, Freeman is excited to contribute to Mollie’s during a pivotal period for the brand.

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Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson

Payroll optimization can be one of the most time-consuming and complex factors of small business management. Yet, organizations that crack the code on streamlining employee compensation often discover innovative avenues for growth. With the right strategies in place, outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes can result in substantial time and resource savings.

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EATER

DECEMBER 15, 2023

In winter cocktail recipes, pine syrup inspired by the Korean ingredient sol ip chung adds an aromatic, minty twist.

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Hotel Owner

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Eden Hotel Collection has been recognised for its green credentials after achieving Green Tourism accreditation at all five of its hotels. The boutique hotel group has attained a silver award at Bovey Castle in Devon, alongside a bronze awards for The Greenway Hotel and Spa in Cheltenham, Mallory Court Country House Hotel and Spa in Leamington, The Arden Hotel in Stratford-upon-Avon, and Brockencote Hall Hotel in Kidderminster.

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Hospitality Net

DECEMBER 15, 2023

EHL’s Institute of Nutrition R&D presents the season on a plate with a nutritious and delicious vegetarian menu to delight foodie fans of all types. As Hippocrates famously said, “Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food”, here we are reminded that behind many seasonal recipes lie specific healing properties to help us best align with the time of year.

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Fast Casual

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Podcast host Mandy Detwiler talked to Burks about her start as a food truck owner and what it took to open her first store.

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Speaker: Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader

In today’s competitive market, pricing is more than just a number — it’s the cornerstone of profitability. The right pricing strategy ensures that you capture the true value of your offering, paving the way for sustainable growth and long-term success. Join Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader, in this exclusive session where he will explore how a well-crafted pricing approach balances customer perception with business objectives, creating a powerful tool for securing both competitive advantage a

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Hospitality Net

DECEMBER 15, 2023

In any hotel setting, there is an incredible amount of activity. Hotels are large business machines with lots of moving parts, so keeping an eye on every aspect is nearly impossible, including physical crimes that can take place onsite. The operations of hotels can differ based on levels of service, brand, size and more.

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SAS

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Organizations with a passion for quality, reliability, efficiency and safety are using real-time insights generated from their AI-powered predictive maintenance programs to anticipate potential issues and mitigate their impact before they happen. A shift from reactive maintenance, or handling issues as they occur, is not just a technological evolution; it's [.

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Hospitality Net

DECEMBER 15, 2023

As digitization in the hospitality industry is a fundamental part of the value chain, this year’s global study has a special focus on digital hotel operations in the area of the guest journey and is based on feedback from 84 unique hotel chains representing more than 2 million rooms worldwide.

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Hotel Business

DECEMBER 15, 2023

The Gettys Group Companies has named Ron Swidler as CEO, The Gettys Group Companies, and Jerry Zeitner , CEO, Ridgeline Development Partners , the firm’s hotel development arm. Both appointments are effective Jan. 1. “This is an exciting inflection point for Gettys,” said Andrew Fay, cofounder/president, The Gettys Group Companies. “[It’s] a pivotal moment and great opportunity for future growth based on fresh thinking and new perspectives.

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Running a restaurant involves juggling numerous tasks, but payroll and HR shouldn’t add to the stress. Our guide, "A Buyer’s Guide to Payroll & HCM Services," is tailored for the restaurant industry to help you choose the best provider. Efficient payroll services ensure timely, accurate payments, crucial for maintaining staff morale. Compliance support helps navigate labor laws and avoid costly fines.

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