Bill Marler

JANUARY 8, 2022

The USDA has announced the recall of nearly 30,000 pounds of ground beef, including Kroger-branded ground beef sold at Fred Meyer and QFC supermarkets, as well as products sold at Albertsons, Walmart, and WinCo grocery stores. Interstate Meat Dist. Inc. of Clackamas, OR, initiated the recall of approximately 28,356 pounds of ground beef products because testing showed positive results for contamination with E. coli O157:H7.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 24, 2022

Ensuring guests experience true hospitality is tantamount to running a successful restaurant. Thanks to restaurant technologies, it’s possible to not only deliver a superior customer experience — the crux of hospitality — but also take things to the next level. Yes, the importance of a good customer experience has always been key. However, between staffing shortages, high customer expectations, and pent-up demand due to the ever-in-flux restaurant landscape, it’s more int

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Lavu

JANUARY 7, 2022

We already know how quickly the restaurant industry can change. Rapid changes in consumer behaviors during COVID-19 introduced widespread disruption in the food service industry. … 5 Key Restaurant Industry Trends to Know in 2022 Read More ». The post 5 Key Restaurant Industry Trends to Know in 2022 appeared first on iPad Point of Sale System for Restaurants, Bars & More.

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Sculpture Hospitality

JANUARY 13, 2022

Dead stock , also known as inventory obsolescence, is surplus inventory that your bar is not likely to sell in the foreseeable future. It is something that every bar inventory manager will have to deal with, and can be a drain on storage space and resources.

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Eating at a Meeting

JANUARY 31, 2022

What do you get when you provide a safe dining experience for someone with food allergies? An inclusive experience in which everyone can enjoy a meal with together without anyone going hungry. If you are a #foodservice outlet or an #event, adding those two types of experiences together — safety + inclusion — you gain potential for increasing your revenue.

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Lit Supply

JANUARY 31, 2022

On the surface, a restaurant kitchen may not seem that different from your kitchen at home. But a restaurant kitchen is meant to serve a completely different purpose. Not only must it serve high-quality food made to a particular standard but it must also serve high quantities of food on a regular basis without fail. Despite the fact that restaurants are increasingly prolific (with 11,693 food and beverage locations in Tennessee alone as of 2018) many up-and-coming restauranteurs don’t unde

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 3, 2022

QR code usage has surged throughout the pandemic. According to a 2021 Ivanti Research Study, 83 percent of respondents stated that they used a QR code to make a payment or complete a financial transaction for the first time ever. However, there are security concerns with this growing technology, which largely stem from customers sharing data that restaurants could then sell.

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Lavu

JANUARY 25, 2022

How much do restaurant POS systems cost? If you’re looking for a new or upgraded restaurant POS, this is probably one of the first questions … How Much Do Restaurant POS Systems Cost? 14 Factors to Consider Read More ». The post How Much Do Restaurant POS Systems Cost? 14 Factors to Consider appeared first on iPad Point of Sale System for Restaurants, Bars & More.

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Sculpture Hospitality

JANUARY 10, 2022

Optimizing your ordering process is critical to ensuring that your bar or restaurant has the inventory it needs to meet demand. It also helps minimize the risk of surplus and dead stock , which can lead to profit losses.

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Lithos POS

JANUARY 27, 2022

It’s easy to feel discouraged when something doesn’t work out, but if you take a step back and analyze the reasons for your failure, you can start again with a fresh perspective. Why do restaurants fail? “ Around 63% of restaurants close within their first year and 85% don’t last more than five years “ This sounds like the thing that’s stopping you from getting into the restaurant business, but maybe it’ll be easier than you think.

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Eating at a Meeting

JANUARY 25, 2022

When contacting a hotel or other venue to hold a meeting/event there is usually a food and beverage (F&B) contract clause that stipulates the group must spend a minimum amount of money on F&B during the event, providing a source of revenue for the venue. And, if the group doe not generate the contracted amount, it will responsible for making up the difference.

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Bill Marler

JANUARY 30, 2022

We were proud to donate $100,000 to start the fellowship. The national nonprofit public health organization STOP Foodborne Illness is accepting applicants for its 2022-2023 Dave Theno Food Safety Fellowship. Applications must be submitted by March 31. The fellowship program is a partnership with the Michigan State University Online Food Safety Program.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 13, 2022

Restaurant efficiency is the key to making a profit in an industry with thin margins and fierce competition. Inefficient restaurants are usually the result of a combination of, if not, all of the following factors: Bad stock management and rotation. Untrained and unmotivated staff. Inefficient management of staff. No realistic table management. This guide sets out six tips for improving your restaurant efficiency that can be implemented immediately and cheaper to your pocket.

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Lavu

JANUARY 25, 2022

How much do restaurant POS systems cost? If you’re looking for a new or upgraded restaurant POS, this is probably one of the first questions … How Much Do Restaurant POS Systems Cost? 14 Factors to Consider Read More ». The post How Much Do Restaurant POS Systems Cost? 14 Factors to Consider appeared first on iPad Point of Sale System for Restaurants, Bars & More.

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Point of Sale 116

Sculpture Hospitality

JANUARY 31, 2022

The amount of wine a restaurant or bar has on hand in their beverage inventory varies from one location to the next.

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Inventory 120

JAMIX

JANUARY 11, 2022

As featured in the Fall/Winter 2021 issue of Campus Dining Today. Copyright 2021 NACUFS®️. Published with permission Anna SkyttäMarketing DirectorJAMIX Inc. Food safety is not only about hygiene or ingredients that comply with regulations; it is also about nutritional quality of food and allergens. From managing menus to inventories, here are a few examples of … Continue reading Kitchen System Provides Tools for Managing Risks Related to Food Safety → The post Kitchen System Provides

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Eating at a Meeting

JANUARY 17, 2022

What are the cocktail (alcoholic and non!) basics that everyone should know about making excellent drinks? Grab a glass and tune in to learn from cocktail editor, coach and mixologist, Erin R. Petrey about how cocktails are made, why they are made the way they are, and the history behind what's in the glass. Learn what to serve for your New Year celebrations and events in 2022, including non-alcoholic spirits and cocktails.

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Bill Marler

JANUARY 6, 2022

Since the last update on December 30, 2021, CDC updated the case definition and removed three illnesses from this outbreak investigation. These three people were infected with E. coli bacteria that were not as closely related genetically to the rest in this outbreak. None of the three sick people reported eating Organic Power Greens. As of January 6, 2022, a total of 10 people infected with the outbreak strain of E. coli O157:H7 have been reported from four states.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 12, 2022

The pandemic has challenged the relationship between restaurant operator and guest. Brands that have shifted to a more customer-centric approach have an understanding of loyalty as being earned and not sold. Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked Suzi Tripp, VP of Insights at digital transformation firm Brooks Bell how restaurants loyalty programs are evolving and the importance of having a head of loyalty who understands why people buy, how they buy and how often they buy.

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Lavu

JANUARY 25, 2022

Technology is the heart of any food service business. Be it food trucks, bars, full-service restaurants, or delis, each needs a sound restaurant POS system … 8 Factors to Consider When Choosing a Restaurant POS System Read More ». The post 8 Factors to Consider When Choosing a Restaurant POS System appeared first on iPad Point of Sale System for Restaurants, Bars & More.

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Kitchen CUT

JANUARY 6, 2022

Veganuary is here again, so we talked to the organisers about the dramatic shift towards plant based diets over the last 12 months and how hospitality operators can ‘do vegan better’ as we move through 2022. With leading scientists at the United Nations, Oxford University and Harvard all warning that a radical shift in our dietary habits is essential to mitigate climate breakdown, the world is finally listening and changing.

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JAMIX

JANUARY 11, 2022

As featured in the Fall/Winter 2021 issue of Campus Dining Today. Copyright 2021 NACUFS®️. Published with permission Anna SkyttäMarketing DirectorJAMIX Inc. Food safety is not only about hygiene or ingredients that comply with regulations; it is also about nutritional quality of food and allergens. From managing menus to inventories, here are a few examples of … Continue reading Kitchen System Provides Tools for Managing Risks Related to Food Safety → The post Kitchen System Provides

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Eating at a Meeting

JANUARY 10, 2022

I met Becky Kekula a few years ago at a conference about work place inclusion. When we talked about what we both do, I was intrigued by her perspective of eating at a meeting. As a person with dwarfism, she opened my eyes to yet another approach #eventprofs should consider when designing events, including the food and beverage service. In her TedX Talk, she says "we live in a society that encourages innovation.

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Bill Marler

JANUARY 17, 2022

Salmonella – Onions. As of November 12, 2021, 892 people infected with the outbreak strain of Salmonella Oranienburg have been reported from 38 states and Puerto Rico. Illnesses started on dates ranging from May 31, 2021, to October 25, 2021. Sick people range in age from less than 1 year to 101 years, with a median age of 37, and 58% are female. Of 571 people with information available, 183 (32%) have been hospitalized.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 12, 2022

This edition of MRM Research Roundup features evolving guest relationships, views on restauarant tech, employee desires and wedding trends. The Pandemic Has Permanently Altered the Consumer-Restaurant Relationships. The pandemic has permanently altered the consumer-restaurant relationship with operators investing in technology and real estate to align with changing consumer preferences, according to the 2021 Restaurant Franchise Pulse survey, conducted by TD Bank.

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Lavu

JANUARY 27, 2022

Create a Successful Restaurant Menu with our Free eBook Do you know all the aspects of a successful menu? The best restaurant menus are much … How to Create a Successful Restaurant Menu Read More ». The post How to Create a Successful Restaurant Menu appeared first on iPad Point of Sale System for Restaurants, Bars & More.

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The Food Law Firm

JANUARY 27, 2022

The Food Law Firm has distinct, institutional experience in working with food and supplement start-ups, and is acutely aware of just how precious start-up funds are. A start-up needs to identify priorities, but also sequence the efforts for max effect. Prioritize Trademarks and Branding. IP protection for food and supplement businesses can’t be overstated.

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Bill Marler

JANUARY 30, 2022

As of January 28, there have been 14 laboratory-confirmed cases of E. coli O157 illness linked to this outbreak in the following provinces: Alberta (13) and Saskatchewan (1). Individuals became sick between early December 2021 and early January 2022. No deaths or hospitalizations have been reported. Individuals who became ill are between 0 and 61 years of age.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 4, 2022

It may not look like it at first glance, but every interaction you have with your guests generates data. From the moment they set foot inside your restaurant to the first time they log onto your website, your customers are sharing vital pieces of information that can fundamentally change how your brand operates. To understand what customer intelligence is, we have to define what it means for restaurants.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 31, 2022

“Order more food.” This is the American football fan’s philosophy when it comes to Super Bowl menu planning. Americans ate a record 1.42 billion chicken wings during Super Bowl LV, a trend consistent with the rising popularity of chicken wing consumption. As more restaurants continue to add wings to their lineup, with 36 prepare of the top 500 restaurant chains now offering chicken wings on their menu, we can only expect these numbers to rise.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 27, 2022

The restaurant industry is still dealing with pandemic-related issues, including supply chain disruptions, new COVID variants and surging cases, labor shortages, rising prices, and a shift in consumer demand. As a result, ghost kitchens, delivery-focused kitchens without a storefront or dining area, are growing in popularity. Ghost kitchens allow operators to utilize commercial kitchens – sometimes in shared spaces with other brands – without the overhead of a full restaurant space a

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