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Viewpoint: How can technology help in food waste reduction?

Food Management

As operators face the financial and environmental consequences of wasting food, finding smart solutions has become a big priority and modern technology is becoming a valuable ally in this fight, bringing fresh and clever ideas to tackle the challenge head-on.

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Perhaps the documentary Poisoned is having a positive impact?

Bill Marler

Booker, DeLauro Introduce Bicameral Legislation to Better Protect Americans from Foodborne Illnesses Legislation enables improved monitoring of CAFOs during outbreaks or when there is a public health need SEPTEMBER 13, 2023 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Cory Booker (D-N.J.) introduced the bicameral Expanded Food Safety Investigation Act (EFSIA) , legislation that would grant the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) the authority to

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The drive-thru evolution

Restobiz

As takeout and off premise dining traffic remains high long after the pandemic, many QSRs are looking to improve their drive-thru service to decrease wait times and boost efficiency. 39 per cent of QSRs report bumper to bumper traffic in the drive-thru, causing longer lines and customer back-up. During the pandemic, when takeout was the […] The post The drive-thru evolution appeared first on Restobiz.

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Three Things Your POS Can’t Do if You Lose Internet

Modern Restaurant Management

Nearly every restaurant in the United States relies on a Point of Sale (POS) system for the majority of its front-of-house operations. That system needs access to the internet in order to keep functioning. But what happens when your restaurant suffers an internet outage, taking your POS system with it? Not only can that become frustrating for your guests, but it can also make in-house operations much more difficult.

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Metz launches food waste prevention initiative

Food Management

Leanpath is helping Metz Culinary Management clients curtail waste in meal preparation and service by 30%.

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Calgary Fueling Brains E. coli Outbreak hits 164, with 19 with Acute Kidney Failure

Bill Marler

Today the Alberta Health Services announced that it is “highly likely” that the source of an E. coli outbreak that has led to at least 164 cases in Calgary children is food that was distributed from a central kitchen shared between a number of Fueling Brains daycare sites in the city. “Based on the epidemiology of the cases we’ve seen to date, it is highly likely the source of this outbreak is food that was distributed from the central kitchen,” AHS said in a statement.

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Why Manual Workforce Management Processes Should be a Thing of the Past for Restaurant Owners

Modern Restaurant Management

Scheduling employees is one of the most time-intensive tasks for restaurant managers. They often have to rely on historical data to forecast customer demand, and typically can’t take into account the impact of weather and other local events on demand. Additionally, they have to remember how this demand aligns with employee skills and availability, before they begin creating shift schedules – often using pen and paper or an Excel spreadsheet.

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Texas Hospital adds 24/7 automated option for staff, guests

Food Management

Methodist Hospital Atascosa’s new micro market from HHS fills the gap during main cafeteria off hours.

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Fueling Brains E. coli Outbreak – 231 sick with 37 hospitalized with 21 with HUS

Bill Marler

Alberta Health Services (AHS) has now reported that the Fueling Brains Day Care E. coli outbreak includes 231 lab-confirmed cases. On Monday, an AHS spokesperson confirmed 41 more cases had been linked to the outbreak in the past day. The provincial health authority said there are now 26 patients in hospital: 25 children and one adult. Since the outbreak was declared at the start of last week, 11 patients have been discharged from hospital. 21 children have been diagnosed with hemolytic uremic s

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Legislation would give the FDA, and CDC power to collect samples from animal farms during outbreaks

Food Safety News

A senator and representative have introduced legislation that would give the FDA and CDC authority to enter and collect samples at feedlots during foodborne illness outbreaks. Federal agencies currently cannot collect samples from concentrated animal feeding operations (CAFOs) unless the operators voluntarily give them access. This has impeded investigations into foodborne illness outbreaks, especially those associated with leafy greens grown next to CAFOs, according to Sen.

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What Families Want from Kid-Friendly Restaurants

Modern Restaurant Management

The fast casual restaurant segment has seen tremendous success and growth in recent years. According to Circana, Inc./CREST®, while overall restaurant traffic was down four percent in 2022 compared to 2019, fast casual traffic was up nine percent. But there’s one area in which it can improve: with young families. Why should fast casuals work on improving with young families?

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5 tech things: Delaware North to open Just Walk Out store at NFL stadium in Jacksonville

Food Management

This and Grubhub mobile order/pickup adding its first military base are some of the tech-related developments you may have missed recently.

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“London Calling” – Global Crisis Management Conference

Bill Marler

I am about an hour out from the Seattle to London flight to speak this week at the Global Crisis Management Conference. I am interested in getting a perspective on how the insurance industry can help manage its risks from claims of foodborne illness. Short trip – I’ll be back in Seattle on Wednesday.

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Beef packer recalls 29 tons of ground beef because of E. coli O103 contamination

Food Safety News

American Foods Group LLC, doing business as Green Bay Dressed Beef LCC, of Green Bay, WI, is recalling 58,281 pounds of ground beef products that may be contaminated with Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC) O103, the USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service announced today. There is concern that some consumers or businesses may have the implicated ground beef in their freezers.

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MRM EXCLUSIVE: New Research Reveals Restaurant Managers Are Key Ingredient in the Recipe for Staff Retention

Modern Restaurant Management

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. Restaurants not only face a labor shortage , but employee wages have been rising , and worker productivity across industries has plunged to a historical depth.

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Aramark expands NFL service window to brunch and late-night

Food Management

Game Time culinary program provides fans with classic brunch favorites for earlier kickoffs and late-night fare for evening games.

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Introducing our Newest Advisory Board Members

Chef Ann Foundation

We're excited to welcome seven new changemakers, committed to healthy school food, to The Chef Ann Foundation’s Advisory Board.

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Company recalls pepperoni sticks because of Listeria

Food Safety News

Springwater Packers is recalling its mild pepperonistix because of Listeria contamination. The contamination was found during testing, according to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency. The implicated product was distributed in Ontario. Consumers can identify the recalled product by looking for the following label information: Brand – Springwater Packers Size – approximately 454 grams UPC number – none Packed on date – 21-06-23 Consumers are warned not to eat the recalled product.

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Who’s Winning Chicken War 2.0? How Generations, Regions, and Households Pick Their Favorites

Modern Restaurant Management

Just when you thought the chicken sandwich war was over, QSRs reignited the battle with new product launches. In late August, Chick-fil-A launched its first-ever chicken sandwich variation. The inventor of the chicken sandwich wasn’t the first to change it up. This year brought new entries from most of the QSR chicken contenders. With clucking back in the news, Revenue Management Solutions (RMS) asked more than 3,000 US consumers how the chicken sandwiches, nuggets and buckets (bone-in chi

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5 things: Philadelphia Schools cafeteria workers authorize strike option

Food Management

This and a hospital cafeteria offering a meal plan for older adults are some of the stories you may have missed recently.

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Spoilage Bacteria Pseudomonas Able to Grow on Meat After Heat Treatment, in Vacuum-Sealed Packaging, Study Shows

Food Safety Magazine

Spoilage bacteria Pseudomonas are able to survive thermal processing methods commonly used in meat production and can grow in refrigerated, vacuum-sealed packaging with little to no oxygen, according to a recent study.

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Paqui removes Spicy ‘One Chip Challenge’ amid investigation into teen’s death

Food Safety News

Texas-based chipmaker Paqui, a subsidiary of The Hershey Company, has announced the removal of its fiery ‘One Chip Challenge’ from shelves following the death of a 14-year-old Massachusetts teen, Harris Wolobah. The cause of Wolobah’s death remains under investigation, with an autopsy pending, but his family has attributed it to the chip challenge. Paqui’s ‘One Chip Challenge’ has gained notoriety on social media as participants attempt to endure the intense heat without drinking or eating anyth

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Elevating Guest Experience: Mastering Phone Etiquette for Restaurant Staff

Modern Restaurant Management

Surprisingly, phone calls are often the lifeblood of every restaurant, regardless of size or cuisine; the hospitality industry is, after all, all about human interaction. Potential customers will want to know what today’s special is, if there are vegan options, what time you open, if they can make a reservation for catering, and so much more. Even though many of these answers can easily be found online, on your app, or through an automated phone service, your staff will still have to take

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5 things: Morrison engages local celebrity chef Doug Katz to elevate foodservice at Cleveland Clinic

Food Management

This and Cal Poly Pomona launching its own branded ice cream are some of the stories you may have missed recently.

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California Food Safety Act Banning Red Dye 3, Other Chemicals in Food Passes Senate, Awaits Governor’s Signature

Food Safety Magazine

California Assembly Bill 418, also called the California Food Safety Act , which aims to prohibit four food additives from being used or sold in the state due to associated health risks, recently passed the state Senate and is waiting to be signed into law by Governor Gavin Newsom.

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FAO and WHO release full report on hazards in produce

Food Safety News

FAO and WHO have published the full report of an analysis looking at reducing the risk of microbiological hazards in fresh fruits and vegetables. The UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and World Health Organization (WHO) document covers leafy vegetables and herbs, berries and tropical fruits, melons and tree fruits, and seeded and root vegetables.

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Untapping the Potential of Franchising (Podcast)

Modern Restaurant Management

In this episode of The Main Course , MRM Executive Editor Barbara Castiglia interviews Tarji Carter, Founder and President of The Franchise Player. Castiglia and Tarji discuss the following during their conversation: The increasing appeal of franchising as a career and investment opportunity Tarji’s unexpected journey from the hotel industry to becoming a pivotal figure in restaurant franchising The mission and vision behind The Franchise Player’s aims to educate and empower underser

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County hospital improves night intakes with house-made packaged meals

Food Management

The kitchen stocks refrigerators in nurses’ stations daily with fresh-made sandwiches, salads, parfaits and more.

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Infants Given Formula Most at Risk of Exposure to Petroleum-Derived MOH Chemicals, EFSA Concludes

Food Safety Magazine

To inform the European Commission’s decision on whether to establish maximum levels for mineral oil hydrocarbons (MOH) in certain foods, the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) recently published an update of its risk assessment on dietary exposure to the chemicals.

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Half of the Victims in the Salmonella outbreak hospitalized; Chicago taqueria closed

Food Safety News

At least 20 people are sick with Salmonella infections after eating food from a Chicago taqueria. Ten people have been hospitalized. The Chicago Department of Public Health and the Illinois Department of Public Health are investigating the outbreak. The agencies reported today that Carniceria Guanajuato voluntarily closed the taqueria on Sept. 8, 2023.

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The September Effect: How Changes in Weather Impact Commercial Ice Machines

Modern Restaurant Management

As the summer season transitions into fall, businesses that rely on commercial ice machines may notice a phenomenon known as the "September Effect." This term refers to the impact that changing weather conditions, specifically in September, can have on the functioning and performance of these essential appliances. Understanding the potential effects of September on ice machines can help business owners and operators take proactive measures to maintain their equipment and ensure a steady

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