Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 29, 2022

The last few years have seen unprecedented disruption for restaurants. Closures, supply chain problems, labor shortages, technology, and inflation are just a few of the challenges operators have faced in recent years. So, what could the coming year possibly bring when the last few have felt so unpredictable? I see a few things on the horizon as part of the ongoing evolution of the relationship between restaurants and technology.

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Sculpture Hospitality

DECEMBER 29, 2022

Choosing the best bar inventory software for your needs is an important decision for any bar or restaurant operator. The right bar inventory software can help you manage your inventory, track sales, and optimize your operations. It can also help you create an efficient workflow that leads to more productive, and happier, employees.

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Fast Casual

DECEMBER 27, 2022

Readers were most interested in well-established brands moving into new markets. News about Dave's Hot Chicken, for example, entering South Carolia and Minneapolis, took the No. 1 and No. 7 spots.

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ComplianceMate

DECEMBER 24, 2022

An absolutely critical part of food safety is the maintenance of proper temperatures. While some foodservice businesses rely on manual temperature recording, wireless temperature monitoring systems can offer many benefits that extend far beyond those of manual methods.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 30, 2022

As we head into the New Year, restaurants of all sizes continue to grapple with a number of major challenges impacting the industry. Staffing continues to be a top-of-mind concern for many restaurateurs, followed closely by inflation. Despite these challenges, restaurants are still planning for growth in the year ahead, with popular brands focused on continued expansion.

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Lithos POS

DECEMBER 25, 2022

When starting your own business, choosing the right name is essential. In addition to sticking to the minds of your target audience/potential customers, your choice of business name also has to stand the test of time and avoid any legal issues or trademark infringements down the road. These branding mistakes can ruin your business before you’ve even started it up, so be sure to steer clear of them when you name your brand.

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Probe It Food Safety

DECEMBER 29, 2022

If you work in the food industry, then you know that having a food handler certificate is a must for success. But having the certificate isn’t enough; you also need to know how to outsmart your peers when it comes to food safety. In this blog post, we’ll explain how to do just that by taking a look at the knowledge from the Food Handler Certificate and using it to your advantage.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 27, 2022

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine contributor Izzy Kharasch of Hospitality Works offers his best planning practices for restaurant operators as we approach 2023.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 30, 2022

Last year, more than 629,000 people signed up to take part in Veganuary ’s 31-day plant-based pledge. This represents a real opportunity for brands and indie restaurants to improve, expand, and promote their vegan and plant-based offerings to a growing audience. Veganuary’s six-month survey showed that after taking part in Veganuary 2022, 80 percent of participants have made a significant diet change – reporting that they're eating at least 50% less meat and dairy.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 27, 2022

Do you ever wish that you had a crystal ball that could tell us what’s in store for the restaurant industry in the coming year? As we close out 2022, food production is at risk. Climate change is wreaking havoc on traditional farming methods , with crops withering in extreme heat or drowning in mid-Western floods. We’re still facing product shortages, exacerbated by ongoing supply chain interruptions and the Russian-Ukrainian war stalling food shipments – including 9.5 million tons of grain.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 28, 2022

We’re all familiar with equipment rental and software subscription services in the restaurant industry. But have you considered how an equipment subscription is a better, smarter business move than equipment ownership? If you’re going to run a successful restaurant, there are certain pieces of equipment you just can’t do without: dishwasher, walk-in refrigerator, ice machine, etc.

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