Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 2, 2021

Shier is the author of four books, has been an in-demand trainer for restaurants, and is a Which Wich franchisee. He was working on a book about generating more catering dollars, something he’s had success with at his restaurant. At the start of 2020, Schier wasn’t focused on off-premise.

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Lavu

MARCH 26, 2020

Coming off a hard winter and hoping sales would pick up for catering businesses, this sudden hit of all events canceling has pushed some catering businesses to the brink. What we need to do now is focus on what catering businesses can provide outside of their typical scope of business. Meal Prep Kits with Pickup Options.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Ninety-five percent of those surveyed reported using some form of AI in their restaurant, with the most common being AI-assisted inventory management (35 percent), AI menu optimization (35 percent) and AI reservations/bookings (32 percent). Prepping for Turkey Day: When compared to the average Wednesday in 2023.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

Here, I'll share my top tips for getting your catering site to the top of the SERP. Unless your catering company or restaurant is already quite well known, it’s unlikely that every customer will begin their online journey by searching for your business by name. Optimize your Site for Local Search.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

And when it comes to a traditional sit-down restaurant versus a mobile food business, such as a food truck, catering business, or food cart, the insurance needs of both are vastly different and unique. There are several types of mobile food businesses, including food trucks, catering, and food carts. Catering Business Insurance Needs.

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Hospitality Net

JULY 25, 2024

ROH, the hospitality industry’s first payments and revenue management platform designed to help hotels increase profitability, today announced that over $100 million in booking value has run through the platform as hotel operators, owners and brands tap the integrated platform for better business outcomes.

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Lavu

DECEMBER 4, 2019

But how about booking catering gigs? How Food Trucks Can Book More Events. You’re ready to book your food truck—now how do you find events? You’re ready to book your food truck—now how do you find events? Here are three ways to book new catering gigs for your food truck: 1. Update Your Website.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 9, 2024

Banks have been reducing exposure to small businesses ever since the pandemic, and now with higher interest rates putting pressure on bank deposits and greater regulatory scrutiny, banks are reducing their loan books even more. Cater to buy-local mindsets. Platforms like Parler were conceived on this idea.

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Hospitality Net

JULY 24, 2024

Bookings for the Grand Prix began as early as December 2023, significantly impacting hotel demand. This early surge in reservations has led to an unprecedented increase in hotel occupancy rates, with many premium and centrally located hotels reporting near-full bookings months in advance.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 31, 2024

To cater to America’s preference for the dry Champagne style while offering more affordable options, operators frequently turned to Cava as it provided a comparable flavor profile at a lower price. ” “Personalized sommelier experiences with paired tasting menus to the exact standards of our guest booking an event.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 31, 2021

Restaurants can continue to foster the aura of personal service and exclusivity by using online booking services and offering phone reservations. People are still gathering in small, private groups, so catering options can be updated to include pick-up or contactless delivery. Fulfilling Other Needs.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 7, 2021

To cater to these situations, restaurants should have a digitized checklist or a recipe management software tool. Operators need to avoid overbooking to follow the health regulations and prevent under booking to meet their target profits. However, Now that COVID-19 protocols are in place, it has become even more difficult.

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the CAMBRO blog

JULY 18, 2023

In the world of catering, quality is paramount. However, one aspect that is often overlooked but shouldn’t be underestimated is the quality of your catering equipment. High-quality catering equipment can make a significant difference in the efficiency, reliability and overall success of your business.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 17, 2020

The rollout of Premium Access comes just in time for those looking to book a great last-minute table, ensuring both planners and procrastinators alike can grab reservations at the hottest spots this Valentine’s Day. ” Dinova accomplished the following in 2019: Launched Catering Portal and Dine Assist Products. Chicago), ?State

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FoodService Director

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Even if your catering proposals have a low conversion rate, it’s a good idea to put a time limit on them and keep track of which proposals went out for each event date, Advice Guy says.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

AI Assistants : Conversational AI can assist customers in communicating with restaurant systems for booking a table, adding a guest to a waitlist, ordering meals, or even answering common questions like ‘do you have vegan food as well?’ For example, KFC even has facial recognition technology to cater to repeat customers.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

Ready to make up for lost time during lockdown, bookings jumped by a staggering 300 per cent. Once the government’s ‘ one-way road to freedom ’ was announced earlier in the year, UK travel companies cited a huge surge in enquiries from people keen to holiday on home ground this summer. Brits are planning to get spending too.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 12, 2024

CRM systems can track customer preferences and dietary restrictions, enabling personalized menu suggestions that cater to individual needs. By harnessing AI for personalization, operators can suggest related items based on customer history and preferences.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 11, 2019

According to the data, 65 percent of Americans would choose one hotel over another if that hotel stay includes complimentary breakfast, and 51 percent would be more inclined to book a hotel room that includes a complimentary drink or meal upon arrival. Loyalty rewards for their restaurants and bars: Almost 1 in 3 (32 percent).

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

With the increasing customer inclination towards a health-conscious diet, even the restaurant industry has to adapt to the trend by adding dishes catering to their health-conscious guests. Making it convenient for consumers to find a suitable restaurant, book a reservation, get directions, and review the menu.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 2, 2024

” From serving food from hard-to-book restaurants and menu items like the latest chicken sandwich or charcuterie board taking TikTok by storm, photo-opp-worthy foods will be used as a draw to increase in-person attendance.

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Hospitality Net

JANUARY 28, 2024

As seen at this past June’s HITEC in Toronto, the dawn of the age of AI may, in fact, be complementary to one of the biggest trends that tech vendors are catering towards driving bookings through direct channels. Many hoteliers certainly hope so after the gains that these third-party channels made during the pandemic.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 24, 2022

She hopes to renovate it and turn it into the fish bistro of her dreams, catering to happy beachgoers all year round. Chloe’s bistro will be opening for drinks and small lunches in the daytime and providing a limited number of hot meals (booking only – it’s a small place!) in the evening.

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Hospitality Net

MARCH 13, 2024

Tripleseat for Hotels, the leading cloud-based group sales and catering management platform for hotels is thrilled to welcome Urban Cowboy, a growing design-driven boutique hotel brand. With three existing properties in Nashville and the Catskills, Urban Cowboy is expanding to Denver opening in 2024.

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Chef's Toys

JULY 13, 2022

All summer, caterers work hard, as customers take advantage of nice warm weather and summer schedules to plan events. Through it all, the catering companies that outshine their competitors know how to work with the realities of the summer season like heat and sun that can impact outdoor kitchen activities. Chefs’ Toys can help!

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

Diners will be planning ahead this year, with 31 percent planning to book three to four weeks out. Results also indicate that restaurants and bars should expect to see high demand for large party bookings, with 52 percent of diners planning group outings of eight or more. Of those, 14 percent plan to book five or more weeks out.

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FMT Magazine

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

The hotel will cater to both leisure and business travellers. Guests booking directly will enjoy the exclusive Dorsett 26 Hours experience. Guests will be offered direct ferry service from the hotels pier to the Expo venue in just 30 minutes. Despite all these, they are not overlooking sustainability and local culture.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

The survey insights show how the hospitality and event industry can pivot their offerings to cater to consumer preferences. A little under half of the respondents said yes, and of those 30 percent of them used catering for these events. Food brings many families together and is an important part of a lot of holiday traditions.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

By encouraging diners to book and pay in advance, restaurants can better manage food waste, curb no shows and drive much needed revenue. And, on Election Day, Nando’s will provide free catered meals to poll workers in Nando’s USA communities, as a thank-you to our dedicated poll-working volunteers.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 2, 2024

Thirty-seven percent said they’re expanding catering operations. ” No-Show Fees An increasing number of restaurants are set to enforce cancellation fees for diners who don’t arrive for their booking or those who cancel their booking. However, this is time-consuming and very admin-intensive.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 20, 2021

As consumers ramp up their event planning, operators should continue to leverage connected technology solutions to ensure the event booking and management process is streamlined and as user-friendly as possible. Catering is still a promising source of revenue for restaurants, hotels and venues to continue to capitalize on.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Some restaurants were slow to adopt contactless payment methods, efficient booking systems, and other tech solutions, which resulted in missed opportunities to enhance guest experiences and operational efficiency. Notably, not enough investment in technology and digital transformation.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 11, 2020

As the company kicks off a year of expansion with sights set on opening brick and mortar stores in LA and Chicago, DDK provides a way to expand the brand in a new market close to their hometown without the typical associated overhead costs and to expand their catering business. Two-Hens Growth Fueled by Accelerator Program.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 13, 2023

Wayback Burgers launched The Royal Silencer, a one-of-a-kind burger designed to silence the urge to spill family gossip to media outlets, book publishers and documentarians alike. Designed to serve up to 12 people, the box provides a convenient, compact and stress-free catering option that even includes the serving materials.

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Hospitality Net

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Your checklist includes booking 50 double-bed rooms, 5000 square feet event space capable of hosting a dinner for 100 guests with live entertainment, and a facility that can sustain a vibrant dance party well into the night. The AI system efficiently processes your criteria.

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Hospitality Net

JUNE 26, 2024

There may be no crying in baseball, but hoteliers who are not building relationships with travel sports teams may find themselves shedding a few tears once they realize how much money is being left on the table by not catering to the lucrative sports tourism segment.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 17, 2020

Nearly a half (48 percent) of consumers are looking to pre-made/catered dinners, meal kits and takeout for their holiday meals. Consumers are looking towards pre-made/catered meals (15 percent), take-out (18 percent), and meal kits (15 percent) in place of meal prep for one of their holiday or New Year’s meals.

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