Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Automated Ordering AI-powered chatbots can handle customer orders, reducing the need for human intervention. Within a single chat interface, consumers can go through the entire menu, choose food and beverage products, add them to their cart, and make payments. For example, Gupshup partnered with India-based food joint Wow!

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 22, 2021

There are many benefits to a tighter menu, including: Less inventory to maintain. It focuses customers’ choices on those items that you do best, and. Prior to COVID-19, many restaurant owners were challenged by food, beverage and labor costs. A cocktail server comes to the table to take and deliver beverage orders.

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Lavu

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Starting a food delivery business can really make a difference for restaurants or any food business, helping them reach more people and make more money. It’s also crucial to make sure your menu is optimized for delivery, so that the food still tastes amazing when it arrives. Is online food delivery a profitable business?

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 18, 2024

The discussion included food, beverage, nutrition, lifestyle and unique aspects of boutique and high volume foodservice. Food trucks that bring food to patrons where they live and work has become a part of everyday life. Today’s restaurant guests are more knowledgeable and food savvy than ever before.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 19, 2022

Menu engineering is a top-down approach to increasing revenue while Actual versus Theoretical (AvT) – tracking the difference between theoretical food costs and actual food costs – is a bottom-up approach to controlling costs. Theoretical (AvT) Variances to Control Food Costs. Prioritize Accurate Recipe Costing.

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Food Safety Tech

DECEMBER 8, 2024

Smart beverage packaging can create innovative customer experiences, reduce waste, improve safety and more. Todays packaging technologies can transform how customers and retailers interact with beverage products. Improved Customer Convenience Smart beverage packaging can drastically improve customer convenience.

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Lavu

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

This low profit margin can be attributed to the high overhead costs associated with running a restaurant, including rent, labor, food and beverage costs, and utilities, often account for a major chunk of your expenses, making it challenging to increase your restaurant profit margin. Their profit margins are around 6.5

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 14, 2021

Due to higher demand for off-premises dining, suppliers of disposable products have reported supply chain issues and have even run out of inventory –resulting in increased costs and price fluctuations. The quality of the packaging you chose should match the quality of the food you are serving. Secure Inventory and PPE.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Steady Online Ordering Brings Food Waste, Donations to the Forefront of Priorities Ordering food online increases restaurant sales, but it also can potentially increase wasted food if proactive measures aren’t taken – for both the business and consumers at home.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 30, 2020

In early March at Oracle's Food & Beverage conference held prior to the COVID-19 outbreak shutdown, Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine discussed the company's plans for products and services designed to help Mom and Pop restaurants with Chris Adams, VP of Strategy for Oracle F+B about their future plans in the above video.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 3, 2025

For restaurateurs, the message is clear: in 2025, your space is no longer just where food is prepared and served. Those that managed to hold on have faced mounting challenges, with 98 percent citing higher labor costs, 97 percent struggling with higher food costs, and 38 percent reporting they were not profitable last year.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 30, 2020

This edition of MRM Research Roundup features top trends for 2020, how 2020 changed food and the year's top wines. Moreover, it highlights the ingenuity of restaurants in pivoting their business models to leverage low-risk options, like ghost kitchens and pop-ups, and creating new customer experiences, both on- and off-premise.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 2, 2021

When thinking about the future of the dining experience post COVID, it is easy to get caught focusing on things like digital only self-service, sci-fi-like drone food delivery and taking pills or shakes instead of food. These opportunities not only increase cheque size but also provide a much better customer experience.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 21, 2022

This will manifest itself in several ways, such as informing robotics in the kitchen for food preparation, in addition to kitchen display systems (KDS) as restaurants kitchens seek to improve efficiency and better optimize for enhance prep station capacity management. – Chris Adams, VP of Strategy, Oracle Food and Beverage. "As

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 21, 2023

BrewLogix sees consumers of craft beverages moving from a “consumption creates the experience” mindset to an “experience creates consumption” mindset. Craft beverage consumers have evolved. They look for experiences that include craft beverages rather than viewing consumption as the end game.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 2, 2024

And while automation and robotics can help streamline some elements of operations, in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, there's a newfound appreciation for human connection and dining experiences. Beyond the realm of food, a similar shift has occurred with electric cars.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 14, 2021

These challenges pose the potential for inventory constraints, menu price increases, delays in service and more, impacting not only the hours restaurants can stay open but also the capacity at which they can operate. And of course, fair enough, raise prices – because you're not just food anymore.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 21, 2020

The news may raise concerns for both customers and operators alike because it’s no secret just how contagious COVID-19 can be in public places. With less inventory and even fewer customers coming in, we recommend that you widen your margins and revamp your offerings. Postermywall food delivery poster.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

Over the next decade, a generation passionate about health and wellness will demand restaurants be transparent about food from farm to table. Guests will expect to know every aspect of sourcing and meal preparation, which will disrupt traditional back-of-house systems with technology that connects the farm to the food.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 14, 2020

US Foods Holding Corp. "With colder weather setting in and new restrictions going into effect across the country, our ongoing commitment to helping restaurant operators adapt during the pandemic has never been more important," said Jim Osborne, senior vice president of customer strategy and innovation at US Foods. "Our

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Chef's Deal

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Cold beverage dispensers specialize in storing and dispensing cold beverages such as juice, slushies, iced tea, lemonade, and similar drinks with built-in refrigeration systems, several hoppers, and user-friendly designs. In addition to their operational functions, cold beverage dispensers are great display tools.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 8, 2024

Lars recognizes the importance of convenience in the restaurant industry, but believes that elevated experience is key. – Lars Kristiansen , VP Food and Beverage of Oasis Marinas Next year, although getting better, I anticipate continued labor shortages to persist, impacting management, the kitchen and front of house.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 28, 2024

“Both full-service and fast food restaurant customers are skewing a bit more toward higher income levels and college graduates,” says Forrest Morgeson, Associate Professor of Marketing at Michigan State University and Director of Research Emeritus at the ACSI. Chains affected include McDonald’s (visits down ~2.5

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 3, 2024

For example, the adoption of voice ordering through AI-powered technologies has proven the power of AI to help operators navigate today’s labor constraints, but also enhance customer experience through speedy service, tailored recommendations and lessening the chance of human error in the order-taking process.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 31, 2019

They touched on topics such as delivery, ghost (dark) kitchens, automation, plant-based menu items, food waste, sustainability, staffing and retention and more. The economic model makes more sense than traditional brick and mortar so many food businesses are moving in this direction. FAT Brands Chairman and CEO Andy Wiederhorn.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 19, 2023

We’ve seen how robotics can improve not only the customer experience, but the employee experience. One of our biggest restaurant customers, Kura Sushi, has been ahead of the curve with its technological solutions. . – Joe Hand Jr., Those two items were key in growing our business and maintaining good margins.

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Chef's Deal

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Food display cases are commercial units designed to showcase and preserve food items in food service and retail environments. Proper food presentation is crucial as it attracts customers, increases sales, and creates an organized environment.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

While many operators struggled to keep expenses – particularly food and labor costs – under control, they also observed an increase in guest traffic and in profit margins, in part due to strong takeout and delivery sales. AI usage has also skyrocketed, primarily in the back-of-house.

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Lavu

MARCH 11, 2020

Whether you are looking for effective inventory management software or just a POS system for your business, restaurant management software is something you cannot afford to miss. They come with tools used to track inventory, restaurant orders, payroll, and analytics. This includes inventory needs, sales, employee turnover, and more.

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FMT Magazine

MARCH 15, 2024

stands out for its innovative approach with its seamless blend of technology and consumer experience. Let’s explore Vendekin’s journey, focusing on its day-to-day operations, customer-centric approach, flexibility for Brands, and commitment to staying ahead in a tech-driven world.

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FMT Magazine

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Available in a variety of sizes for hot and cold beverages, including soups, and ideal for both on-site and takeaway requirements, the Berry Cup Range combines reusability with a premium quality feel and high-impact branding opportunities. It also ensures efficient cup maintenance through wash cycle tracking and inventory management.

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FMT Magazine

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024

Financial Losses: Increased costs due to production delays, wasted inventory, and missed revenue opportunities. By embracing digital printing, FMCG brands can gain a competitive edge, meet the demands of a dynamic market, and deliver exceptional customer experiences. Ready to make a change? Contact us today!

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Bevspot

JULY 29, 2015

Chris: Having the extra time as well as the historical insights into our inventory allowed a strong grasp on how to better cater to Lincoln’s customer base. Even the most popular restaurants hit lulls and it’s important to have the time to work with the team on marketing promotions that drive more customers during slower times.

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Bevspot

JULY 29, 2015

Even the most popular restaurants hit lulls and it’s important to have the time to work with the team on marketing promotions that drive more customers during slower times. Deals and theme nights are a great way to do this, and not spending so many hours on inventory gave us the flexibility to organize and execute on these ideas.

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Culinary Digital

MARCH 20, 2024

A streamlined menu is the cornerstone of efficiency in the onboarding process within a food service establishment. The outcome is that new servers can quickly offer a level of service that aligns seamlessly with the company standards, enhancing the overall customer experience.

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Total Food Service

AUGUST 2, 2023

They use their smartphones for everything from discovering new restaurants, reading reviews, making reservations, and ordering food. They can also use technology to personalize the customer service experience, such as through personalized greetings or recommendations based on past orders.

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Lavu

MARCH 23, 2020

With narrow margins, unpredictable crowds, and new trends such as delivery services, it is critical to provide customers a variety of dining opportunities, like hosting events. Since most people want food at their event, it really is a win-win situation. Wow them with your food and customer service, and you’ve gained a repeat customer.

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