Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 26, 2024

The popularity of drive-thru continues as sales are up 30 percent since 2019. But what do customers want from the drive-thru experience and how can QSRs better meet those needs? How will the drive-thru change in the coming years? To learn how brands can improve the drive-thru experience for their guests and their team, Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine reached out to Kevin Jones, VP of QSR and Hospitality at Mood Media, who has a proven record in sales and account management revenue gr

Customer Experience 147

Customer Experience Inventory Restaurant Management Restaurant Manager 147

Food Safety Magazine

JUNE 26, 2024

The Move to -15 °C—an industry effort to lower frozen food storage and transportation temperature standards—is gaining steam. The group says a 3 °C reduction would significantly increase environmental sustainability without compromising food safety.

Food Storage 109

Food Storage Food Safety 109

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 26, 2024

While maybe less cute than National Pet Day (4/11) and less tasty than National Cheeseburger Day (9/18), National Insurance Day on June 28 encourages businesses to review their policies to ensure financial success and safety for all involved. Ahead of the holiday, Society Insurance has put together six low-lift things restaurant business owners can do on June 28 (or year-round) to make sure they’re in a good spot against common insurance claims.

100

100

Foodservice Equipment Reports

JUNE 26, 2024

CFESA has spring scholarships available for service technicians as well as those who support them. To be eligible, applicants must: be at least 17 years old, have obtained (or are working toward obtaining) a high school diploma or equivalent and be interested in pursuing a job in (or currently be employed in) the commercial foodservice equipment service industry.

105

105

Fast Casual

JUNE 26, 2024

It's a mistake to build catering around the classical solutions of POS systems. Instead, operators must become light-food manufacturers.

Catering 115

Catering Catering 115

Culinary Services Group

JUNE 26, 2024

Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) play a huge role in creating a sense of belonging for older adults who reside in long-term care communities more now than ever since DEI efforts are all about recognizing and appreciating their unique cultural experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds. As we age, our connection to our cultural heritage and personal identities only grows more important.

Senior Living 77

Senior Living Food Service Management Food Service Manager Food Service 77

FoodService Director

JUNE 26, 2024

Child Nutrition Director Jessica Shelly shares how she and her team plan to implement the new standards over the coming years and her advice to fellow operators on how to embrace the new regulations.

School Nutrition 80

School Nutrition Nutrition Food Service Food Service 80

Forward Fooding

JUNE 26, 2024

The FoodTech industry is a rapidly changing landscape, marked by continuous progress and innovation year after year. As part of our Global Unveiling 2023 FoodTech 500 Tour , we collaborated with Norrsken Barcelona & Damm to host our last stop of the Tour! The FoodTech500 In the ever-evolving realm of FoodTech innovation, Forward Fooding’s FoodTech 500 is a prominent platform celebrating the most groundbreaking AgriFoodTech companies worldwide.

Food and Beverage 59

Food and Beverage Food and Beverage Nutrition Food Technology 59

FoodService Director

JUNE 26, 2024

As operators work hard to provide menu variety without maxing labor, innovative, versatile ingredients such as ready-to-bake cornbread batter can provide helpful solutions across the menu.

75

75

Hospitality Net

JUNE 26, 2024

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the expansion of Hyatt’s brand presence in New Orleans with Maison Métier (formerly Maison de la Luz) and The Barnett (formerly Ace Hotel New Orleans), which have joined the Hyatt portfolio as affiliated hotels. The hotels are expected to join Hyatt’s Independent Collection of brands and participate in the World of Hyatt loyalty program this year.

Hospitality 59

Hospitality Hospitality 59

FoodService Director

JUNE 26, 2024

Fresh produce, farm tours and more await Memphis-Shelby County students this summer thanks to the food service provider's summer meal program.

Food Service 88

Food Service Food Service 88

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. As a mother of two, I know firsthand how much parents pay annually to support the travel-team circuit and I’ve experienced the pain points when dealing with hotels.

Catering 59

Catering Catering Hospitality Hospitality 59

Foodservice Equipment Reports

JUNE 26, 2024

This month, Bloomington, Minn.-based General Parts Group opened a new commercial kitchen equipment training center that it’s calling “Training Unlimited.” The center will host an eight-week, hands-on course—melding field experience and classroom training—for its new hires.

Commercial Kitchen 52

Commercial Kitchen Kitchen Equipment 52

Hospitality Net

JUNE 26, 2024

In today’s ultra-competitive job market, top talent is in high demand. The best employees have their pick of opportunities, making it more challenging than ever for companies to attract and retain star performers.

59

59

Foodservice Equipment Reports

JUNE 26, 2024

Maria Mann, who has been with Polar Leasing Co. since February 2023, has been promoted to serve as a transportation and logistics coordinator. In the role, Mann will be responsible for overseeing the coordination and management of walk-in unit deliveries.

52

52

Food Safety Magazine

JUNE 26, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has sent a warning letter to Bimbo Bakeries USA Inc. for listing “contains” statements for major food allergens on the labels of products that do not actually contain the listed allergens. The warning letter follows an FDA statement denouncing a trend of food manufacturers attempting to circumvent allergen cross-contamination requirements by exploiting loopholes around “may contain” label statements.

FDA 52

FDA 52

LTI, Inc.

JUNE 26, 2024

News | June 26, 2024 Jonesboro, GA – June 26, 2024 – LTI, Inc., leading manufacturer and designer of modular and custom serving systems, advanced technologies and decor, is thrilled to announce its upcoming feature on the documentary series “Viewpoint,” hosted by Dennis Quaid. This special segment will be distributed to Public Television affiliates the week of July 15, with specific air dates and times determined by the network programmers and affiliate stations.

Cafeteria 52

Cafeteria School Nutrition Nutrition 52

Foodservice Equipment Reports

JUNE 26, 2024

Commercial kitchen ventilation systems are the unsung heroes of the kitchen. The exhaust hood, makeup air system and HVAC unit all work together to keep the kitchen environment comfortable by removing grease, smoke and heat from the atmosphere.

Commercial Kitchen 52

Commercial Kitchen 52

Food Safety Magazine

JUNE 26, 2024

June 26, 2024 commemorates 50 years since the monumental debut of the first Universal Product Code (UPC) barcode scan. While the UPC has endured for 50 years, new two-dimensional (2D) barcodes, such as QR codes powered by GS1, are emerging on product packaging with a range of benefits.

52

52

Foodservice Equipment Reports

JUNE 26, 2024

As many as 160 interns will participate in the 2024 Clark Summer Intern Program at Clark Associates. The interns come from 74 different colleges, universities and tech schools from all over the country, and the program will allow them to gain experience in a variety of business environments. Last year, the program saw participation from 138 individuals hailing from 59 schools.

52

52

Hospitality Net

JUNE 26, 2024

In response to the evolving needs of modern professionals, hotel and lifestyle brand citizenM is expanding its innovative membership program to include co-working benefits across its portfolio of 34 hotels (and counting) worldwide. Designed to serve the growing demand for flexible workspaces and on-the-go solutions, this initiative embodies citizenM’s commitment to fostering creativity and connection in the heart of urban landscapes.

52

52

Food Safety Magazine

JUNE 26, 2024

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety Inspection Service (USDA’s FSIS) has published an updated FSIS Guideline for Residue Prevention , replacing the 2013 version.

Food Safety 52

Food Safety 52

Hospitality Net

JUNE 26, 2024

Sports tourism, as it’s called, is one of the fastest-growing sectors in the travel industry, according to the United Nations World Tourism Organization. Hotel room rates on Super Bowl weekend soared 257% compared to 2023, the biggest year-over-year spike for a first-time host city in NFL history. According to hotel data and analytics firm STR, Southern Nevada’s 172,707 rooms (at 393 hotels) charged a record average of $768 from Feb. 9-11.

52

52

Food Safety Magazine

JUNE 26, 2024

This article discusses the significance of Salmonella in poultry and explores deep serotyping for improved Salmonella control in broiler operations.

52

52

Hospitality Net

JUNE 26, 2024

Cloud5 Communications, a leading provider of IT solutions and services for more than 5,000 hotels across the Americas, has been awarded Mitel Hospitality’s Partner of the Year Award for Hospitality. This marks the third consecutive year that the provider has earned this designation, and it serves as the latest example of Cloud5’s dedication to leading-edge technology, industry expertise, and customer service.

Hospitality 52

Hospitality Hospitality Customer Service Customer Service 52

Foodservice Equipment Reports

JUNE 26, 2024

Spaceman has appointed two manufacturers’ rep firms to enhance its regional presence in the U.S. Premier Foodservice Group will now represent Spaceman in MAFSI Regions 22 and 24, which cover Northern and Southern California and Nevada.

40

40

Hospitality Net

JUNE 26, 2024

Accor, a global leader in hospitality and a Premium Partner of Paris 2024, unveils its advertising campaign for the 2024 Paris Olympics. The campaign features a main film directed by Vincent Lobelle (Iconoclast), two short formats and a visual shot by Aurélien Chauvaud.

Hospitality 52

Hospitality Hospitality 52

Hospitality Net

JUNE 26, 2024

With one month until the start of the Summer Olympic Games, Paris hotel booking levels are nearing 80%, according to CoStar’s latest Forward STAR data. CoStar is a leading provider of online real estate marketplaces, information, and analytics in the property markets.

52

52

Hospitality Net

JUNE 26, 2024

Employee empowerment has always been a key operating principal for Meyer Jabara Hotels (MJH). To take its Journey culture to new heights this year and boost employee engagement, the owner and operator of 32 hotels has partnered with Beekeeper, the leading app for frontline teams. Beekeeper features an intelligent dashboard that connects property leaders and the corporate management team with all frontline employees to improve internal communication, support HR teams, and streamline business proc

52

52

Hospitality Net

JUNE 26, 2024

The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands is pleased to announce that it has partnered with renowned climate activist and Founder of Justice Environment Saad Amer. With expertise in environmental justice and experience as a United Nations consultant, Saad Amer joins the resort as its latest Sustainability Champion. He will spearhead a range of guest activations and educational initiatives aimed at highlighting the importance of climate action and environmental stewardship.

45

45

Hospitality Net

JUNE 26, 2024

With the Asia Pacific hotel market continuing to undergo structural change, hotel owners and operators are fine-tuning operational and branding strategies. Increased labour and utilities costs, limited new supply, and the prolonged peak of the interest rate cycle are among the driving factors.

Hospitality 40

Hospitality Hospitality 40