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How to Hire Gen Z for Your Restaurant

Modern Restaurant Management

Restaurant operators listen up: by 2025, Gen Z and Millennials will outnumber all other generations in the workforce by 18 million. If your "Help Wanted" sign and job board posts aren't cutting it anymore, there's a good reason why. Think about your last round of hiring. You probably received a decent volume of applications, you spent money boosting the ads, yet you’re left still looking for quality.

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Marcone Appoints Chief Commercial Officer

Foodservice Equipment Reports

Marcone Group, a North American distributor of appliance, HVAC, plumbing, commercial kitchen, and pool and spa parts and equipment, announced that Phil Mause has joined its leadership team as chief commercial officer. In this newly created role, Mause will manage growth through Marcone’s sales and marketing efforts.

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Bunting: Mastering the Detection of Metal Contamination in Food

FMT Magazine

In conversation with Bradley Greenwood, Sales Manager, Bunting, he discusses the advanced techniques to detect and combat metal contamination in food, Buntings role in the same, and their plans for the future. Question- How has Buntings navigation of the Food & Beverage Industry been so far and what gaps did you notice in the Industry? The manufacturing of food products involves many stages of processing.

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Prioritizing People in Food Service: A Guide to Building a Healthy and Productive Kitchen Environment

Culinary Services Group

Over the past five years, culinary leaders in community settings have been pressured to increase staffing, reduce burnout, improve hiring practices, comply with health and safety standards, and more. You name itits probably changed since COVID-19 altered how kitchens operate, especially in senior living. Now, in a world where many senior living staff are also burnt out from taking on new responsibilities (some outside of their experience and comfort zone) to get the job done, people who genuinel

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Food & Beverage Industry Report 2024

Driven by a diverse and exciting ecosystem of passionate, ambitious, and often young entrepreneurs, the Food & Beverage (F&B) sector is a highly competitive environment full of immense challenges and exciting opportunities. Expert Market’s 2024 industry report, sponsored by Toast, is informed by a survey of 522 U.S. food and beverage professionals, from restaurant owners to food service managers, providing insights into the real-time challenges and opportunities within the industry.

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Unlocking the Trend of Hybrid Snacking and Permissible Indulgence

FMT Magazine

Visiting any gourmet food store or airport in a major Indian city reveals a striking transformation in the snack aisle. Rows of elegantly packaged trail mixes, flavoured nuts , gourmet chocolates and exotic dried fruits reflect a growing demand for snacks that balance indulgence with health. These premium offerings, often labelled with buzzwords like “protein-packed,” “gluten-free” and “guilt-free,” highlight the emergence of hybrid snacking and permissible in

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From pre-packaged to scratch-made: breakfast offerings get an upgrade at Little Lake City School District

Food Management

Students are now enjoying a handful of scratch made breakfast options including ham and cheese croissants and breakfast burritos.

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Chaga White Russian

Food Management

We think the Big Lebowski would approve of this chaga tincture-spiked version of the White Russian from North Spore.

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Innovative Intelligent French Fry Robotic Solution

The Restaurant Warehouse

Atosa USA, Inc. is excited to announce that their innovative Intelligent French Fry Robotic Solution has been chosen as one of the distinguished recipients of the renowned 2023 Kitchen Innovations (KI) Awards. This recognition highlights the product's inventive approach to addressing labor shortages in the food service industry. The Intelligent French Fry Robotic Solution will be prominently featured at The National Restaurant Association Show, which will take place from May 20-23 at McCormick P

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Lion's Mane Citrus Smash

Food Management

A sparkly mocktail created at urban mushroom farm North Spore, this is sure to jumpstart your vision quest for the new year.

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The FoodTech 500 Alumni News Round-up (January 16 – February 12 Edition)

Forward Fooding

Check out what some of the FoodTech 500 Alumni have been up to lately: SOLAR FOODS | P artnered with Italian algae startup KelpEat to use its Solein microbial protein in the latters new protein crackers, in combination with EU-farmed seaweed. The snacks contain over 35% protein plus essential nutrients like B12 and magnesium, launching at Florence’s Pitti Taste food fair before entering the U.S. market.

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Top Questions to Ask When Selecting Your Food Safety Consultant

Food Safety Tech

In the dynamic and complex food industry landscape, the role of a food safety consultant is crucial. They provide expert guidance, advice, and assistance to ensure food safety, hygiene, and compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements. Below are essential inquiries to ask your food safety consultant to ensure optimal results and mitigate potential risks and challenges.

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Recipe report: Feel-good drinks and meals that boost immunity, blast inflammation and taste great, too

Food Management

It's next-level hospitality to give the meals you serve an added boost of wellness with of-the-moment ingredients like chaga or lion's mane mushrooms, tried-and-true stars like salmon, citrus or dark chocolate.

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House Bill Aims to Block USDA From Implementing Stricter Standards for Salmonella in Raw Poultry

Food Safety Magazine

A partisan House bill sponsored by U.S. Representatives Tracey Mann (R-KS) and Steve Womack (R-AK) aims to block USDA from using federal funds to implement its proposed regulatory framework for Salmonella in raw poultry products, the goal of which is to reduce foodborne salmonellosis cases.

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Srinagar Authorities Intensify Enforcement of FSSAI Regulations Among Eateries

FMT Magazine

The Deputy Commissioner (DC) of Srinagar, Dr. Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat, made a bold decision to uphold food safety standards. He directed the conduct of rigorous inspections of local eateries. Recently, Assistant Commissioner of Food Safety Srinagar, Yamin ul Nabi, targeted Jehangir Chowk, Hari Singh High Street, and surrounding markets. They primarily want to make sure that their targeted area is complying with the Food Safety and Standards Act.

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Great Lakes Hotel Supply Taps Account Executive

Foodservice Equipment Reports

With over 20 years of experience in sales and customer service, Brent Niccore has joined Great Lakes Hotel Supply as account executive. Niccore, based in Denver, spent the past 21 years with TundraFMP, where he served in various roles, most recently as business development manager.

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POSHAN Abhiyaan and FSSAI’s ‘Eat Right School’ Initiative Promote Healthy Eating Among Children

FMT Magazine

Government-led initiatives like POSHAN Abhiyaan and FSSAIs Eat Right School program have come up with educational campaigns. Their focus is to educate children about healthy eating habits. This initiative is too crucial due to many obvious reasons, like increased ultra-processed food consumption and many health risks. POSHAN Abhiyaan will improve nutrition among children, adolescent girls, pregnant women, and lactating mothers.

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Quality, SQF, and the Importance of Changing Food Safety Behaviors

Food Safety Magazine

Which comes first: generating standard operating procedures (SOPs) to drive improvements in quality and food safety behavior, or improving behaviors and then generating the appropriate SOPs? Does the SQF/GFSI process drive the first approach or the second? The answer to both questions is: yes.

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Minister of State for Commerce and Industry inaugurates 1st Edition of Indusfood AgriTech & 4th Edition of Indusfood Manufacturing

FMT Magazine

The Indusfood platform highlights Indias growing expertise in cutting edge processing machinery, sustainable packaging solutions, and innovative food ingredients, aligning with global demands of quality and efficiency: Jitin Prasada 9 th January, New Delhi: The Minister of State for Commerce and Industry, Shri Jitin Prasada, inaugurated the 1 st Edition of Indusfood AgriTech and the 4 th Edition of Indusfood Manufacturing at Yashobhoomi, Dwarka, New Delhi today.

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Six Game-Changing AI Customer Service and CX Strategies

Hospitality Net

AI is reshaping customer service and customer experience faster than we could ever imagine. But some are getting it wrong. While everyones racing to implement AI, many are missing the most important part keeping the human element alive. Smart companies have found the balance between the human touch and the digital experience.

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Stoner's Pizza Joint CEO talks economy, that kitschy name

Fast Casual

Stoner's Pizza Joint CEO John Stetson talks to podcast host Mandy Detwiler about weathering the economy, competing in a saturated market and that eponymous name.

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We Want to Hear from You! Complete Our Survey & Win Prizes

AHF

Your voice matters! AHFs Annual Survey is now open, and we want to hear from you. This is your opportunity to share your insights, shape the future of our association, and guide the resources and tools we provide to better support you. By taking just 10 minutes , you can help us: Identify the tools and resources that matter most to you Shape AHFs future initiatives and priorities Inform strategic planning for our Board of Directors this spring Your Input = A Stronger AHF Your feedback plays a vi

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Biscuit Belly's secret ingredient: Single-shift success

Fast Casual

Biscuit Belly CEO Chad Coulter shares how the single-shift operational model promotes work-life balance for employees, reduces costs for franchisees and ensures high-quality service in the fast-casual dining industry.

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Safemark Recognized for Sustainability Achievements by EcoVadis

Hospitality Net

Safemark, a global leader in guest room safe solutions for the hospitality industry, is proud to announce its recognition by EcoVadis for its commitment to sustainability. Safemark has earned the Committed Badge from EcoVadis, reflecting its top-tier performance in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices. This acknowledgment reflects Safemarks ongoing dedication to integrate sustainable practices across its operations and its positive impact on the world.

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What Is the Best Way to Prevent Poor Food Safety? 6 Ways for Food Handlers

FoodDocs

Learn the 6 best ways to prevent poor food safety that food handlers can start implementing today and discover tools to simply food safety management.

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PFAS in Food Packaging: What You Need To Know

Food Safety Magazine

This article examines the health risks of PFAS migration from food packaging, and how food and beverage companies can go about phasing out their use to comply with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations and state laws.

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10 Hospitality Trends Transforming the Digital Guest Journey

Hospitality Net

Guests have high expectations of their hotel stays. Seamless, self-service, hassle-free experiences have become a must-have and the savviest hotels meet these demands with technology. Providing exceptional services to your guests in person remains the bedrock of hospitality, but a stellar digital guest experience is now a cornerstone of the modern hotel stay.

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Cognitive Security, a Growing Concern for Food Safety: Part 3

Food Safety Magazine

Part 3 of this article series explores food safety and business cybersecurity (IT and OT), as well as cognitive security threat mitigation.

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Radisson Collection Hotel, Berlin opens as a new icon in the German capital

Hospitality Net

Radisson Collection Hotel, Berlin is now open, offering a new landmark in the heart of the vibrant Mitte district. With its historic location, world-class amenities, and the stunning "Living Tree" installation, this luxury-lifestyle hotel provides an exceptional experience for guests visiting one of the worlds most dynamic cities.

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Researchers Characterize Potential Toxicological, Allergenic Effects of Emerging Protein Sources

Food Safety Magazine

Researchers from Wageningen University and Research have characterized the toxicological effects and allergenic potential of emerging alternative protein sources in a recent review.

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TOP 10 actionable AV system trends to make you stand out

Hospitality Net

Hospitality operators strive to deliver the right atmosphere: its a core aim. Whether hotel lobby, bar, restaurant or club, you want your guests to feel comfortable and relaxed. You want them to want to be there, and to want to stay. And afterwards you want them to tell everyone how good it was, and to come back again.

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Natural Concentration with Flavourtech and Aquaporin

FMT Magazine

Flavourtech is a world leader in the development, design and manufacture of thin film, spinning cone technologies for dealcoholisation, aroma recovery , extraction and concentration. Headquartered in Australia, their unique technologies have been proven to deliver significant returns on investment through the recovery of superior flavours, extracts and concentrates , along with maintaining the natural characteristics of the raw material.

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Building (And Renovating) for the Future: Lessons from Another Year of ESG

Hospitality Net

At the end of last year, Highgate Hotels reached our goal to have 150 third-party eco-certified hotels by 2024. We also published our latest environmental and social governance (ESG) report, which details forward-thinking initiatives involving green concrete, reforestation and regenerative agriculture, and using leftover cooking oil for sustainable aviation fuel production.

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Organic Tattva : Processing the Organic Way!

FMT Magazine

In conversation with Rohit Mehrotra, CEO of Organic Tattva, he elaborates on their work with farms to process food organically, their food safety parameters, range of products, aims for the industry, and more. Q1. What are some of the trends that Organic Tattva have picked on from 2024? In 2024, we noticed an increasing awareness among consumers about adulteration of food and harmful effects of pesticides and chemicals.

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Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts Modernizes Premium Hospitality Experience across Key Americas Properties

Hospitality Net

Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts (Crowne Plaza) part of the IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) premium portfolio continues to roll out its bold upscale hospitality vision through recent renovations across several prominent Americas hotels. The latest projects align Crowne Plazas modernized offerings with guests emerging needs and reaffirm its standing as a leading brand at the intersection of professional and leisure travel.

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THE EUROPEAN ALMOND IS SUSTAINABLE FOOD

FMT Magazine

European Almond: Quality and Sustainability from the Iberian Peninsula to Conquer the Market A benchmark in agriculture with a low ecological footprint and high social impact, the almond sector in Spain and Portugal has consolidated its position as the world’s second largest producer and exporter of this nut. Its increasingly appreciated by the European industry due to the extraordinary organoleptic characteristics of its varieties, such as guara, soleta, belona, avijor-lauranne or penta.

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Growth Advisors International Network (GAIN) Announces Asia Pacific Leadership Team

Hospitality Net

Growth Advisors International Network (GAIN), the leading global travel, hospitality and MICE advisory firm for growth & innovation, is proud to announce the formation of its Asia Pacific Leadership Team. This initiative marks a significant expansion of GAINs commitment to delivering industry-leading expertise, strategic insights, and innovative solutions tailored to the dynamic APAC hospitality sector.