April, 2022

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Nearly 100 children in at least 7 countries suffering from Hepatitis from unknown cause

Bill Marler

Adenoviruses is one of the possible causes being investigated. According to the Jerusalem Post, 12 cases of hepatitis (liver inflammation) from an unexplained source have been reported in children at Shaare Zedek Medical Center and Schneider Children’s Medical Center for Israel, the Health Ministry announced on Tuesday night. Earlier this year, Britain reported an outbreak of unexplained hepatitis cases among children.

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How Restaurant Operators Can Defend Against Ransomware

Modern Restaurant Management

It’s a restaurant operator’s worst nightmare. You have stores full of patrons, and no way to collect their money because the POS system has been hijacked by ransomware. That’s how the McMenamins restaurant and hospitality chain closed out 2021, a banner year for ransomware attacks. The bad news is that according to most predictions , 2022 will be worse as gangs organize and focus on SMBs.

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What Is a POS System for a Restaurant?

Lavu

Historically, cash registers in restaurants served one purpose. They stored the payment customers handed over and provided change when needed. Over time, these registers became … What Is a POS System for a Restaurant? Read More ». The post What Is a POS System for a Restaurant? appeared first on iPad Point of Sale System for Restaurants, Bars & More.

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What is a Bar Inventory App? And 4 Reasons Why You Need One

Sculpture Hospitality

One of the most important steps in improving your bar’s profitability is to implement an effective bar inventory management program. The problem is, inventory management can be a bar manager’s worst nightmare.

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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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Preventing emerging food risks with the power of AI

Agroknow

Working in food safety for a major food manufacturing company means that you have to deal with unexpected supply chain risks often. About a month ago, at the 2022 GFSI Conference in Barcelona, I heard so many times that identifying emerging, mid- or long-term food risks is a difficult and laborious task for food safety professionals. Risk prevention is a complex mission with a very important goal.

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Your child should not get E. coli and kidney failure or die from eating a pizza

Bill Marler

Santé publique France reports that as of 13/04/2022, 53 confirmed cases have been identified, of which 51 are linked to O26 strains, and 2 to O103 strains. For 26 other cases of HUS and STEC infections notified to Public Health France, investigations are ongoing. These 53 cases occurred in 52 children and 1 adult, who presented symptoms between 01/18/2022 (week 3) and 03/16/2022 (week 11); for 1 adult, the date of onset of symptoms is under investigation.

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Key Benefits of Restaurant Loyalty Programs

Modern Restaurant Management

Being a business owner you must be aware that a repeat customer is better than a new customer. This is due to the reason that repeat customers tend to spend more money as compared to new customers. Therefore, if a business can retain its customers, it can easily boost the profits by 95%. However, for today’s businesses, retaining customers is not that easier.

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5 Easy Ways to Speed Up Service at a Short-Staffed Restaurant

Lavu

One of the biggest struggles facing restaurateurs right now is running a short-staffed restaurant. Many restaurants don’t have enough people to serve customers and quickly … 5 Easy Ways to Speed Up Service at a Short-Staffed Restaurant Read More ». The post 5 Easy Ways to Speed Up Service at a Short-Staffed Restaurant appeared first on iPad Point of Sale System for Restaurants, Bars & More.

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How Often Should You Perform Restaurant Inventory Counts?

Sculpture Hospitality

When it comes to restaurant inventory , there is often discussion about whether doing inventory weekly or monthly is better. While there are some businesses in different industries that may be able to do a monthly, or even annual inventory count, this is not recommended for restaurants.

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Commercial Bakery Equipment: Top 10 Must-Have Items

Riddhi Display

Baking is an art form. And, like any other creative form, it needs the use of the proper instruments in order to succeed. Hunting for the right kitchen equipment from the best bakery equipment manufacturers, on the other hand, will be tough. However, along with hiring excellent bakers, locating a decent site, and managing finance, another crucial thing to consider when starting a commercial bakery business is the necessary commercial bakery equipment.

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Customer Feedback: The Fine Line Between “Caring” and “Providing Care”

Culinary Digital

When it comes to choosing a hospital or residential care facility, one of the last things patients or residents consider (if at all) is whether the facility has great food. Yet, their three-square-meals is one of the most important aspects of their day. A fulfilling, well-prepared meal can completely change their perspective of their surroundings, taking them from a “facility” to a 5-star restaurant, or even a home-like setting.

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At least 210 sickened worldwide by Kinder Chocolate tainted with Salmonella

Bill Marler

United Kingdom and France have most illnesses to date. As of 04/22/22, According to EU health officials : The outbreak is characterized by an unusually high proportion of children being hospitalized, some with severe clinical symptoms such as bloody diarrhea. Based on interviews with patients and initial analytical epidemiological studies, specific chocolate products (Kinder) have been identified as the likely route of infection.

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Leveraging POS Systems to Future-Proof Your Restaurant and Maximize Profits

Modern Restaurant Management

As the impact of the pandemic continues, restaurants face constant and evolving operational challenges. At the end of 2021, four out of five restaurants reported facing a staffing shortage due to reduced operating hours and dining capacity. A fragmented supply chain is also increasing ingredient costs, leading restaurants to balance staff churn with a changing menu to keep revenue consistent.

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What Is the Value or ROI of a Food Service Management System

JAMIX

Chef Ron DeSantis, CMCDirector National Accounts One of the challenges for the Jamix sales team is to help a potential customer realize the value, or ROI, of Jamix Kitchen Intelligence System. In many instances a potential customer will scroll to the *bottom line* of a quote, look at the figure and think, “I can’t afford … Continue reading What Is the Value or ROI of a Food Service Management System → The post What Is the Value or ROI of a Food Service Management System appeared firs

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Manual Vs. Computerized Restaurant Inventory: What’s Best?

Sculpture Hospitality

Taking restaurant inventory gives you better oversight over your food and beverage stock levels, helps forecast future demand and reduces food and beverage waste. In essence, well managed inventory makes your business more profitable.

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How to Choose the Best Commercial Refrigeration System

Riddhi Display

Commercial refrigeration will be critical if you want your restaurant or grocery store to run as efficiently as possible. Consider the size of your company, the design you choose, and the number of divisions incorporated into your refrigerator. Continue reading for advice on selecting the aptest commercial refrigeration equipment for your company. Considering Your Size The size of your equipment is one of the essential factors of commercial refrigeration.

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What You Didn’t Know About Restaurant Supplies

Lit Supply

The restaurant industry is a multi-billion dollar industry. According to statistics on Fortune.com, over 110,000 eating and drinking places were shut down in 2020. This means that the restaurant industry is a competitive field. If you’re looking to open your restaurant, it’s important to equip yourself with the right knowledge. Here are some of the things you need to know about restaurant supplies. 1.

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DeLauro Shares Whistleblower Report, Contaminated Infant Formula Led to Hospitalizations and Deaths

Bill Marler

Thank goodness for Rosa. House Appropriations Committee Chair Rosa DeLauro (D-CT-03) today submitted for the record a report acquired from a whistleblower who worked at the Abbott facility which produces infant formula recalled by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in February. Chair DeLauro spoke about the report at the Fiscal Year 2023 Budget Request for the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) hearing.

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Could the Automat Revival Solve Restaurant Staffing Issues?

Modern Restaurant Management

Horn & Hardart gave us a vision of what it means to have a working vending machine with practical utility. The 1950s saw the birth of the first idealized vending machine , an enormous construction made of metal and glass that served thousands of city-dwellers each day and night. No waiters, just steaming plates and a glass door that's opened by a coin.

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What Is the Value or ROI of a Food Service Management System

JAMIX

Chef Ron DeSantis, CMCDirector National Accounts One of the challenges for the Jamix sales team is to help a potential customer realize the value, or ROI, of Jamix Kitchen Intelligence System. In many instances a potential customer will scroll to the *bottom line* of a quote, look at the figure and think, “I can’t afford … Continue reading What Is the Value or ROI of a Food Service Management System → The post What Is the Value or ROI of a Food Service Management System appeared firs

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5 Ways To Improve Your Restaurant’s Food Inventory Management

Sculpture Hospitality

Food inventory management is a critical part of your restaurant operations. It helps reduce food loss and the associated increase in the cost of goods sold.

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How To Increase Coffee Shop Sales (6 Successful strategies)

Lithos POS

The coffee production industry is worth $11.6bn by 2022 in the US. It’s been shown that the coffee production industry is growing faster than the manufacturing industry. The rise of the coffee shop industry also makes high competition. It can be challenging to run a successful coffee shop in this market condition. The coffee shop business failure rate is 80% within 2 years. lack of a marketing plan or strategy is one of the reasons to face failure.

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4 Advantages of Vending Machines in Schools

American Dining Creations

You want your students to develop healthy lifestyle habits so they will go on to be healthy adults. Their choices in snacks and beverages now could impact the rest of their lives. This is why it’s essential to promote healthy snacks while providing access to food at your school. The Benefits of Having Vending Machines in Schools When it comes to placing vending machines in schools, statistics show that the advantages outweigh the drawbacks.

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Norovirus Oyster update – now 431 sick in Canada and the United States

Bill Marler

Canada reports : As of April 8, 2022, there have been 328 cases of norovirus and gastrointestinal illness linked to consumption of British Columbia oysters reported in the following provinces: British Columbia (293), Alberta (3), Saskatchewan (1), Manitoba (15) and Ontario (16). Individuals became sick between mid-January and early April 2022, and no deaths have been reported.

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How to Manage the Mother’s Day Rush at Your Restaurant

Modern Restaurant Management

With May fast approaching, it’s time to start thinking about Mother’s day at your restaurant. As you may know, Mother’s day is one of the busiest days for full-service restaurants, often resulting in huge crowds, long wait times, and an overwhelmed staff. If you aren’t prepared for the huge rush, customers may grow impatient, leave bad reviews, and be reluctant to return in the future.

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131: Getting to the Heart of the Matter

Eating at a Meeting

In this special 2-part episode to kick off American Heart Month and Black History Month, Tracy is chatting with Valda Ford, a Registered Nurse and Public Health expert and Chef Author Jennifer Hill Booker. In the first 30 minutes, Tracy and Valda are going to talk about how and why she works tirelessly to find answers to complex questions if it will enable some person or some group to have a better experience - especially one that enhances their quality of life or access to care.

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Is Owning a Franchise Worth it? 5 Reasons Why Now is the Perfect Time

Sculpture Hospitality

Are you looking for a way to be your own boss, achieve a better work-life balance, and set your own hours? Then owning a franchise might be the best option for you.

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How Risky Are Birds to Produce Safety?

MSU Agrifood Safety Produce Bites

In this episode, you'll hear from Olivia Smith, a postdoctoral researcher at Michigan State University, and Phil Tocco, an MSU Extension Educator. They discuss the factors that influence the relative risk of birds to food safety. Additional Resources Articles Published in Scientific Journals: Complex landscapes stabilize farm bird communities and their expected ecosystem services Are we overestimating risk of enteric pathogen spillover from wild birds to humans?

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Another year, another continent, more horribly sick kids and the same E. coli

Bill Marler

53 confirmed and 26 suspected cases so far – there have been 2 deaths, but that is from update last week. I was reading (using Google Translate) Florence Méréo’s article – Bactérie E.coli : avant les pizzas Buitoni, Nestlé avait déjà été empêtré dans un scandale sanitaire – and could not help cringing about the injuries of the victims and the similarities for another Nestlé problem over a decade ago.

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Over 100 French children sickened by Salmonella tainted Chocolate or E. coli tainted Pizza

Bill Marler

Salmonella Chocolate: According to Sante Publique reports , as of 04/27/2022 : 59 cases of salmonellosis with a strain belonging to the epidemic, Salmonella Typhimurium, have been identified by the National Reference Center (CNR) for salmonella at the Institute Pasteur in France. The 59 cases are spread over 11 regions (Ile-de-France (11 cases), Grand-Est (10 cases), Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur (9 cases), Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes (7 cases), Hauts-de-France (6 cases), Bourgogne-Franche-Comté (4 cases)