Food Safety Tech

JULY 22, 2024

The review in the July 2024 Journal of Food Protection , “Potential for Glove Risk Amplification via Direct Physical, Chemical, and Microbiological Contamination,” sheds light on critical issues within the glove manufacturing industry and their implications for food safety. As food industry executives and professionals, it is crucial to understand these challenges and implement effective strategies to mitigate glove risks.

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Restobiz

JULY 15, 2024

By Samantha Clark As the foodservice industry continues to change and evolve, modern payroll tools are transforming restaurants by streamlining operations, enhancing accuracy, and improving employee satisfaction. Traditional payroll methods in restaurants are not only time-consuming but are also prone to errors, leading to dissatisfaction among staff and administrative burdens for management.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 23, 2024

When we talk about the “restaurant of the future,” labor compliance isn’t exactly the flashiest or most exciting topic to include—certainly not when juxtaposed with salad-making robots and personalized digital menus. But beyond its legal necessity, ensuring compliance with employment laws is critical to shaping a better experience for employees and customers alike.

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Sculpture Hospitality

JULY 30, 2024

From crisp vegetables to perfectly aged steaks, the quality of your ingredients directly impacts the satisfaction of your customers. Today’s patrons want fresh dishes, and being the restaurant to serve them will keep them coming back for more.

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Wasserstrom

JULY 24, 2024

The topic of inclusion is now at the forefront of American discourse. Yet we have overlooked, forgotten, or were completely unaware of one population: the millions of people with disabilities that are not able to use standard public restrooms. Imagine a child not being able to go on field trips with their classmates, because the […] The post Adult Changing Stations Are a Necessity for Inclusive Public Buildings appeared first on The Official Wasserstrom Blog.

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Hospitality Net

JULY 15, 2024

In today’s dynamic world of cloud computing and enterprise solutions, Oracle has established itself as a leader by integrating advanced technologies to boost business operations across various industries. Let’s look at the applications of Oracle Hospitality, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, and Fusion within the broader framework of Oracle’s enterprise solutions, and highlight how these platforms deliver robust, AI-enhanced functionalities, driving efficiency and growth in the hospitality industry a

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Restobiz

JULY 29, 2024

With patio season in full swing, it’s important to make the most of the opportunity to see higher revenues before the colder weather arrives. Filling those patio seats can help you get ahead, bring in new customers, and develop relationships that will have guests visiting year-round. Operators leveraging technology can improve the outdoor dining experience, from […] The post Using technology to boost patio sales appeared first on Restobiz.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 29, 2024

Owners of bars, taverns, restaurants and other establishments serving alcohol kept a close eye on a case before the Supreme Court of Florida this year. At issue was a $28.6 million jury verdict against a bar awarded to a young woman catastrophically injured when she was hit by a pickup truck driven by an underage 20-year-old who had been drinking at the bar.

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Sculpture Hospitality

JULY 23, 2024

Are you excited by the allure of owning your own bar? The camaraderie, the creativity, and the chance to be the neighbourhood hangout is all pretty enticing.

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Fast Casual

JULY 9, 2024

To stay afloat amid rising prices of food and labor, restaurants must use inventory management systems, handhelds, loyalty programs, menu auditing, QR codes and other restaurant-specific technology.

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Foodservice Equipment Reports

JULY 1, 2024

Another AI pilot is spreading its wings. Taco John’s, a nearly 400-unit QSR, has been testing voice AI in the drive-thru of one of its Minnesota restaurants since April. In June, it announced it would add the tech to a second location, in Wyoming, by this August. After completing the pilot phase, Taco John’s says it intends to roll out voice AI at its franchised locations this year.

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Food Safety Magazine

JULY 23, 2024

In a new scientific opinion, the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) warns that antimicrobial resistance (AMR) to critical antibiotics is increasing in some Vibrio species, and that the prevalence of the pathogen is expected to increase globally due to climate change.

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Restobiz

JULY 3, 2024

By Madan Kanala Today’s cutting-edge technology solutions, such as IoT-based automated equipment monitoring systems, offers significant advantages against the competition. These solutions enable real-time monitoring of critical equipment, provide predictive maintenance insights, and streamline operational processes to improve efficiency and provide cost savings.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 30, 2024

Restaurants receive huge amounts of feedback from customers — in survey responses, via social media, on review sites, and more. This unstructured feedback — text responses about your restaurant — holds valuable insights into what’s going right or wrong at your locations, all of which drives repeat visitors, retention, and loyalty.

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Food Safety Tech

JULY 13, 2024

The produce industry handles an estimated six billion cases of produce in the U.S. each year. [i] Because a significant portion of this produce travels through the supply chain to reach customers, many produce companies already have traceability program in place. With the finalization of the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Final Rule: Requirements for Additional Traceability Records for Certain Foods [ii] (Food Traceability Rule), the question is whether

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Fast Casual

JULY 10, 2024

Truly Pizza brings something to the Dana Point, California area that hasn't been seen yet -- a focus on upscale, signature pizza in a warm, inviting atmosphere that was built from the ground up.

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Hospitality Net

JULY 17, 2024

Booking.com recently dropped the price parity clause in the European Union. This move has caused a wave of questions and uncertainty in the hotel industry. How will the platform respond to hotels that decide to offer lower rates on their own websites to promote direct sales? The answer could redefine the relationship between OTAs and hotels, creating a scenario full of opportunities and challenges.

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Food Safety Magazine

JULY 23, 2024

The Think Tank on the Future of Food Safety Auditing was formed in response to an urgent need for innovation in food safety auditing. Based on the insights and recommendations from the Think Tank, industry must embrace transformative change in food safety auditing practices, as discussed in a recently released whitepaper.

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Restobiz

JULY 31, 2024

By Adoniram Sides It’s no secret that the restaurant industry has some of the highest employee turnover statistics across all industries in Canada. While that’s been the norm for quite some time, the industry continues to suffer from elevated levels of turnover in a post-pandemic world. Restaurants are already struggling with maintaining narrow profit margins […] The post Using technology to lower employee turnover in hospitality appeared first on Restobiz.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 22, 2024

Imagine your wait staff getting your restaurant ready for the day when the heat index outside exceeds 100 degrees. The temperature is so oppressive that employees immediately crank up all the air conditioning units. An hour later, when sweltering guests crowd in, your team is too distracted to turn some units down. High electric bills and wasted energy are the last things on their minds.

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Foodservice Equipment Reports

JULY 29, 2024

CFS Brands has added Araven Hospitality-Foodservice, a supplier of smallwares and supplies to the foodservice industry, to its portfolio. In a July 29 announcement, CFS describes Araven as a leading brand in the European market, with its headquarters and primary distribution center in Zaragoza, Spain.

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Fast Casual

JULY 31, 2024

Eran Hollander, chief product officer of HungerRush, reveals how the right restaurant POS system will optimize efficiency and profitability and increase customer satisfaction.

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Hospitality Net

JULY 19, 2024

The hospitality industry, particularly the resort sector, is on the cusp of significant transformations. Over the next decade, technological advancements, changing consumer preferences, and a heightened focus on sustainability will redefine the landscape of resorts. This article delves into the key trends and predictions shaping the future of resorts, offering insights into what guests and industry stakeholders can expect in the coming years.

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Food Safety Magazine

JULY 2, 2024

Certain components of the food safety plan, like preventive maintenance and environmental monitoring, can benefit from the predictive characteristics of AI; however, the quality of the data fed into the system is critical.

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FoodService Director

JULY 25, 2024

Assistant Director of Food and Nutrition Services Casey Dickinson spoke at ANC 2024 on how she partnered with a local farmers market to set up a summer meals site for kids, serving smoothies, salads, wraps, tacos and more.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 19, 2024

Google’s I/O Conference on May 14th proves they’re taking generative AI seriously. In addition to the introduction of Gemini this year, they’ve also developed a range of AI features that will be integrated into standard Google searches. With Google committing to the AI project, the technology is likely to advance quickly and will present significant opportunities for business owners who are able to get ahead of the curve.

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Foodservice Equipment Reports

JULY 25, 2024

Insinger Machine Co. is announcing the passing of its chairman, Robert A. Cantor, who was at the helm for nearly four decades. He was a fourth-generation executive leader.

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Fast Casual

JULY 24, 2024

Mike Schwartz, SVP of Member Value for IFMA, breaks down the FSMA 204, which requires that by January 2026, companies involved in the food supply chain must maintain detailed records of food traceability to improve food safety and expedite the response to foodborne illness outbreaks.

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Hospitality Net

JULY 18, 2024

The Craddock Terry Hotel, an award winning boutique hotel located in the heart of Lynchburg, is thrilled to announce the relaunch of their signature restaurant, Shoemakers American Grille. This Sophisticated American Grille is launching its new dinner and drink menus. The culinary focus is on fresh and light cuisine, curated by the new Executive Chef Ray Garrow, pairing perfectly with the new cocktail menu.

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Food Safety Magazine

JULY 29, 2024

USDA-FSIS has published its regulatory framework for Salmonella in raw poultry products, setting an enforceable final product standard for the pathogen that focuses on serotypes of public health significance. The framework also establishes new requirements for sampling and verification, as well as process control.

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FoodService Director

JULY 8, 2024

A new study by the USDA’s Economic Research Service showed lower rates of food insufficiency among children located in states with universal free school meal programs compared to those in states that have no such program in place.

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