Managers have many responsibilities that encompass a wide range of tasks from managing staff, inventory, accounting, scheduling, and so much more. It might seem impossible to be a good manager to your employees and be successful in so many different roles, but there are ways to excel at the job, and today we will coverRead more
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We get it. Managing a restaurant is no easy task and it encompasses a wide variety of jobs that can feel never ending and overwhelming! Thanks to back-office software, much of that work can be done with higher efficiency and more accuracy, allowing managers to focus on other important areas. One of those areas isRead more
Even with more people aware of this hot topic and a push to do better, there still seems to be a lot of waste when it comes to the restaurant industry. According to the National Restaurant Association, 22-33 billion pounds of food is wasted each year. Full service restaurants, along with buffets, typically have moreRead more
If you have walked into any store recently, you have likely noticed all of the back to school gear lining the aisles and greeting you around every turn. If you haven’t been out lately, then it is very likely that you have seen the ads online that are constantly reminding us that a new seasonRead more
Customers today are stretched thin and many are choosing to eat at home instead of spending a large portion of their budget on dining out since it seems that restaurant prices have risen higher than grocery prices. Not only are grocery prices lower than restaurants, but many grocery stores are now offering pre-made meals thatRead more
Whether your restaurant has been around for decades and serves thousands of people each day, or is a brand new establishment that serves hundreds of people, the common ground of all restaurants are their similar monthly expenses. Here are some common monthly expenses that should be considered when opening a restaurant, and if you haveRead more
This year has already seen its fair share of natural disasters and hurricane season is now upon us. There is always the possibility of a natural disaster occuring. Depending on what part of the country you live in it might look a little different, but it is wise to always be prepared so your businessRead more
The Food Safety Modernization Act or FSMA was put in place in 2011 to help ensure that food safety is being held to higher standards and to have preventative measures in keeping food safe. Now, instead of responding once a food contamination incident has occurred, people can take action to prevent it from ever happeningRead more
The restaurant industry is a competitive field that is continually evolving. From new menu items to the technology that is being used to help operate and help run the business, there is always something new to learn. It is vital to adapt as new information and new trends surface so your business can also growRead more
Restaurants everywhere are finding themselves stuck between a rock and a hard place. Labor costs are up, ingredient costs are up, and basically, it feels like everything costs more. Raising menu prices is one of the first things many businesses turn to in order to balance out the costs and avoid moving into the red,Read more
