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If your restaurant has not already jumped on the accounting and payroll automation train, it’s time to catch up and jump on! There are so many benefits, and we would dare to argue zero setbacks to getting this set up in your restaurant.  Whether you own one location or multiple locations, the benefits are bountiful. Read more

There will always be challenges to running a restaurant.  The pandemic definitely brought new curveballs with it, but there has always been some level of difficulty.  When one is dealing with customer service, inventory, supply chain, shipping, management, maintaining a building and equipment, etc. there is a lot to stay on top of in orderRead more

What makes a restaurant successful?  Is it vision and passion? Maybe having the money to be able to get it started?  Truth be told, there is a lot that goes into running a successful restaurant.  Vision, passion and money are definitely all beneficial components, but there are a few other rules you can follow thatRead more

Consumer’s likes and interests are constantly changing, so we can expect the same to be true when it comes to restaurant trends.  Do diners want takeout or do they prefer to dine-in? Do they like healthier foods or comfort foods? How do customers desire to get their information about your restaurant? The list goes on. Read more

There will always be a place for good ole comfort foods like burgers and fries, but over the past few years health trends have changed. For many Millennials and Gen Z, healthy eating is a lifestyle choice and something that they identify very strongly with. For others, healthy eating is a new concept and somethingRead more

Two statements that have stood the test of time are: 1. People are busy, and 2. People desire convenience.  Yes, people enjoy a vacation and try to slow down on weekends, but for the most part, people lead busy lives and restaurants are able to step in and save the day when it comes toRead more

Summer days are quickly slipping away and we are starting to see all the signs of Fall.  It may still be 90 degrees in some areas, but that does not slow down the excitement of this fast approaching, cozy season. Pumpkin spice, apple cider and cinnamon chai, oh my!  Is your restaurant ready for whatRead more

You know in detail what aesthetic you want for your restaurant. You know what you want your customers to feel when they walk through your doors. You know what type of food you plan to serve, and have your mission statement and company culture down to a tee.  Most details are covered, but have youRead more

Finding workers has been a challenge in many professions, and restaurants are no exception.  They have felt the pressure and have seen the need on a daily basis and are starting to see a trend.  Retirees are stepping back in the game and re-entering the workforce.  Some retirees took early retirement when covid hit andRead more

Managing a restaurant or being a shift supervisor requires a special set of skills.  Yes, knowing about the restaurant industry is important.  Understanding labor scheduling, inventory, food cost and payroll is vital in being able to lead your staff, but there are other important traits that will help you excel when leading a team inRead more