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restaurant forecasting

Restaurant sales forecasting helps you better manage your inventory and goods so that you know exactly what items you need to stock up on and which are running low. If you have insights into your future sales, it opens the door to streamlined operations and better management of your eatery.

Read moreRestaurant Forecasting: Calculating Your Sales Data

steps to open a restaurant

You’ve already, at least once, taken the steps to open a restaurant. But when you go to establish a second (or third) restaurant, it will require a few additional tasks that you didn’t have to complete the first time around.

We’re going to outline each of the five steps that you must take to open a new location.

Read morePreparing for Expansion? 5 Expert Tips for Ambitious Restaurateurs Eyeing New Locations

future of the restaurant industry

Amidst a world reshaped by the pandemic, shifting labor markets, and changing consumer behaviors, restaurant proprietors are increasingly embracing technological advancements. These often inconspicuous yet profoundly impactful innovations are quietly revolutionizing culinary practices and guest interactions.

Read moreTransformative Technological Innovations Shaping the Dining Experience

dishwasher restaurant

A dishwasher in restaurant kitchens is the backbone of back-of-house operations. You want to be able to service customers quickly without straining your staff too much. The cost of commercial dishwasher units will repay themselves multiple times over.

Read more9 Best Commercial Dishwashers Reviews in 2024

trust and loyalty

Trust and loyalty in the restaurant industry is hard-earned. Consumers are accustomed to their favorite restaurants switching owners, chefs leaving and quality varying. You must build customer trust through the actions you take.

Read moreHow to Create Consumer Trust and Loyalty in 2024

bad reviews restaurant

Restaurant reviews online are the gateway to gaining customers. Over 90% of patrons look for reviews for eateries before they go to one. If you have bad reviews, it will be looked at negatively by customers, but you’re bound to have one or two people who are unhappy with your service.

And if you ignore the ramifications of poor reviews, it can have a negative impact on your sales.

Read more2024 Guide on How to Handle Negative Restaurant Reviews

restaurant supply chain

Shortages during the pandemic found over 96% of operators had either supply shortages or delays. If you’re a pizza and rib restaurant, and you have no ribs, imagine what happens to your eatery’s reputation. You’ll be left with a lot of unhappy customers who don’t understand the supply chain of a restaurant – at all. While you only have so much control over your supply chain, you can take proactive steps to help deal with future issues. We're going to outline key steps that you can take to lower the risk of restaurant supply chain issues impacting your company.

Read more7 Ways to Prepare Your Restaurant for Supply Chain Disruptions

service charge vs gratuity

Gratuity and tips are often confused. As a consumer, you’re more concerned about having to pay more for the service that you receive than anything else. However, there’s a major difference between the two.

What are the differences?

Restaurant owners and managers need to know the legal ramifications of charging automatic gratuities and what it means for their establishments.

Read moreAutomatic Gratuity vs Tip: What’s the Difference?

local marketing for restaurants

Local store marketing ideas for restaurants haven’t changed – much – in the last year. You'll find plenty of opportunities to promote your eatery to locals this year. And with digital still being a must-have form of marketing, you’ll want to spend a lot of time working on your offline marketing.

We're going to share some great local marketing ideas that will help you attract new customers this year.

Read more7 Local Marketing Ideas for Restaurants in 2024

sustainability in restaurants

Want to grow your restaurant this year? Restaurant sustainability may be the key. An estimated 70% of diners care about how their food is sourced, according to the National Restaurant Association. More than 1 in 4 consumers also say that they would pay more for sustainable food.

Read moreHow to Improve Your Restaurant Sustainability in 2024

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