If you want to learn how to cut long lines and decrease customer wait times, you should consider bringing the self-service restaurant kiosk to your business. What are self-service restaurant kiosks? Self-service restaurant kiosks are free-standing ordering systems that allow…
Inventory management is at the heart of running a successful restaurant business. You need to ensure you have the right type and quantity of ingredients to meet the needs of the customers. With food ingredients costing a dime and requiring…
Technology’s role in the dining industry is more powerful than ever. This is mostly a good thing: streamlining operations, increasing efficiency, and ultimately making it much easier to run a restaurant or bar. But with technology comes a disturbing modern…
The internet and technological advancements are having a great impact on restaurant operations. With most people spending a big part of their day on the internet, it provides a huge market potential for restaurants. In fact, the demand for online…
Over recent years, restaurants have been diversifying their payment methods. Apart from accepting cash and card payments, mobile payments have grown to be the next big thing. More restaurants are now accepting digital payments like Google pay, Apple Pay, and…
A well-developed employee handbook is the foundation for streamlined operations at any restaurant. It has the power to steer management to make difficult decisions and empower employees when questions about policies and procedures arise. It can settle disputes and push…
Loyal patronage is the golden goose for any restaurant, bar, or food service operator. Regulars keep your business open, spread the word, and bring in a reliable amount of sales every month. It would be a savvy move to grow…
Labor costs are the highest cost a restaurant incurs. This makes labor cost percentage an important metric to calculate and track. With total labor costs comprising 30-35% of the restaurant revenue, calculating them accurately is critical in ensuring you are…
Owning a restaurant is both an exciting and challenging experience. Before the challenge of making a profit, you also have to identify sources of financing. Restaurant financing and restaurant loans are crucial to successful running of a restaurant. You need…
Running a restaurant comes with its own fair share of challenges. While there are several things to consider in keeping the business in operation, managing costs is among the most important. A good starting place is understanding what your prime…