As we stand at the threshold of the fiscal year 2024, anticipating salary increases for your restaurant team and strategizing compensation planning becomes a critical aspect of your overall business strategy. In this blog post, we’ll provide a comprehensive guide, combining insights from reputable sources and practical advice to help restaurant owners and HR leaders […]
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In this fiercely competitive arena for restaurant market share, where economic challenges loom large, and the stakes have never been higher, it’s critical to remember the timeless wisdom of President Dwight Eisenhower: “What counts is not the size of the dog in the fight—it’s the size of the fight in the dog.” As we navigate
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In the ever-evolving world of the restaurant industry, staying ahead of the competition is a constant challenge. Whether you’re a seasoned restaurateur or just starting your culinary journey, understanding and leveraging your restaurant’s competitive advantages is essential for long-term success. In this blog post, we will explore what a restaurant competitive advantage is, how to
The Annual Operating Plan serves as a guide for your organization’s journey over the fiscal year. In this post, we’ll dive into creating an Annual Operation Plan. We’ll explore what an Annual Operating Plan entails, underscore its importance, offer insights into crafting an impactful plan, and share best practices to embark on this critical expedition.
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Being Sales Driven & Profit Smart is part of my “restaurant DNA.” I often use the term assuming other people know exactly what I mean. Given Sales Driven & Profit Smart isn’t a term you might learn about in business training, I wanted to explain the concept and nuances behind Sales Driven & Profit Smart
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A few weeks ago, I was having lunch with an experienced restaurant general manager. The topic of Local Store Marketing came up. He called bull, and my ears perked up immediately. Beyond having exceptional operations, active community marketing is a vital strategy to grow traffic and sales. His main complaint was that the focus of
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Are you a visionary restaurant entrepreneur who has a great team who is working hard but not moving in the right direction to grow your business? In this video, I discuss the power of a crystal-clear vision for your restaurant business. Discover how defining a vivid vision can be the guiding light for decision-making, strategy
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As a restaurant owner or manager, you’re always looking for ways to drive sales and profits. One strategy that can be particularly effective is holding restaurant contests for your employees. Not only can contests motivate and engage your staff, they can also help increase customer loyalty and attract new business. How Restaurant Contests Motivate Staff
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Jamie interviews Sarah King, Chief People and Diversity Officer of Darden, at Black Box Intelligence to talk about values, culture, and leadership.
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Also referred to as target food cost or theoretical food cost, ideal food cost is determined by costing out your entire menu. In other words, it is based on the menu items you sell and when you sell them.
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