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Tips to Make Outdoor Dining PleasantAs the lofty waves of the COVID-19 pandemic pick up the pace and die down to rise once again, the prospects for many businesses don’t look that great. Restaurants have received the hardest hit here. If you’re a restaurant owner and have been subject to closing your restaurant’s doors and […]
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How to Choose the Right Suppliers for Your RestaurantRestaurants primarily rely on two factors to ensure their success: their customers and the quality of their food. However, the number of customers you get and whether they stay loyal to your business largely depends on your restaurant management. One aspect of management is finding the best […]
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A Guide to Training New Restaurant StaffTraining your restaurant staff is vital if you want your restaurant to become successful. They are at the forefront of your customer’s dining experience. So, effective training can go a long way in making your restaurant unique and keeping your customers happy.Training your staff is undoubtedly a time-consuming investment—one […]
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6 Things You Need to Know to Create an Awesome Restaurant MenuDesigning a restaurant menu can look deceptively simple and easy but in reality, it can be quite a difficult task. Additionally, you cannot just list down the food you make. The menu is one of the first things that a customer will be looking […]
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7 Tips to Manage Restaurant Finances in 2021 One of the most challenging aspects of running a restaurant is managing your finances. After all, your ability to keep things up and running will depend on the business’s available finances. Your finances need to be in order to ensure you can pay rent, staff, suppliers, and […]
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Running Restaurants After COVID-19 Recovery: Safety ChecklistOne of the industries that experienced the brunt of the impact from COVID-19 was the restaurant industry. Many food retail outlets were forced to shut down their operations when the outbreak initially occurred earlier this year. However, the country is gradually recovering from the pandemic, with many businesses resuming […]
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The Basics of Restaurant ManagementRestaurant managers can achieve their goals by implementing effective strategies and hiring the right staff for their operations. These are the basics of restaurant management. Managing a restaurant entails many different duties and activities. Effective restaurant management strategies aim to meet customers’ needs while maintaining efficient and sustainable operations.If you are […]
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Franchise vs. independent restaurant—it’s difficult to objectively admit that one type of restaurant is easier to manage than the other. Each type has its own pros and cons, and which one will be better suited for you will depend on your unique situation. That said, managing a restaurant franchise tends to be easier. Let’s get into it.
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5 Steps Restaurants Need to Take to Survive COVID-19 PandemicThe COVID-19 pandemic has completely changed the way we live our lives. Many of our daily activities that we took for granted are now a luxury. For example, going to a restaurant without being afraid of falling sick or spreading your illness to other people is […]
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How to Open a Café or Coffee Shop in London?How To Open A Café Or Coffee Shop In London? While tea drinkers abound in the UK, London has become a city where coffee is consumed liberally. In fact, according to The Independent, it has soared to 95 million cups a day! Needless to say, opening a […]
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