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Published December 19, 2014

How to build long term business success

There’s a lot to consider when beginning a business or starting a franchise, and even more to consider when you’re looking to the future. In this article, Erle Dardick explains three rules to consider for business success. First you need a clear sense of direction – what are you doing, and why? You must have […]

Published December 18, 2014

Don’t pour that grease down the sink!

The law requires all commercial kitchens to dispose of fat, oil, and grease waste responsibly, but what exactly does that mean? If grease is poured down the sink it can eventually solidify and cause clogs even when poured with boiling water. This can cause further problems with bad smells from caught food waste and sewer […]

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The importance of server-customer communication

The relationship between customer and server is brief but meaningful. Servers are representatives of the restaurant, so a nice tip isn’t the only reason customer satisfaction is important.

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Keys to Success – The Local Factor

Business is booming for Colorado-based soup and salad franchise MAD Greens. In this interview, director of marketing Lucas Clark reveals a passion for local sourcing. MAD Greens has its own 1 1/2 acre farm south of Denver. According to Clark, “less food miles equals better taste,” and he cites that as a major key to […]

Published December 17, 2014

Kids’ menu is becoming more sophisticated

Traditionally the kids’ menu offered a few simple items in smaller portions, but now restaurants are taking it up a notch and offering variations on adult dishes with more flavor and healthier options. In the NRA’s 2015 What’s Hot culinary forecast, healthy, sophisticated meals for kids topped the list. Read the full article here: NRA: […]

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Rat – it’s what’s for dinner!

Rats are misunderstood creatures. They get a bad rap based on a lot of misinformation. They actually make great pets, and while pet store rats are called “fancy,” their wild relatives in South America are called something else – delicious.

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How to be the best bartender

One could call bartending an art, with each bartender bringing his/her own style to the table. Now with easy access to a variety of resources it’s easier than ever to learn the trade. A pioneer named Jeffery Morgenthaler began a blog to share bartending techniques with other enthusiasts, and has recently come out with a […]

Published December 16, 2014

What’s hot and what’s not – 10 employer trend predictions

The Fast Casual webinar “Hot or Not: 2015 Employer Trends” offers some insights of what to expect in the new year. With the economy recovering, more jobs are being created so the competition for talent is hot, so hiring managers will be feeling some pressure and may turn to social media and mobile apps for […]

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The worst customer ever

We’ve all encountered terrible customers. The world is full of rude people who don’t leave tips and make ridiculous requests. Still, this guy might be the worst of them all.

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A recipe for success

Digital marketing is more important than ever for getting the public interested in your brand, but having a presence online isn’t enough. You have to lure them away from their computers and into your restaurant. There are some strategies you can use to help you do just that. You can capitalize on the social experience […]

Monthly Archives: December 2014

Published December 19, 2014

How to build long term business success

Published December 18, 2014

Don’t pour that grease down the sink!

Published

The importance of server-customer communication

Published

Keys to Success – The Local Factor

Published December 17, 2014

Kids’ menu is becoming more sophisticated

Published

Rat – it’s what’s for dinner!

Published

How to be the best bartender

Published December 16, 2014

What’s hot and what’s not – 10 employer trend predictions

Published

The worst customer ever

Published

A recipe for success

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