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Published March 26, 2015

Spring Has Sprung! April Marketing Ideas

April is just around the corner, and that means eggs, chicks, and bunnies are springing up in restaurant windows to greet longer, warmer days. Easter isn’t the only day worth celebrating in April though. RestaurantNews.com has a great article full of marketing ideas you can use to bring people through your doors next month.

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How you know you’re the best server on earth

Servers are pretty amazing people. You have skills and talents that no one else knows and understands, and you have a way with people that others may envy. Masters of the fake smile, hidden eye roll, and genuine politeness, you do your job well. This fun gif article from Shiftgig lists 10 reasons that make […]

Published March 25, 2015

Mobile POS systems can increase tips for servers

Quick service restaurants and fast casuals alike are adopting technology trends like using tablets for ordering and payment, but the technology can also be used to help customers decide how much to tip, leading to more money in servers’ pockets. This article from Fast Casual goes into detail describing how mobile technology offers operational benefits […]

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The Three Second Rule: When a steak hits the floor, is it done?

Imagine your chef is prepping some steaks for the grill. He reaches for some spices and all of a sudden four prime, uncooked steaks are on the kitchen floor. That’s some expensive meat, but you know the floor is filthy in even the cleanest restaurants. Heat is likely to kill any bacteria, but could you consciously serve your customers floor beef?

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Hold onto your chef!

Chefs are arguably the most important part of the restaurant, but they’re not limited to behind the scenes work. More cooks are taking a different route and bringing their profession straight to the public. No longer reserved for the wealthy, chefs travel to home kitchens to cook meals and teach lessons while setting their own […]

Published March 24, 2015

How Do You Sharpen Your Knives?

Dull knives have no place in anyone’s kitchen, but especially not your restaurant’s kitchen. An improperly sharpened or dull knife can compromise both the speed of preparation and the aesthetic quality of the food served. That makes a knife sharpener an essential kitchen tool, and there are many options to choose from.

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Social media is good for business!

There’s no denying it – we’re in the digital age. Technology and social media are part of life, and if your food service business still doesn’t have a presence on Twitter or Facebook you’re missing out on some easy advertising. This post from Shiftgig shows the top ten restaurants broken down by social media platform. […]

Published March 23, 2015

Gluten-free buns available from Culver’s

One of the biggest trends in food has been the gluten-free movement. Since gluten is present in most breads, sandwich shops have been missing out on the patronage offered by gluten-free customers. Culver’s is looking to change that with the introduction of a new gluten-free bun that can be used in place of the regular […]

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No Tips, No Trouble – Restaurant Pays Employees $15/hr+

There’s no doubt the food service industry is changing. Most restaurants and bars are integrating modern technology in every aspect of the business, but some are going the extra mile and changing their business models entirely. They’re doing things far differently than tradition dictates, and the results are promising.

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Pac-man themed restaurant invites customers to get their 80s game on!

Just like the restaurant industry, games have changed a lot over the years. Many games today focus on super realistic graphics and 3D emulation, while retro games are 2D, pixelated, and classic. Themed restaurant and entertainment center Level 257 recently opened at the Woodfield Mall in Schaumburg, and it’s a retro gamer’s dream come true. […]

Monthly Archives: March 2015

Published March 26, 2015

Spring Has Sprung! April Marketing Ideas

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How you know you’re the best server on earth

Published March 25, 2015

Mobile POS systems can increase tips for servers

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The Three Second Rule: When a steak hits the floor, is it done?

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Hold onto your chef!

Published March 24, 2015

How Do You Sharpen Your Knives?

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Social media is good for business!

Published March 23, 2015

Gluten-free buns available from Culver’s

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No Tips, No Trouble – Restaurant Pays Employees $15/hr+

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Pac-man themed restaurant invites customers to get their 80s game on!

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