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Published June 16, 2015

A quality culinary school makes a big difference

Deciding to pursue a career as a chef isn’t an easy decision to make, and it’s only the first of many. Next you have to decide whether or not to pursue higher education in the field, and if the answer is an enthusiastic yes, you have to choose where to go. This article from FSR […]

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How Your Restaurant Can Beat Bird Flu

Recently a strain of avian influenza decimated a large portion of the United States’ chicken supply, most notably egg laying hens. Egg supplies are expected to be limited and expensive for the next year or more, especially liquid egg products. However, there are some things your restaurant can do to manage this challenge.

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Learn how to serve in a fine dining restaurant

Working as a server in a fine dining establishment is far different from fast casual or family style restaurants, but there are great perks too. Customers generally treat you better and you get paid more. If you’re seeking a job in fine dining, these tips from Shiftgig can help you land the position you want. […]

Published June 15, 2015

Busy summer season to see 50k new jobs

Summer is a busy season for restaurants, and many establishments hire summer help. This summer is slated to be the third consecutive year the restaurant industry sees at least 500,000 new jobs. The economy is steadily improving, and consumers are more willing to spend their hard earned cash eating away from home. Read the full […]

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Why you should reconsider your cash-only restaurant

Technology has changed many things in our society, and one that’s quickly disappearing is our reliance on cash. Plastic cards are easier and more convenient to use, so much so to where many people rarely carry cash at all. If your restaurant operates on cash only, it’s time to make some changes or your card-taking […]

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How to Survive Your First Day Serving

Serving is generally not a difficult line of work to get into, but doing it well takes skill. When you’re just starting out you might be a little intimidated, but getting out of your comfort zone is good for you! These tips can help you survive your first day on the job.

Published June 12, 2015

Taco Bell ‘fast casual’ store serves beer and wine

It’s important for restaurants to test ideas and learn what their consumers want in order to stay with the times. The restaurant landscape is changing as consumers seek new dining experiences. Taco Bell is experimenting with some new ideas that are far more fast casual than quick service, including alcohol service! After launching a few […]

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Tackling the Problem of Employee Turnover

It’s impossible to eliminate employee turnover in the food service industry. Many employees work in food service while they attend school and pursue other things, never intending to make a career there. Some do, however, and convincing them to stick around can save you money in the long run.

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Mastering money – what every cashier must know

Working in food service is mainly focused on customer service, but part of providing quality customer service is knowing how to handle payments and working a cash register. While modern POS systems handle most of the math for you, there will be times you need to do quick math in your head. If your skills […]

Published June 11, 2015

Experience trumps education in food service

When hiring a cook or other food service position, education only means so much. In this article from FoodService.com, David Webb explains why experience makes all the difference in a good hire. It’s important to see the potential employee work in order to assess their skills, and that’s something that can’t be done in an […]

Monthly Archives: June 2015

Published June 16, 2015

A quality culinary school makes a big difference

Published

How Your Restaurant Can Beat Bird Flu

Published

Learn how to serve in a fine dining restaurant

Published June 15, 2015

Busy summer season to see 50k new jobs

Published

Why you should reconsider your cash-only restaurant

Published

How to Survive Your First Day Serving

Published June 12, 2015

Taco Bell ‘fast casual’ store serves beer and wine

Published

Tackling the Problem of Employee Turnover

Published

Mastering money – what every cashier must know

Published June 11, 2015

Experience trumps education in food service

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