Published December 25, 2014

How to Manage and Control Food Costs

Keeping track of food costs can be difficult, and wasted food means wasted revenue. These tips can help you manage your food costs to save you money. Always check your invoices. Mistakes like overcharges happen, and you want to make sure you’re getting what you pay for. Price your menu correctly. Know what the food […]

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Sustainable food is good for business (and the environment!)

With the effects of climate change becoming more difficult to deny, most of the population has shifted their mindsets toward sustainability. People want to know where their food comes from and how it was processed. If your restaurant is to survive the coming years, it’s time to go green.

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Tips for balancing your job and your relationship

People who work in food service often keep odd schedules, and that makes nurturing a relationship challenging. Sacrifices need to be made on both sides. Plan ahead and schedule time to do things together wherever schedules don’t overlap. If you both have time off, spend it together, even if it just means running errands or […]

Published December 24, 2014

What’s the Deal with Baby Boomers?

Baby Boomers are spending and eating out less as they enter retirement age, likely due to factors such as fixed incomes and lack of retirement savings. What does that mean for your restaurant? While marketing to the younger generation is often the focus, don’t leave your older patrons behind. Instead, focus on what the groups […]

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More annoying customers that drive you crazy

They complain, argue, overreact, expect special treatment, and leave you religious pamphlets in place of an actual tip. It’s obvious these people have a lot on their minds, but don’t let them drag you down with them! Instead, have a laugh at these 10 customer types you hope you’ll never see again (but you probably will).

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How to find the right equipment for your restaurant

With new technology emerging on the market all the time, it can be difficult to decide what equipment is right for your restaurant. These five tips will simplify the process. First, narrow your search to the category of equipment you’re looking for. Then start researching specific models. Read reviews and compare brands and prices. Some […]

Published December 23, 2014

Restaurant Resolutions for the New Year

It’s New Year’s resolution time! Consider these ideas to amp up your restaurant in 2015! Increasing your social media presence will generate more business. Make a resolution to interact more with customers online. Using more technology in general will bring your restaurant up to speed. Organize, organize, organize! Start spring cleaning early. Do regular inventory […]

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Trivia Night

Trivia and bars go together like wings and ranch. People love competition and trivia nights are a great way to draw in and entertain customers. Jackpot Trivia is a new game-show style trivia system that allows all patrons to play any time on any day, but is it really better than traditional trivia nights?

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The tip of a lifetime

Imagine you’re serving a large, 16 person group. After 19 pizzas, 32 wings and a lot of beer you’re probably tired, aching, and ready to go home, but you’re also looking forward to the tip that comes with a $500+ bill. The guest hands it over, and you can’t believe your eyes. A thousand dollar […]

Published December 22, 2014

Hosting and Catering a Large Party at Your Restaurant

Catering a party comes with some challenges, but these tips can help you out! First, organize a list. You have to know how many people there will be before you can plan the food and drink. Save on prep time with pre-made items and make sure you have enough equipment and staff on hand. Design […]

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