Selling Alcohol to Go Can Recoup Lost Sales – But Mind the Regulations COVID’s relationship with the bar and liquor industry is a complex one. On the one hand, the sheer monotony of life under social distancing regulations drives people to purchase more significant alcohol quantities, if only to combat their boredom. On the other…
A thoroughly trained staff is a critical part of a profitable restaurant. A great server training program will yield staff that is confident, knowledgeable and competent, and who make diners feel welcome and comfortable. Waitstaff who are unfamiliar with any part of their job can cause a trickle-down effect of issues. Too many mistakes lead…
Liquor store retailers face a unique set of challenges. Your inventory is inherently complicated with the need to track thousands of bottles and cans of alcohol from around the world. And running a sale can mean several different types of promotions all running at the same time. Moreover, you need to stay in compliance with…
Did you know that foodborne illnesses are 100 percent preventable? It’s true. Avoiding such incidents is not a simple solution, however. As an owner or manager of a food service establishment, the only way to achieve this goal is to establish a food safety culture among you and your staff. Knowing about food safety is…
Now that we are in the full swing of 2018, what’s on your technology to-do list for the year ahead? Perhaps it’s time to upgrade your point of sale platform to meet customer expectations, remain competitive in a rapidly changing environment and build your profit margin. Keep these three things in mind as you compare…
As a restaurant manager or operator, you know that food cost is one of your biggest challenges. You’re under continuing pressure to keep this expense as low as possible, despite external forces — such as weather events that affect crops and can drive up prices — that are well beyond your control. The good news,…
No matter how long you’ve been in the restaurant business, it’s helpful to pause every once in a while and reflect on where there’s room for improvement. These four restaurant management tips are a good starting place for owners aiming to advance their business. Banking on the Bottom Line A great restaurant is not only…
Customers are attracted to your bar for the killer atmosphere, great drinks, and friendly service. But you know that running a successful bar takes a lot more than that. You must also ensure your bar takes care of customers, manages inventory, efficiently serves tables, and protects its profit. Balancing all of those tasks while still…