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Developing a strategy to outperform rivals is one

Developing a strategy to outperform rivals is one of the most discussed topics in the restaurant industry, mainly because of its fierce competition.

With that in mind, we prepared this post to cover how to do a practical competition analysis to make your restaurant stand out:

✅ Eat at other restaurants (or ask someone trustworthy to do that for you) and take notes;
✅ Take notice of anything they're doing right and try to adapt (not copy!) that into your restaurant;
✅ Pay attention to things they're doing wrong and try not to repeat that in your restaurant;
✅ Look at their menu and understand their pricing structure;
✅ See if their restaurant lacks something that could be a competitive advantage to you (like a popular dish or drink).

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Today will be the first day of our new '6 Common R

Today will be the first day of our new '6 Common Restaurant Staff Scheduling Mistakes' series.

Our goal with this series is not just to point out errors but to help you create efficient restaurant schedules.

And this is one of the first things we hear from restaurant managers and owners using our app:

➡ "One of my biggest mistakes was using excel or pen and paper to schedule employees"

Scheduling software and apps like ours have been around for a while.

And it may take some time for you to adapt to new technologies.

But once you start using a restaurant scheduling app, you'll see how much time you could have saved.

Do you have any example of something you learned that made your life easier scheduling restaurant shifts?

Let us know!

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The 4th of July is coming up. And if you run a res

The 4th of July is coming up. And if you run a restaurant, you probably know what that means: Holiday work schedules.

And to make things a little more complicated, this year's Independence Day will be on Monday.

But don't you worry. We're here to help. We created this checklist to ensure you don't have any last-minute surprises.

Check out in the carousel what to do to implement an efficient restaurant work schedule for the holiday.

And if you know someone that could benefit from this friendly reminder, share this post with them.

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Pricing the menu is a crucial decision for any res

Pricing the menu is a crucial decision for any restaurant.

To do that correctly, you must consider many factors, such as food cost, labor, competition, and what your target customers are willing to pay.

To help you with that, today, we decided to give you a few tips on pricing your menu. Check out the carousel!

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A mission statement is why you are in the restaura

A mission statement is why you are in the restaurant business.

It's what makes your restaurant different from your competitors.

Your restaurant's mission, vision, and values drive it forward and give it its identity.

And in this post, we'll give you a few ideas to inspire yours (if you don't have one yet):

➡ "To create an environment where absolute guest satisfaction is our highest priority." -Cheesecake Factory

➡ "Stiff drinks, hearty food and a convivial place to gather and debate the news of the day." -Silence Dogood Tavern

➡ "To inspire and nurture the human spirit – one person, one cup and one neighborhood at a time." -Starbucks

Here's a template that can help you: Our mission is to (verb) by (value one), (value two), and (value three).

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A couple of weeks ago, we posted about how miscomm

A couple of weeks ago, we posted about how miscommunication between managers and staff could end up killing restaurant profits.

Today, we'd like to discuss this topic a little more.

We did some research and found the 3 primary communication skills great restaurant managers have:

1️⃣ They dialogue (and not monologue) - leaders who allow their staff to provide input will develop a much deeper and meaningful relationship with them;

2️⃣ They have the knowledge and are specific - restaurant managers that consistently address the how and why with the know-how to back it up can communicate clearly;

3️⃣ They're open-minded and empathetic - for them, it's essential to learn to accept different opinions, even if those challenge them sometimes.

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Attracting and retaining talent is difficult for e

Attracting and retaining talent is difficult for everyone, especially if you want to build a great restaurant staff.

Gone are the days when all you had to do was post a job ad at your restaurant front and wait for the best candidates to walk in.

Now it's a little more complicated.

But here is what you can do:

➡ Find new hiring sources - many high schools, for example, have students of working age, and some of them might already participate in culinary courses;
➡ Hire at culinary or hospitality schools - many of those have programs to help with job placement after their students graduate;
➡ Find candidates in culinary programs - some focus specifically on training for the food and beverage industry.

What's your favorite place to find potential candidates quickly?

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Have you ever thought about the criteria for promo

Have you ever thought about the criteria for promoting an employee?

Coordinating internal teams is a job that impacts the restaurant's results and can also be quite challenging.

So, we decided to research and find out what traits successful managers look for when promoting their staff.

Check it out on the carousel!
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In one of our last posts, we talked about some of

In one of our last posts, we talked about some of the most common health code violations at restaurants and how to prevent them.

Today, let's see how to proceed if that ever happens to you (or someone you know).

➡️ First of all, stay calm and understand that those issues can happen to anyone for any reason;
➡️ Focus on finding a solution so that doesn't happen anymore (rather than pointing fingers);
➡️ Talk to your team and, more importantly, listen to what they have to say. More often than not, a health code violation is a result of poor communication getting in the way of the working relationship;
➡️ Make sure all your staff is well trained.

A health code violation is something no restaurant manager wants to happen to him. But if it ever does, you'll be happy you saved this post.

And don't forget, we understand that managing a restaurant isn't an easy task, so we want to help.

Visit SchedulesMadeSimple.com (or click the link in BIO) and download our app. It's FREE, and it's going to help you become more responsive and connected to your staff without being tethered to a computer.
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Paid sick leave is a matter that all restaurant ow

Paid sick leave is a matter that all restaurant owners must handle, whether you have a handful of employees or a huge staff.

And while laws for restaurants can change state from state, it doesn't change the fact that managers should consider the benefits of offering sick pay for their employees:

✅ It makes them more prone to stay home when sick, avoiding the spread of germs;
✅ Hinders the risk of other employees (and customers) getting sick;
✅ Boost staff morale - healthy employees are happy employees! And happy employees don't quit so easily.

Also, paid sick leave can be a competitive advantage when hiring new staff.

And despite posing a challenge to swap and adjust shifts, there are always ways to make your life easier.

That's where we come in.

We have reimagined restaurant staffing by making the entire process mobile.

Create and modify schedules, process time requests, manage workers, and much more - all from your phone.

Would you like to learn more? Then visit SchedulesMadeSimple.com (or click the link in BIO) and download our app FREE.
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Even in times of crisis, the restaurant industry h

Even in times of crisis, the restaurant industry has significant potential for growth.

But the bankruptcy rate is also very high.

And one of the main reasons so many restaurants go out of business comes down to lack of profits.

So today, let's see in the carousel how miscommunication can have a massive toll on your restaurant's financial gains.
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According to new federal statistics, employee turn

According to new federal statistics, employee turnover rose again during March.

In the restaurant and lodging industries, about 3 of every 50 employees quit during that period.

Numbers suggest that restaurant owners have significant retention challenges rather than a lack of job candidates.

"The number of workers who voluntarily leave their jobs has been so high across many industries that pundits have dubbed the trend The Great Resignation. The departures have been particularly numerous in the restaurant business."

You can read the full article at: https://www.restaurantbusinessonline.com/workforce/hospitality-hiring-rises-so-does-turnover-new-stats-show

Incentives and innovative ways to boost staff retention in your restaurant have never been more critical.

If you're looking for solutions that can help, visit SchedulesMadeSimple.com (or click the link in BIO) and learn how our app can offer an efficient way to schedule and manage staff.
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Team management and productivity are so important

Team management and productivity are so important that large companies dedicate a considerable portion of their budget to optimize operations.

And in the restaurant management industry, that's no different.

But even if you run a small business with a limited budget, there are still ways to improve productivity. And here are some of them:

1️⃣ Inspire self-management - for example, allowing employees to swap shifts, promoting self-accountability and self-sufficiency;
2️⃣ Improve communication by reframing failures or setbacks as learning opportunities;
3️⃣ Reward staff for their accomplishments;
4️⃣ Invest and implement software tools, such as scheduling apps.

And if you're looking for a staff scheduling solution, visit SchedulesMadeSimple.com and learn how we're helping restaurant managers improve restaurant productivity with that and much more!
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Running a restaurant is one of the most rewarding

Running a restaurant is one of the most rewarding careers anyone could decide to pursue.

But when working with something as delicate as the food industry, some aspects require extra attention.

And caring for customers' health is top of mind for all managers (health code violations are a serious matter).

We won't get much into detail about that as each state has its law and legal requirements. If you are not already a member, we highly recommend https://www.servsafe.com

Here are a few of the most common health code violations that need to be avoided by all means possible:

⚠️ Hot temperature violations - Bacteria can grow in food between temperatures of 40-140°F after some time, leading to contamination;
⚠️ Cold temperature violations - Generally, refrigerated food should stay below 40° and frozen food below 0°;
⚠️ Cross-contamination - some foods shouldn't come into contact for some reason (e.g., they trigger some allergies or reactions in people);
⚠️ Poor hygiene - Hand washing, proper personal hygiene, hair protection (for cooks), to name a few of the basics your restaurant staff should follow;
⚠️ Infestation - like rats, cockroaches, and others, can lead to serious health code violations.

Did we forget something you think is worth mentioning? Let us know.
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Estimating the number of servers and cooks is a bi

Estimating the number of servers and cooks is a big responsibility for restaurant managers and critical to the success of your company

And it could be tricky, especially if you're just getting started and have no base of reference.

Even if you're running your business for a while, it's still something you have to sit down and analyze from time to time.

But as a rule of thumb:

➡️ A restaurant with 25 tables should have around 5 to 6 servers;
➡️ 4 cooks should be able to handle cooking meals for up to 50 tables (but that number can change depending on the complexity of your menu).

Do you run a restaurant? Let us know how you estimate how many servers and cooks you need.
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If this post's headline caught your attention, it'

If this post's headline caught your attention, it's because you know how challenging it is to find a last-minute replacement for one of your no-show staff.

If that never happened, consider yourself lucky.

In any case, this post may be helpful if you ever face that problem anytime soon.

Let's get to a quick list to help you prepare (check out the carousel).
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Put down the pen and pick-up your phone! Rather t

Put down the pen and pick-up your phone!

Rather than spending hours of frustration creating restaurant schedules the old fashion way, use your phone to build staff schedules both you and your team members will love.

Visit SchedulesMadeSimple.com (or click the link in BIO) and download our app today!
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Proper shift management ensures productivity, qual

Proper shift management ensures productivity, quality, and excellent customer service.

Also, if done incorrectly, it can result in fines or labor lawsuits.

That's why properly scheduling your restaurant shifts is a fundamental activity.

But how can you find out if you need help? First, pay attention to those 3 most common signals:

⚠️ Your daily scheduling structure is disorganized - you often don't know who's working and at what shift;
⚠️ You're feeling more stressed than usual - and some of your staff too, as they are likely working back-to-back shifts;
⚠️ You're having trouble managing your time - if you lack the time, you'll lose focus on your restaurant goals and won't ensure an excellent experience for your customers.

If you're experiencing any of the above, we can help.

From one-tap shift creation to automatic schedule duplication, we have everything you need to help you schedule your restaurant shifts efficiently and effortlessly.

Visit SchedulesMadeSimple.com (or click the link in BIO) and learn more.
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The restaurant's performance depends intensely on

The restaurant's performance depends intensely on the people who are part of it.

That's why the selection process is fundamental, as it represents the beginning of the employee's entire journey.

Having the best talent is essential to keep the restaurant working efficiently and achieving its goals.

But the recruitment process doesn't start with the staffing process.

It starts by estimating your restaurant's staffing requirement and what job positions you must fill. Here is a rule of thumb: 1 server per 4-5 tables, 1 cook per 12 tables, 1 dishwasher per 20 tables…

How many employees in total? What skills must they have? Are they qualified? Those are just a few of the many questions you'll have to ask yourself to choose the ideal employee.

Once you found them, then what?

Let your team members become part of the staffing process by setting their work preferences, unavailability times and trading shifts.

Visit SchedulesMadeSimple.com and learn how we're helping restaurant managers with that and more!
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Profit margin is one of the leading indicators of

Profit margin is one of the leading indicators of a successful restaurant.

If it's too low, financial management will not be able to find resources to maintain healthy growth.

Despite this, many managers make mistakes in not paying attention to simple things that can increase earnings.

So, today we decided to point out 4 ways restaurant managers can improve their profit margins.

Check out the carousel.
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