How to Stop Your Restaurant’s Menu from Spiraling Downward
The Secret to Preventing a Downward Spiral in Your Restaurant Menu In my decades of menu development experience and over 30 years in the foodservice business, one recurring issue stands out: what I call the "Downward Spiral." It’s a subtle yet destructive trend that...
Tariffs and Food Costs: A Guide for Restaurants to Stay Profitable in Changing Times
With the second Trump administration proposing tariffs on all imported goods, including food, it’s essential to understand the implications. A tariff is a tax on imports, increasing costs for businesses and consumers by raising prices and limiting quantities available in the U.S.
Will Raising Prices Cause My Restaurant to Lose Customers?
An Important Question: Will Raising Prices Cause My Restaurant to Lose Customers? This is a question I get from clients all the time: Will Raising Prices Cause My Restaurant to Lose Customers? Of course, Raising prices is a common concern for restaurant owners,...
Why HotOperator Menus Include Server Training
Does Your Restaurant Menu Include a Server Training Program? One thing that sets a HotOperator® menu system apart from others is the server training program that comes with it. Many restaurant owners unknowingly harm their businesses by opting for a cheap online menu...
The Importance of Managing a Restaurant Seamlessly from Back of the House to Front of the House
The Importance of Managing a Restaurant Seamlessly from Back of the House to Front of the House Managing a successful restaurant requires more than just great food or excellent customer service. It’s about synchronizing every aspect of your operation—from the back of...
6 Restaurant Trends and What They Mean (number 4 is essential)
6 Restaurant Trends and What They Mean (number 4 is essential) According to The National Restaurant Association, the foodservice industry is on target to reach $1 Trillion dollars in sales this year. And when asked what stands out in the industry, here’s what they had...
8 Cool Restaurant Promotions (Number 4 is Really Cool)
Here are 8 Restaurant Promotions that you can execute in your restaurant that will capture the attention of your top guests.
8 More Restaurant Promotions (Number 5 is Hot Right Now)
HotOperator has come up with 8 More Restaurant Promotions. Before you run off and try these in your restaurant, take a moment and see if you might need a little professional help.
7 Restaurant Promotions (number 4 is a total must)
Prices are high and discretionary income is low. So even though gas prices are in line, there is a general sense of disparity, especially in an election year. So here are 7 promotions you can use today to get more consumers into your restaurant.
“Sell” it – “Put it in the window” or “We only have two orders left, push it.”
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