Dodging Bullets...Restaurant industry employment is more than 11 million workers, making it a prime target for Department of Labor (DOL) regulation monitoring and enforcement....more >>

Restaurant owners have differing opinions about how much visibility the Chef should have with their guests. While some Chefs just aren't comfortable making their away across the dining room, there's a new breed of Chef that welcomes the spotlight...more >>

Lots of situations can trigger the need for a true restaurant renovation. Ideally, your next renovation will be planned and make good financial sense. Here's how to approach it....more >>

If you are one of the many operators who scrambled to cater to this market in the heat of the on-premises dining shutdowns, now might be a good time to fine-tune your carryout and delivery menu....more >>

Just about every restaurant uses fresh produce of some type. Proper cleaning techniques are necessary in order to achieve the best yield and the longest shelf life. Cleaning your vegetables and fruits also helps to safeguard your guests against potential contamination...more >>

How to pick the right walk-in refrigerator for your restaurant and useful tips on proper maintenance for years of trouble-free service....more >>

In a recent RestaurantOwner.com survey owners and managers agreed that most restaurants needed to improve in the areas of training and developing staff, holding people accountable, and motivating and encouraging staff....more >>

It's a Myth! Buying larger quantities to get volume discounts saves money. There aren't many absolutes in this business but if there is one this is it: Consistently, ordering more products than you really need will cost you money. In fact, it's one of the most expensive things you can do in this business....more >>

There are plenty of good reasons to become involved with charitable activities, and giving back to the community is one of the best....more >>

Today's POS is a much more sophisticated and powerful tool than in the early days of the technology, and as a result, there are many considerations to review prior to selecting one for your restaurant...more >>

There are lots of situations restaurant managers don't like and one at the top of the list is being caught in a rush and not having enough people on the floor. I personally know the feeling and agree that it's not my idea of a good time, either....more >>

We would like to invite you to sign up for our Quick Study Course. This 3-part video-based course will be presented by our friend David Scott Peters over a 3-week period beginning December 19th and concluding with a live webinar on January 6th....more >>

Lack of trust in organizations can cause crippling dysfunction and cost a business plenty. Nevertheless "high-trust" working environments seem to be the exception, rather than the rule. In that regard, improving trust and communication in your restaurant could be a competitive advantage.....more >>

To protect customer data and your own peace of mind review the key compliance points of the recent credit card industry security requirements. The "PCI/DSS" is an independent body that oversees data security standards for merchants....more >>

Judy Balunda was relatively lucky during the worst of the pandemic, but much of that luck she created herself -- with some help from RestaurantOwner.com....more >>