As a consultant, one has an opportunity to meet a lot of interesting owners who are in the midst of encountering one sort of challenge or another and desperate to turn things around. This article shares a handful of some of Maren's more "memorable" experiences.
The Big Money MakerMay 16, 2011
Sandy knows catering -- period. Check out her tips for full-service and off-site catering.
Hugs Not Drugs - Independent Pizzeria Sets Example to Clean Up Industry May 11, 2011
See how Kingy's Pizza Pub is doing their part to change the restaurant industry's reputation as the leading job sector to abuse drugs and alcohol.
6 Things to Consider When Selecting a New Restaurant LocationMay 1, 2011
What does it take to make a restaurant location great -- and it make it work financially? Check out these six tips.
Burned OutApr 25, 2011
As a publicist with many years of experience in the restaurant industry, Miriam has seen firsthand examples of restaurateurs being burned out emotionally. Here are five signs of emotional burnout and five things to do to avoid it.
Is Your Menu Working For You or Against You?Apr 19, 2011
John takes a look at controlling food costs through menu engineering -- the process of selecting, costing, pricing and evaluating your menu items.
Smart purchasing decisions in the planning stages of your restaurant startup can set you up for success as you open for operations. So what do you really need when opening a restaurant? Here's your licensing and marketing shopping list...
A better tool for tracking operational efficiencies helps chefs and restaurateurs focus on profits.
Restaurant Digital Displays: Do They Produce Greater Sales?Apr 6, 2011
The use of digital reader boards, also known as LED reader boards or 3D reader boards or signs, has become increasingly popular as a way to gain customers attention in a world of clutter on the road. Kimberly looks at their impact on sales results.
Getting More Out of Your POS SystemMar 16, 2011
Make sure you are fully utilizing your POS equipment by checking out these tips about the untapped potential that you may have at your fingertips through the POS system in your restaurant.
Startup Restaurant Shopping List: POS & PayrollMar 15, 2011
Smart purchasing decisions in the planning stages of your restaurant startup can set you up for success as you open for operations. So what do you really need when opening a restaurant? Here's your POS shopping list...
Sexual Harassment: Can You Be Held Accountable For the Actions of Others?Mar 9, 2011
After receiving a reader's letter on this sensitive topic we asked culinary school instructor and consultant James Dunne to shed some insight. In so doing, Dunne covers the background on sexual harassment and offers several valuable "steps you can take" to help keep your restaurant in the clear.
7 Restaurant Business PredictionsFeb 19, 2011
It's always risky to try to predict the future... Alex treads out on the limb anyway and shares his thoughts on 7 areas that can have an impact in the year to come.
Startup Restaurant Shopping List: EquipmentFeb 15, 2011
Smart purchasing decisions in the planning stages of your restaurant startup can set you up for success as you open for operations. So what do you really need when opening a restaurant? Here's your equipment shopping list...
