A system is simply a repeatable way of getting an important job done. For independent restaurant operators systems are practical tools for running a better business. Here are ten of the most important systems restaurants should have up and running in their business. (Read time @ 7 mins)
We give you nine strong metrics worth considering and talk about what a 10 percent improvement can really mean. We finish with how to choose the right three metrics to start with, how to actually improve them as well as budget friendly ideas. (Read time @ 8 mins)
This is a tough question to ask...but a key one. We cover: The hard truth about being "needed". The power and importance of restaurant systems. What a fire-yourself business looks like. The areas most likely to break. How to start "firing yourself" and more. (Read time @ 8 mins)
Full scope coverage including: Why operators need a worksheet; Core numbers to include; 4 classic menu engineering categories; Practical examples; How to train the team; How often to update the worksheet; Reflecting operational realities; Common mistakes to avoid and more. (Read time @ 8.5 min)
A dive into the importance of financial literacy & how to make better decisions. Includes a walk-through of five core financial concepts every operator should understand. A discussion on how to bring the team into the numbers as well as common financial mistakes restaurants make is also included.
In-depth look at break-even calculations for restaurants including how to calculate it more effectively, why break-even matters so much and what common mistakes can occur.
Eight key areas of insight on how operators can protect margin, improve efficiency, and keep more of every dollar they earn without hurting the guest experience.
In this episode, Roger Beaudoin of Restaurant Rockstars explains the crucial concept of prime cost in the restaurant industry (the combined percentage of food, beverage, and labor costs relative to
Use this checklist to assess and upgrade your restaurant's performance in the areas that matter most. Print it. Share it. Revisit it monthly.
Areas covered:
* Staffing, Leadership &
As the dawn of a new year unfolds, small business owners find themselves at a pivotal juncture — a moment to reflect on past achievements, learn from challenges, and strategically chart
LIVE EVENT was 12/3/25 (RR members have unlimited access to the replay)
Get ready to kick off 2026 with a clear, profitable game plan for your restaurant. In
Running a restaurant in 2026 means operating in constant uncertainty. Labor costs won't stop climbing. Customer expectations keep changing. And somewhere in all that chaos, you need to
