Season change means more than just one more (or one less) outer layer for your restaurant. It can have a profound effect on your sales, good or bad. Are you ready for what next season will bring? Whether your restaurant is getting ready for snow drifts or the busiest summer season yet, being prepared is
Planning Your Restaurant’s New Year's Eve (and When Enough is Enough)
With the year coming to an end, there’s still time to hold holiday-focused events at your restaurant. And one of the most popular is easily the classic New Year’s Eve party. However, while a big event can reap great rewards, there are some major hurdles to consider when executing NYE events at your restaurant. Make
Hire, Train, Retain, Discipline: Restaurant Management for Success
The restaurant industry has an average 66.3% turnover rate. That means for every three employees you have right now, you’ll probably replace two of them within a year. Think about that for a minute. The time and expense it takes to constantly re-hire and re-train can take its toll on your restaurant management. Avoid the
How to Reduce Your Restaurant Labor Costs and Save Money
On average, three out of every four employees in your restaurant won’t be with you this time next year. And it’s going to cost you big. Do you have the extra money to lose when employees leave? In our brand-new eBook, we walk through how to forecast your restaurant labor costs accurately, and then pinpoint
Rakuten Partners with Rewards Network to Launch New Dining Program
Rakuten and Rewards Network, the largest dining loyalty program in the U.S., are teaming up for Rakuten Dining, a new partnership program offering consumers an introductory 5% Cash Back on dining at more than 10,000 restaurants nationwide. Available on the Rakuten app, Rakuten Dining offers Rakuten members a seamless way to earn Cash Back for
How Your Restaurant Can Plan for the Holidays and Improve Profits
The holiday season can add up to big business and profits for restaurants, but it can also mean additional complications when it comes to planning ahead and managing the holiday schedule. Here are a few tips and ideas for how restaurant and bar owners can ensure the holiday season runs smoothly for guests and employees,
How to Make the Most of the Holiday Rush
There’s a good chance your restaurant is about to get super busy for the holidays. But are you ready? We have compiled 12 quick tips designed to drive more profit and keep your restaurant running smoothly when customers start looking for a place to celebrate this season, focusing on: Menu Operations Staffing Marketing Download this
How to Balance the Challenges and Opportunities of Off-Premise Dining
The demand for food delivery and takeout is projected to increase by double digits annually for the next five years. This presents an opportunity for restaurateurs to attract new customers and increase sales. However, there are also challenges to overcome to deliver food safely and efficiently In this e-book, we offer tips on how you
PARTY TIME: 12 Ways to Maximize Sales with Summer Events
If your restaurant is not in a location that attracts tourists, you might experience a slowdown during summer months. How can you capitalize on summer holidays, community events, weddings, and graduations to increase your seasonal sales, and attract new and repeat customers? Rewards Network offers 12 tips to prepare your staff, space, and menu to
How Your Restaurant Can Tap into the Staycation Trend
Summer vacation season is here, but not everyone is planning on traveling far. Staycations are a popular alternative for many Americans who prefer to spend their time off closer to home. However, many staycationers still want to feel like they are on holiday even if they are sleeping in their own bed every night. Here
