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#LetRestaurantsCook aligns perfectly with what we stand for: simplifying operations to deliver incredible guest experiences. Because, restaurants are at their best when they’re focused on guests—not overwhelmed by operations. 🙌 Here’s to a future where great food and great experiences lead the way.

The restaurant world is evolving, and 2025 is shaping up to be a year of bold flavors and fresh ideas. Check out these 9 food trends influencing the future of the restaurant industry, and see which one inspires you the most.

Successful brands know where to focus. 🎯 The Restaurant Ops Excellence Scorecard helps you prioritize key areas of your operations, so you can grow confidently and efficiently. 📈 Where do you stand? Find out now: https://lnkd.in/e8FyV_ek ⬅️

Absolutely loving the holiday vibes and insights from the BDR team! 🎄💡

Operators will always have to contend with varying food and labor costs, but this beloved brand's commitment to customer satisfaction and ops excellence remains constant. Five Guys decreased their food cost variance to less than 1% across 1,700+ locations. Learn how they did it: https://lnkd.in/eVS9dU_n To learn more, sign up for our next Inventory Management Product Tour taking place this Wednesday, December 11th, at 1:00 PM ET/10:00 AM PT. https://lnkd.in/edYHUt8m

3 Essential Food Safety Tips for International Restaurant Leaders: 1️⃣ Reduce the Risk of "Pencil Whipping" to Ensure Authentic Compliance 2️⃣ Establish Universal Yet Adaptable Food Safety Practices 3️⃣ Conduct Regular, Culturally-Sensitive Food Safety Audits In an increasingly global restaurant landscape, upholding food safety standards has never been more important. For restaurant operators the challenges of maintaining consistent and reliable food safety practices only grow as brands expand into new regions. Local regulations, workforce dynamics, and cultural nuances all play a role in food safety protocols, making it critical for international leaders to adopt a proactive, adaptable approach. Learn more on our blog: https://lnkd.in/eGe9fSAn

Minimum wage hikes are coming to 60+ jurisdictions in 2025. Here's what you need to know: ⏱️ It’s time to prepare for changes to minimum wage rates that will impact store locations. ⚖️ Laws surrounding wages are regularly evolving at the state and local levels, and staying on top of this legislation is critical for operators to maintain compliance. 📈 As you prepare for 2025, you should be aware of how these changes could impact your restaurant operation. Review the map below to see if your store locations will be impacted, and check out our latest blog to learn more: https://lnkd.in/eEKTMp3t

3 tips for creating holiday schedules for your restaurants: 1️⃣ Tailor your forecast to the holiday or event 2️⃣ Use blackout dates to manage time-off requests 3️⃣ Be prepared for last minute schedule changes Learn more in our blog: https://lnkd.in/ehfdGyxA

🚨 It's official: SPB Hospitality—nationwide operator of more than 500 locations across 15 diverse brands—is this year's Ops Excellence Award Winner. At our recent 2024 Ops Summit, SPB Hospitality was voted the winner by attendees, and for good reason: ✨ Reduced food cost by up to 2.1% ✨ Cut inventory time by 50% ✨ Saved an estimated $7M annually SPB Hospitality’s achievements show how operational excellence can translate into significant cost savings and stronger guest experiences. A big shoutout to Michael Matos and the entire SPB team for setting the standard! Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/egNK_U8F

As chains expand into new locations and regions, ensuring the seamless execution of tasks and SOPs can become increasingly complex. Different cultural expectations, workforce dynamics, and regulatory environments add layers of challenge that international brands must navigate thoughtfully to succeed. To expand successfully in multiple regions, restaurants must go beyond creating SOPs—they need to ensure these standards are communicated, enforced, and adaptable to local contexts. Learn more in our blog: https://lnkd.in/ebeAZ5zW