Back of House News

This week, we discuss text message marketing and how restaurants are using it to boost profits.

This week, we discuss questions to ask yourself when it comes to your restaurant's software with Back of House technology consultant Josh Hartley.Have questions about the right software for your restaurant? Visit http://backofhouse.io/consults to sign up for a free 30-minute consultation.

This week, we discuss how to use professional development offerings as a tool to reduce turnover and show staff you value their growth.

This week, we discuss the value of employee incentive programs and how to start one at your own restaurant.

This week, we welcome back Tyler Booth, Director of Investments at Relish Works, to discuss the latest interest rate hike and what the current economic forecast looks like for the restaurant industry.

This week, we discuss AI-powered phone answering software and how it's helping restaurants generate more transactions.

This week, we discuss how to make your restaurant's CPG line a success.

This week, we discuss how restaurants are putting to use mobile communication platforms such as Slack in order to make their operations more efficient.

This week, we discuss one of the biggest restaurant trends of the year – experiential dining – along with ideas any restaurant can use to make their own experience more engaging.

This week, we discuss TikTok and tips for marketing your restaurant on the video-driven platform.

This week, we welcome back Tyler Booth, Director of Investments at Relish Works, to discuss the latest interest rate hike and what the current economic forecast looks like for the restaurant industry.

This week, we discuss tax tips every restaurant operator should know in advance of this year's filing season.

This week, we discuss dynamic pricing and how it could impact the restaurant industry.

This week, we discuss the top restaurant trends we have our eye on for 2023.

This week, we discuss the concept of virtual brands and ways restaurants can team up with those already in existence.

This week, we welcome back Tyler Booth, Director of Investments at Relish Works, to discuss the latest economic news and whether they indicate that the worst of inflation woes could be over.

This week, we discuss ways to improve returns on restaurant loyalty program giveaways and rewards.

This week, we discuss the announcement that what's left of the Restaurant Revitalization Fund is finally being distributed.

This week, we discuss the Independent Restaurant Coalition's expansion, and how the organization is continuing to help restaurants as we gradually move into a post-pandemic climate.

This week, we discuss how to launch and manage a successful restaurant gift card program.

This week, we discuss the latest economic outlook and what restaurant operators can take from it with Tyler Booth, Director of Investments at Relish Works.

This week, we discuss the Independent Restaurant Coalition's expansion, and how the organization is continuing to help restaurants as we gradually move into a post-pandemic climate.

This week, we discuss tips for conducting a more effective interview when looking to fill a position in your restaurant.

This week, we discuss how to navigate contracts with third party delivery platforms and where there may be room for negotiation.

This week, we discuss the latest economic conditions facing the restaurant industry with Relish Works Director of Investments, Tyler Booth.

This week, we discuss the do's and don'ts of raising restaurant menu prices.

This week, we discuss the future of QR codes across the restaurant industry.

This week, we discuss how to design a restaurant that attracts great employees.

This week, we discuss the passing of California's FAST Act and the broader implications for the restaurant industry?

This week, we discuss a major piece of restaurant legislation headed for a vote in California, and its implications for the industry.

This week, we discuss how to spot a fake Google review and the importance of keeping an eye on customer reviews.

This week, we discuss the recent report showing a slowdown in inflation, and whether some relief could be on the way for restaurants.

This week, we discuss robo-waiters and which types of restaurants the technology solution is helping most.

This week, we discuss the news that the SBA has yet to distribute a reported $180 million from the Restaurant Revitalization Fund, and what it means.

This week, we discuss lessons learned from Season Two of Back of House's OTHER podcast, So You Want to Run a Restaurant.

This week, we discuss some of the ways technology is saving money for restaurant operators.

This week, we discuss ways restaurant operators can plan for a potential recession.

This week, we discuss ways restaurant operators can accelerate the hiring process.

This week, we discuss how to navigate working with social media influencers to promote your restaurant.

This week, we discuss the future of automation in the restaurant industry.

This week, we discuss the evolution of loyalty programs in the restaurant industry and the keys to succeeding with one in 2022.

This week, we take a look at some of the recent economic indicators restaurants should be watching closely with Tyler Booth, Director of Investments at Relish Works.

This week, we discuss the different ways record-high gas prices are having an impact on the restaurant industry.

This week, we discuss the benefits of trimming down a restaurant menu and how to strategically go about doing it.

This week, we discuss ghost kitchens, and the growing trend of new brands using virtual concepts as a stepping stone towards a brick-and-mortar.

This week, we discuss investment crowdfunding, a relatively new fundraising model for restaurants that's growing in popularity.

This week, we talk about the latest price hikes among major players in the restaurant industry and what it indicates for independent operators.

This week, we take a deeper look behind the latest inflation data and what it means for the restaurant industry with our guest, Tyler Booth, investment lead at Relish Works.

This week, we discuss a few sustainability innovations we're seeing emerging in the industry, from reusable delivery containers to a way for restaurants to turn food waste into profit.

This week, we discuss a new round of restaurant relief that was passed by the House last Thursday. Plus the latest development in third-party delivery lawsuits and an AI solution to help with your morning coffee.

This week, we discuss the implications of the latest jobs report, a big change from Yelp, and startling news around the egg supply.