Owning a restaurant might seem like fun, but how much do restaurant owners make? Find out the national ranges and averages as well as expert pointers.
February 11, 2021
The need for businesses to adapt, innovate, and work cooperatively has never been more pertinent. The challenges of the pandemic inspired Earls to make impactful changes.
Making a restaurant more efficient is a continual effort, fortunately, creating a restaurant maintenance checklist is one of the most cost effective ways to do it!
April 20, 2021
Fresh off their 30th Year anniversary, Hart House has been described as an idyllic, charming and inviting restaurant – and those characteristics don’t come without merit.
December 10, 2020
Restaurant labor laws are important to understand because failing to comply with them can expose you to unnecessary risk and bring about legal and ethical issues.
August 8, 2020
Compliance mistakes in restaurants are not uncommon. To avoid legal issues from arising, make sure you understand and adhere to these relevant laws and requirements.
April 8, 2021
If you’re considering adding or changing your staff uniforms, it’s important to think about how these changes may affect your business, employees, and customers.
Restaurant margins are thin and the unnecessary costs behind of a no-show can range from labor costs for overstaffing employees to food waste and costs.
The holidays bring extra business and opportunity for restaurants, but the full reservation book can bring chaos, so it is key to have your restaurant operations on lock.
April 19, 2021
Before you open a new restaurant, you need a few things. Finding equipment is no small feat, from kitchen wear to the floor - here's how to get set up for success.
The holiday season marks one of the busiest and exciting times of the year for many restaurants. Here are 5 tips to have a smooth and profitable holiday season!
Keep your team motivated by giving them training, a “why”, and a goal to work toward. Employees who do their job well are more likely to boost restaurant sales.
Restaurant margins are low. That means, every decision matters. In this article, we explore some common hidden restaurant profit killers and how to fix them!
How do you cut restaurant costs? On average, the net profit margin is 5%-15%. Why? Because costs are high: payroll, rent, utilities, credit fees, and food add up.
Are you wondering if your restaurant should choose an in-house, or third-party food delivery service? Here are some of the pros and cons of both options.
March 2, 2021
Whether you’re a restaurant manager, staff, or owner, your ultimate goal is to offer a fantastic dining experience to guests, that keeps them coming back.
The number of items your customer's order isn't where you'll find your biggest profit generator, instead consider working on how to keep those guests coming back.
Restaurant noise levels and sound can be tricky. Too quiet can be awkward for diners, but too loud can be obnoxious. Here is how to find the balance.
Environmentally friendly restaurants are essential in the 21st century with the need to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions. It's time to go green, with these 5 steps.
So you decided to open a restaurant! To reach your goal of a brick-and-mortar restaurant business, you’ll have to work closely with a restaurant contractor.
Did you know that you can entice customers to spend more by using these psychological tricks on your menu? Read on for 3 science-backed tips you can start using now!
Restaurants fail for a lot of reasons. Poor management, bad timing, Here is how to ensure you save money while opening a restaurant by planning ahead.
It can be daunting when navigating the waters of restaurant leasing. Whether your restaurant business is brand new or you are moving, keep these leasing terms in mind.
Kitchen staff are one of the hardest employees to hire, retain and replace. Hire smart by asking these 3 BOH interview questions before hiring a new team member,
Running a restaurant is a tricky business, that is why you need an all-in-one restaurant solution! Let's explore some reasons why it's the right choice.
January 26, 2021
The best POS system out there for you is dependent on your business model! The key is finding something that is flexible to your restaurant.
Restaurant management is more than just evaluating numbers. This is where real-time data comes in. Instead of solely focusing on numbers learn what else matters.
With a quick weekend trip to one of the most beautiful cities in the world, one of the must-see areas is Yaletown. Once an old warehouse district, Yaletown is now one of the trendiest areas of Vancouver.
February 4, 2021
Seriously, we love restaurant reports. They’re valuable pieces of information that allow you to look at your business collectively, without bias.
The story behind Rosemary Rocksalt? Two successful entrepreneurs, and two bagel aficionados. Join us as we share the story behind our clients at Rosemary Rocksalt.
Profit is the amount of financial gain when we subtract our expenses from our sales. That sounds simple enough, we just need to make more sales than we spend, but how?
Once again voted the best Wine Festival and Event of 2017 by The Georgia Straight. These are the top 5 wine bars in Vancouver, in 2018.
Skip the fine dining this year and opt to dine at one of Vancouver's casual restaurants. Here are some of our favorite casual restaurants we recommend you try!
Vancouver is the home to multiple professional sports teams, but tickets can be steep! The next best thing? Grab a group and head to one of these sports bars!
In the foodservice, retail, and hourly employee industries, labor costs are one of the biggest challenges you will ever face, next to the cost of goods.
Authentic, affordable, and addictive. Three words that perfectly describe Levetto from the mouth of CEO and President, Kam Zahedi. and business partner Shahir Massoud.
Dining out can get expensive, and the lull between lunch and dinner can be long and painful.That’s where happy hour comes in – nothing beats a solid meal at an awesome price. Here are six our favorite unique happy hour spots:
The Vancouver Aquarium’s Ocean Wise program is a VanAqua initiative to keep oceans safe by working directly with those in the restaurant industry, and it's growing.
In the restaurant industry, soft skills for managers are crucial to the success of the store. They are keys to managing, hiring, and retaining staff at your store.
Nestled right by the kitchen and behind The Wine Bar’s doors, is where you’ll find chef and co-owner of the renouned Vancouver restaurant Provence Marinaside, Jean Francis Quaglia.
Tilman Fertitta, a billionaire restaurateur, is the CEO, Chairman and sole owner of the Landry’s Inc, an American hospitality company that owns the multiple chains.
When a new restaurant opens, the goal is to be the talk of the town. Here are some tips used by restaurant pros, on how to create buzz around your restaurant.
Nowadays, understanding how to handle negative yelp reviews is really important. You can’t control what customers say, but here's what you can control.
