Crunchtime News and Culture Sneak Peek: Crunchtime’s 2024 Ops Excellence Awards Finalists Sep 23, 2024 | 3 min read Discover the finalists of Crunchtime’s 2024 Ops Excellence Awards and learn how these top restaurant groups achieved operational excellence. Don’t miss their inspiring success stories! Read more
Training and Talent Development How Common Restaurant Training and Development Challenges Can Disrupt Location Growth Oct 9, 2024 | 3 min read Discover strategies to overcome common restaurant training challenges and achieve operational excellence, ensuring consistent employee development and growth across all locations. Read more
Operational Excellence Customer Spotlight: Sizzling Platter’s Learning and Development Specialist, Matthew Smith Oct 7, 2024 | 3 min read Gain insight into how Sizzling Platter's Learning and Development Specialist Matthew Smith deals with the challenges of managing eight different brands Read more
Operational Excellence 3 Common Challenges with Tasks and SOPs that Can Obstruct Unit Growth Oct 2, 2024 | 3 min read Discover strategies to overcome operational challenges in restaurants by enhancing task management and SOPs for consistent growth and exceptional guest experiences. Read more
Labor and Scheduling Introducing Shift Attestation: A New Way to Collect Employee Feedback Oct 2, 2024 | 3 min read With Shift Attestation from Crunchtime, employees can now submit feedback in a survey-style questionnaire at the end of their shift. Read more
Crunchtime News and Culture Crunchtime Connect Recap: Inspired and Ready to Take on the Future Sep 30, 2024 | 2 min read Join us as we recap Crunchtime Connect 2024 in Boston, where global teams united to foster collaboration, build bonds, and spark innovation for our future. Read more
Operational Excellence How Challenges with Restaurant Labor and Scheduling Can Slow Growth Sep 26, 2024 | 3 min read Learn how to overcome common restaurant labor and scheduling challenges to support your team, keep customers happy, and grow your brand confidently. Read more
Crunchtime News and Culture Sneak Peek: Crunchtime’s 2024 Ops Excellence Awards Finalists Sep 23, 2024 | 3 min read Discover the finalists of Crunchtime’s 2024 Ops Excellence Awards and learn how these top restaurant groups achieved operational excellence. Don’t miss their inspiring success stories! Read more
Food Costs and Inventory 4 Common Inventory and Food Cost Challenges that Stifle Restaurant Growth Sep 17, 2024 | 3 min read Learn how managing inventory and food costs can drive restaurant growth. Discover how brands like sweetgreen are achieving operational excellence for rapid expansion. Read more
Labor and Scheduling 9 Tips to Up Your Labor Scheduling Game from Restaurant Experts Sep 16, 2024 | 9 min read 9 tips from operational leaders in the food service industry to improve labor and scheduling management with a comprehensive restaurant management software Read more
Operational Excellence Top Strategies for Restaurant Brands to Achieve their Growth Goals with Confidence Sep 10, 2024 | 3 min read Discover the key strategies for restaurant brands to achieve growth goals confidently by focusing on operational excellence. Learn from high-growth brands and prioritize key operational areas for success. Read more
Labor and Scheduling Labor Laws Made Easy for Restaurants: Introducing Compliance Reporting Sep 5, 2024 | 4 min read New report tracks over 1,000 labor laws nationwide to help restaurant operators maintain compliance, with less effort. Read more
Industry Trends and Perspectives [At FSTEC] Innovation Forum on Tech Priorities for 2025 Sep 4, 2024 | 4 min read Join us at FSTEC for this Innovation Forum on hot tech topics for 2025 featuring leaders from Ascent Hospitality, Golden Corral, and OTG Management. Read more