📝 Use a Shift Prep Checklist

🍽️ What’s Cooking?

Casino Smoking Ban Proposal Sparks Debate

A recent proposal calls for a smoking ban in casinos, urging policymakers to consider how restaurants fit into the mix. The piece highlights that changes in smoking policies may affect dining experiences and revenue. Restaurateurs are now evaluating new ways to adapt their environments in response to these proposals. ​Read more.

🃏 Running a Smoother Kitchen

Use a Shift Prep Checklist

Develop a simple paper or digital checklist for shift changes. This checklist should cover all critical prep tasks—like equipment checks, ingredient counts, and cleaning routines—to help staff transition smoothly. It minimizes errors and speeds up service during busy periods.

🚀 Scaling Up

Adapting to Tariff Pressure

U.S. tariffs have started to affect ingredient prices, prompting restaurants to rethink their cost models. Operators are renegotiating supplier contracts and exploring local sourcing to keep menus profitable. Franchising companies are also tailoring strategies to stay competitive in this challenging market environment.

 🦾 Fresh Ideas

Square’s New Tech Boosts Service at Bluestone Lanes

Square is rolling out an innovative platform across 65 Bluestone Lanes locations. The technology uses real-time data to improve order processing, speed up transactions, and enhance customer engagement. This integration of tech solutions helps streamline operations while keeping a personal touch in service. ​ Read more

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