Episodes

  • Embracing Tech and AI to Elevate the Customer and Employee Experience

    Embracing Tech and AI to Elevate the Customer and Employee Experience
    Nov 13 2024
    Join Aaron Novashen, CEO of Starbird, as he reveals how his fast-casual restaurant chain is revolutionizing the industry through AI and technology integration. Learn how Starbird achieves remarkable efficiency with 85% digital orders, uses predictive analytics for production, and maintains exceptional employee retention by implementing tech solutions that enhance both guest and staff experiences. Discover practical insights on balancing high-tech innovations with genuine hospitality in this must-watch episode for restaurant professionals.

    RestaurantTech #AIinHospitality #FutureOfDining
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    📈 Learn More ~ Restaurant Power Index featuring the top 50 brands' performance in consumer sentiment based on 12 performance markers in food, service, and overall brand consumer sentiment. The RPI features historical and current sentiment analysis for key brands based on the overall market sentiment data. Subscribe for weekly reports on the top brands in the restaurant industry. https://www.savor.fm/restaurant-power-index

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    35 mins
  • Fast Casual 2025 Trends

    Fast Casual 2025 Trends
    Nov 6 2024
    Industry experts Paul Barron, Rudy Miick, and Paul Molinari discuss the evolving fast-casual restaurant landscape on Restaurant Masterminds podcast, emphasizing the critical need for brand differentiation, operational consistency, and unique value propositions. The conversation explores emerging opportunities in health-conscious and allergen-friendly dining, while highlighting challenges in managing food costs and maintaining brand identity. Key insights include the struggles of established chains like Chipotle and Cava to distinguish themselves, the importance of reliable customer experiences, and the potential growth in specialized dietary segments, all while keeping core costs under control to deliver perceived value.

    FastCasualDining #RestaurantInnovation #FoodServiceTrends
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    📈 Learn More ~ Restaurant Power Index featuring the top 50 brands' performance in consumer sentiment based on 12 performance markers in food, service, and overall brand consumer sentiment. The RPI features historical and current sentiment analysis for key brands based on the overall market sentiment data. Subscribe for weekly reports on the top brands in the restaurant industry. https://www.savor.fm/restaurant-power-index

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    51 mins
  • The Impact of a TikTok Ban For Restaurants

    The Impact of a TikTok Ban For Restaurants
    Oct 24 2024
    TikTok has emerged as a transformative force in the restaurant industry, with 53% of millennial users visiting restaurants they discover on the platform. The app contributes $24 billion to GDP and supports 224,000 American jobs, while potentially generating nearly $1 billion in annual restaurant sales through its influence. Its success in the food service sector stems from its visual appeal, authentic content, viral potential, and user-generated content, making it an essential marketing tool for modern restaurants.

    #FoodTikTok #RestaurantMarketing #DiningTrends

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    📈 Learn More ~ Restaurant Power Index featuring the top 50 brands' performance in consumer sentiment based on 12 performance markers in food, service, and overall brand consumer sentiment. The RPI features historical and current sentiment analysis for key brands based on the overall market sentiment data. Subscribe for weekly reports on the top brands in the restaurant industry. https://www.savor.fm/restaurant-power-index

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    41 mins
  • The Gen Z Factor: Transforming Your Restaurant's Culture

    The Gen Z Factor: Transforming Your Restaurant's Culture
    Oct 2 2024
    Building Gen Z teams in the restaurant industry requires a fresh approach to recruitment, retention, and management. Industry experts emphasize the importance of quick hiring processes, clear communication, and creating a purposeful work environment. Gen Z employees value instant feedback, recognition, and opportunities for growth. Successful restaurants are adapting by leveraging technology, fostering inclusive cultures, and providing clear paths for career development. Leaders must be adaptable, transparent about company values, and continuously reinforce the organization's mission. By understanding generational differences and commonalities, restaurants can create workplaces that appeal to Gen Z while benefiting team members across all generations, ultimately building stronger, more engaged teams in a challenging labor market.

    GenZWorkforce #RestaurantHR #FutureOfHospitality
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    📈 Learn More ~ Restaurant Power Index featuring the top 50 brands' performance in consumer sentiment based on 12 performance markers in food, service, and overall brand consumer sentiment. The RPI features historical and current sentiment analysis for key brands based on the overall market sentiment data. Subscribe for weekly reports on the top brands in the restaurant industry. https://www.savor.fm/restaurant-power-index

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    42 mins
  • Technology Is About To Change Restaurants Forever!

    Technology Is About To Change Restaurants Forever!
    Sep 27 2024
    The restaurant industry is experiencing significant changes, with major chains like Chipotle investing in innovative technologies such as collaborative robots and autonomous delivery vehicles. However, challenges persist, exemplified by BurgerFi's bankruptcy filing, signaling potential market consolidation in the fast casual segment. The blurring lines between QSRs and fast casual concepts are intensifying competition, while economic pressures may impact consumer spending habits. Franchising and refranchising strategies are being explored as ways to generate cash and reduce costs. As the industry looks towards 2025, success will likely depend on a brand's ability to innovate, clearly communicate its value proposition, and adapt to evolving consumer preferences.

    RestaurantInnovation #FastCasualChallenges #FoodTechTrends
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    📈 Learn More ~ Restaurant Power Index featuring the top 50 brands' performance in consumer sentiment based on 12 performance markers in food, service, and overall brand consumer sentiment. The RPI features historical and current sentiment analysis for key brands based on the overall market sentiment data. Subscribe for weekly reports on the top brands in the restaurant industry. https://www.savor.fm/restaurant-power-index

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    50 mins
  • Food Delivery Strategy with Wildflower CEO

    Food Delivery Strategy with Wildflower CEO
    Sep 18 2024
    Louis Basile, founder of Wildflower Bakery, shared insights on the company's evolution in delivery services, hospitality, and continuous improvement. From its roots in a family diner to embracing modern delivery platforms, Wildflower has adapted to changing consumer needs while maintaining a focus on quality and efficiency. The company strategically manages its delivery menu, emphasizes hospitality towards drivers, and uses technology to ensure order accuracy. Wildflower's commitment to fostering a positive work environment, celebrating successes, and encouraging open communication has been key to its growth and customer satisfaction.

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    📈 Learn More ~ Restaurant Power Index featuring the top 50 brands' performance in consumer sentiment based on 12 performance markers in food, service, and overall brand consumer sentiment. The RPI features historical and current sentiment analysis for key brands based on the overall market sentiment data. Subscribe for weekly reports on the top brands in the restaurant industry. https://www.savor.fm/restaurant-power-index

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    35 mins
  • Technology and How To Use It For Growth

    Technology and How To Use It For Growth
    Sep 12 2024
    The restaurant industry is embracing technological advancements, with AI and personalization leading the way. Mitesh Gala of Altametrics highlights the development of AI-powered systems for data analysis and the increasing use of personalized experiences in restaurants. While technology offers cost-cutting opportunities, Gala emphasizes the importance of using it to improve worker productivity and compensation. He advises independent restaurants to focus on product quality and customer service while adapting to changing consumer preferences for convenience and value. Ultimately, the goal is to leverage technology to enhance the human element in restaurants, creating better experiences for customers and employees alike.
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    41 mins
  • How Women Are The New Restaurant Leaders

    How Women Are The New Restaurant Leaders
    Sep 5 2024
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    In a recent podcast episode at the Prosper Forum, which is creating a buzz in the restaurant business world, two powerhouse women shared their insights on how females can excel in leadership roles. Amy Hom of Barcelona Wine Bar and Robin Blanchette of Norton Creative sat down to discuss three critical tactics that can propel women to the top of their fields.

    📈 Learn More ~ Restaurant Power Index featuring the top 50 brands' performance in consumer sentiment based on 12 performance markers in food, service, and overall brand consumer sentiment. The RPI features historical and current sentiment analysis for key brands based on the overall market sentiment data. Subscribe for weekly reports on the top brands in the restaurant industry. https://www.savor.fm/restaurant-power-index

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    34 mins