Outdoor Dining: Safety Considerations for Restaurants

Plastic out door dining bubbles with tables and chairs inside to make for safe COVID-19 dining at restaurantsDespite the opposing forces of tightening COVID-19 restrictions and the beginning of a long and cold season, restaurants are seeking ways to stay operational. Many restaurant owners are considering outdoor dining structures – such as yurts, pods, and tents – to keep customers warm while also limiting COVID-19 exposure. However, there’s the risk of numerous legal and safety repercussions should a restaurant neglect the proper precautions. It’s vital that business owners carefully evaluate the viability of outdoor dining and the overall safety considerations for restaurants. [Read more…]

Expenses to Consider for Your Food Truck Business Plan

A blonde woman wearing a mask and apron working on a food truck, drizzling sauce onto a boxed mealUp until the pandemic, the food truck industry was one of the best-performing divisions of the foodservice sector. People love to experiment with gourmet food with more speed and convenience than offered at traditional restaurants. Even amid this crisis, food trucks are finding creative ways to generate income, such as pairing with local breweries and promoting their presence in towns across the state. If you’re eager to actualize your dream of joining the industry, there are few expenses to consider for your food truck business plan. [Read more…]

Tips to Follow When Starting a Restaurant Delivery Service

A delivery driver wearing a mask holding boxes of pizza.COVID-19 has forced many businesses to diversify their services in order to maintain income. Restaurants, in particular, are turning to delivery to keep their business afloat until they can reopen their dining room. If you are considering or have already begun a delivery service, some procedures must be adopted to ensure the wellbeing of your employees, customers, and business. Read our recommended tips to follow when starting a restaurant delivery service to mitigate any potential risks. [Read more…]