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Bartech Launches Wall-Mounted eFridge Minibar Solution, Enhancing Guest Experiences and Hotel Design Efficiency
Bartech | October 30, 2024
New slim-line automated minibar option increases F&B profitability while providing a more modern and stylish approach to in-room design. Las Vegas — October 30, 2024 — Bartech, the leading global provider of automatic minibar solutions, has announced the latest addition to its product line with the launch of its innovative Flat eFridge minibar solution. Designed to enhance both hotel design flexibility and operational efficiency with its sleek, modern minimalistic aesthetic, the Flat eFridge is set to transform hotels in-room F&B services by ensuring heightened profitability and guest satisfaction. The most recent addition to ...
The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort Welcomes New Executive Chef Chris Johnson
The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort | October 29, 2024
SIMONS ISLAND, GA (October 29, 2024)—The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort, aMMI Hotel Groupproperty, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Chef Chris Johnson as the new executive chef. Chef Johnson will lead the culinary team for the resort's signature restaurant, ECHO, as well as banquet dining and other outlets across the campus. His arrival marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for the resort, with an emphasis on elevating the resort’s culinary presentation across the board. Chef Johnson first discovered his passion for the food and beverage industry at fourteen, gaining extensive experience working in restauran...
BirchStreet Extends Partnership With Sodexo North America as Preferred Procure-to-Pay Technology Partner
BirchStreet Systems | October 29, 2024
Renewed strategic partnership agreement highlights continued trust and innovation LAS VEGAS – October 29th, 2024 - BirchStreet Systems, a leading provider of cloud-based procure-to-pay solutions for the hospitality industry, announces the extension of a partnership agreement with Sodexo North America, a leading provider of sustainable food and integrated facilities management. The renewed multi-year agreement highlights the ongoing relationship between two companies, reinforcing the trust and collaboration built over the years. BirchStreet Systems has been one of Sodexo North America’s partners of choice for many years, currently servic...
BirchStreet Appoints Phil Beck as GM, BirchStreet Pay
BirchStreet | October 22, 2024
LAS VEGAS – October 22, 2024 – BirchStreet Systems, a leading global SaaS provider and network for Hospitality procure-to-pay (P2P) and F&B services, today announced the appointment of Phil Beck as EVP & General Manager of its BirchStreet Pay business. Designed for the unique needs of the hospitality industry, the BirchStreet Pay solution helps customers streamline payment processes with increased visibility and enhanced spend control. As the latest addition to its executive leadership team, the appointment of Beck to drive the overall vision and strategy and enhance Pay product and technology is intended to further position Bir...
Ultimate All-In-One Solution Coming to ‘The Hospitality Show’ From Silverware
Silverware | October 22, 2024
Operating as a single platform, Silverware will spotlight a unique integration to Maestro PMS (plus embedded payments) that goes beyond a simple interface and unifies the guest journey across operations; Visit them in San Antonio Oct. 28-30 in Booth #1559 Markham, Ontario, October 22, 2024 — Next week Silverware POS will showcase unique industry integration with Maestro PMS that unifies the guest booking experience and stay journey across all operations. At The Hospitality Show, to be held October 28 to 30 at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center, a sophisticated All-In-One solution that synchronizes both systems on a shared dat...
Appetite for Travel? Ramada Seeks Chief Eats Officer to Uncover World’s Greatest Cultural Delights
Ramada by Wyndham | October 4, 2024
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Oct. 4, 2024-- Imagine wandering through the markets of Türkiye, soaking in the serene landscapes of California and exploring the vibrant streets of Panama. Now, imagine experiencing all these destinations on a single, unforgettable, global journey, snapping incredible photos along the way. One lucky adventurer will do just that as the Ramada by Wyndham Chief Eats Officer ("CEO"), embarking on a worldwide adventure. The cherry on top? Get paid $15,000 while doing it. Spanning 75 countries, Ramada—one of the world's most recognized hotel brands— is homebase for travelers looking for unforgettable bucket-list...
Optimizing Menu Engineering for the Hospitality Industry
James Samson | October 3, 2024
Menu engineering is an essential practice in the hospitality industry, particularly for food and beverage operations. It involves the strategic design and analysis of menus to maximize profitability and customer satisfaction. By applying best practices and leveraging hard data, hospitality businesses can enhance their menus to drive revenue and improve guest experiences. Strategies for Effective Menu Engineering 1. Menu Item Categorization: Stars, Plow Horses, Puzzles, and Dogs The foundation of menu engineering lies in categorizing menu items based on their popularity and profitability: Stars: High popularity, high profitability. ...
Hospitality Financial Leadership: Managing F&B Expenses and How to Record Them on Your P&L
David Lund | September 30, 2024
As I have said in many of my earlier posts, Food and Beverage is special. And I mean that with all sincerity because it's an integral part of our business especially with a full service offering. However, there are challenges that we need to overcome and one big one is how to report the profit and loss activity so that it is as meaningful as possible. I say “possible” because there are no absolute methods to get 100% of the picture that really work. Many try to get and stay on top of their costs and payroll and that’s the right thing to do. The reality is that it’s never going to be perfect. It’s not going to be perfect because w...
