In the first part of this series, I want to address the most basic standard of comparison on restaurant prices: food. Countless times I have heard and overheard tables say, “I could buy that for X at the grocery store.†While it is true that you can buy beef or chicken at a grocery store […]
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About David Hayden
David Hayden is the creator of The Hospitality Formula Network, a series of websites dedicated to all aspects of the restaurant industry. He is also the author of the book Tips2: Tips For Improving Your Tips and Building Your Brand With Facebook.Author Archive | David Hayden
Why Is Food So Expensive In Restaurants? An Intro
One of the most interesting parts of writing a blog it that you get to see the search engine terms that lead people to finding your site. It is the best information you can get to understand the motivations of your readers. This information drives a great deal of what I write about on this […]
Best Practices for Proper Waste Disposal in Restaurants
Restaurant operations generate a significant amount of waste, including food scraps, packaging materials, and other byproducts. Implementing proper waste disposal practices is essential for maintaining cleanliness, reducing environmental impact, and complying with regulations. In this article, we will discuss some best practices for restaurants to effectively manage and dispose of waste. Separate Waste Streams:Implement a […]
Why I Dislike Yelp And The Other Review Sites (Part Two)
In the previous post, I discussed some of the anecdotal reasons I dislike Yelp and other reviews sites. I think they are bad for the restaurant industry and often showcase misleading reviews without a measure of validity. Since my first job in this business I have been told that a satisfied guest will tell a […]
Why I Hate Yelp And The Other Review Sites (Part One)
I was recently scrolling through my restaurants reviews on one of the major online review sites when I ran across one that looked very familiar. This reviewer spoke of a sandwich that was burnt beyond being edible. She said that she ordered prime rib, but was instead served flank steak. She continued to claim that […]
About The Author
David Hayden was born and raised in Kansas City, Missouri. He took his first serving job in 1996. Since that time, he has worked for over a dozen different restaurant companies. He has held both hourly and salaried positions at independent and corporate restaurants. He has waited on over 100,000 guests and trained hundreds of servers. He has been named "Best Server in Kansas City" the last three years by the local weekly paper.