Grain and Cooking Oil Shortage Ukraine and Russia are the biggest suppliers of cooking oil. Since the war between Ukraine and Russia started, there has been intensified supply chain problems with food and other items. Both countries export around two-thirds of sunflower oil in the world.1 Since this supply chain has been disrupted, the US,Continue reading “Restaurant Supply Chain Issues Continue into 2023”
Category Archives: Supply Chain
Inflation is Changing the Ways Restaurants Operate
As everything gets more expensive, consumers are panicking, and business owners are in a predicament. To cover supply chain costs, restaurant owners need to raise their prices. However, will raising these prices cause them to lose some loyal customers who cannot afford it anymore? With any shift in costs, business owners will see the effectContinue reading “Inflation is Changing the Ways Restaurants Operate”
Navigating the Supply Chain in the Restaurant Industry
Since the start of the pandemic, safety measures such as social distancing, lockdowns and mask-wearing have completely changed our understanding of how consumers spend on food. We saw customers stockpiling on groceries and supplies in homes instead of going out to eat, raising retail sales by 29 percent over the previous year (1). Meanwhile, salesContinue reading “Navigating the Supply Chain in the Restaurant Industry”
Managing Bar Supply Chain During the Covid-19 Pandemic
Every bar manager experiences recurring nightmares of that one delivery day. We all know the one. It is the middle of the lunch rush and trucks keep showing up at the loading dock during times the restaurant has deemed inappropriate for deliveries. The cases of product continue piling up and floor management responsibilities are preventingContinue reading “Managing Bar Supply Chain During the Covid-19 Pandemic”
Responding to COVID-19’s Impact on the Restaurant Supply Chain
by Bora Kang The COVID-19 pandemic has proven to us all just how interconnected our food system is in the US if not, the world. The supply chain failure and the domino effect of its impact have been a wake-up call for even the veterans of the food industry. Nationwide outbreaks have forced manufacturers toContinue reading “Responding to COVID-19’s Impact on the Restaurant Supply Chain”
What’s Packing Your Food? Restaurant Delivery Packaging Trends
A restaurant’s packaging is not just a vehicle for carrying food—it’s a statement that informs customers about your business’s brand and values. According to Technomic, a food industry research firm, 64% of consumers consider high quality packaging an important factor in deciding where to order food (1). And as Alicia McCabe, senior director of FoodContinue reading “What’s Packing Your Food? Restaurant Delivery Packaging Trends”
The Present and Future of Recycling at Restaurants
Consumers seek out “Green Restaurants” By: Guy Pittman There is no questioning the positive impact recycling and waste reduction has on our environment. However, many are curious about the effect is has on their restaurant. Much debate has been circulating around whether the benefits of recycling and composting in restaurants outweighs the effort and expensesContinue reading “The Present and Future of Recycling at Restaurants”
When to Hire a Restaurant Consultant
When restaurants face nagging problems or about to enter a new stage of growth, it is time to consider a consultant. Operating costs, menu execution, customer service, marketing, supply chain or profitability have been troublesome or concerning without any sight of improvement it may be time to consider that assistance. In the long run, theContinue reading “When to Hire a Restaurant Consultant”
Bassetts Ice Cream Now Available in Atlanta
At Goliath Consulting Group we keep an eye out for unique brands that standout and add equity to our clients. Bassetts is one of those brands. Established in 1861 Bassetts is the oldest ice cream company in the US. It’s a high-quality premium product that is in the best restaurants up and down the eastContinue reading “Bassetts Ice Cream Now Available in Atlanta”
Beer Education and Consulting with Brewgasm
Goliath Consulting Group is excited to announce our newest alliance: Anne Fitten Glenn is going to be conducting beer education classes and beer tastings in the Atlanta area. Glenn will also be assisting Goliath with consulting to restaurants on building craft beer lists that compliment the restaurant’s menu. Anne Fitten Glenn (aka Brewgasm) is theContinue reading “Beer Education and Consulting with Brewgasm”