65% of Understaffed Restaurants Reduced Hours: How to Thrive with a Smaller Workforce

Labor shortages continue to challenge the restaurant industry, with 65% of understaffed restaurants reducing hours. However, independent operators can adapt by implementing strategies that maintain service quality, even with fewer employees.

Here are four key strategies to help your restaurant thrive during tough times. 

Leverage a Digital Procurement Network for Instant Savings

Cutting costs is crucial when operating with fewer hands. A digital procurement network connects you to suppliers with pre-negotiated discounts, offering instant savings on essential items. By joining Dining Alliance, you gain access to: 

  • 165,000+ rebated line items for comprehensive savings. 
  • 350+ manufacturer contracts for the best pricing. 
  • $60+ billion in network transactions to secure better rates and reliable supply.

Automating your purchasing and streamlining the supply chain can ease your team’s burden and keep costs low.

Implement the right restaurant tech stack

With 47% of operators predicting tech solutions to labor challenges will become more common, the right restaurant tech stack can streamline processes and reduce manual work. Dining Alliance offers solutions to help: 

By integrating back-office technology into your workflow, you reduce labor needs and improve operational efficiency. 

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use fresh solutions to source local and sustainable produce

Maintaining a fresh menu can be difficult during labor shortages, but sourcing local and sustainable produce can make a difference. Dining Alliance provides: 

  • Produce Technology: Tools to track freshness and reduce waste.
  • Produce Sourcing: Access to local growers for fresh ingredients. 
  • Pricing: Competitive rates on high-quality produce. 
  • Food Safety: Work with trusted suppliers who prioritize safety. 
  • Grower-Shippers: Reliable partners who deliver fresh, sustainable products.

Sourcing locally keeps your menu fresh and appealing to customers who value sustainability. 

partner with restaurant experts to prevent disruptions

Managing the supply chain effectively is critical to avoiding disruptions that can impact your service. Dining Alliance helps you: 

  • Inventory Management: Maintain real-time visibility of stock levels. 
  • Supplier Relationships: Access reliable, high-quality products. 
  • Pricing Stability: Lock in stable pricing with protective contracts. 
  • Supply Chain Visibility: Track your supply chain from order to delivery. 
  • Problem Resolution: Quickly resolve issues and minimize disruptions.

Partnering with supply chain experts allows you to stay proactive and ensure smooth operations. 

Labor shortages don’t have to spell disaster for your restaurant. Partner with Dining Alliance to thrive with a smaller workforce. Fill out the form below to get started and position your restaurant for long-term success. 

 

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