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The True Cost of Third-Party Delivery for Your Cafe or Restaurant This Summer: Are You Losing $1,000s Per Month?
You’ve probably noticed the surge in delivery orders at your cafe or restaurant, especially as summer heats up. More orders…
14.07.2026
Shifty vs. ZoomShift: Which Free Shift Scheduling App is Best for Your Small Restaurant (July 2026)?
Running a busy cafe or restaurant with 5-30 hourly employees means your time is precious. Every minute spent wrestling with…
13.07.2026
Free Restaurant Health Inspection Checklist Template for Small Cafes & Bars (Summer 2026 Ready)
Summer 2026 is almost here, bringing longer days, bigger crowds, and… the potential for a surprise health inspection. For busy…
12.07.2026
Free Weekly Tip Pooling Spreadsheet Template for Cafes & Bars (Fair Distribution Guide)
Summer rush is here, meaning more customers, more shifts, and definitely more tips. That’s great news, but let’s be honest:…
11.07.2026
Beat the Heat: How to Keep Your Cafe & Restaurant Staff Cool & Productive This Summer (July 2026 Guide)
It’s July 2026. The mercury is climbing, and your small cafe or restaurant is buzzing, but so is the heat…
10.07.2026
How Much Does Losing a Seasonal Barista or Server *Really* Cost Your Cafe This Summer (July 2026)?
Summer in your cafe or restaurant means busy patios, iced lattes flying out the door, and hopefully, a big boost…
09.07.2026
Shifty vs. Planday: Free Shift Scheduling for Small Cafes & Restaurants (July 2026 Comparison)
Don't let manual schedules eat into your precious time. Get organized, empower your staff, and streamline your operations with Shifty's…
08.07.2026
Low-Cost Perks & Benefits to Keep Summer Staff from Quitting Your Cafe or Restaurant (July 2026)
It’s July 2026, the summer rush is in full swing, and your cafe or restaurant is buzzing. But if you’re…
07.07.2026
Free Employee Incident Report Form Template for Small Cafes & Restaurants (PDF/Word)
Let's face it: running a cafe or restaurant means you're wearing about a dozen hats. Manager, chef, accountant, marketer... and…
06.07.2026
How to Turn Your Best Seasonal Staff Into Year-Round Employees (for Cafes & Restaurants in July 2026)
July 2026 is here, and your cafe or restaurant is likely buzzing. But while you're managing the summer rush, don't…
05.07.2026