Episodios

  • How AI Voice Orders Will Make or Break Your Restaurant (Oracle Warning)

    How AI Voice Orders Will Make or Break Your Restaurant (Oracle Warning)
    May 22 2025
    The restaurant industry is about to experience a massive technological transformation, and Oracle's Senior Director of Strategy, Amber Trendell, reveals it's happening faster than anyone expected. In this deep dive, we explore how voice AI is revolutionizing drive-thru operations, why 70% of Gen Z customers actually want to be upsold, and how agentic AI systems will soon run restaurants autonomously without human intervention. From license plate recognition triggering personalized offers to AI agents making real-time business decisions across all platforms, this isn't science fiction—it's the reality hitting restaurants within the next 1-3 years. Whether you're a restaurant owner, tech enthusiast, or curious about the future of dining, this analysis breaks down exactly how AI will transform every aspect of the restaurant experience, from ordering to kitchen operations.

    ~This episode is sponsored by: Gusto → https://gusto.pxf.io/PBN ~
    #1 rated HR platform for payroll, benefits, and more
    With Gusto’s easy-to-use platform, you can empower your people and push your business forward. See why over 400,000 businesses choose Gusto.

    #RestaurantTech #VoiceAI #RestaurantAutomation

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    Capital & Advisory: Are you a fast-casual restaurant startup or a technology innovator in the food service industry? Don't miss out on the opportunity to tap into decades of expertise. Reach out to Savor Capital & Advisory now to explore how their seasoned professionals can propel your business forward. Discover if you're eligible to leverage our unparalleled knowledge in food service branding and technology and take your venture to new heights.

    Don't wait – amplify your voice or supercharge your startup's growth today with Savor's ecosystem of industry-leading platforms and advisory services. Visit https://www.savor.fm/capital-advisory
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    38 m
  • Brand Series: How Lime Fresh Mexican Grill is Redefining the Experience

    Brand Series: How Lime Fresh Mexican Grill is Redefining the Experience
    May 16 2025
    Join Restaurant Masterminds hosts Paul Barron and Rudy Miick as they sit down with Patrick Fore, CEO of Lime Fresh Mexican Grill, to explore how this 21-year-old brand is revolutionizing the fresh-mex space. Discover how Lime Fresh 2.0 is blending fast casual convenience with full-service hospitality through their innovative "flex casual" model featuring a full bar program contributing over 20% to revenue. Fore shares insights on creating "Lime Moments" for exceptional hospitality, revitalizing their menu with the "One Whole Lime Project," balancing digital innovation with authentic experiences, and preparing for strategic franchise growth that caters to both millennial and Gen Z consumers.

    ~This episode is sponsored by: Gusto → https://gusto.pxf.io/PBN ~
    #1 rated HR platform for payroll, benefits, and more
    With Gusto’s easy-to-use platform, you can empower your people and push your business forward. See why over 400,000 businesses choose Gusto.

    FreshMexRevolution #FlexCasualDining #RestaurantInnovation

    Get Your Podcast Now! Are you a hospitality or restaurant industry leader looking to amplify your voice and establish yourself as a thought leader? Look no further than SavorFM, the premier podcast platform designed exclusively for hospitality visionaries like you. Take the next step in your industry leadership journey – visit https://www.savor.fm/

    Capital & Advisory: Are you a fast-casual restaurant startup or a technology innovator in the food service industry? Don't miss out on the opportunity to tap into decades of expertise. Reach out to Savor Capital & Advisory now to explore how their seasoned professionals can propel your business forward. Discover if you're eligible to leverage our unparalleled knowledge in food service branding and technology and take your venture to new heights.

    Don't wait – amplify your voice or supercharge your startup's growth today with Savor's ecosystem of industry-leading platforms and advisory services. Visit https://www.savor.fm/capital-advisory
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    41 m
  • BRAND SERIES: Casual Dining's Fight for Survival | Who's Winning, Who's Failing

    BRAND SERIES: Casual Dining's Fight for Survival | Who's Winning, Who's Failing
    May 8 2025
    In this eye-opening episode of our Brand Series, restaurant industry experts Paul Barron and Paul Molinari dissect the current crisis in casual dining and reveal why some chains are thriving while others file for bankruptcy. Discover how Chili's achieved a remarkable 31% sales increase through strategic social media targeting and menu innovation, while TGI Fridays and Hooters struggle to connect with millennial consumers. The hosts analyze Red Lobster's repositioning strategy, debate the controversial Hooters rebranding plan, and explore how economic headwinds are creating recession indicators even for giants like McDonald's. Don't miss these critical insights on brand transformation, consumer behavior shifts, and the technological innovations poised to reshape restaurants in 2026-2027.

    ~This episode is sponsored by: Gusto → https://gusto.pxf.io/PBN ~
    #1 rated HR platform for payroll, benefits, and more
    With Gusto’s easy-to-use platform, you can empower your people and push your business forward. See why over 400,000 businesses choose Gusto.

    RestaurantBrandSeries #CasualDiningCrisis #FoodServiceFuture
    Get Your Podcast Now! Are you a hospitality or restaurant industry leader looking to amplify your voice and establish yourself as a thought leader? Look no further than SavorFM, the premier podcast platform designed exclusively for hospitality visionaries like you. Take the next step in your industry leadership journey – visit https://www.savor.fm/

    Capital & Advisory: Are you a fast-casual restaurant startup or a technology innovator in the food service industry? Don't miss out on the opportunity to tap into decades of expertise. Reach out to Savor Capital & Advisory now to explore how their seasoned professionals can propel your business forward. Discover if you're eligible to leverage our unparalleled knowledge in food service branding and technology and take your venture to new heights.

    Don't wait – amplify your voice or supercharge your startup's growth today with Savor's ecosystem of industry-leading platforms and advisory services. Visit https://www.savor.fm/capital-advisory
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    42 m
  • Gen Z Corner: Kids Weigh In on the Best Brands

    Gen Z Corner: Kids Weigh In on the Best Brands
    May 1 2025
    In this eye-opening Gen Z Corner segment of Restaurant Masterminds, host Paul Barron sits down with 8-year-old Colette and 9-year-old Graham to uncover what truly attracts the youngest consumers to restaurant brands. Colette reveals why texture, temperature, and customization at Chick-fil-A, Shake Shack, and Chipotle win her loyalty, while Graham offers groundbreaking insights on how gaming integration and themed environments could revolutionize restaurant experiences for young guests. These unfiltered perspectives provide restaurant operators with invaluable strategies for menu development and concept innovation that will resonate with tomorrow's customers.

    ~This episode is sponsored by: Gusto → https://gusto.pxf.io/PBN ~
    #1 rated HR platform for payroll, benefits, and more
    With Gusto’s easy-to-use platform, you can empower your people and push your business forward. See why over 400,000 businesses choose Gusto.

    GenZDining #RestaurantInnovation #GamingHospitality
    Get Your Podcast Now! Are you a hospitality or restaurant industry leader looking to amplify your voice and establish yourself as a thought leader? Look no further than SavorFM, the premier podcast platform designed exclusively for hospitality visionaries like you. Take the next step in your industry leadership journey – visit https://www.savor.fm/

    Capital & Advisory: Are you a fast-casual restaurant startup or a technology innovator in the food service industry? Don't miss out on the opportunity to tap into decades of expertise. Reach out to Savor Capital & Advisory now to explore how their seasoned professionals can propel your business forward. Discover if you're eligible to leverage our unparalleled knowledge in food service branding and technology and take your venture to new heights.

    Don't wait – amplify your voice or supercharge your startup's growth today with Savor's ecosystem of industry-leading platforms and advisory services. Visit https://www.savor.fm/capital-advisory
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  • Balancing Price vs. Value: Insights from Dickey's Barbecue

    Balancing Price vs. Value: Insights from Dickey's Barbecue
    Apr 24 2025
    In this insightful episode of Restaurant Masterminds, host Paul Barron and co-hosts Robin Blanchette and Rudy Miick welcome Laura Rea Dickey, CEO of Dickey's Barbecue, to discuss the critical balance between price and value in today's challenging restaurant economy. Dickey shares how her 866-location barbecue chain is navigating shifting consumer behavior by expanding value options while maintaining profitability without significant price increases. The conversation explores data-driven decision making, menu engineering strategies, loyalty program innovations, and the importance of creating meaningful guest experiences that justify pricing—essential insights for restaurant operators facing similar challenges in 2025.

    ~This episode is sponsored by: Gusto → https://gusto.pxf.io/PBN ~
    #1 rated HR platform for payroll, benefits, and more
    With Gusto’s easy-to-use platform, you can empower your people and push your business forward. See why over 400,000 businesses choose Gusto.

    RestaurantStrategy #MenuEngineering #ValueEquation
    Get Your Podcast Now! Are you a hospitality or restaurant industry leader looking to amplify your voice and establish yourself as a thought leader? Look no further than SavorFM, the premier podcast platform designed exclusively for hospitality visionaries like you. Take the next step in your industry leadership journey – visit https://www.savor.fm/

    Capital & Advisory: Are you a fast-casual restaurant startup or a technology innovator in the food service industry? Don't miss out on the opportunity to tap into decades of expertise. Reach out to Savor Capital & Advisory now to explore how their seasoned professionals can propel your business forward. Discover if you're eligible to leverage our unparalleled knowledge in food service branding and technology and take your venture to new heights.

    Don't wait – amplify your voice or supercharge your startup's growth today with Savor's ecosystem of industry-leading platforms and advisory services. Visit https://www.savor.fm/capital-advisory
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    35 m
  • Loyalty Programs Connecting With Gen-Z

    Loyalty Programs Connecting With Gen-Z
    Apr 17 2025
    In this thought-provoking episode of Restaurant Masterminds, host Paul Barron and fractional CMO Stacy Kane challenge traditional loyalty programs, revealing why Gen Z's $12 trillion spending power demands a fresh approach. The duo dissects Starbucks' controversial rewards devaluation, explores gamification alternatives, and introduces blockchain solutions like Blackbird that could eliminate costly third-party intermediaries. Their bold prediction? The entire loyalty tech stack may disappear within five years, making this essential viewing for restaurant operators seeking to build genuine customer connections that transcend points systems.

    ~This episode is sponsored by: Gusto → https://gusto.pxf.io/PBN ~
    #1 rated HR platform for payroll, benefits, and more
    With Gusto’s easy-to-use platform, you can empower your people and push your business forward. See why over 400,000 businesses choose Gusto.

    #RestaurantLoyalty #FoodServiceInnovation #CustomerRetention

    Get Your Podcast Now! Are you a hospitality or restaurant industry leader looking to amplify your voice and establish yourself as a thought leader? Look no further than SavorFM, the premier podcast platform designed exclusively for hospitality visionaries like you. Take the next step in your industry leadership journey – visit https://www.savor.fm/

    Capital & Advisory: Are you a fast-casual restaurant startup or a technology innovator in the food service industry? Don't miss out on the opportunity to tap into decades of expertise. Reach out to Savor Capital & Advisory now to explore how their seasoned professionals can propel your business forward. Discover if you're eligible to leverage our unparalleled knowledge in food service branding and technology and take your venture to new heights.

    Don't wait – amplify your voice or supercharge your startup's growth today with Savor's ecosystem of industry-leading platforms and advisory services. Visit https://www.savor.fm/capital-advisory
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    49 m
  • Culture Do's and Don'ts: 3 Steps to Building A Great Company Culture

    Culture Do's and Don'ts: 3 Steps to Building A Great Company Culture
    Apr 3 2025
    In this episode of the Restaurant Masterminds podcast, host Paul Baron and culture expert Rudy Miick explore how to build a "badass brand" through strong company culture. They discuss the difference between "win-lose" versus inspirational leadership approaches, highlighting that while aggressive culture models can work, their sustainability is questionable. The conversation examines how explicit cultural values drive brand performance, especially in uncertain economic times, with only 23% of employees globally being actively engaged in the workplace. Using Coinbase as an example, they emphasize the importance of clearly defining and aligning culture with brand values, maintaining consistency in practices, and creating supportive processes that attract like-minded employees.

    #CompanyCulture #BrandBuilding #EmployeeEngagement

    Get Your Podcast Now! Are you a hospitality or restaurant industry leader looking to amplify your voice and establish yourself as a thought leader? Look no further than SavorFM, the premier podcast platform designed exclusively for hospitality visionaries like you. Take the next step in your industry leadership journey – visit https://www.savor.fm/

    Capital & Advisory: Are you a fast-casual restaurant startup or a technology innovator in the food service industry? Don't miss out on the opportunity to tap into decades of expertise. Reach out to Savor Capital & Advisory now to explore how their seasoned professionals can propel your business forward. Discover if you're eligible to leverage our unparalleled knowledge in food service branding and technology and take your venture to new heights.

    Don't wait – amplify your voice or supercharge your startup's growth today with Savor's ecosystem of industry-leading platforms and advisory services. Visit https://www.savor.fm/capital-advisory
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    48 m
  • Mastering Social Media for Restaurants (PT 2) Content Marketing for Your Restaurant

    Mastering Social Media for Restaurants (PT 2) Content Marketing for Your Restaurant
    Mar 27 2025
    Paul Barron and Paul Molinari discuss the transformative power of content marketing for restaurants. They explore key strategies to enhance both local and national branding, including:
    Local Marketing: Building community ties through partnerships with local influencers and highlighting locally sourced products.
    • Visual Content: Leveraging high-quality images and videos to showcase brand identity and engage customers.
    • Social Media Strategies: Utilizing platforms like Instagram and TikTok for consistent brand storytelling.
    • National Branding: Integrating local efforts with broader campaigns to expand reach while maintaining local relevance.
    • Measuring Success: Analyzing metrics to refine marketing strategies.

    ~This episode is sponsored by: Gusto → https://gusto.pxf.io/PBN ~
    #1 rated HR platform for payroll, benefits, and more
    With Gusto’s easy-to-use platform, you can empower your people and push your business forward. See why over 400,000 businesses choose Gusto.

    #RestaurantInnovation #FoodServiceTrends #RestaurantBranding
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    Get Your Podcast Now! Are you a hospitality or restaurant industry leader looking to amplify your voice and establish yourself as a thought leader? Look no further than SavorFM, the premier podcast platform designed exclusively for hospitality visionaries like you. Take the next step in your industry leadership journey – visit https://www.savor.fm/

    Capital & Advisory: Are you a fast-casual restaurant startup or a technology innovator in the food service industry? Don't miss out on the opportunity to tap into decades of expertise. Reach out to Savor Capital & Advisory now to explore how their seasoned professionals can propel your business forward. Discover if you're eligible to leverage our unparalleled knowledge in food service branding and technology and take your venture to new heights.

    Don't wait – amplify your voice or supercharge your startup's growth today with Savor's ecosystem of industry-leading platforms and advisory services. Visit https://www.savor.fm/capital-advisory
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    35 m
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