Pan Seared Rainbow Trout with Toasted Sesame & Spring Onion
SOLUTIONS SERIES A Glazed Over Look
Trout or Salmon?
There are subtle differences between the two fish from a taste perspective. Trout is generally milder in flavour, while Salmon is often considered to be "sweeter".
Rainbow Trout cooks quickly in a hot pan. Start the Rainbow Trout flesh side down first to get a great golden sear on the fish. Flip the fillet onto the skin side and glaze the fillet with Sysco Imperial Toasted Sesame Dressing. Place the trout in a 375F oven for 2-3 minutes. When removed from the oven the trout will have a beautiful glaze. Garnish with chopped green onion toasted sesame seeds. This Trout is perfect with a salad or rice.
HOST AN EFFECTIVE
Pre-Shift Meeting
Keep it short: Between 10 to 15 minutes
Be organized & make eye contact
Engage the staff by asking questions
Never take for granted what your servers know
Steer clear of negatives or problems
If you have staggering start times, include notes on bulletin board or dry-erase board for those coming in later to read
Include compliments and stories of good guest interaction
Discuss any previous shift questions and answers
Remember to include back-of-thehouse or do it separate from frontof-the-house
Walk the line making announcements
Invite them to taste new menu items
Ask for suggestions
Offer compliments
See more in the Labour & Hiring Toolkit
Returning Home
After living for many years at sea, salmon travel a long distance home to the river in which they were born to spawn.
A La Smoke
Pork & beef don’t always want that smoke! Salmon loves it just as much. Try this beautiful product on your next menu.
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Meal Kits
Drive revenue by offering partially prepared items to finish at home
Family Size
Large portions of beloved & signature options to feed 4 or more
Digital | APP Exclusives | Loyalty Programs
Whether unlocking free food on an app or ordering online, customers are embracing digital loyalty programs
Unique Experiences
Ghost Kitchen, Virtual Brands, Eatertainment & Popups- experience & exclusivity is the focus!!
Addressing Inflation Head On
Leverage limited time offers (LTOs) and play up on nostalgia. Restaurants are offering throwback specials that take on inflation. Even though they are limited offers, they create a perception of fair pricing.
Explore our
In Duluth Minnesota, the Magic Smelt Puppet Troupe has held an annual "Run, Smelt, Run!" puppet-based second-line parade, smelt fry & dance party since 2012!!
Such an easy appetizer that will earn high profits. Offer something different than the typical fried calamari but simply dusting smelt in cornstarch and frying. I love to garnish with fried basil and lemon zest and serve alongside an aioli style dip.
Labour Cost Calculator
This calculator will tabulate the cost of current labour.
It will allow tracking of labour costs to keep them in line with industry standards:
25% Quick Service
25-30% Casual Dining (based on the menu & method of service)
30-35% Fine Dining (based on in-house food production & service components)
You will also be able to predict labour cost increases for hourly & salaried employees to better understand the impact on your business as wages increase!
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Salsa Rosa
The main ingredients are tomato ketchup and mayonnaise, which gives the sauce a pink hue. The addition of Whiskey and lemon juice help to add more depth of flavor.
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Pan Seared Cod with Whiskey Salsa RosA
Sweet Pea Puree & Dauphinoise Potato
Fun In The Sun!
The mild flavour and dense flaky flesh of the Cod loin pairs perfectly with the light & fresh flavour of the sweet pea puree and the sharp robust flavours that the Whiskey Salsa Rosa provides.
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Social Media Presence
Are your profile names, usernames, menu pricing & branding elements (such as colors and logos) consistent across all platforms?
Are all your social media channels listed on your website? Are they easy for your customers to find?
Identify your follower count over time, why is it growing? why is it staying the same?
Are the links on your page working correctly? landing on the right page?
Are you responding in a timely manner to comments & DMs? Are there common questions or concerns? Pay attention to this.
Are you analyzing which types of posts are performing best/worst. What is contributing to this?
Analyze the performance of hashtags you've used. Which ones are driving the most engagement & reach?
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Reference: Sysco.ca/Foodie Magazine
