Restaurant Retention: How to Keep Employees Happy

During the Great Resignation of late 2021, staggering numbers of employees left their jobs in search of new opportunities. Lack of opportunity, low pay, difficulty with childcare, and feeling disrespected at work were amongst a wide variety of factors listed as motivators. Amongst those who left their workplace, one-fourth of those were in the hospitality industry. 

As of early 2022, there were still 11.5 million open jobs, with organizations challenged to hire amidst unprecedented competition for talent. With 70 percent of restaurant operators reporting labor and staffing issues and not being able to keep up with demand, how can restaurants boost employee satisfaction and retention? 

There’s good news! In addition to paying a competitive salary, there are many other ways restaurateurs can boost employee satisfaction and happiness. 

Give Responsive Feedback“Sixty-nine percent of employees say they would work harder if they felt their work was better recognized.”…