Restaurant Hiring in Today’s Reality

Every restaurant owner, operator, and manager are currently asking themselves: how do I hire restaurant employees in today’s labor market? It is increasingly difficult to recruit, attract, hire, and retain employees, but there are some insights that can help you navigate a tough labor landscape. 

The Restaurant Labor Shortage The restaurant industry is back to busy, with full indoor capacity and a dining public eager to eat out. However, as all restaurant operators know, this uptick in business has come with staffing challenges. 

The restaurant industry has historically grappled with a higher turnover rate than other industries, but the current restaurant staff shortage is nearly unprecedented. Some operators are even decreasing hours or closing locations due to a lack of restaurant staff.

For many, the current labor shortage centers around both restaurant hiring and employee retention difficulties. The shortage is especially acute for back-of-house employees, such as prep…