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Generational Differences During the Recruiting Process: Should You Be Concerned?

Gecko Hospitality

When you are recruiting talent for your business, you learn that people come in different shapes, sizes, education, and experience. These differences between members of generational groups in the hospitality workplace call for new industry-specific strategies in recruiting. The Recruiting Challenges.

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A More Financially Stable Workforce Can Fuel Industry Recovery — Even in a Talent Crunch

Modern Restaurant Management

In fact, Netspend surveyed more than 900 tipped workers across the restaurant, food delivery, hospitality, salon and spa industries to get a pulse on the financial impacts of COVID-19. Recent restaurant closures, even temporary ones, help to underscore the importance of recruiting and retaining a staff.

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Staying on Top of FDD Requirements for Risk and Insurance

Modern Restaurant Management

But it’s not just newbies to franchising – or restaurant franchises themselves, for that matter – that need to stay on top of the management intricacies that characterize the business. Cyber : The market has softened for cyber but it’s hard to convince hospitality franchises that their exposure is real.

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Employee referral programs: What restaurant owners need to know

Open for Business

It can turn your team into effective recruiters and trusted brand ambassadors that bring you talented hospitality pros whenever it’s time to hire. These bonuses motivate employees to recruit other talented restaurant professionals in their network. Make sure you don’t limit recruitment efforts to referrals.

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Turning Restaurant Staffing Challenges Into Opportunities

Modern Restaurant Management

percent increase in average US hourly wages in 2021, specifically noting a rapid rise in wages for leisure and hospitality workers. Facing multiple headwinds, restaurant owners and management must employ the most effective tool available: effective communication. Managers are already busy. Communicate Better.

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How to Buy a Restaurant: An Ultimate Guide

7 Shifts

Local commercial real estate brokers, online classifieds, and hospitality associations are also a great place to look. They could also be trying to get out of a bad situation—be it management, building, or market related. Your local hospitality association may also have resources for opening a restaurant their region.

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8 Ways to Navigate The Restaurant Staff Shortage

Lavu

The 2021 COVID-19 pandemic caused many people to leave the hospitality industry, and many have not returned. Ensure that your recruitment and selection processes are efficient and thorough. This not only reduces customer wait times, but also minimizes the handling of cash or cards, which can be a concern during the current pandemic.