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[New] 7shifts Hiring Tools to Help Get Through the Labor Shortage

7 Shifts

There is a labor shortage impacting the restaurant industry, which has made the already difficult task of hiring even more challenging. In addition to the more widespread industry challenges in hiring, there are tech problems too. The hours multiply when different people are involved in the hiring process or decision-making!

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Complicated Hiring Practices Drive Candidates Away.  Make Them Simple

Modern Restaurant Management

Hiring remains a significant challenge for the restaurant industry. According to the National Restaurant Association, 70 percent of operators report not having enough employees to meet customer demand, and three out of four say they will commit more resources to employee recruitment and retention. Hiring is difficult enough.

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How to Train Your Staff to Communicate Effectively with Guests

Modern Restaurant Management

A great menu or location will bring customers into your restaurant, but stellar customer service is what will keep them coming back. Providing excellent service and a friendly atmosphere will earn you regulars – and those sought after five-star customer reviews. So how do we develop vital customer service?

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How to Combat Restaurant Turnover Using Values-Based Hiring

7 Shifts

Because employees come and go so quickly, it’s natural for restaurateurs to feel like they have to make quick hiring decisions to avoid lapses in service and quality. However, hasty hiring is at the root of the turnover problem. At 7shifts, we put our values front and center during the hiring process. Read on to find out.

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Transforming Hospitality Experiences: Unleashing the Power of ChatGPT in the Industry

Speaker: Joseph Guszkowski - Senior Technology Editor, Restaurant Business | Jay Ashton - National Brand Activation Manager, Sysco | Dan Maimone - Global Director of Customer Success Operations, Harri

ChatGPT has made a significant impact on the hospitality industry, particularly in restaurants, by revolutionizing customer interactions and improving overall experiences. Don't miss out on this exclusive panel, where three restaurant thought leaders will share their insights on the benefits and applications of ChatGPT.

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Patio Season is Here. Make it Your Best Summer Ever with 7shifts Tools Built for Restaurants

7 Shifts

Make sure you have enough staff to cover the busy summer season with 7shifts’s Hiring Tool. You have the ability to build custom job postings in order to find ideal, qualified candidates for your restaurant's roles. It costs an average of $5,864 to hire a new team member. Communications. Staffing for summer.

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The Winning Strategy: Attracting and Retaining Top Talent for Your Restaurant – A Four-Step Approach

Embrace the Suck

We're curators of memorable experiences for others. Take the initiative, communicate, and show genuine interest in their capabilities. Step 3: Scout for Personality, Not Just Skills During the hiring process, we sometimes over-emphasize experience while undervaluing the importance of personality.