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Practical Tips for Hiring and Retaining Seasonal Restaurant Staff

Modern Restaurant Management

Start Early, Hire Smart The best seasonal teams are built long before the season starts. Begin recruitment at least six to eight weeks in advance, and tap into multiple channels such as local colleges, culinary schools, job fairs, employee referrals, and past seasonal hires. Documenting all expectations is also recommended.

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Mastering Worker Classification: Seven Essential Tips for Restaurant Owners

Modern Restaurant Management

Independent contractors usually have greater flexibility, provide their own tools, and are often hired for specific projects or short-term engagements. The worker performs work that is outside the usual course of the hiring entity’s business.

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Handling Unemployment Claims with Confidence

Modern Restaurant Management

Because here’s the truth: Even when we’re right, if our documentation is weak or our response is unclear, we’re going to lose unemployment claims. A verbal warning doesn’t exist unless it’s documented. Quick Tip: Keep a “Termination Snapshot” document on file for every involuntary separation.

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Building Resilient and Less-Stress Restaurant Operations

Modern Restaurant Management

By clearly assigning and documenting tasks, you help staff members know what’s expected of them, ultimately leading to smoother operations and less stress during busy shifts. Designate experienced staff to mentor new hires, handle onboarding, or run training sessions.

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Nine Critical HR and Payroll Steps to Prepare Your Restaurant for 2025

Modern Restaurant Management

Bonus Tip : Create a simple FAQ document to address common employee questions about coverage options. Focus on: Hiring for Culture Fit : Seek candidates who align with your restaurant’s values by emphasizing character and attitude over experience when interviewing.

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14 Bar Manager Interview Questions to Hire the Perfect Fit for Your Venue

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They may talk about how they documented the problem, followed up with the team members, and made the call to retain or let go of the staff. Setting clear goals can improve job performance by 20% to 25%. Don’t forget to ask what the candidate did when the performance issue persisted.

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Restaurant Staff Training 101

7 Shifts

From onboarding new hires to upskilling existing staff, a comprehensive training program can improve customer service, boost efficiency, and foster a positive work culture. 7shifts has developed its own hiring and training course for restaurants to help you with the entire recruitment and onboarding process.

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