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Host/Hostess Interview Questions to Identify Hospitality Skills and Customer Focus

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Whether it’s managing reservations, coordinating with servers, or handling situations with grace, a skilled hostess brings a mix of warmth, professionalism, and operational expertise to the table. How would you handle a party arriving late for their reservation? How would you handle a party arriving late for their reservation?

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Flag on the Play! Four Penalties Your Bar Can Avoid During Super Bowl Weekend 

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Don’t let your FoH team get called for Delay of Game when customers need ordering assistance. BreweryDB’s brew page is an excellent resource to build your playbook with accurate (brewery-sourced) and easy-to-remember information, including tasting notes, ABV, and food pairing suggestions.

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Restaurant Staff Training 101

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Front-of-house (FOH) staff, like servers and hosts, will need customer service training, upselling techniques, and communication skills. A well-informed team improves service, enhances the dining experience, and reduces errors in the kitchen. Each restaurant has unique staff roles that require different types of training.

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Forged in the Fire: True Hospitality Born from Camaraderie and Respect

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The reservation was made months in advance, and each course was designed with intention and artistry. Respectfully assertive requests to the designated leader on the line differentiate effective FOH managers and servers from disruptive individuals who place their own immediate needs above team success.

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Best Practices for Outdoor Dining All Year Long

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Restaurant staff and employees wearing masks and disposable gloves, including FOH (servers, bartenders, cashiers, etc.) Handling this well means you inform guests ahead of time that in order to accommodate as many diners as reasonably possible (and given the situation), please limit your time to 90 minutes.

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14 Restaurant Management Tools to Make your Business More Efficient

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Manager log books Even if it’s just a shared cloud document, you need a centralized place for your managers to exchange information. This keeps information from getting lost in the text and email shuffle. You can then use this information to adjust your menu, make purchasing decisions, or change your pricing.

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Providing The Best Restaurant Customer Experience in 2024

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Clear descriptions and appealing photos help customers make informed choices and anticipate the flavors and presentation of their meals. Staff Your restaurant staff, especially those assigned to the FOH, play a critical role in keeping your customers happy as they eat in your establishment.