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Our Wage Models are Broken

7 Shifts

And we’re here to help support any operators who may be interested in learning more with one-on-one wage model training , racial equity toolkits , and other resources that may help evolve and improve our collective employment practices. This isn’t an easy conversation to have. Rethinking Wages: Where to Start? That’s where RAISE comes in.

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To Mitigate ‘The Great Resignation’ Refocus on the Employee Experience

Modern Restaurant Management

Even with this good news for restaurant operators, many challenges still remain – particularly around staffing in both the front and back of the house. A recent survey of restaurant operators by the University of South Florida School of Hospitality found that hiring and turnover was their number one challenge.

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Beating the Labor Crunch: Outsourced Strategies Are Key

Modern Restaurant Management

As restaurants and other hospitality venues re-open and see increased demand from customers and guests, one thing is clear: labor shortages could slow their recovery, hampering businesses trying to capitalize on the booming consumer demand. Outsourced recruiting for full-time and contingent staff can help and is simply more efficient.

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A Guide to the Role of a Restaurant Manager: Duties, Daily Routine, and Essential Skills

7 Shifts

It's up to the restaurant manager to maintain a warm, welcoming atmosphere and train staff to do the same. Managing a restaurant is a delicate routine—if we can even call it a routine. A better description might be a balancing act that presents new and unique challenges every day. This part of the job is arguably the most multi-faceted.

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Despite Improved 2024 Outlook, Labor, and Other Risks May Drag Restaurants Down

Modern Restaurant Management

Nearly 75 percent of the industry executives surveyed in the HUB International 2024 Outlook Executive Survey said it has affected their business’ vitality, leading over half to sharpen their employee recruiting practices. But the leading drag on the industry are its labor woes. Here’s an overview.

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Questions in the Minds of Restaurant Job Applicants

Ken Burgin

Are there opportunities for further training, or to attend workshops and events? By proactively addressing these questions during the interview process or in job postings, you can create a more effective recruitment experience. What is the kitchen’s work culture like? This may become more apparent during a trial shift.

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What's the true cost of employee turnover to the restaurant industry?

7 Shifts

When you hire someone who doesn’t share your team’s values , no amount of training or tips will make them engaged in their work. Money Turnover costs the hospitality industry an average of $5,864 per employee. The average restaurant employee, however, change jobs every 56 days ! Turnover creates more than just financial repercussions.

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