FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: CONTACT: Scott Samuels, CEO Tel: (913) 333-3190 Email: [email protected] Web: www.horizonhospitality.com Horizon Hospitality Named a 2023 Forbes Top Professional Recruiting Firm. [Overland Park, KS – May 4, 2023] Horizon Hospitality Associates, a leading recruiting and executive search firm specializing in the hospitality industry, is proud to announce its inclusion in the… Read more »
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Five Recruiting Tactics to Reboot Your Hotel’s Diversity Initiatives
The number of companies with Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) initiatives skyrocketed in the last three years. However, these initiatives showed mixed results. Employees have noticed, and about one-third would consider quitting if their company did not make improvements in DEI this year. A great place for hotels to revitalize their diversity commitments is at… Read more »
The Do’s and Don’ts of Hiring a Chef
Let’s face it: Executive Chefs are like rock stars in the restaurant industry. They can gain bigger-than-life reputations, drawing patrons solely based on their persona. However, their daily performance is also pivotal to a restaurant’s bottom line. Whether you are replacing an existing chef, filling an open position, or starting a new restaurant, here are… Read more »
Simple Ideas for Independent Hotels to Boost Their Digital Marketing
When travelers think of independent hotels, they imagine quaint B&Bs, historical community gems, and charming settings. For the growing number of travelers seeking a unique experience, this is perfect. Amid the noise of Online Travel Agencies (Expedia, Kayak, etc.), branded hotels, and sponsored ads, how can small properties stand out? Here are five ways for… Read more »
5 Essential Leadership Traits to Uncover during the Interview Process
One of the most frequently requested candidate qualifications that hospitality companies ask for is a seemingly simple one: good leadership skills. But what, exactly, that means, is not so simple. Not only is the term “good” up for a wide range of interpretations, but it’s also tough to nail down in interviews. Without seeing hospitality… Read more »
AI in the Senior Living Industry: What it Can, and Can’t, Do
The recent release of ChatGPT, a highly capable and intuitive chatbot, has created a new buzz around artificial intelligence. While the senior living industry is not known for its high rate of technology adoption, AI is catching the interest of a growing number of senior living developers looking for ways to improve care while they… Read more »
4 Ideas to Freshen Up Your Country Club’s Dining
Country club members are looking for something new and fresh from their dining experience. In response, many country clubs are undergoing dining room renovations or building entirely new dining outlets. But not every club is poised to undertake large capital-improvement projects. And even with those improvements, clubs still need ways to stay relevant in the… Read more »
Should You Tailor Your Resume for Each Hospitality Job Application? Yes!
Employers spend an average of seven seconds initially scanning a resume. How can your resume possibly make an impression in such a small window of time? Do you cram as much information onto the page as possible, hoping to impress them with the sheer volume of bullet points? Not exactly. Here are five reasons you… Read more »
What’s Next for Eatertainment?
The concept of pairing food with entertainment is not new to hospitality. After all, it seems like bowling alleys, arcades, and music venues have always offered concessions. Likewise, billiards have always gone hand in hand with drinking establishments. But in the last few years, concepts like Top Golf and Punchbowl Social have paved the way… Read more »
Should You Apply to a Confidential Job Posting?
A jolt of excitement hits you when a LinkedIn message pops up from a recruiter saying you’d be a great fit for an opportunity. Or you see your dream job on a job board and meet all the qualifications. But when you realize you have no clue what company these opportunities are with, you might… Read more »