Safely re-opening restaurants has been difficult for many owners this past summer but having the ability to seat guests outside has helped immensely. So as winter approaches and temperatures drop, many restaurant owners are dreading the loss of useable outdoor seating. But there are ways to make outdoor dining spaces comfortable, even inviting, to diners… Read more »
In light of COVID-19, some restaurants (like this one) are wholeheartedly embracing the no-tipping movement in an effort to improve paychecks for their workers. Yet at the same time, other restaurants (like this one) have abandoned the idea, citing the same concern for employee pay. So how does a restaurant decide if adopting a no-tipping… Read more »
Business coach Peter Drucker dispensed some sage advice that still rings true decades later: Do what you do best and outsource the rest. What comes to mind when you hear that mantra? An immediate list likely appears of all the tasks you know are not the greatest use of your efforts and energy. In the… Read more »
No doubt your restaurant has dishes that are crowd favorites, but diners are a fickle group. The best way to retain your current customers and attract new ones is to keep up with the latest trends in cuisine. You may not want to adopt all of them, but consider which of these hot trends may… Read more »
For restaurants, catering can be a great way to earn extra income. There are only so many people you can seat in your restaurant at any given time, but the number of catering gigs you can take on is almost limitless. How can you take advantage of this opportunity? Leverage your reputation. Diners come to… Read more »
Food halls are one of the latest trends in the hospitality industry. But what exactly is the attraction for diners? Can you adapt your business to capture some of this market? Horizon Hospitality, leaders in restaurant recruitment, shares some insights that can help you capitalize on this development. What Exactly Is a Food Hall? It’s… Read more »
Building a diverse staff is a frequent goal of leaders in the hospitality business. But how can you reach out to a broad range of people without sacrificing the high standards you have for your staff? It may not be as challenging as you think to attract highly qualified diverse talent to your hotel or… Read more »
Sustainable food procurement is one of the latest trends in restaurant management. But how do we define sustainable? Sustainability is about focusing not just on today’s needs, but also those of future generations. Purchasing from vendors committed to sustainability can enhance your reputation in the community and minimize your restaurant’s carbon footprint. Is sustainable food… Read more »
Increasingly, millennials make up a larger percentage of restaurant revenue. How can you capture some of this market share for yourself? Find ways to adapt your restaurant to their preferences. What do you need to know about the millennial diner? They enjoy trying new places. This can be to your advantage in attracting new diners,… Read more »
Millennials make traveling a priority. But because they are still in their early careers and their disposable income is limited, they must make other sacrifices in order to afford travel. This means they expect more from their travel dollar. And because their travel adventures are just beginning, building loyalty now can bring your hotel or… Read more »