If you’re a successful hospitality professional, you know a thing or two about how to run a hotel, restaurant or resort successfully. But you’re probably not an expert in finding the perfect job. To take a truly strategic approach to your career, you must partner with a hospitality recruiter who knows the industry and how… Read more »
People love their pets. This is news to no one. What is news is that pet owners are increasingly unwilling to leave their pets at home when they travel or dine. People will actively seek out accommodations that are pet friendly when they are traveling, and look for restaurants that permit dogs to join their… Read more »
Americans love breakfast food. Whether it’s a quick bagel or a full breakfast, we’ll opt for it around the clock. According to the National Restaurant Association’s 2015 Restaurant Industry Forecast, 72 percent of us say that we’d order breakfast items throughout the day if offered. But there are pros and cons to consider before adding… Read more »
Last month we discussed Food Halls. This month we will tackle another industry game changer, retailer inroads into the restaurant business. Several chains including Whole Foods, Wegmans, Nordstrom, Outdoor World and even Lexus in Japan are trying their hand in the industry. But is it sustainable? Can they do it well? Why try the restaurant… Read more »
One of hospitality’s most prominent trends in 2015 is continued consumer demand for locally sourced ingredients. Restaurant customers continue to ask for locally sourced and sustainable produce, meats and fish. Travelers to your hotel will be looking for meals and accommodations that offer local flavor over sterile corporate staleness. What Does That Mean For Hospitality… Read more »
Figure out the best strategies to motivate your hospitality staff by determining what management style will work best with your employees while remaining true to yourself. A variety of styles can be effective depending on your company, location, or your clientele. What’s the best one for you – and your team? What’s Your Management Style?… Read more »
The economy is showing signs of recovery. With more spendable money in consumer pockets, it should be a banner year for the hospitality industry. People will be dining out, vacationing, traveling for business. How can you create goals for your team that will help them to manage the boom? Communicate Company Objectives It’s critical that… Read more »
Hiring managers often rely heavily on social media like LinkedIn as a tool to find and evaluate talent. Whether they reach out to you proactively or review your online profile once you’ve sent them a resume, it’s critical that your profile send the right message. Keep It Positive Don’t put “Looking for new opportunities”… Read more »
Interviews are stressful in any industry, but when you are looking for jobs in restaurant management, you have to demonstrate your ability to wear the many hats required to meet the demands of the job. You must present yourself professionally, be outgoing and engaging and show how well you handle stress. Here are a few… Read more »
Increasingly people depend on social media to get information and make purchasing decisions. As a restaurant owner there are several ways that you can leverage social media to make your restaurant more successful. Attract New Customers Offer discounts through online deal sites like Groupon, Living Social, Deal Chicken, etc. Discounts can bring in new customers… Read more »