As automation increases in the hospitality industry, the way in which you recruit may be impacted. Your hotel or restaurant will need to hire people with different kinds of skill sets or retrain current employees people who show signs of potential and willingness for development. Are robots taking our jobs? In a word, no. But… Read more »
What is 2017 looking like for you? Are you looking to adopt some of the latest trends such as a no-tipping model, a food haul venue or accommodating bleisure travelers? Are you considering changes to your menu to incorporate locally sourced foods? Are you upgrading your technology? Maybe you’re focused on something simpler such as… Read more »
Thinking about marketing to millennials, but afraid you’ll drive away your current customers? Chances are you have nothing to worry about. Many of the things millennials prefer will also be enjoyed by others, millennials just get there a little quicker. Here are a few ideas for attracting millennials while retaining customer of all ages. Engage… Read more »
The Affordable Care Act can have immediate and long-term effects on your restaurant. It’s important to keep up with the requirements, changes and deadlines of the legislation in order to prepare for what comes, ensure compliance and avoid fines. The best offense is a good defense, so take steps to prepare for the changes now… Read more »
With about 13 million people, the restaurant industry employs one of the largest workforces in the United States. And there’s an abundance of good talent out there. The key is finding the right person for your restaurant management position – and that means securing a good cultural fit. Start by Defining Your Culture Your culture… Read more »
The starting salary of a restaurant manager can cover a wide range, based on a candidate’s experience, industry and choice of location. In the United States, the median salary for a restaurant manager is approximately $48,500, with those in the lowest 10 percent on the scale earning about $30,000 and those in the upper 10… Read more »
Are You Ready to Meet the Challenge of Recruiting in 2014? written by Dana Baith VP of Recruiting – Horizon Hospitality Government agencies, industry publications and travel associations are all shouting the good news…”The hospitality industry (especially the hotel sector) will continue to see an increase in business during the coming year.” Obviously that means… Read more »
The hospitality industry is already feeling the effects of healthcare reform, and employees may wind up paying the price. According to an article in the Nation’s Restaurant News, a recent Hay Group survey showed that over 75% of restaurant employers are considering reducing the hours of full-time workers to part-time, in light of new health… Read more »
…the competitive edge for many Hotel, Restaurant and Club Management Companies! When I broach the subject of Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) with Hospitality business owners, managers and HR executives, they usually ask me the same three questions: What is it? Why do I need it? And how will it benefit my organization? Of course, these are… Read more »