FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 10/2/20 CONTACT: Scott Samuels, CEO, scott@horizonhospitality.com, (913) 333-3190 OVERLAND PARK, KANSAS Horizon Hospitality, the nationwide leader in executive search for the hospitality industry, was recently awarded the highest honor, Top Performing Office of 2019, by Sanford Rose Associates, an elite network of over 135 independently owned executive search firms. The award, initially… Read more »
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Hiring in the Hospitality Industry: How to Quickly and Efficiently Evaluate Resumes
Congratulations, you’ve created a clear and engaging job description for your open management position that gets job seekers excited to work for you! But now you have more applications than you know what to do with. While that can be a great problem to have, you need some way to accurately identify the most qualified… Read more »
How Will COVID-19 Impact Existing and Future Senior Living Design?
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, the senior living industry has had to make some of the most drastic changes. While they have most of the same health risks as hotels and restaurants, shutting down is just not an option for them. While senior living communities have taken the challenge in stride, it has been incredibly stressful… Read more »
What Will Travelers Actually Want from Hotels When They Return?
While the pandemic itself won’t be around forever, it will have some long-lasting effects on how travelers approach making their plans. Of course, sanitation and safety will be a major concern for travelers when they venture out to a hotel. But, what else will be at the top of hotel guests’ minds during, and even… Read more »
No Tipping Restaurants: Weighing The Pros and Cons During COVID-19
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 »
5 Reasons Why You Should Always Ask Questions in an Interview
“So, do you have any questions for me?” This question can make even the most confident candidate nervous, and unfortunately produce the occasional “deer in the headlights” reaction. As a candidate, you might think that if you ask too many questions, you’ll come across as annoying or even clueless. But that couldn’t be farther from… Read more »
Can Private Clubs Maintain Luxury but Move From “High Touch” to “No Touch”?
For years, private clubs have been synonymous with luxury, service, and socialization. Members expect attentive staff and look forward to a variety of in-person amenities like golf courses, pools, fitness centers, and dining outlets. But distancing measures due to COVID-19 have made “business as usual” incredibly difficult. As clubs re-open, how can they preserve their… Read more »
The Top Interview Tips from Hospitality Recruiters
As hospitality recruiters, we want nothing more than to see the most qualified candidate get hired and to assist job seekers at every step. So, we’re just as frustrated as the candidate when they meet every experience requirement and pass all the screening tests, only to see a bad interview wreck their chances. Since most… Read more »
Do Extended Stays Fit Your Hotel Business Model? Maybe They Should!
In the last three months, 76% of travelers have made major changes to plans due to COVID-19. Once appealing quick weekend trips might not seem worth the trouble right now, especially if guests are hesitant to venture out and explore their destinations. But people have been stuck at home for months and are looking for… Read more »
Be Proactive – Address These Job Candidate Concerns Up Front
The pandemic has had an enormous impact on the hospitality industry. In some areas, businesses are slowly reopening. But many potential job candidates are reluctant to return, mostly because they don’t know what to expect when they get there. Reassure candidates by sharing your policies and safety plans upfront in job postings, on your website,… Read more »