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 »
Category: Employer Resources
How Does a Hospitality Recruiter Help Your Restaurant Find a New Chef?
What’s your primary responsibility? Is it hiring? Probably not. However, chances are you’re spending way too much time on it. Hiring well is essential, but it’s time-consuming and difficult to get right. Partnering with a hospitality recruiter can help the process go much faster and easier. How? They know the players Choose a recruiter who… Read more »
Does Your Company Benchmark Top Performers? {INFOGRAPHIC}
As effective as the employee-referral process can be, some key improvements are still needed.
Scott Samuels, CEO of Horizon Hospitality, was quoted in this recent article published at Human Resource Executive Online. Samuels, whose firm provides executive-placement services to companies in the hospitality industry, says referral programs are often undermined by two things: corporate culture and inadequate rewards. “Sometimes, these programs don’t work because employees simply don’t want to… Read more »
Why Recruitment Process Outsourcing Could Be the Best Solution for Your Hiring Needs
As an operator of a restaurant, hotel or resort, you know how often you are pulled in many different directions. With all the moving parts associated with keeping your business running successfully, hiring could easily drop to the bottom of your list. It really shouldn’t. People are your most important asset. It doesn’t make sense… Read more »
Does Your Company Have a Hiring Benchmark for Its Top Performers?
How do you know what to look for in your next top performer? Take a look at your best people now! By benchmarking what qualities your current top employees possess, you’ll know how to compare candidates to success stories – and make a great match. How do you define success in your restaurant employees? Check… Read more »
Hottest Hospitality Recruiting Trends for 2016
The new year is getting off to a rapid start. Do you have the talent you need to be ready for your busy season? The talent market continues to be tight, with more competition for the strongest candidates. In the coming year, employers will have to work a bit harder to find and attract the… Read more »
Find the Hardest-Working Millennials
There is a common misconception that millennials are not as hardworking as previous generations. This notion usually comes from people who don’t have much experience working with people of varying ages. You may have to adapt your recruiting and hiring process to attract and retain the newest entries to the labor market, but understanding what… Read more »
The Competency Model: What Is It and How Will It Help
The Food and Beverage Service Competency Model introduced earlier this year is an exciting development for the industry. It was created by the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation. This model sets criteria for what knowledge, skills and abilities are required for those working in the industry. When the guidelines are followed, it will likely improve… Read more »
Hire Right and You Won’t Have to Worry About Culture
Much has been made in the last few years about the importance of cultural fit in hiring. But candidates with the right mix of skills, attitude and work ethic can fit into most any culture, whether you are running a fast-casual restaurant or a fine-dining establishment. Identify these gems, bring them on board and you’ll… Read more »