It’s tough to strike a balance between building longevity in one place and going where the opportunity is. How do you know if you should stay for the long haul or jump ship? A big factor to consider is “Why are you making the change?”. Before you go job-hopping, weigh the pros and cons. Great… Read more »
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Three Behavioral Interview Tips To Calm Your Fears
Interviews are intimidating enough already. Behavioral interviews add another layer of pressure onto an already stressful situation. Taking the time to prepare and craft a cohesive career story can make your behavioral interview go a little smoother. The purpose of a behavioral interview is to get to know how you tick, how you’ll fit in… Read more »
Soft Skills that Make a Great Hotel Manager
Hiring the right manager is one of the most important decisions you can make for your hotel. A great manager can keep your guests happy, increasing your repeat and referral business. When you’re hiring a manager for your hotel, you look for industry experience, education and a track record of success. Hotel Managers must wear… Read more »
There is No Field Better than Hospitality
There is No Field Better than Hospitality. Here’s Why. The benefits of working in hospitality is a well-kept secret. Many people don’t even know all the options that are available to them, from front line positions like front desk clerk or server to running an entire hotel chain – the options are endless and varied.… Read more »
Ace Your Restaurant Management Job Interview
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 »
Is the Golden Rule Selfish?
Since childhood, we have all been raised by the Golden Rule: “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.” Many would cite this ethical code as one of their aspirations by which to live, both personally and professionally. The problem with the Golden Rule? It implies the basic assumption that other people would like… Read more »
The Most Sought After Careers in the Hospitality Industry
When you talk about hospitality, people first think of entry level jobs like busing tables, working as front desk clerk or housekeeper. But whether you enter the industry in one of these positions and work your way up or start your career further up the ladder, there are enviable positions where you can make a… Read more »
5 Ways to Lose Your Restaurant Manager Job
Working as a restaurant manager is a demanding job. Long hours on your feet, managing a team in an industry that tends toward high turnover and keeping the physical plant in order require a lot of different skills. But balancing these traits can be the key to getting and keeping management positions. But sometimes things… Read more »
Is a Hospitality Degree required for success in the Hotel and Restaurant Industry?
Hospitality Degree: Your Fast Track to Hotel and Restaurant Industry Success? A hospitality degree may be helpful in advancing your career in the Hotel and Restaurant Industry but experience is key. Employers will be more confident in your ability to do the job if you have proven on the job that you understand the demands… Read more »
Does Your Restaurant Manager Fit Your Restaurant’s Culture?
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 »