Believe it or not, ninety-two percent of online job applications go unfinished by candidates. That is a staggering figure for any business trying to keep teams staffed. For industries like country clubs, which already deal with a limited talent pool, it is also problematic. What can clubs do when their career page is losing candidates… Read more »
Category: Hospitality Industry Insights
Innovative Strategies for Attracting High School Workers to Your Restaurant
Traditionally, high school workers have been staples of the restaurant workforce. But in the last twenty years, the percentage of high school students holding jobs has dropped from over 30% to less than 20%. Since the most recent classes of high schoolers have had a unique upbringing in the last ten years, restaurants must look… Read more »
How Senior Living Communities Can Improve Employee Retention
In a recent survey of senior housing operators, ninety percent of respondents reported current staffing shortages! Yes, attracting new talent is key to staying staffed. However, senior living communities should consider putting the bulk of their time and energy into retaining their existing employees. How can senior living leaders create a workplace that fosters loyal… Read more »
Insightful Solutions to Reservation No-Shows
If you work in the restaurant industry, we don’t need to tell you how irritating, and usually financially detrimental, reservation no-shows are. It can throw operations out of balance and often creates staff resentment toward diners. While there is no one-size-fits-all solution, there are several ways you can control the rising rate of reservation no-shows.… Read more »
The Value of a Hotel Sustainability Specialist
Once a niche travel market, sustainable travel is on the minds of more travelers today. Over eighty percent say that sustainable travel is important to them! How can hotels make sustainability changes that resonate with travelers and still make sense operationally? Do you have hotel management that can take on the challenge? Or is that… Read more »
What is Turnover Really Costing You?
When a guest walks into your operation and sees the same reliable people, it increases their comfort and confidence that they will receive great service. They will keep coming back and confidently tell all their friends about their experience. So, when your hotel or restaurant sees a spike in turnover, what toll does it take… Read more »
What’s Next for the Restaurant Delivery Trend?
As many industry professionals predicted, food delivery is here to stay in the post-pandemic restaurant industry. However, there are a few caveats that surprised the industry. Between third-party delivery services stalling, full-service restaurants dropping delivery service, and consumers spending more consciously, food delivery has become a more complicated trend to forecast. Here is where the… Read more »
Hospitality Gig Workers are Back. Here’s How Country Clubs Can Benefit
While the mass exodus of full-time employees from food and beverage has dominated the news, there has been a quiet return of people looking for a flexible and fun way to earn extra income. At the same time, more than one in three Americans has a paying side gig, a percentage only expected to increase.… Read more »
Horizon Hospitality Named a 2023 Forbes Top Professional Recruiting Firm.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: CONTACT: Scott Samuels, CEO Tel: (913) 333-3190 Email: scott@horizonhospitality.com Web: www.horizonhospitality.com Horizon Hospitality Named a 2023 Forbes Top Professional Recruiting Firm. [Overland Park, KS – May 4, 2023] Horizon Hospitality Associates, a leading recruiting and executive search firm specializing in the hospitality industry, is proud to announce its inclusion in the… Read more »
Simple Ideas for Independent Hotels to Boost Their Digital Marketing
When travelers think of independent hotels, they imagine quaint B&Bs, historical community gems, and charming settings. For the growing number of travelers seeking a unique experience, this is perfect. Amid the noise of Online Travel Agencies (Expedia, Kayak, etc.), branded hotels, and sponsored ads, how can small properties stand out? Here are five ways for… Read more »








