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Restaurants Turn to Hiring Bonuses to Entice Workers

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Applebee’s declared May 17 National Hiring Day in an effort to fill more than 10,000 roles across the country, a response to a recent record demand: The chain “achieved two of its highest-volume months ever in March and April,” according to FSR, which must have felt an especially remarkable feat for the workers at the understaffed restaurants.

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Staffing Issues Every Restaurant Owner Should Focus on Post-Pandemic

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The hospitality industry is the third largest employer in the United States (behind healthcare and government.) As business owners begin the process of hiring (or, in some cases, re-hiring) employees for their restaurants, bars, hotels, resorts and food services companies, here are five things to focus on: All Hands on Deck.

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MRM EXCLUSIVE: Can Technology Help Solve the Restaurant Labor Shortage?

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"It's a feeding frenzy on hiring right now. For decades, low wages, long hours, and the lack of healthcare for entry-level positions have discouraged many job seekers from exploring a career in the restaurant business. Those that aren’t, use Kiosk as a de-facto host until hiring someone makes sense.

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Think You Can’t Afford to Offer Perks and Benefits to Your Team?  Think Again

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Do you have trouble hiring or retaining a good team? That seems familiar and chances are they have no safety net and hopelessly watch healthcare costs go up at a startling rate. If providing health insurance is not in your budget, what if you were able to give them access to high-quality, truly affordable healthcare?

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Restaurants Go Digital to Attract and Retain Talent

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From access to healthcare benefits to childcare, tuition savings, or perks like discounts at notable retailers, employees are more actively seeking a holistic rewards package. Once an employee has been hired, the focus turns to onboarding. Being able to meet those demands is critical in attracting and retaining talent.

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MRM Research Roundup: Seasonal Hiring, Online Ordering and Feeding the Workplace

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Increasing awareness regarding preventative healthcare is expected to create profitable prospects for industry participants. The inclusion of chocolates in regular diets can help avoid reliance on medication and mitigate health issues.

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Turning Restaurant Staffing Challenges Into Opportunities

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This can include asking for recommendations or referrals for new hires, as well as checking in on the morale and mental health of the team. Employees who are invested in solutions are less likely to leave, saving the tremendous time and expense involved in staff turnover.