Ken Burgin

MAY 9, 2022

Ken Burgin interviewed Michael to find out what he’s learned during the pandemic about Innovation & Leadership in Hospitality Management. We also discussed changes in managing people – recruitment, retention, mental health, skill development, culture and productivity. Subscribe to Hospo Reset Podcast on Apple Podcasts.

Leadership 96

Leadership Innovation Hospitality Management 96

7 Shifts

JANUARY 31, 2024

For example, you might have to take a larger role in candidate sourcing, recruiting, hiring, onboarding, and even the firing process than you might expect. So, regardless of your natural disposition or prior experience, work to build your leadership skills so you can set the tone in the work environment.

Management 397

Management Management Kitchen Safety Front of House 397

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 7, 2021

This is the frothy backdrop against which restaurant HR professionals are working to recruit, cultivate and retain the right talent. Additionally, skills sometimes considered secondary to restaurant roles are much more likely to be valuable in post-COVID recruiting.

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2022 Operations Recruiting Hiring 197

Black Box Intelligence

AUGUST 5, 2021

To overcome these issues, recruiters are getting creative , offering perks ranging from interview bonuses to competitive benefits. The shift to digital communications has also changed the way businesses recruit, making social media, online job boards and employer branding more important than ever. The state of staffing and recruiting.

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Recruiting 2021 Management Management 102

Embrace the Suck

FEBRUARY 12, 2020

Are you actively recruiting talent each week or just placing a couple of boring job ads hoping that the next superstar is going to walk in? Sidenote: If you don't like to talk to people face-to-face, then perhaps it's time to think about a career beyond leadership in the hospitality industry. Bad hiring is a disease.

Coaching 337

Coaching Email Marketing Communication Workshop 337

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 18, 2019

To thrive in this labor climate, it is essential that food service employers explore innovative ways to stand out among competitors to recruit and retain sharp, dedicated talent. This could mean providing clear pathways for promotions and leadership opportunities for employees seeking to move up within the business.

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Recruiting 2018 Beverage Cash Management 123

Black Box Intelligence

AUGUST 5, 2021

To overcome these issues, recruiters are getting creative , offering perks ranging from interview bonuses to competitive benefits. The shift to digital communications has also changed the way businesses recruit, making social media, online job boards and employer branding more important than ever. The state of staffing and recruiting.

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Recruiting 2021 Management Management 98

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 7, 2024

Implement management training programs for young talent to help fill future skill gaps and ensure the continuity of leadership. Find Recruitment Partners : As the labor force shrinks globally due to aging populations, use recruiting firms as a valuable partner in identifying qualified talent that can fill the skill gaps of the future.

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Marketing Recruiting 2050 2024 167

Crunchtime

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

With a 5-Step Leadership Ladder , you can quickly deploy a talent development program to retain team members and develop bench strength. From the moment a new employee is hired, you have an opportunity to teach them about leadership, giving rising stars opportunities to learn management skills before you need to promote them.

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Leadership Employee Relations Training Coaching 78

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 1, 2022

From recruiting to retention, if the employee experience is positive and fulfilling, loyalty is fostered, and staff is more likely to stay put. By providing training focused on life skills that extend beyond the restaurant environment, such as communication, goal setting, and leadership, this demonstrates holistic investment in the workforce.

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Front of House Loyalty Program Back of House Training 230

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Growth and Leadership While the restaurant industry grew by 1.7 Recruiting and Retention Remain a Struggle In the research report, 65 percent of respondents described the current labor market as “tight” or “very tight.” percent in 2024 and added 210,300 jobs, a standout category led the pack.

2025 189

2025 2024 Recruiting Employee Relations 189

Future Food

APRIL 20, 2021

In a word, leadership. While it is no surprise that leadership shapes the culture of a company, it is the alignment of the leadership team from the managing director through the catering organisation down to the office-based or onsite manager that forms the strongest indicator of success for executing the food vision day after day.

Leadership 78

Leadership Catering Customer Service Hospitality 78

Future Food

APRIL 21, 2021

In a word, leadership. While it is no surprise that leadership shapes the culture of a company, it is the alignment of the leadership team from the managing director through the catering organisation down to the office-based or onsite manager that forms the strongest indicator of success for executing the food vision day after day.

Leadership 78

Leadership Catering Customer Service Hospitality 78

7 Shifts

JUNE 8, 2020

Andrea: “ Recruiting and retaining a strong team in an industry where high turnover is a known concern.” Katie: “ I needed more stability, I wanted a different environment and felt like I grew out of the late-night shifts, and wanted more of a leadership role.” At the restaurant where I worked (Snakes & Lattes) it was always fun!

Customer Experience 326

Customer Experience Front of House Communication Back of House 326

7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

In fact, 80% of learning and development leaders say management and leadership skills are their top training priorities. By providing training that covers leadership skills, conflict resolution, and staff management, you can empower managers to handle day-to-day operations more effectively.

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Training Kitchen Safety Customer Service Food Safety 195

Embrace the Suck

APRIL 18, 2022

I should recruit more talent. I must recruit more talent. The best understand that constantly recruiting and attracting top talent isn’t something they do when they need to fill an empty spot on the team. They also hold their leadership team accountable to be an example of these core values. I must market more.

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Social Media Recruiting Online Ordering Point of Sale 221

Hot Schedules

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

With a reduced labor pool to choose from, hiring operators have found themselves in stiff competition with rivals for recruits — which has often resulted in raising wages or adding additional benefits and perks that ultimately cut into the bottom line. Understanding which ones to care about can have a big effect on your bottom line.

Hotels 147

Hotels Inventory Guest Recovery Leadership 147

7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 19, 2019

A high turnover means you now have to recruit, select, and train new candidates, which takes time and costs money. Because happier employees are also less likely to leave, you don't spend money recruiting and training new hires. Let's not forget that you also have to cope with a loss in productivity.

Management 284

Management Management 2019 Employee Relations 284

The Restaurant Coach University

JANUARY 29, 2017

The common thread in this bad recipe is lack of vision and poor leadership. You offset the replacement of bad team members by always recruiting. You must actively recruit new team members. By recruiting, we are not talking about just posting a help wanted ad and hoping for applications to pour in. A recipe for failure.

Recruiting 132

Recruiting Coaching Point of Sale Take-out 132

7 Shifts

JANUARY 31, 2024

For example, you might have to take a larger role in candidate sourcing, recruiting, hiring, onboarding, and even the firing process than you might expect. So, regardless of your natural disposition or prior experience, work to build your leadership skills so you can set the tone in the work environment.

Management 195

Management Management Kitchen Safety Front of House 195

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 27, 2024

In his new book, Scott Greenberg provides an inspiring, practical framework for management to explore their biases, habits, and leadership styles while learning how to refine the way they manage so they can more effectively recruit, retain, and motivate their hourly teams.

Coaching 110

Coaching Franchise Franchising Book 110

Sling

MARCH 25, 2021

2) Recruit For Best Fit. Your business will develop its own preferred methods of finding employees , but the most important aspect of it all is recruiting the best fit for the group cohesion of your team. Once you’ve identified what your business needs, you can recruit accordingly. 3) Hire With Diversity In Mind.

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Recruiting Communication Hiring Small Business 148

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 31, 2021

75 percent of restaurant operators reported that recruiting employees was their top challenge as of June 2021 – the highest level ever recorded. A 30-year veteran of the food and beverage industry, Bené will remain in a leadership role as he returns to the beverage distribution sector. ” Marvin F.

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2021 Beverage Leadership Food Order 180

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 30, 2019

You never know who might make a good GM if your current one is not providing opportunities for all employees to demonstrate their leadership skills. If you have to recruit from outside of your organization, it’s important to note that paying for a talented GM might come with a larger price tag. Finding the Rght GM.

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Management Management Training Hiring 133

7 Shifts

MARCH 29, 2023

He started out at Darden Restaurants and has worked in executive leadership roles at Del Frisco's, Michael Mina and Birdcall before joining bartaco in 2021. I think there's been a very big change in landscape of how we're recruiting and how purpose-driven restaurants need to be versus just selling an experience.”

Front of House 195

Front of House Back of House Tip Distribution Coaching 195

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

It started with an overhaul of existing branding, packaging and restaurant design for its national franchise stores and then followed with the recruitment of a seasoned senior leadership team. During the award presentation, RBA was commended for its leadership and dedication to the brand. ” Popeyes to Grow in Romania.

Franchise 180

Franchise Franchising Leadership Beverage 180

ExactHire - Restaurants

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

Let’s talk about the area where we, HR Professionals, may need extra support now–recruiting and hiring. Hiring with QR codes–or using them in your recruitment process–can be the catalyst that amplifies your applicant volume. Hiring with QR Codes. By hiring with QR codes! How and Where to Use QR Codes for Hiring.

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Hiring Recruiting Tip Distribution Communication 98

ChowNow

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Best Practices for Recruiting and Hiring Management and Support Staff 1. For example, when hiring a sous chef, describe the cooking skills, leadership experience, and knowledge of kitchen operations that are essential for the role. Sourcing Candidates Utilize multiple recruitment channels.

Hiring 78

Hiring FOH Recruiting Fine Dining 78

Xtra Chef

JULY 14, 2020

As People & Culture Manager, I’m responsible for managing all HR operations – from recruiting to payroll and benefits. I also have a role in company communications and working with teams and leadership with an overall goal of making the experience of working at xtraCHEF a positive one.

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Recruiting Leadership Travel Book 89

Sante

DECEMBER 16, 2019

Fast forward to today via successes and challenges, and Gaucho is now under new ownership and leadership with CEO Martin Williams, Managing Director Ross Butler and Brand/Marketing Director Jenna Bromage. Charlotte Street will lead this initiative with 10% of the team having been recruited through these partnerships.

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Recycling Uniforms Dine-in Design 26

The Restaurant Coach University

AUGUST 10, 2017

Another step to finding top talent is to become obsessed with recruiting. Always carry business cards and use your social media connections to constantly be recruiting. Network on sites like LinkedIn for potential candidates for leadership roles in your organization. Hiring and recruiting can be very similar to mining for gold.

Hiring 70

Hiring Recruiting Restaurant Law Social Media 70

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 17, 2020

For those who may not want to be in a manager role, the brand is introducing "Makers," a program for restaurant team members who want to elevate their passion for the brand and want leadership experience. Paris Baquette's Leadership Changes. ” I Heart Mac & Cheese is now open in Cooper City, Florida.

Franchise 134

Franchise Franchising Fast Casual Leadership 134

Apicbase

JUNE 20, 2022

That’s why recruiting from within your existing customer database is an excellent plan. We recommend offering soft skills training and leadership courses to help business owners manage their teams better. The wildcard: your customer database. The ideal candidate for your next franchise unit may already be right in front of you.

Recruiting 52

Recruiting Franchising Franchise Loyalty Program 52

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Under Barb’s leadership, TSFR’s Del Taco restaurants consistently broke system wide sales records and TSFR was named franchisee of the year two years in a row. Restaurant and Chef and Leadership award categories will continue to have no fees for entry. Module 4: Recruitment and Onboarding. To ensure accountability:

Food 173

Food Tip Distribution Guest Recovery Food Safety 173

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 19, 2023

This covers requirements such as robust recruitment parameters, franchisee training and continuing support, performance monitoring and a formal franchise dispute management process. D&O covers leadership defense costs and damages, particularly in play against franchisee litigation.

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Insurance Franchise Franchising Document 100

Sling

MARCH 16, 2021

Recruiting. 3) Leadership. As in all aspects of your business, leadership plays a critical role in human capital management efforts. With this information in hand, HCM leadership will be well equipped to implement policies that are directly in line with your business strategy, vision, and values. Onboarding. Compliance.

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Management Management Leadership Employee Relations 78

Marketing4Restaurants

DECEMBER 22, 2019

He addresses topics of personal growth, leadership, management, marketing, and technology leveraging. Donald Burns listed them as: Recruit better. Passion, Vision, and Leadership are the core elements that have led Sal Lupoli to the pinnacle of our industry. Horst Schulze On The 24 Standards Of Service. Interview better.

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