5 Tips for Attracting and Retaining Millennials
Millennials just surpassed Baby Boomers as the largest population cohort in the United States. Pew Research reports that one in three of our workers is now between the ages of 21 to 36. That’s 56 American workers just waiting for you to reach out, hire, and retain them. But will the same techniques that attracted […]
Stop Losing Talent at the Last Hour – Best Practices for Closing on a Job Offer
How many times have you done your best to recruit a candidate, only to have them walk away from the job offer? Say you’ve developed a good relationship, checked out their social media profile, checked references, made your best offer … and still lose the candidate to another company. It’s a competitive world out there […]
How to Eliminate Gender Bias When Hiring in the Bartending Industry
Diversity matters. Having a bias towards any type of person creates homogeny in the workplace that can stifle creativity. This is true for any industry, including hospitality, where having a diverse team helps companies understand the needs of a diverse client base. In the restaurant industry, gender bias can be an issue. Male bartenders dominate, […]
Important Reminders When Recruiting Millennials
The Bureau of Labor Statistics says most workers average about four years in a job. That is unless the employee is a millennial. According to the latest statistics, millennials stay in jobs for less than three years, marking them as having the potential to hold 15 to 20 jobs by the time they retire. What […]
4 Interview Red Flags When Hiring Hospitality Executives
Anyone can look good on paper. That’s why hiring managers conduct the interview process to help discern any candidate red flags the resume might have hidden. This is especially important in the hospitality industry, where employees come in direct contact with your customers. Choosing the wrong person could negatively affect your ability to keep the […]
Revamping Your Candidate Search Process: Tips for Hospitality Management Professionals
Introduction In the current recruiting environment, finding top talent can be a major challenge. However, it’s important to recognize that the methods we’ve been using may no longer be effective. It’s time to get creative and revamp how we find candidates. In this article, we will explore some ways you can change things up in […]
Reaching Passive Job Candidates in the Hospitality Industry
Finding qualified candidates in the hospitality industry can be challenging, especially with the U.S. unemployment rate at a 49-year low of just 3.9 percent. However, there is some good news. A recent study by ADP revealed that 42 percent of employees would consider discussing a new job, even if they aren’t actively looking for one. […]
Recruiting in a Low Unemployment Market: Tips for Hospitality Professionals
Introduction Recruiting in the hospitality industry can be challenging, especially with a high turnover rate of over 70%. However, with the current unemployment rate at a 17-year low, talent managers are facing even greater struggles. In this article, we will provide some valuable tips to help you recruit effectively during these challenging times. Build […]
Culinary Unity: How Diversity Shapes the Success of Restaurants
The Importance of Diversity in the Restaurant Industry Introduction Diversity plays a crucial role in the success of restaurants, especially in such a competitive industry as food service. By having a diverse group of employees, restaurants can create an inclusive environment where customers from all backgrounds feel welcome. While offering a multilingual menu and […]
The Truth About Ghosting: Not Just for Dating Anymore
Plus, our experts weigh in on what to do when you’re ghosted by a candidate Ghosting interviews is as old as the recruiting process itself. For years, candidates have chosen to not show up to interviews without any communication – it’s only now that we apply a term that’s been more typically used in the […]
