How to Improve New Hire Orientation

How to Improve New Hire Orientation

A lot rides on the effectiveness of your new hire orientation program. For one thing, it sets the tone for new employees’ entire experience at your restaurant, contributing in large part to how well they perform and how long they stay. Whether you have a new...
Nice to Meet You, You’re Hired

Nice to Meet You, You’re Hired

With competition for quality employees as fierce as at is for loyal guests, it may be tempting to hire anyone who fills out an application and actually shows up for an interview. Not so fast! Even if you’re really feeling desperate, filling a position with just anyone...
Today’s Special: Quality Employees

Today’s Special: Quality Employees

In restaurants across the country these days, it seems like “Help Wanted” signs are just as common as daily specials boards. Unfortunately, though, just putting a sign in the window isn’t enough to attract quality employees. Competent applicants are not going to walk...
Are Your Restaurant Team Goals on Target?

Are Your Restaurant Team Goals on Target?

The infamous Homer Simpson once said, “I think Smithers picked me because of my motivational skills. Everyone says they have to work a lot harder when I’m around.” The success of your restaurant team is dependent on everyone working not only as hard...
eLearning: A Standard, Not a Trend

eLearning: A Standard, Not a Trend

When does a trend become a standard? In the training industry, it happens when a majority of companies accept a methodology as the foundation of their overall learning strategy. Such is the case with eLearning, or online training. Experts predict that over 77 percent...
Obstacles for Restaurant Managers

Obstacles for Restaurant Managers

Even the most effective restaurant managers encounter stubborn personnel obstacles—ones that won’t go away, but continue to block the flow of business and give rise to staff-training issues. Many leave you wondering how something so simple can cause so much...
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