Private Chef vs Personal Chef – Top Key Differences

Thinking about hiring a chef? Smart move. A well-run kitchen needs the right talent. However, not all chefs operate the same way. Take for instance a private chef vs personal chef. People tend to use the terms interchangeably to refer to a chef that works for individuals. But the truth […]

Top 10 Characteristics of a Restaurant Manager

Imagine a group of chefs, servers, and hosts working in perfect sync to deliver a memorable dining experience. In many restaurants, that level of collaboration is cultivated by an exceptional manager. From guiding operational efficiency to ensuring customer satisfaction, the characteristics of a great restaurant manager can have a radical […]

Designing a Perfect Restaurant Manager Bonus Structure – Guide

Imagine running an amazing restaurant where every team member is fully invested in its success—chefs perfect each dish with pride, servers engage customers with genuine warmth, and the manager handles it all like a skilled conductor. Now, picture how much more motivated your leadership team could be if they stood […]

How to Hire a Chef: The Ultimate Checklist for Hiring

Finding the right chef is more than just filling a position—it’s about bringing in talent that can elevate your restaurant’s reputation, creativity, and operational success. According to a survey from the American Culinary Federation, 89% of restaurateurs believe that hiring the right chef directly impacts their bottom line. That’s a […]

14 Restaurant Job Boards To Help You Hire in 2024

  Let’s face it. Hiring can be really tough! Especially in the restaurant/hospitality industry. High turnover rates. Tough to fill roles. New restaurant openings. Short staffed locations. And the list goes on and on and on… That’s why we have compiled this list of the 14 best restaurant job boards, […]

6 Tips On How to Hire Quality Restaurant Staff in 2024

Updated 7/19/24 – For today’s blog we gathered a variety of insights directly from industry experts on how to hire top quality restaurant staff and how to identify, attract & retain these employees. We asked these experts to share their thoughts on this topic and I hope you find these […]

33 Restaurant Recruiting Tools to Try in 2024

This article outlines 33 restaurant recruiting tools for restaurants, hospitality and hotels. This article is based on what our clients use, our team of recruiters use and what are the most effective restaurant recruiting tools that really help get results (great hires and saves us time in our workday!) But […]

10 Best Websites for Hospitality Staffing Solutions

Ten best websites for recruiting reliable and skilled restaurant staff. These include popular platforms like Indeed and ZipRecruiter, as well as niche sites like The Restaurant Zone and Poached Jobs. Consider factors such as platform features, reach, and cost when choosing a hiring website, and your unique needs, budget, and time constraints when hiring.

The Best Recruitment Agency For Tourism & Hospitality Industry In The US?

The hospitality and tourism industry is one of the most important industries in the United States, employing over 7.6 million people. The industry is also one of the most competitive, with many qualified candidates vying for limited positions. So, how do you ensure that you stand out from the rest […]

2019 Restaurant Industry Salary (Free Download!)

CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL 2019 RESTAURANT INDUSTRY SALARY REPORT It is our tradition at RestaurantZone to publish each year an annual salary review, a quick reference guide of salaries being paid across the hospitality industry in the U.S. We are delighted that we are able to provide our 2019 […]

How to Increase Restaurant Sales – 4 Strategies to Follow

As Mark Cuban says, “Sales cures all”. In today’s post hear from the experts and what clients have been doing to increase their restaurants sales. 1) Customer Service & Customer Retention: Need more customers? Do you have a lot customers come in the door of your restaurant, but few returning customers? […]

Restaurant Employee Turnover – How to Reduce it by Following these 3 Simple Steps

Employee turnover problems? You’re not alone. Don’t worry, it’s inevitable in the restaurant industry. The good news is with every problem, arises an opportunity to shine. Here are three bulletproof strategies to reduce turnover today. Beat your competition and in the long-run have a healthier more profitable business. Let’s get started! 1) […]

2017 Restaurant Industry Salary Report (Free Download!)

CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL 2017 RESTAURANT INDUSTRY SALARY REPORT Each year RestaurantZone publishes a free annual salary review; a quick reference guide of salaries being paid across the restaurant industry. We are delighted that we are able to provide our 2017 figures. These figures are based on internal data we […]

Text Messaging Job Seekers: Powerful Tactics that Produce Results + Examples

Text messaging job seekers…a completely UNDERATED way to book more interviews and get in contact with qualified candidates. I’ve seen a massive number of our own clients have absolutely incredible success with texting. Plus, an Emarketer mobile research study showed that the average person in 2017 spends 4 hours and 5 minutes […]

Hospitality Resume Database: Writing Messages that Convert + Examples that Work!

When it comes to cold messaging candidates in a hospitality resume database, candidate pools or social networks. It’s recommended to put your marketing hat on and personalize, personalize and personalize some more! Our team of job-seeker specialists who curate and vet talent daily for our clients, are constantly contacting candidates […]

Job titles, they’re more important than you might think!

We speak to recruiters and HR professionals daily and we’re always gathering insights into how they work and what is the most effective to them when it comes to attracting the right talent. With every conversation, we notice that combinations of different strategies work for each recruiter, company and/or HR […]

How to Set Up Craigslist Alerts for Resumes

In this article I wanted to share a really simple tactic on how to easily setup resume alerts utilizing Craigslist. In the “resumes” section on Craigslist, there’s always a chance that you can find a golden nugget in there. I’m going to show you 5 easy steps on how to setup […]

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