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Culinary Talent Acquisition: Proven Strategies for Hiring Top Culinary Professionals
People are the heart of the hospitality industry. For a restaurant, catering service, cafe, or other food service business to succeed, it needs a kitchen staff with the skills to provide an exceptional customer experience. Unfortunately, these positions aren't easy...
Soft Skills in the Food and Beverage Job Search: Your Key to Success
It's a good time to start or advance a career in the food and beverage industry. The Bureau of Labor Statistics's career outlook projects fast employment growth for a number of occupations in this sector through 2031. They highlighted ten roles that are growing...
5 Proven Strategies for Long-Term Retention of Food & Beverage Employees
Employee turnover is a significant concern in the food and beverage industry. The data shows the rate of staff turnover in 2022 was 83.4%. While pandemic-related disruptions have certainly contributed to this problem, high turnover has been an ongoing concern for...
The Impact of Online Gaming on the Casino Workforce: The Changing Landscape of the Casino Industry
Online gaming has been steadily gaining popularity over the last decade, and its impact on the casino industry cannot be overlooked. The allure of online gaming, with its vibrant graphics and interactive features, has enticed many traditional casino-goers, prompting...
A Guide to Networking Effectively in the Hospitality Industry
Networking is one of the best ways to further your career. According to data from LinkedIn, referrals are the #1 way that people find a new job, and 56% of job seekers utilize their professional networks to find new opportunities. A strong network can be especially...
The Ultimate Guide to Building a Career in Culinary Arts: Tips, Education, and Job Opportunities
Do you have a passion for food? Then a career in the culinary industry could be the perfect fit, and this is a great time to get into this field. The National Restaurant Association's 2023 State of the Restaurant Industry report shows that the industry is on a...
How to Create an Inclusive Resort Hiring Process: Strategies for Promoting Equality and Diversity in the Workplace
Diversity and inclusion have been a growing priority for employers across the hospitality industry in recent years. Most large resort corporations today have a DE&I strategy, and many have included diversity in their values and mission statements. While this is...
Exploring the Most In-Demand Casino Jobs
For people who work in the gambling industry, 2023 has been a strong year. Gaming revenue broke records for the eighth straight quarter to kick off the year, exceeding $16.6 billion. That growth was consistent across every vertical of the casino industry, from...
New Salary Transparency Laws in Effect
On January 1, 2023, California, Washington, and Rhode Island implemented salary transparency laws to reduce pay gaps and protect workers from experiencing wage discrimination. California employers with 15 or more employees are now required to post the salary range...