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Hotel development surge: Thousands of new projects poised to break ground

Hotel Business

Hotel Construction Pipeline Trend Report paints a picture of robust growth and strategic focus. As economic conditions evolve, particularly with anticipated interest rate reductions, we can expect to see many of these planned projects move swiftly into the under-construction phase. Lodging Econometrics’ (LE) Q2 2024 U.S.

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Westgate Resorts updates executive team

Hotel Business

In his new role, he will continue to lead mortgage operations, accounts services and financial planning & analysis, focusing on building a finance function to support the company’s expansion plans. Garrett Stump , a 24-year veteran of Westgate, has been promoted to SVP, owner services & inventory management.

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Host/Hostess Interview Questions to Identify Hospitality Skills and Customer Focus

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Even if they haven’t been a hostess, experiences in roles like retail or customer service can demonstrate their ability to handle customers' needs. 88% of customers believe the experience they have in your restaurant is as important as the products or food you offer. First impressions matter.

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Decade of Disruption: Restaurant Insiders Dish What’s on the Plate

Modern Restaurant Management

In my fiscal and strategic view, restaurant groupings of multiple locations and offerings using one accounting, HR, and legal system will continue to disrupt the industry, AND those single-location restaurant business models struggling to eke out a living. Chatbots , another form of AI, are starting to make strides in customer service.

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The Ultimate Guide to Restaurant Costs

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For example, you may choose to lease and not incur construction costs The cost ranges are only guidelines and your cost will differ The suggested expense to sales percentages are only recommendations Some costs will be both startup and operating costs. Construction and renovation costs differ by location and contractor. Casual: 33.2%

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How to become successful in restaurant businesses

Lithos POS

Outsource tasks like customer service and basic operations to software or employees. – Example : Create a detailed cash flow projection that accounts for peak and off-peak seasons, and set aside funds during high-revenue periods to cover low-revenue times. This will help you to simplify your accounting operations.

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MRM Franchise Feed: Currying Up Favor and Committed Taco

Modern Restaurant Management

In his new role, Tipton oversees multiple departments including Franchise Sales & Development, Real Estate, Café Design & Construction, Café Operations, and many more. She has a bachelor’s degree in accounting from the University of Wyoming and holds an active CPA license in the State of Colorado.