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Where Are All the Servers? Why Your Restaurant Workers Aren’t Showing Up and How You Can Change That

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It's time for restaurant operators to look hard at why their servers aren't showing up and solve that issue for the short and long term. The Real Reason Servers Aren't Showing Up. The average server salary in the U.S. Reduced tips: As workers who rely primarily on tips, the pandemic was devastating for server income.

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Pandemic Reflections: What Lessons Has the Restaurant Industry Learned?, Part One

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"The pandemic forced the restaurant industry to reinvent itself overnight, moving from a primarily in-store dining experience to an omnichannel, digital-first business. " As we mark the fifth anniversary, MRM magazine surveyed restaurant insiders about the pandemic’s lasting impact on their businesses and the industry.

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Hiring? Ask These Interview Questions to Spot Versatile Restaurant Talent

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Assessing Communication Skills Clear, consistent communication keeps restaurants running smoothly, whether giving instructions to the kitchen staff or addressing a customer’s concerns. The servers were informed of the change so they could guide customers. What to ask : “Describe a situation where something went wrong at work.

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How to Improve Team Communication with Restaurant Staff and Management

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You would think something as second nature to people as communication would be easy to manage in the workplace. Maybe one of your servers just called in sick at the last minute, your shipment of inventory containing all the ingredients for tonight's dinner special never showed up or the plumbing is acting up again. Table of Contents.

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How to Train Your Staff to Communicate Effectively with Guests

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It’s easy to rush training and skip past essential topics when you’re short-staffed or in your busy season or during the pandemic, but investing time in training can save you time and earn your business more money in the long run. Start with The Basics of Communication. Does my table over there need anything?

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What Does Social Distancing Mean for Social Businesses Like Restaurants?

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So the best way for restaurants to remain relevant, stay in business and stay connected to their customers is to increase delivery and pick up orders. And communications is front and center, particularly for restaurants that might not be as well known for out of restaurant food.

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

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Whether it’s managing reservations, coordinating with servers, or handling situations with grace, a skilled hostess brings a mix of warmth, professionalism, and operational expertise to the table. What strategies do you use to communicate with servers effectively to manage seating flow?

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