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Designing a Next-Gen Teaching Facility

Modern Restaurant Management

1856 is the first-of-its-kind, student-run culinary experience in the Tony and Libba Rane Culinary Science Center in Auburn, Alabama. Designed by The Johnson Studio at Cooper Carry, the facility provides real-world experience for the next generation of chefs and hospitality leaders. Features of the facility include: An open expo kitchen with TVs for professors to examine students’ work, wider walkways and a glass atrium to allow teachers to give real-time instruction in the midst of an act

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Hotel operator’s checklist to master flawless check-in

eHotelier

The check-in process begins long before guests arrive at the front desk – and extends beyond checkout as well. From pre-arrival to during and after a guest’s stay, there are multiple touchpoints that define how a guest experiences your hotel’s approach to hospitality.

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Inexpensive Marketing Strategy for Hotel: Leveraging Your Existing Customers

Soft Inn

In today's digital era, having a strong online presence is essential for any hotel business. While marketing strategies can be too costly, I am here to help you explore inexpensive yet effective ways to promote your hotel business out there. So in this blog, I will reveal the power of focusing on your existing customers and how you can capitalize on their influence to drive your hotel's marketing efforts, thus helping to boost your hotel revenue.

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Maybe Sammy appoints new head chef

Hospitality Magazine

The Sydney bar has welcomed Elijah Attard (Yellow) to the team to create a new bar food offering for the venue. Attard’s menu follows the theme of the venue’s recent cocktail offering Mirage, and are easy-to-execute dishes for busy services. “Maybe Sammy has a world-class reputation for delivering an innovative cocktail experience and the food should be just as engaging,” says Attard. “The ‘expect the unexpected’ theme of the Mirage cocktails is something I’ve carri

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What Your Financial Statements Are Telling You—And How to Listen!

Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker

Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.

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IHIF 2023: David Anderson, Aimbridge Hospitality

Boutique Hotel News

BHN talks to David Anderson, VP EMEA at Aimbridge Hospitality , about the different hotel operating models, what owners should consider when weighing up in-house or outsourced operations, as well as future expansion plans for Aimbridge across Europe. Filmed at the International Hospitality Investment Forum ( IHIF ) at the InterContinental Berlin. The post IHIF 2023: David Anderson, Aimbridge Hospitality appeared first on Boutique Hotel News.

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Why technology has the hotel business bootstrapped

eHotelier

It is difficult to get hotel stakeholders to invest and develop the kind of broad hotel “operating technology solutions” that we all know we need. Here's a way to make them pay.

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Cuckoo Callay cafe closes in Surry Hills

Hospitality Magazine

Sydney hospitality group Esca have confirmed Cuckoo Callay Surry Hills will close its doors on 11 June. The city-side cafe was the second Cuckoo Callay location — with the original launching in Newtown back in 2013 — before the Surry Hills branch arrived on the dining scene almost six years ago. But the group have decided it’s time for a change and will debut a new Japanese concept called Ito later this year.

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Nominations open for the Independent Hotel Show Awards 2023

Boutique Hotel News

UK: Nominations for this year’s Independent Hotel Show Awards, which includes the Independent Hotel of the Year and the GM of the Future, are now open with deadlines in mid-June. The Independent Hotel of the Year award celebrates a hotel which “embodies independent spirit, excellence, and innovation in creating exceptional guest experiences”.

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Maximising your hotel’s revenue: How to leverage packages on your booking engine

eHotelier

A well-crafted package offer can help differentiate your hotel from competitors, showcase the unique experiences your property offers, and persuade guests to choose your hotel over others. Here are some great examples based on property type.

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Promotions and Loyalty Programs Are Key to Coaxing Diners

Modern Restaurant Management

Promotions and loyalty programs are necessary to convince Americans to dine out more frequently, according to new research from Provoke Insights and Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine. “As budgets are tightening, restaurants must acknowledge that eating out is becoming a luxury,” Provoke Insights President Carly Fink told MRM. “Establishments should ensure that the experience is worthwhile to the customer with high customer service and great food.

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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Top 5 Hotel PMS System Features for your independent hotel

Hotelogix

The post Top 5 Hotel PMS System Features for your independent hotel appeared first on Hotelogix.

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Announcing 7shifts Payroll

7 Shifts

Since the very beginning, we've strived to make it easier for restaurants to prepare for payday with tools for scheduling, time clocking, deep regional compliance support, and dozens of integrations with leading payroll providers. That's why I'm proud to announce the release of 7shifts Payroll , built to help restaurants run payroll in minutes—not hours.

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This is why you need great tech-enabled hotel employee experiences

eHotelier

If hotels continue to struggle in attracting and retaining great young hires by not heeding the call for EX innovation, guest service will be what suffers, greatly impacting the bottom line.

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Great Expectations as Customers Show Increased Appetite for Swift Service and Customization

Modern Restaurant Management

The restaurant industry has changed significantly in recent years, not least due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Globally, restaurants saw a notable shift in customer expectations and behavior during this time. For lengthy periods over the course of two years, businesses were forced to operate solely on a take-out and delivery basis, and it soon became evident that everybody would need to up their game.

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Food & Beverage Industry Report 2024

Driven by a diverse and exciting ecosystem of passionate, ambitious, and often young entrepreneurs, the Food & Beverage (F&B) sector is a highly competitive environment full of immense challenges and exciting opportunities. Expert Market’s 2024 industry report, sponsored by Toast, is informed by a survey of 522 U.S. food and beverage professionals, from restaurant owners to food service managers, providing insights into the real-time challenges and opportunities within the industry.

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W Brisbane announces restaurant The Lex

Hospitality Magazine

Set to open on 15 June, The Lex will send a nod to the food and venues of New York – the birthplace of W Hotels. But while taking inspiration from a New York-style grill, the menu will be a showcase of local produce from Southeast Queensland. “Inspired by the birthplace of W Hotels in New York City, The Lex builds strongly on the W origin story and not only brings a highly sought-after dining experience to Brisbane, but one that connects us with our brand globally,” says W Bris

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Top 5 Benefits of Hotelogix multi-property management system for hotel groups

Hotelogix

The post Top 5 Benefits of Hotelogix multi-property management system for hotel groups appeared first on Hotelogix.

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How are top independent resort operators leveraging their tech stack to increase revenue?

eHotelier

Resorts are embracing technology to improve cross-selling and ancillary revenue.

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TSA’s Facial Recognition Raises New Concerns

Travel Pulse Destinations

Some government officials are worried about the risk to civil liberties, privacy rights, safety and security of biometric data, and racial discrimination.

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Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide

Managing HR tasks like payroll, compliance, and employee data can overwhelm small businesses. That’s where a Human Capital Management (HCM) solution comes in. Our eBook, Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide , shows how an HCM system automates tedious processes, ensuring your business stays compliant and efficient. You’ll learn how to simplify payroll, eliminate costly errors, and empower your employees with self-service tools.

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The Next Generation of American Cheese

EATER

Lille Allen/Eater The founders of New School cheese say they are making the first “quality” American cheese The joke that people love to hate — or hate to love — American cheese is outdated. We’re at the point where we can all admit it’s good. You ever top a burger with fresh mozzarella and watch as it sits there and does everything but melt? Ever try putting a slice of cheddar on ramen only to witness the puddles of fat sweat out from the clumpy solids?

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10+ Brilliant Ideas to Enhance Your Guest Experience

Hotelogix

The post 10+ Brilliant Ideas to Enhance Your Guest Experience appeared first on Hotelogix.

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Mandarin Oriental to launch in Athens

Boutique Hotel News

Greece: Luxury hotel and residences Mandarin Oriental, Athens, will be developed within the urban regeneration project The Ellinikon and is set to open in the summer of 2027. Mandarin Oriental, Athens will be developed by BELT Riviera S.A., a company by TEMES S.A., in partnership with HELLINIKON S.M.S.A., a subsidiary of LAMDA Development. It will be located along the shoreline of Athens at the centre of The Ellinikon – an €8 billion redevelopment project on the former site of Hellenikon

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Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort and Spa appoints Irby Morvant Jr. as General Manager

eHotelier

Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort and Spa, a Texas destination resort near Austin’s Hill Country tucked away on 405 lush acres along the banks of the Lower Colorado River, is pleased to announce the appointment of Irby Morvant Jr. as general manager. In his new role, Morvant will lead the hotel team and oversee all operations of the AAA Four Diamond resort.

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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How to manage a hostel and avoid common mistakes | Mews

MEWS

Managing a hostel is complex. There are reservations and inventory management, channel management, operations, processing payments, marketing, managing cash flow and costs, etc. All with one goal: keeping your hostel profitable. To avoid making common mistakes, you need systems that ensure you're efficiently meeting your hostel's operating needs.

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Hospitality Leaders Summit Melbourne program announced

Hospitality Magazine

The essential event for the hospitality industry returns to Melbourne, with a stellar line-up of speakers set to take the stage. FIRST-RELEASE TICKETS NOW ON SALE ! Hosted on Monday 31 July at Metropolis Events, the Hospitality Leaders Summit program will cover the all-important issues the sector wants to and needs to talk about including: Staffing solutions and recruitment strategies Social media and marketing tips 2024 food and beverage trends Menu design Sustainability initiatives Utilising t

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18 Coast & Country Collection hotels individually up for sale

Boutique Hotel News

UK: Hotel property adviser Christie & Co has been appointed to sell 18 hotels from the Coast & Country Collection on an individual basis. The portfolio represents assets located across England, Scotland and Wales. In many cases, the assets have not been made available on a single asset basis for a generation. Hotels brought to market include: • Beresford Hotel, Newquay • Broadway Park Hotel, Sandown, Isle of Wight • Caledonian Hotel, Fort William • The Carlton Hotel, Great Yarmouth •

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Joseph Cozza joined Cayuga Hospitality Consultants as Partner

eHotelier

Cayuga Hospitality Consultants is excited to announce that Joseph Cozza, based in Farmingdale, NJ, has joined the team of managing partners of the global network of independent consultants. Joe brings decades of experience in executive management roles with Marriott, Cipriani, and earlier career positions with other revered international hotel brands.

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Best Practices to Streamline Compensation Management: A Foundation for Growth

Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson

Payroll optimization can be one of the most time-consuming and complex factors of small business management. Yet, organizations that crack the code on streamlining employee compensation often discover innovative avenues for growth. With the right strategies in place, outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes can result in substantial time and resource savings.

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How to switch to a new Property Management Software | Mews

MEWS

So, you’re considering the biggest of all moves.

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Providing Professional References: The Essential Do’s and Don’ts

Horizon Hospitality

Our hospitality recruiters will be the first to tell you that a glowing professional reference can seal the deal on your dream job offer. But if you are not in the habit of networking, asking for professional references can feel intimidating. The good news is that most of your professional network would love to contribute to your professional success.

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Stevenson at INTELITY wins TravelTech CEO of the year

Boutique Hotel News

US: Robert Stevenson, who heads up the guest experience and staff management platform INTELITY, has been presented with the TravelTech Breakthrough Awarded for CEO of the year. Stevenson has more than 25 years of tech executive experience and has led INTELITY as CEO since 2018. As an early investor in the company, he has focussed on improving INTELITY’s marketing and sales as well as the development of its products.

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Thompson Hotels Brand to launch in Palm Springs, California

eHotelier

Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced today plans for the 168-room Thompson Palm Springs, which will join the award-winning luxury lifestyle Thompson Hotels portfolio and mark the second Thompson Hotels property in California. Thompson Palm Springs is expected to open in late 2023 and will offer panoramic views of the San Jacinto Mountains and the city of Palm Springs.

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Business Automation in Hospitality: A New World

Dive into the transformative potential of business automation within the hospitality sector. This comprehensive overview showcases how innovative technologies can streamline operations, reduce costs, and elevate guest satisfaction. Discover the advantages of integrating systems like automated check-ins, CRM, and energy management to not only save on expenses but also to provide a seamless and personalized guest experience.