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5 tips on how to become a hotel General Manager

eHotelier

The role of Hotel General Manager often requires between 15 to 20 years of experience. Learn how you can fast-track your career in less than 10 years.

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Totti’s expands from Sydney with first Victorian location

Hospitality Magazine

Merivale has announced one of its signature restaurant brands Totti’s will open in the Lorne Hotel in February next year. The group acquired the Victorian pub in May 2021, and will launch Totti’s on the ground floor, with executive chef team Mike Eggert and Matt Germanchis (Former Movida) spearheading the concept. It marks the fifth Totti’s location for Merivale, which originally launched the Eggert-fronted restaurant in Bondi before branching out to the CBD, Three Weeds in Roz

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Hotel management company At Mine Hospitality raises $6m

Boutique Hotel News

US: At Mine Hospitality, a Miami-based hotel management company, has raised $6 million from Enduring Ventures. Founded in January 2021 by Samuel Raccah and Matteo Soldatini, At Mine Hospitality and its subsidiaries operate 250 units across locations in Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Key West, and San Diego. The company aims to offer guests an experience that blurs the line between hotel and Airbnb, and so far has hosted more than 30,000 guests.

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Five Common Seasonal Hiring Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Modern Restaurant Management

The inevitable cycle of seasonal-driven activity fluctuations occurs each year, but it can still catch the restaurant industry off guard if they’re not prepared. As these chaotic holiday months approach, restaurants may find themselves needing to stock both their kitchen and their staff, but neither is as easy as it sounds. This is especially true as restaurants prepare for another uncertain holiday season.

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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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5 essential hotel marketing tips to increase bookings

eHotelier

Customers won’t just walk into your hotel; you’ll need to attract them. And to do that effectively, you’ll need to rely on the best marketing strategies. Sadly, many hoteliers lack insights into these strategies. If you are one of them, this post can help.

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Levantine-inspired restaurant Babylon launches in Brisbane

Hospitality Magazine

Mantle Group Hospitality is gearing up to open Levantine-inspired concept Babylon in Brisbane this summer. Babylon Brisbane is the sibling venue of the first location in Sydney, which opened in the CBD in 2019. Head Chef Ferdinand Sari has collaborated with Babylon Sydney Chef Robert Taylor to create an offering that combines Eastern Mediterranean seafood influences with Middle Eastern cuisine.

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Inflation Takes a Bite at the Restaurant Industry; How Can Operators Cope?

Modern Restaurant Management

As is the norm in the widespread economic landscape of 2022, inflation has well-and-truly hit the restaurant industry. In August of this year, the cost for consumers of purchasing food away from home rose by 8.3 percent compared to the same period in 2021. Additionally, menu prices at casual dining establishments rose by an average of 9 percent year over year from 2021.

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Crisis management preparedness: New innovation strategies

eHotelier

Here are some fresh ideas for surviving future crises in the hotel business.

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Josh and Julie Niland to open Petermen on Sydney’s North Shore

Hospitality Magazine

The force behind Saint Peter, Fish Butchery and Charcoal Fish Josh and Julie Niland have confirmed they will open a new Sydney restaurant early next year. Petermen will mark the fifth venue venue for the couple, who will also relocate their first restaurant Saint Peter to the Grand National Hotel in Paddington in the second quarter of 2023. The project will cover a 45-seat dining room along with an accommodation offering and bar.

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Port Canaveral Celebrates Newest Homeported Ship, Wonder of the Seas

Cruise Hive

Port Canaveral welcomes the world's largest cruise ship Wonder of the Seas, now sailing Caribbean cruises from the port. The post Port Canaveral Celebrates Newest Homeported Ship, Wonder of the Seas appeared first on Cruise Hive.

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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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The Leftovers

EATER

Lille Allen/Eater. Can an app promising discount, end-of-day goods make a dent in America’s food waste problem? When I was 12 years old, I had a brief and desultory career as a babysitter. I counted the minutes until the kids went to bed and I could make good on their parents’ offer: Eat whatever snacks you like. I have no memory of the money I made or the families I worked for, but I do remember the thrill of opening other people’s kitchen cabinets to find a wealth of surprise treats.

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Old ideas behind new hotel technology (plus what’s next)

eHotelier

Considering problems that the technology can solve in the day-to-day areas of the hospitality business, it’s clear that adopting hotel tech is no longer a nice-to-have, but a must-have to stay competitive.

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Wild Thyme & Honey appoints general manager

Boutique Hotel News

UK: Wild Thyme & Honey, a boutique hotel located in the Cotswolds, has appointed Simon Stanbrook as general manager. With over 24 years of hospitality experience in management and front of house roles with several boutique hotels and country inns across the country, Stanbrook is now responsible for the day-to-day running of Wild Thyme & Honey and its adjoining pub, The Crown at Ampney Brook.

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Two Cruise Lines Make Lobster Changes, Add Charges

Cruise Hive

Both Royal Caribbean and Carnival Cruise Line are making changes to lobster offerings, but why? How can guests still enjoy lobster onboard? The post Two Cruise Lines Make Lobster Changes, Add Charges appeared first on Cruise Hive.

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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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Why a Hotel CRM System is Essential for Your Property

InnQuest

In the competitive business that is hospitality, hotels must have their digital strategy on point in order to stand out, and a good Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system is one important aspect of that. In fact, global business revenue was projected to increase by $1.1 trillion thanks to CRM system s that involve Artificial Intelligence. . Hotels that are going to thrive in the future also need to make their operations as streamlined as possible in order to serve customers in a way that

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5 things that keep travel marketers awake at night

eHotelier

As the year ends and we start looking into future projections for what’s to come in 2023 and beyond, the outlook is a mixed bag.

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Three Cork hotels announce certified green managers

Boutique Hotel News

UK: Staff at three hotels in Cork have qualified as green managers after being awarded the Certificate in Environmental Sustainability Management in Hospitality. . The certificate is a follow on programme from the Fifty Shades Greener (FSG) environmental programme. Earlier this year, FSG in partnership with the Confederation of Tourism & Hospitality created and launched the Level 4 certification in environmental sustainability management, which is registered by Ofqual.

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Fourth Virgin Voyages Cruise Ship Floats Out at Shipyard

Cruise Hive

Brilliant Lady reached an important milestone in her construction today, as the ship was floated out for the first time in Genoa, Italy. The post Fourth Virgin Voyages Cruise Ship Floats Out at Shipyard appeared first on Cruise Hive.

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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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Japanese café Kahii opens as wine bar for night services

Hospitality Magazine

Japanese café and kissaten Kahii is now moonlighting as a French-inspired wine bar by night. Kahii is part of a multi-faceted Japanese drinking and dining hub on Kent Street in Sydney’s CBD and is the sibling venue of one-hatted restaurant Kuro. Co-Owners Alan Wong and Edmond Loo first launched the venue in 2016, which was one of the first specialty cafés in the city at the time.

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Splendid Hospitality expands portfolio with Mercure

eHotelier

Splendid Hospitality, one of the UK's fastest growing privately-owned hospitality management companies, has expanded its portfolio with the new Mercure Dumfries Cargenholm House, due to open 5 December 2022. Located close to the historic market town of Dumfries yet surrounded by countryside, the hotel offers an idyllic getaway for a break in coastal Scotland.

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Co-living inspired Peruvian hotel group NOMAD launches

Boutique Hotel News

Peru: NOMAD Hotels Group, a co-living inspired Peruvian hotel chain for digital nomads, has launched with eight brands. The founding CEO of NOMAD , Christopher Ramos, came up with the idea for Peru’s “home-boutique” hotel chain in 2013. The group consists of eight brands: Nomad Urban, Tribe, Family, Ecohotel, Village, and Hybrid (which were developed in 2020), as well as the qASA CARE co-working space, the INDIGO dining concept, and the AMBAR bars, which will be be incorporated into the hotels a

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Inflation is No Deterrent for the Majority of Travellers

InnQuest

As business started picking up again after the pandemic, inflation and the cost of living crisis worsened, threatening more uncertainty for the hospitality industry. However, contrary to what may have been expected, inflation is not putting travellers off. Travel has become a bigger priority for some consumers than it was before the pandemic, with many considering it an important factor in maintaining their mental health.

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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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BrewDog confirms first Sydney location with AVC

Hospitality Magazine

BrewDog will open the doors to a $3.2 million site in Sydney’s South Eveleigh this December. The brewery partnered with Australian Venue Co. (AVC) on the project, which is located in the Locomotive Workshop, neighbouring Lucky Kwong and Re-. The space can fit 730 patrons inside and 190 outside, spanning a dining room, bar and communal beer garden.

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The Anam Mui Ne to celebrate grand opening in January

eHotelier

The Anam Mui Ne, a resort with 127 elegant rooms and suites, a sublime design inspired by Vietnam’s Indochine era and prime beachfront location will celebrate its grand opening in January next year.

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Jonathon Liu, Clermont Hotel Group, on rebranding and vision

Boutique Hotel News

BHN sits down with Jonathon Liu, chief commercial officer at Clermont Hotel Group, to learn more about the company’s rebrand from Great London Hospitality (glh) and what’s next for the group. Filmed at The Clermont Victoria. The post Jonathon Liu, Clermont Hotel Group, on rebranding and vision appeared first on Boutique Hotel News.

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Canadian Cruise Port Signs Deal with Major Port Operator

Cruise Hive

Canadian cruise port Prince Rupert hopes to take advantage of the increase in cruises to Alaska, as it signs a new deal aimed at growth. The post Canadian Cruise Port Signs Deal with Major Port Operator appeared first on Cruise Hive.

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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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Produce focus: a deep dive into sea urchin

Hospitality Magazine

The sea urchin — also known as uni in Japan— is an echinoderm that belong to the class Echinoidea. There are more than 950 species of sea urchins that inhabit the world’s oceans, but it is estimated only 18 are considered edible. There are three main varieties of sea urchin currently harvested in Australia including purple, red and green. The purple sea urchin, or Heliocidaris erythrogramma, is mostly found along Sydney’s coastline and comprises the majority of commercial harvests across the cou

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Jerry Gibson appoints as General Manager in Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort and Spa

eHotelier

Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa today announces the appointment of Jerry Gibson as general manager of their imagined oceanfront resort, which last year completed a multi-million-dollar transformation. Gibson joins the team at an exciting time as the resort prepares to debut its newly rebranded Crown Suite collection and accompanying experiences that will invite guests to rediscover the landmark Oahu property in 2023.

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Molo Hotel Group buys Hotel Alexandra

Boutique Hotel News

Italy: Owner and developer Molo Hotel Group has purchased the Hotel Alexandra in Rome , marking the first acquisition in continental Europe for the group. Lighthouse Hotel Management will operate Hotel Alexandra, and plans are underway for a major refurbishment and repositioning of the property. The acquisition follows last year’s purchase of the Manchebo Beach Resort and Spa in Aruba.

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Carnival Celebration Arrives In Florida for the First Time

Cruise Hive

The newest Carnival cruise ship of 2022 arrived at her new home in PortMiami, today, November 20, ready for her inaugural Caribbean season. The post Carnival Celebration Arrives In Florida for the First Time appeared first on Cruise Hive.

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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.