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A guide to hotel departments, operational areas and building functions

SiteMinder

Assistant hotel manager (or assistant front of house manager). Night duty manager (or night auditor). Customer service is the main purpose of these roles, so the department must be designed in a way that allows for easy and comfortable customer interaction. Cleaning back of house offices and spaces.

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A comprehensive overview of job positions within a hotel

SiteMinder

Regardless of seniority, these are all customer facing positions and require excellent people skills. Hotel manager. Of all the front of the house positions in a hotel, this is the most senior. The purpose of the role is to ensure that all guests receive high quality customer service. Human resources manager.

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Restaurant management skills as the gateway to a dynamic career

Les Roches

You’ll also need to handle vendor management for timely supplies. Budgeting and financial management Portra/E+ via Getty Images Finances for a restaurant will include sales forecasting, food cost control, staffing costs, and more. This means working closely with team members to know what’s needed and when.

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Restaurant management skills as the gateway to a dynamic career

Les Roches

You’ll also need to handle vendor management for timely supplies. Budgeting and financial management Finances for a restaurant will include sales forecasting, food cost control, staffing costs, and more. However, orders must be balanced with minimizing waste, as food waste in particular can be a source of financial drain.

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The Future of Dining: Industry Expert Insights

Modern Restaurant Management

Artificial Intelligence bots manage customer service interactions, asking clarifying questions to gather the necessary details. Utilizing a digital software platform to help manage inventory, purchasing/ordering significantly help streamline budgets and see current and future costs that will impact the business.

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