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Travelodge to expand headcount by over 400 this summer

Hotel Owner

It said the four level “comprehensive” programme provides a clear pathway of development and career mapping for hotel and maintenance colleagues to progress from entry level roles through to manager level, showing that Travelodge is a place where you can get in and get on, irrespective of background or educational attainment.

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Tech-Driven Hospitality Trends to Expect in 2024 and Beyond

Revenue Hub

For example, AI can help procurement software compare environmentally friendly and diverse-owned hotel suppliers and monitor outcomes when investing in these businesses. If you’re procuring digital tools, the key is to strike a balance between automation and human touch.

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How Dark Kitchen Businesses Can Recoup Their Start-Up Costs and Reach Break-Even Faster

The Restaurant Times

Forecasting will also allow you to benefit from proper budgeting, which is very important for running a restaurant business. Rather than procuring raw materials on credit from your suppliers, check if they are willing to offer a discount if you make an immediate payment. Reduce maintenance costs.

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The Latest Restaurant Industry Trends to Watch Out for in 2021

The Restaurant Times

Providing new offerings, limiting menus, and offering unique experiences will help attract diners who may be limiting their dining out budgets. Operating entirely from the back-end brings down the rental and maintenance costs significantly. Restaurateurs can also accommodate limited time offers and new menu offerings. .

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10 Things UAE Restaurants Must Consider When Buying Restaurant Equipment

The Restaurant Times

If you are operating on a tight budget, analyze what types of restaurant equipment will be required. You can either go for second-hand equipment as they are budget-friendly or select multifunctional equipment that serves many purposes. . Maintenance. After purchasing the equipment, create a cleaning and maintenance schedule.

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Setting Up Your Cloud Kitchen? These Are The Operational Processes To Follow

The Restaurant Times

Compared to a traditional restaurant, setting up a cloud kitchen requires low capital expenditure, has fewer maintenance costs and needs a smaller yet well-designed space and infrastructure to start off the business with. Inventory Procurement. Procuring and storing raw materials is often a problem. Kitchen Management .

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Hotel management jobs as the path to exciting careers

Les Roches

Food and beverage manager : working within food and beverage management can include overseeing a team of chefs, stock inventory and employee scheduling Restaurant manager: supervising operations in the kitchen and ensuring the restaurant complies with health, safety and quality assurance Sales and marketing director: this role includes managing a (..)