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7 tips for procuring contractors for a hotel

eHotelier

It might feel like procuring contractors for a hotel is a bit of a minefield, but luckily it's one you can learn to navigate with time and experience. To avoid even the smallest of dilemmas, take these tips on procuring contractors onboard and you’ll keep your hotel running smoothly and avoid any hiccups in the guest experience as well.

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Public hospitality group buys Maybe Sammy portfolio

Hospitality Magazine

Public has confirmed it has acquired The Maybe Group, the force behind one of The World’s 50 Best Bars Maybe Sammy. The Sydney-based group is a relative newcomer on the scene, launching just over a year ago with The Strand Hotel, followed by venues including Oxford House, the Lady Hampshire as well as El Primo Sanchez, a collaborative project with The Maybe Group, which opened in February. “Public has grown at an incredible pace over the past 12 months and we are continuing this traj

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The industry’s future skills needs

eHotelier

eHotelier, a leading hospitality training and education solutions provider, has released a new report on the state of hospitality skills worldwide. Based on a global survey of professionals in the industry, the report highlights the current skills gaps and training needs in the hospitality sector. The survey was conducted over the past six months in.

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Top-Effective Tech Solutions to Improve Profits

Modern Restaurant Management

Most restaurants (76 percent) are currently using automation in three or more areas of operation and agree that certain roles are more automatable than others, according to Capterra research The survey also found that more than half of restaurant leaders say front-of-house restaurant workers can easily be automated with today’s technology, and nearly all restaurants today (96 percent) use automation tools in their back-of-house operations.

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Planning Your Restaurant's Path to Profitability

Speaker: James Kahler, COO of Full Course

Ever wondered where to splurge and where to safely conserve when it comes to operating and growing your restaurant? 🤔 Join James Kahler, COO of Full Course and industry visionary, in this new webinar where he'll talk all about best practices to invest in your restaurant's success! Whether you're a new business or an established restaurant, a seasoned pro or a rookie, you'll learn the keys to sustainable success in this competitive industry.

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Is ChatGPT relevant for restaurants?

Hospitality Magazine

Everyone’s talking about ChatGPT, the online program that can read and write like a human. It can assist you with marketing, staff management, number crunching, kitchen tasks and even predict customer behaviour. It’s simple and free to use — just go to chat.openai.com Start with something simple such as asking it to write a thank-you letter to the local TAFE for sending two apprentices or request better prices from a seafood supplier as they are no longer competitive.

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Lotus opens Dumpling Bar in Circular Quay

Hospitality Magazine

Sydney’s Quay Quarter Tower has a new food and beverage addition in the form of one of the city’s most-loved Cantonese venues. Lotus Group has opened its Dumpling Bar concept, also seen in Walsh Bay and Summer Hill, in the new CBD development. The more casual eatery’s menu revolves around its namesake – dumplings – with steamed and fried options spanning the classic xiao long bao as well as shittake, jade prawn, crispy prawn and pork pot stickers.

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JW Marriott Goa debuts in India’s Coastal Paradise City

eHotelier

JW Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of 30 extraordinary hotel brands, made its debut in Goa, India today with the opening of JW Marriott Goa. Set in an unparalleled location along the golden Goan coastline and close to landmark attractions, historic forts, churches, and pristine beaches, JW Marriott Goa is the perfect getaway and an embodiment of the JW Marriott principle of mindfulness.

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Melbourne’s Waxflower comes to Barangaroo

Hospitality Magazine

The Brunswick listening bar is heading to Sydney for a pop-up series at Rekōdo Restaurant and Vinyl Bar at Barangaroo House next month. Each Wednesday night across May, Waxflower will be bringing their resident DJs to the floor alongside their Japanese-inspired dishes, cocktails and minimal-intervention wine offering. There will be an exclusive Waxflower x Rekōdo snack menu on offer throughout the pop up, alongside the house Autumn menu.

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Waikiki Beach Marriott welcomes 3 New Team Members

eHotelier

Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa is pleased to announce the appointment of three new team leaders – Jon Itoga as hotel manager, Tiare Tipoti as director of event management and Brittney Woods-Clark as director of training.

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Top 5 Ways to Optimize Your Loyalty Strategy

Speaker: Lauren Barash, Vice President, Brand Marketing

In an ever-evolving industry, building and retaining loyal customers is critical to the success of any restaurant business. Join Lauren Barash, VP of Brand Marketing at Full Course, as she delves into the world of restaurant loyalty programs, and reveals the top five essential strategies to optimize your approach! This webinar will explore: Loyalty trends and what you should be focusing on 📊 Actionable insights and ideas to help you develop the most powerful and effective loyalty program

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Odd Culture Group announces late-night music bar in Sydney

Hospitality Magazine

Newtown’s King Street is set to be home to the group’s new live music basement bar Pleasure Club. Scheduled to open mid-year, the venue will have a 4am licence – the first of its kind to be issued in the area in 100 years. The 120-person bar will host a seven-day roster of free live bands that is expected to include a range of styles from jazz, to blues and rock n’ roll.

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Jarred Bussert named Vice President, Information Technology at Peachtree Group

eHotelier

Peachtree Group announced the appointment of Jarred Bussert as vice president, information technology. In this newly created role, Bussert will be responsible for all aspects of the company's IT infrastructure, including all business applications, information security and data integrity.

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LEVEN Manchester partners with fitness brand ROAR

Boutique Hotel News

UK: Lifestyle hotel LEVEN Manchester from Wellbrook Hospitality has partnered with fitness brand ROAR. It marks the first hotel collaboration for ROAR, as well as the first lifestyle partnership for LEVEN Manchester. All guests at LEVEN will receive a 30-day complimentary access to ROAR classes on demand. The platform provides more than 385 streamed and live ROAR fitness classes which guests can take part in during and after their stay.

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Accor partners with CBA and BNZ to offer greater benefits to members of ALL

eHotelier

Accor, the largest hotel operator in Australia and New Zealand, has partnered with Commonwealth Bank of Australia and Bank of New Zealand to provide even greater benefits, privileges and experiences to members of ALL – Accor Live Limitless, the free lifestyle loyalty programme of Accor.

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Win More in 2024: Your Guide to Restaurant Marketing Success

Your Guide to Restaurant Marketing Success Start maximizing ROI and doing more with less with Olo’s ultimate guide to restaurant marketing. In this guide: Strategies to level up in 4 key areas: data, audiences, content distribution, and loyalty Interactive checklists to help you track your progress throughout the year Tips for leveraging guest data across your entire business What you’ll learn: Level 1 | Beginner: Learn how to collect guest data, build a healthy subscriber list, launch personali

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Explore hospitality trends with Navneet Bali from LyvInn

MEWS

Mews Unfold 2023 took place a couple of weeks ago and boy, it was special. If you missed it, you can view recordings of all our main stage sessions here.

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Marriott Bonvoy inspires travelers to discover the unexpected as they roam around the world

eHotelier

As travelers set out into the world, Marriott Bonvoy - Marriott International's extraordinary portfolio of 30 hotel brands, award-winning travel program, and endless experiences - is igniting a penchant for embracing the unexpected with experiences that aim to surprise, delight, and prompt travelers to “Roam Around the World.

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MCR’s Morse Urges Hotel Owners To Push Rate, Cut Out OTAs

Lodging Magazine

Referring to AAHOA as the “greatest American dream story,” Tyler Morse of MCR delivered a keynote during AAHOACON ’23 in which he offered plenty of business advice for association members on everything from rate strategies to dealing with disruptors. Morse, who is CEO of MCR—one of the largest owner/operators in the U.S. lodging industry—began by imploring hoteliers to push rate.

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Peachtree names Jarred Bussert VP, IT

Hotel Business

Peachtree Group has appointed Jarred Bussert as VP, information technology. In this newly created role, he is responsible for all aspects of the company’s IT infrastructure, including business applications, information security and data integrity. “Jarred’s experience and achievements demonstrate his commitment to supporting business strategies with technology infrastructure,” said Greg Friedman, managing principal/CEO, Peachtree. “As Peachtree continues to grow, I

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Unlock Restaurant Success: Mastering 7 Vital Employment Laws

As a restaurant leader, your plate is full with responsibilities, from staff management to serving up delicious dishes. But amidst the hustle, there's a crucial area you can't afford to overlook – employment laws. In this comprehensive eBook, we'll unveil the seven essential employment laws every restaurant leader must master. We'll break down the intricacies of each law, showing you how it directly impacts your business.

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Hotels Grab Opportunity for F&B Profits, Guest Satisfaction Through ‘To Go’ Markets

Lodging Magazine

As hotels continue to move away from traditional full-service food & beverage outlets in the wake of the pandemic, Grab & Go markets or food pantries have emerged as the ‘go to’ for today’s guests. Hotel companies and brands alike have identified these options as the best way to meet the changing demands of time-starved guests with the food items they crave.

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Radisson Hotel Group opens new site in York

Hotel Owner

The first Radisson hotel in the north of England has opened in York. Radisson Hotel York is not only the first Radisson-branded hotel to open in the north of England but also the second to open in the UK, joining Radisson Hotel and Conference Centre London Heathrow. Originally built in 1969, Radisson Hotel York is an eight-story city centre building that sits on the banks of the River Ouse and is the second tallest building in York.

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Peachtree Group Appoints Jarred Bussert as Vice President, Information Technology

Lodging Magazine

ATLANTA—Peachtree Group announced the appointment of Jarred Bussert as vp, information technology. In this newly created role, Bussert will be responsible for all aspects of the company’s IT infrastructure, including all business applications, information security and data integrity. “Jarred’s experience and achievements demonstrate his commitment to supporting business strategies with technology infrastructure,” said Greg Friedman, Peachtree’s managing principal an

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Heckfield Place launches new wellness hub

Hotel Owner

Heckfield Place Hotel in Hampshire has opened a new wellness hub called The Bothy by Wildsmith. The new 17,000 square foot space is situated beyond a secret door of the hotel’s original walled garden and offers guests healing treatments “to nurture mental, physical and spiritual regeneration”. It features six treatment rooms, the 18 metre x 6 metre Waters, outdoor hydrotherapies and The Oak terrace which includes a sauna, steam room and a temperature-and-mood-shifting experiential shower.

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Brick & Mortar Retail Relevance: How to Stay Ahead of the Curve

Speaker: Jay Black, Senior Account Executive

Let's set the record straight: in-store retail isn't dead - it's evolving! Faced with the digital age and the demands of omnichannel shopping, some retailers are thriving while others are struggling to adapt. Join Jay Black in this exclusive session as he explores the strategies that set successful stores apart, including: Crafting unique and unforgettable in-store experiences 🛍️ Mastering the art of retail demands 🛒 Navigating inventory challenges in today's climate 📦 an

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What We Learned at the International Pizza Expo 2023

Adora POS

The International Pizza Expo is the largest trade show in the world for the pizza industry, bringing together thousands of pizza professionals from around the world to showcase the latest trends, innovations, products, and technology. Adora POS recently attended this world-class expo in Las Vegas, and we learned a lot about what's trending in the world of pizza.

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The growing popularity of pub with rooms

Hotel Owner

Can you tell me about the history of Shepherd Neame? Shepherd Neame will turn 325 years old this year. It was founded in 1698 in a place called Havisham, a lovely part of Kent, on a creek, which was the water source for transportation of beer, which went up and down the river, but we actually founded the brewery on an artesian well. So, we draw up that water from underneath the brewery, from foundations and rocks that are chalk, and we have this wonderful, natural water source, which for 325 yea

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Radisson Hotel opens in the historic UK city of York

Hospitality Net

The first Radisson hotel in the North of England has opened its doors in York, a city steeped in Roman, Viking and medieval history, and considered one of England’s most beautiful cities showcasing an eclectic mix of architecture through the ages. Previously known as Park Inn by Radisson York City Centre, the riverside property has undergone an impressive transformation to become Radisson Hotel York.

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UKH calls for Ofgem intervention to help struggling businesses

Hotel Owner

With rising energy costs and a lack of support mounting across the board for hospitality businesses, UKHospitality is urging energy regulator Ofgem to force suppliers to engage in automatic renegotiations for those businesses paying the highest costs. Energy suppliers are also being asked to play their part and offer the option of spreading payments over a longer period of time, in order to help cash flow.

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Diving into Diversity: Decoding the Foundations of Inclusion in Hospitality Talent Acquisition

Speaker: Lauren Fernandez - CEO & Founder, Full Course

Companies all over the world, including Marriot International and Hilton Worldwide, are aware of the value of including DEI in their talent acquisition strategy. However, despite these initiatives, there is still plenty that the hospitality sector can do to promote DEI. When comparing the hospitality industries in India, Iraq, the UK, and the US, you will see that there is a consistent underrepresentation of persons from different ethnic, gender, and disability origins across all levels of the i