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Can employee incentives and technology help overcome staffing shortages?

eHotelier

The need for more skilled workers is industry-wide and maintaining service quality with fewer staff members is one of the biggest challenges property owners and operators face today.

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Slim’s Quality Burger to open two Queensland venues

Hospitality Magazine

The popular burger joint will expand to the sunshine state with two new locations in Kippa-Ring and Slacks Creek. The venues are set to open in September and will feature and extended breakfast offering alongside the made-to-order burger menu. The breakfast menu is set to include dishes such as a bacon and sausage breakfast burger, chia pudding, freshly squeezed orange juice, and nut-free granola.

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Rooftop revenue: How to maximize your hotel spaces

MEWS

Looking for ways to maximize your hotel's rooftop revenue? Rooftops are prime real estate, so let's explore how to turn them into an additional revenue stream. From theme parties to pop-up restaurants to live music, rooftops can host a variety of events.

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Consumer Habits Are Changing — What’s Next for Restaurant Tech?

Modern Restaurant Management

The food industry has been historically slow to integrate technology and digital solutions. However, given the current circumstances surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, economic instability and impending recession in 2023 , traditional norms are shattered. Restaurants have had to adapt beyond the conventional to navigate the stormy waters and emerge stronger than ever before.

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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.

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Blue Mountain Resort appoints William Mcpartland as Food & Beverage Director

eHotelier

Blue Mountain Resort, a year-round recreational destination located along the Kittatinny Ridge in the Pocono Mountain regions and managed by KSL Resorts, has named William McPartland as food and beverage director. With over 25 years of diverse restaurant experience, McPartland oversees operations, menu development and implementation at the resort’s Slopeside Pub & Grill with its casual contemporary American cuisine, supervises all catering events for the resort’s 50,000 square feet of outdoo

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Ways to boost your hotel revenue with outdoor spaces | Mews

MEWS

Ever wondered how to boost your outdoor space revenue? To maximize profit, you must ensure that no corner of your hotel goes under-utilized. From hotel terraces to the pool, gardens and other outdoor areas, tapping into the potential of your whole property is the secret to profitability.

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Transformation through Suspension

Modern Restaurant Management

Something is up at in the dining room of Ronin Farm and Restaurant in Bryan, Texas. It's the tables! Two 26-foot farm-style tables are suspended from the ceiling with cables and can be set to any height. Each table has its own wench, which allows them to be raised and lowered to any desired height –– seated, cocktail, or all the way up to the ceiling –– using a network of cables and an electric power source.

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The CEO’s checklist for building a profit-oriented hotel team

eHotelier

It's not about how much money comes in but how much we keep. To move away from solely focusing on total revenue and prioritizing profitability requires careful analysis, strategic decision-making and aligning efforts across your team.

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Est by Fig and Co operators face Fair Work in court

Hospitality Magazine

The former operators of shuttered Kenthurst cafe Est by Fig and Co in Sydney are in hot water after it’s alleged two workers were paid the incorrect entitlements when their employment ended. Annangrove Road Pty Ltd, which operated the cafe before it closed, employed two visa workers who worked as full-time chefs during various periods between September 2020 to June 2021.

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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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Ways to boost your hotel revenue with outdoor spaces | Mews

MEWS

Ever wondered how to boost your outdoor space revenue? To maximize profit, you must ensure that no corner of your hotel goes under-utilized. From hotel terraces to the pool, gardens and other outdoor areas, tapping into the potential of your whole property is the secret to profitability.

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Sprucing Up the Supper Club: Nyle Deane Is Reshaping Wisconsin Restaurant Culture

Modern Restaurant Management

In rural Wisconsin, putting a plate of food on the table can begin with putting a roof over someone’s head. Nyle Deane , Culinary Director at Masgay Group/Masgay Restaurants, didn’t think twice about opening his home rent-free for over six months to one of his cooks transitioning between housing arrangements. Similarly generous, Deane’s parents provide care for local children in need through state foster programs.

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Hotel marketing on Threads – what you need to know

eHotelier

Hotel marketing on Threads – what you need to know - Uncategorised - Insights Only launched on 5 July 2023 by Meta, Threads is already becoming a buzzword for marketers. Will it serve your hotel’s marketing needs?

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La Cabra opens store no.6 in South Yarra

Hospitality Magazine

La Cabra has opened its sixth store in Victoria, and this time, it’s at the centre of South Yarra. The Mexican-inspired concept, launched by Joshua Smith, Derrick Chandra and Sherinder Kohli, has been on the expansion train since it arrived on the dining scene back in 2019, with locations in Hawthorn, St Kilda, Carlton, Hampton and Mornington.

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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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The 20 Essential Reykjavík Restaurants

EATER

Scallops at Dill. | Nicholas Gill A Michelin-starred tasting menu hidden behind a speakeasy, pastries made with Icelandic herbs and flowers, a celebrity-favorite gem in a surprisingly strong Thai food scene, and more of Reykjavík’s best meals Iceland’s capital of Reykjavík is often seen as a base camp for exploring the rest of the island, but the quirky, cosmopolitan city on Faxaflói bay is a burgeoning culinary capital.

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Five Branding Secrets to Bring Your Restaurant to Life

Modern Restaurant Management

The restaurant world is one of the most competitive industries on the planet. Everyone knows this — and yet it’s something we’re always talking about. Why? The challenge never goes away. As a restaurant owner, you know that a successful business requires more than delicious signature dishes and an appealing atmosphere. In a marketplace full of choices, attractive branding can make or break your bottom line.

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Hotel marketing on Threads – what you need to know

eHotelier

Hotel marketing on Threads – what you need to know - Insights - Insights Only launched on 5 July 2023 by Meta, Threads is already becoming a buzzword for marketers. Will it serve your hotel’s marketing needs?

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Fair Work inspectors target venues across Melbourne’s south-east

Hospitality Magazine

The Fair Work Ombudsman is making visits to venues across Melbourne’s south-east this week to ensure operators are complying with workplace regulations. Around 30 businesses are set to be checked across the suburbs of Bentleigh, Bentleigh East, Carnegie, Glen Huntly, Caulfield, Caulfield East, Elsternwick, and Clayton. The checks come after Fair Work received tip-offs from a range of sources that businesses may be underpaying employees.

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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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Knowland: Los Angeles Led Meetings and Events Volume in July

Lodging Magazine Operations

ARLINGTON, Virginia—Knowland reports Los Angeles-Long Beach moved up to the lead spot in the United States over Chicago for July 2023 meetings and events volume. This is the first time this year that the Los Angeles market took the lead in event volume. Overall U.S. meeting and event volume for July 2023 was up 22.1 percent over July 2022. With an increase in event volume of 67 percent for this month, Los Angeles trends are […] The post Knowland: Los Angeles Led Meetings and Events Volume

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How to Choose a Commercial Mixer and Make the Most of It

Modern Restaurant Management

A commercial mixer can be an invaluable piece of equipment in a restaurant’s kitchen, offering the versatility to create a range of recipes — from sweet to savory. It can also introduce efficiency while providing quality results, so chefs can streamline their operations and offer the best menu items to their customers. It is important, however, to know what to look for in a mixer and how to make the most out of it.

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Hospitality industry’s new tipping system: what you need to know

eHotelier

Employees who perceive their work environment as fair are more satisfied, more committed to their employer, make more effort, perform better, and are less likely to quit.

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Improve Guest Experience with Trending Hotel Interior Designs

eZee Absolute

“First impression is the last impression.” William Hazlitt. The saying goes well with hotels. In an industry where first impressions linger, hotel interior designs plays a pivotal role. As the hospitality landscape evolves, so do the trends that shape the guest experience. These trends not only redefine aesthetics but also redefine the very essence of comfort, connection, and luxury that modern travelers seek.

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No-Code Technology: The Key to Unlock the Future of Your Business

Global economies are reeling from recent upheavals—pandemic aftershocks, geopolitical conflicts, and a tech sector crunch. Mark Zuckerberg's 2023 "Year of Efficiency" ethos extends into 2024, with leaders seeking cost reductions without stunting growth. No-code technology emerges as a beacon of hope, fostering resilience and adaptability. Platforms like Make.com and Zapier empower even non-technical staff to automate and innovate, freeing IT for strategic tasks.

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Holiday Inn Express Cambridge appoints new GM

Hotel Owner

Holiday Inn Express Cambridge West – Cambourne has appointed Niall Bird as the property’s new general manager. Bringing over 30 years’ experience to the role, Bird began working in hospitality whilst still in school, and followed opportunities which led him to work and travel in Australia and South-East Asia. Opened in February 2022, the Holiday Inn Express Cambridge West – Cambourne features 144 guest rooms and a range of amenities designed to meet the needs of a business and leisur

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A Night at the Door with Atlanta’s College Bar Bouncers

EATER

The city is home to 57 colleges, all with their own preferred hangouts. The eyes and ears of three very different bars tell us about their normal—and not-so-normal—nights on the job.

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6 ways hotels can keep guests and employees safe

eHotelier

It’s not nice to think about the safety issues that could affect your team or the guests that call your hotel home, but preparing for the worst is necessary.

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OTO Development CEO Turner Moves Company Forward

Industry Insights Lodging Magazine

August marks a year since Todd Turner took over the reins as CEO of Spartanburg, South Carolina-based OTO Development following the untimely passing of longtime CEO Corry Oakes. Turner—who cofounded the company alongside Oakes in 2004 and previously oversaw OTO’s real estate division—recently spoke with LODGING in an exclusive interview to provide an update on the owner/operator as well as how he has adapted to his new role.

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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.