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Hospitality Sector Boosts Hiring for Summer 2024! Hospitality businesses are ramping up efforts to hire UK-based talent, aiming to fill 990,000 summer jobs, according to new research from Caterer.com. Major events like the Olympics, 2024 EUROs, and Taylor Swift’s UK tour have prompted 80% of businesses to increase staffing. Vacancies have surged by 24% from January to March 2024, with Scotland, the Northeast, and Yorkshire seeing the highest increases. Despite this, a quarter of businesses face challenges due to a lack of local talent. Brexit's impact is still felt, with 69% of businesses struggling to recruit. As a result, 85% are now recruiting from outside their local area, offering perks like accommodation support, relocation packages, and flexible shifts. A rising trend shows 3 in 10 workers are willing to relocate within the UK for better opportunities. Businesses are also tapping into untapped talent pools, such as ex-offenders, to meet the demand. Calvern James, Director of Hospitality Management at Caterer.com, highlights the sector's resilience and creative recruitment strategies. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eMppiX4A Want to know how customer insights can help your business? Contact us at Retail Savvy. We would love to talk to you. Why don't you drop us a line at [email protected] Please visit our website for more details about us and client testimonials at https://lnkd.in/dtd82GQ Or follow us on LinkedIn: https://lnkd.in/etXuWN48 how customer insights can help your business? Contact us at Retail Savvy. #HospitalityHiring #SummerJobs #UKTalent #RecruitmentChallenges #RetailSavvy #CustomerInsights #WorkforceMobility #RetailSavvy #SavvyInsights

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UnPoPuLaR oPiNiOn 👇 While academic credentials are essential in hiring, I have a strong preference for individuals who also hold a background in waiter/waitress roles. Why? The mastery of customer service, adept multitasking, and performance in high-pressure environments make for an invaluable skill set in marketing. As someone with both a degree and at least a dozen years in the service industry, I really do think it's the skills I learned slinging burgers at The Shop Bar & Grill that have had the greatest impact. At North of Eight Design & Marketing, we recognize and celebrate the expertise of those who have honed their craft in the service sector 🌟 Let's celebrate the diverse talents that enrich and strengthen our teams! #ElevatingHiringStandards #SkillsMatter #MarketingExcellence #TeamBuildingInsights

"What is something you learned from your first job?" I ask this question to every client during my onboarding process because I think we all carry something from our first work experience, whether we realize it or not. My first job was at 15 years old as a server for a banquet hall. After a few months there, I learned the head waitress was taking 80% of the tips for herself and 20% would be split among the rest of us. Since so many of us were all under 18, many working our first jobs, we didn't know any better. But there was one waitress who was a little bit older and had experience working at another banquet hall. She sussed out what was going on and told us. She even confronted the owner, and you know what he did? Nothing. He said tips go based on seniority (translation: the head waitress was his friend and long-time employee, and we were just kids who were too young to have many job options). I learned from that job that "fairness" doesn't really exist in the work world, and every job has its unspoken house rules that you have to learn and comply with ASAP to survive.

Before becoming a recruiter, I spent years working in the hospitality industry, where I learned invaluable lessons in customer service, relationship building, and making people feel valued. Whether bartending, serving, or managing restaurants, my main principle was always to MAKE EVERYONE FEEL AT HOME. 🌟 Just like in hospitality, recruiting is about making clients and candidates feel welcome, heard, and understood. When people feel cared for—like they’re more than just a number—they’re more likely to trust you, come back, and recommend you to others. Building genuine relationships with a personal touch is key. In recruiting, as in hospitality, it’s simple: create a warm, positive experience, and people will keep coming back. 😉 #Recruiting #RelationshipBuilding #HospitalitySkills #CustomerService #PeopleFirst Following: Sharmaine Wilson Following: Tiello #ConstructionRecruiting #LowVoltageRecruiting #RecruitingLessons #RelationshipBuilding

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𝙒𝙝𝙮 𝙖 𝘾𝙖𝙧𝙚𝙚𝙧 𝙞𝙣 𝙃𝙤𝙨𝙥𝙞𝙩𝙖𝙡𝙞𝙩𝙮 𝙞𝙨 𝙒𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙝 𝙎𝙝𝙤𝙪𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝘼𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙩.     I recently read an inspiring post by 🦙 Celia Gaze 🦙 MBA about her pride at her son’s first paid job working in a kitchen.    Matthew was probably nervous and maybe a little apprehensive but I’m sure having his mum cheering him on made a real difference.    It made me reflect on my journey. As a teenager one of my first jobs was clearing tables at an Italian-American restaurant in Newburgh NY. I progressed to waiting tables before moving to a job assisting in a bakery in my hometown of Marlboro NY.    At the time, whilst I said these jobs were all about earning some wanted pocket money, it felt exciting working in a busy and bustling ‘grown-up’ environment.  𝙄 𝙩𝙝𝙧𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙙 𝙤𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙥𝙤𝙣𝙨𝙞𝙗𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙩𝙮.   I loved the team dynamics that hospitality offered, especially as a kid that enjoyed playing sports. Teamwork was/is essential in delivery great service.   Whilst my career didn’t continue in hospitality until many many years later, I have no doubt that the work ethic, and teamwork skills I learnt, gave me an edge in the tech sales roles I moved into as an adult.    And now, like more and more people, I can split my careers into chapters…  Chapter 1 - my first jobs in hospitality    Chapter 2 - tech business development and account management   Chapter 3 - founding and growing my own hospitality group Draughts   I’ve come full circle, working in an industry I love where I still get the same buzz from great service and teamwork that I did 30 years ago.    It’s one of the many things I love about hospitality.    You can start as a runner for some needed cash whilst in school or university, or whilst you’re looking for other jobs Or you can start as an apprentice in the kitchen looking to learn your skills and progress.    Or do as I did, and transition back into hospitality in your mid 30’s     The possibilities and routes to progress are (almost) endless.    I see it in my team and love being part of the different journeys people are on.    So, whatever your starting point and whatever your reason for joining the industry, there’s a lot to feel proud and shout about. #hospitality #careers #customerservice

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I don’t think people who work in hospitality and retail get enough hype. This weekend I completed a 9 hour plate waiting and catering shift for a large wedding with over 100 guests. On your feet for 9 hours, serving food, pouring wine, navigating demands and requests by guests, going on side quests to find water bowls for dogs, washing up, carrying food and large boxes up and down stairs, tidying smashed and disgarded glasses, polishing over 300 glasses.... The list could go on forever. 🔁 All I want to say is working in hospitalty is bloody hard but so rewarding. 💭I sparked conversation with a number of guests and it was really wonderful to hear that they were enjoying themselves and having a great time. Makes the huge blisters worth it. I absolutely loved my retail job with Sweaty Betty and would jump at the opportunity to work with such a supportive team again in a heartbeat. 💜 Working on the Sweaty Betty floor, I learnt: 🤍 to communicate with a range of people 🤍make personal reccomendations based on my product knowledge 🤍learnt everything there is to know about leggings 🤍be organised in the stock room and precise when stocking the store floor 🤍work as a team to manage store operations 🤍provide excellent customer service- you never know when a mystery shopper will walk through the door! My video below displays my entire day worth of work sorting and preparing for a stock take. After being called to work in Bristol to support the team after their staff had fallen ill. 🫶 Working for a company like Sweaty Betty where i can combine my passion for sport, people and branding is a dream✨ Basically my point is, working in these jobs are amazing for character building, developing strong communication skills and helping you work out what kind of people and industries you want to work with in the future. 💪 Sometimes your interactions with people are not great but most of the time there are. So be kind! It will make someone’s day 💛 🌟When someone comments on your service and smile after spending 4 hours serving them, it makes the blisters, sore arms and archy legs worth it. 🌟 Another shift this weekend before I finally sign off for three weeks to solo travel around Portugal 🇵🇹 #hospitality #retail #characterbuilding #communication #careerdevelopment #earlycareers

"The Shocking Truth About Being a Waiter: Is It Really Worth It? Discover the Pros and Cons!" Pros and Cons of a Waiter's Job Pros: Flexible Work Hours Many waiter jobs offer flexible shifts, making it ideal for students or people with other commitments. Tipping Opportunities Waiters often receive tips, which can significantly boost their income beyond the base salary. Interpersonal Skills Development Working as a waiter helps improve communication and customer service skills, which are valuable in any career. Teamwork Experience Waiters work closely with kitchen staff, bartenders, and other waitstaff, enhancing their ability to collaborate in a fast-paced environment. Networking Opportunities Interacting with customers and managers can lead to connections that might be useful for future opportunities. Immediate Employment Waiting tables is an entry-level job with relatively low barriers to entry, making it easier to find work quickly. Cons: Physically Demanding Waiters spend long hours on their feet, carrying heavy trays, which can be physically exhausting. Inconsistent Income Depending heavily on tips can lead to unpredictable income, particularly during slower shifts. High Stress and Pressure The fast-paced nature of the job, combined with handling demanding customers, can create a stressful work environment. Low Base Pay In many regions, the base pay for waiters is low, and they rely heavily on tips to make up for it. Irregular Hours Waiters often work evenings, weekends, and holidays, which can disrupt personal time and social life. Customer Challenges Dealing with difficult or rude customers is a common downside, requiring patience and strong conflict resolution skills. A waiter's job can be a rewarding entry-level position, but it comes with challenges that require physical stamina and adaptability. #WaiterLife #ServiceIndustry #ProsAndCons #BehindTheScenes #RestaurantLife #WaiterStruggles #JobTruths #CustomerService #TippingCulture #WorkLifeBalance