Most hiring managers have made a few hiring mistakes caused by hiring someone who looked good on paper. But really, what else do you have to go on when you’re ready to hire? Hiring the wrong person because you relied too heavily on their resume can be an expensive mistake. Here are some tips to… Read more »
Recent discussions have employers wondering if they should be asking candidates for salary history during the interview process. Of particular concern is Oregon’s Equal Pay Act, portions of which are to go into effect in October 2017. Along with many other provisions, it contains the admonishment that employers may not ask an applicant how much… Read more »
Relocating for your career and be exciting and often lucrative. But what factors must you consider before making the move? It’s rare to be offered a relocation package in this industry unless you are very high up the corporate ladder. Assuming that the venture will be on your dime, here are some things to think… Read more »
With all the time and energy that’s put into hiring, you would think employers would focus more on keeping great people. But like in many relationships, some restaurant and hotel managers often take their best people for granted. Why? They get the job done, they don’t need a lot of management and they are drama-free.… Read more »
Thinking about marketing to millennials, but afraid you’ll drive away your current customers? Chances are you have nothing to worry about. Many of the things millennials prefer will also be enjoyed by others, millennials just get there a little quicker. Here are a few ideas for attracting millennials while retaining customer of all ages. Engage… Read more »
Scott Samuels, CEO of Horizon Hospitality, was quoted in this recent article published at Human Resource Executive Online. Samuels talks about what undermines referral programs and how companies really need to evaluate the cost for sourcing and recruiting new employees. He also talks about how companies need to promote successful referrals to create internal momentum… Read more »
As an operator of a restaurant, hotel or resort, you know how often you are pulled in many different directions. With all the moving parts associated with keeping your business running successfully, hiring could easily drop to the bottom of your list. It really shouldn’t. People are your most important asset. It doesn’t make sense… Read more »
How do you know what to look for in your next top performer? Take a look at your best people now! By benchmarking what qualities your current top employees possess, you’ll know how to compare candidates to success stories – and make a great match. How do you define success in your restaurant employees? Check… Read more »
When you’re looking for the best people in a tight talent market, you will need to cast a wider net. One option is to interview candidates located outside your area. The cost of bringing candidates to your location for an interview may be prohibitive for all but the highest-level positions or for anything except the… Read more »
