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How do I keep cooks from quitting?

 By Jonathan Deutsch, Ph.D. on Apr. 07, 2023

Since so many operations are seeking cooks, talented ones can practically choose their gig and may look for better circumstances elsewhere. But a few straightforward strategies can help keep cooks on staff, Advice Guy says.

Operations

From the judges' corner: Top trends emerging from this year's Kitchen Innovation awards

 By Patricia Cobe on Mar. 16, 2023

20 diverse pieces of equipment earned KI awards from the National Restaurant Association Show, each reflecting one or more overriding trends.

Operations

Aramark and Triple B Hospitality Group team up to bring more equity to the foodservice industry

By Reyna Estrada on Mar. 09, 2023

Triple B, a Black-owned foodservice provider for workplaces, schools and event venues, will help Aramark clients overcome labor challenges and improve their diversity.

Operations

4 ways K-12 operators are tackling labor shortages

By Benita Gingerella on Mar. 09, 2023

Faced with staffing shortages, K-12 nutrition directors have come up with creative ways to make sure that kids keep getting fed.

Operations

US Foods tests weekend deliveries

By Peter Romeo on Mar. 08, 2023

Deliveries have been added on Saturdays and Sundays to give employees more scheduling flexibility, but customers have discovered a labor benefit as well.

Workforce

Here are some better ways to address dine-in customers

By Jonathan Deutsch, Ph.D. on Mar. 07, 2023

As staffing struggles continue, some foodservice workers might not receive hospitality training, resulting in insensitive or annoying language that can also inhibit sales, Advice Guy says.

Workforce

A big crackdown on child-labor violations is coming, White House says

By Peter Romeo on Mar. 01, 2023

The effort will beef up enforcement staffs, increase penalties and have federal agencies work up a national plan.

Technology & Equipment

20 pieces of kitchen equipment that are changing the game

By Patricia Cobe on Feb. 27, 2023

The National Restaurant Association Show’s 2023 Kitchen Innovation Awards give kudos to cutting-edge equipment.

Workforce

Does it make sense to offer foodservice employees daily pay?

By Jonathan Deutsch, Ph.D. on Feb. 24, 2023

Earned wage access isn’t right for every operation, Advice Guy says. However, if the idea is appealing to your current and prospective employees, it's worth exploring.

Operations

Kentucky House passes bill to get rid of high school diploma requirement for cafeteria workers

By Benita Gingerella on Feb. 23, 2023

The bill is intended to expand the hiring pool as labor shortages keep plaguing schools.

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