Questions submitted to our Advice Guy cover topics far and wide. Here are some of his more memorable responses from throughout the year.
Photograph courtesy of Hyatt’s Alila Napa Valley
Photograph courtesy of Hyatt’s Alila Napa Valley
labor
How to get staff to stick around
Engage employees in the conversation and work to change the culture to get staff to want to continue contributing, Advice Guy says.
beverages
Beyond mocktails: How to craft a solid zero-proof beverage list
A thoughtful spirit-free drink selection has many upsides, but it’s time to put the term mocktail to bed, says Advice Guy.
labor
Are dishwashers exempt from dress code rules?
While it may seem that workers who do not regularly handle food shouldn’t need to follow the same regulations as prep and line cooks, the same standards should and do apply, Advice Guy says.
labor
Should foodservice workers be paid to attend staff meetings?
Whether the meeting is during regular work hours or outside of them, onsite or offsite, required or optional, you’ll need to pay at least full minimum wage to hourly staffers, Advice Guy says.
menu development
Is it time to retire your QR code menu?
Operators should put guests' perspective ahead of their own, Advice Guy says.