Tis the Season: 6 Holiday Staffing Tips for Restaurant Operators from Open Table
For most restaurants, Thanksgiving and the December holidays are the busiest times of the year, and the easiest way to get through it without a hitch is to make sure that your staff has everything they need to succeed.
Plan ahead on everything, from setting a schedule to training
Let staff know they’re appreciated
Have a backup plan for no-shows
Prepare your staffers for the most difficult customers
Offer support to your staff
Schedule a staff meeting about holiday service at least two weeks in advance of each special event
For the full article go to, https://restaurant.opentable.com/resources/holiday-staffing-tips/
Gift Card Season
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