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Staffing a Restaurant

Hiring a staff requires specific knowledge of each job within the restaurant. From front of the house waitstaff, to back of the house kitchen staff, each person needs to be the best at their job, in order for a restaurant to run smoothly.
Basics of Staffing a Restaurant
How to hire for a new restaurant, including chefs, bartenders, front of the house and other back of the house positions.
How to Write a Restaurant Employee Manual
How to write a restaurant employee manual for new servers, kitchen staff and bartenders. Be sure to include food safety, harassment and job policies.
How to Prevent Employee Theft
Six steps to preventing employee theft in restaurants, from tracking food and alcohol sales to installing security cameras.
Things to Know Before Your Start Hiring Staff
There are many laws pertaining to employee rights and employer obligations. So, before you place a "help wanted" sign in the window, read through these guidelines about hiring (and firing) employees.
How to Resolve Employee Conflict
Being a restaurant owner means you are responsible for your staff, which are much like a family, complete with arguments. Here is an informative article with tips for dealing with employee conflicts before they get out of hand.
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