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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.

Educating Restaurant Staff

Good restaurant staff is the backbone of any successful restau4rant. In an industry with an extremely high turnover rate, keeping good staff can be a challenge. Educating both new and old staff on your restaurant menu and bar selections will help them be the best salespeople possible.

What Does A Restaurant Manager Do?

Restaurant managers cover everything from advertising aand marketing to hiring and firing restaurant staff. They plan menus, keep track of sales and oversee orders for the restaurant kitchen and bar.
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