1. Define Your Culture and Values

Clearly articulate your company’s culture, values, and mission. This clarity serves as a guiding light, attracting individuals who resonate with your vision. Highlight your commitment to customer service, teamwork, innovation, and any other core values that define your establishment.

2. Craft Compelling Job Descriptions

Job descriptions should not only outline roles and responsibilities but also convey the culture and expectations of your establishment. Use language that reflects your brand’s personality and the qualities you seek in potential team members.

3. Leverage Technology and Social Media

Embrace technology and social media platforms to reach a wider pool of candidates. Utilize professional networks like LinkedIn, industry-specific job boards, and your social media channels to promote openings and engage with potential candidates.

4. Implement Rigorous Screening Processes

Develop a multi-step screening process to assess candidates thoroughly. Incorporate interviews, skill assessments, and scenario-based questions to evaluate technical skills, cultural fit, and problem-solving abilities.

5. Prioritize Soft Skills and Attitude

While technical skills are essential, placing emphasis on soft skills and attitude is equally crucial in the hospitality industry. Look for candidates with strong communication, adaptability, empathy, and a genuine passion for serving others.

6. Offer Training and Development

Invest in continuous training and development programs. This not only enhances the skills of your team but also demonstrates your commitment to their growth, fostering loyalty and motivation among employees.

7. Encourage Referrals and Internal Growth

Encourage employee referrals by incentivizing current staff to recommend suitable candidates. Additionally, prioritize internal growth by offering opportunities for career advancement within the organization.

8. Conduct Trial Periods or Working Interviews

Consider implementing trial periods or working interviews to observe candidates in action. This hands-on approach can provide valuable insights into their capabilities and compatibility within your team.

9. Maintain a Positive Candidate Experience

The recruitment process is an opportunity to create a positive impression, regardless of the outcome. Ensure timely communication, provide constructive feedback, and treat all candidates with respect and professionalism.

10. Evaluate and Adapt

Continuously evaluate your recruitment strategies. Analyze turnover rates, employee satisfaction, and performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and adapt your approach accordingly.

Building a winning team in hospitality is an ongoing process that requires dedication, patience, and a keen eye for talent. By implementing these proven strategies for effective recruitment, you can attract, retain, and develop a team that not only meets but exceeds the expectations of your guests, creating memorable experiences that define your establishment.

Remember, the strength of a hospitality business lies not just in its amenities or services but in the people who bring it all to life—the exceptional team that embodies the spirit of hospitality and service excellence.

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Excellent customer service and a high standard of professionalism are requirements in the fast-paced, dynamic hospitality sector. Although it can be difficult to find and keep excellent personnel in the hospitality sector, doing so is crucial for any company to succeed. Here are six excellent guidelines to remember when looking to hire.

1. Develop a deep understanding of the hospitality industry 

To be successful in hospitality recruitment, it is essential to have a deep understanding of the industry, its trends, and its unique challenges. Invest in ongoing training and development to stay up-to-date on the latest industry developments.

2. Build a strong network

Building a strong network of industry contacts is essential for hospitality recruitment firms. Attend industry conferences and events, participate in online forums, and cultivate relationships with industry professionals.

3. Use data to drive decision-making

Data can be a powerful tool for hospitality recruitment firms. Use data to track industry trends, identify skill gaps, and measure the effectiveness of recruitment strategies.

4. Emphasize quality over quantity

In hospitality recruitment, it is essential to emphasize quality over quantity. Focus on finding the right candidates who have the skills, experience, and cultural fit needed to succeed in the industry.

5. Provide exceptional customer service

Customer service is key in hospitality recruitment. Provide exceptional service to both clients and candidates, and build a reputation as a trusted partner in the industry.

6. Leverage technology

Technology can be a powerful tool for attracting and retaining top talent in the hospitality industry. Use technology to streamline recruitment and hiring processes. Consider offering online training and development opportunities, and always provide real-time feedback and recognition.

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It is no surprise that the key to retaining younger employees is quality training.  But what may surprise you is what training is most effective for millennials and Gen-Z.  With the National Restaurant Association’s “State of the Industry Report 2022” revealing that 78 percent of operators report not having a fully-staffed restaurant, it is imperative that your newest hire is one that stays.  Gone are the days of 100-page employee handbooks.  But where do we find the time to complete in-person training?  And with quick turnover and uncertain staffing, how do we avoid inconsistent training? 

Here are 3 quick tips to help successfully onboard your newest, and youngest employees.

•  Keep Lessons Short

In an ideal world, employees would enter training with laser focus, soaking up hours of information without pause.  However, the average adult attention span is approximately 20 minutes.  Keeping this in mind, course duration for any type of training would be most effective if kept shorter in length and specific in topic.  This will help your new hire avoid feeling overwhelmed.  Consider pinpointing current employees to train new hires in specific areas.  This will keep training consistent and will give managers the ability to see areas of training that need improvement.     

• Blend Digital and In-Person Training

Many businesses are looking toward learning management systems (LMS) to solve their training woes.  These systems digitize 100 percent of training and claim to eliminate the need for in-person training.  The problem is that digital systems do not do a good job of simulating the realities of frontline work.  In-person, practical training is necessary and should be embraced.  Creating a blended learning method, you can offer engaging on-the-job training while moving necessary, yet simpler skills training to a flexible digital training platform.

• Offer Translations in Preferred Languages

Many digital platforms offer users the option to select a  “preferred language”.  Sites such as YouTube have a few simple steps to make the selection.  However, this is not yet the case with digital training videos.  Being able to offer your new hires learning in their preferred language will aid them in their education and absorption of your systems.  If a new hire knows how to perform confidently then they will feel like valued, productive employees.

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We’re Pacific Coast Hospitality…we recruit the best, most qualified leadership talent for top hospitality organizations across the western U.S. and British Columbia.

Market Anchorage, AK

Job Description 

“Find Your Alaska!” Pacific Coast Hospitality has been retained to search for a Restaurant Chef / Kitchen Manager for our client, a lively and energetic restaurant and brewpub located in beautiful Anchorage, Alaska. This is Alaska’s first choice for fresh seafood and hand-crafted beers. Our ideal candidate is driven, adventurous, and very detailed. High volume execution experience a must (minimum of $6 million annual sales experience) along with the fortitude and stamina to handle the unforgiving environment Alaska provides.

Requirements Ideal candidate will have the following:

• 5 years’ experience working as Chef / Kitchen Manager in casual, upscale dining segment
• Experience in product ordering and team member scheduling
• Proven track record of financial, quality of operations, people development
• BUSY environment, candidate must have the energy and mental toughness to succeed
• Strong honesty, integrity and guest-oriented philosophy
• Strong kitchen organizational skills
• Personal and professional maturity is a key attribute

Salary Range & Benefits

• Salary – $75k – $85k (starting, based on experience level)
• Generous and Obtainable Quarterly Performance Bonus Program
• Medical and Dental Health Insurance
• Annual Performance and Salary Review
• RELOCATION package available for ideal candidate

Job Category Restaurant Chef / Kitchen Manager

Job Type Full Time

If this position seems like you – please click on this link to submit your resume and cover letter. https://www.pacificcoasthospitality.com/careers-in-hospitality/  We will contact you via telephone or email for an initial interview.

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We’re Pacific Coast Hospitality…we recruit the best, most qualified leadership talent for top hospitality organizations across the western U.S. and British Columbia.

Market Seattle, WA

Job Description 

A Seattle original since 1935….this family owned, fast casual restaurant prides itself in offering the freshest, local  ingredients at reasonable prices. Specializing in fish and chips….all hand-cut fillets of wild-caught Alaskan cod, pacific salmon & halibut, along with local oysters from Hoquiam. This concept is searching for a dynamic Restaurant Manager candidate to join their team. Their restaurants are comfortable and sparkling clean, with outstanding service, hospitality and attention to detail. Offering competitive wages and benefits, this family owned restaurant group is committed to the wellbeing of their team members, their families and the neighborhoods they operate in.

If you have the drive to lead and coach an inspired and service-focused workforce and enjoy engaging the community to grow your business, then this fast-paced, friendly atmosphere is the place for you!

Requirements Ideal candidate will have the following:

• 2+ years Assistant Manager experience with a QSR / Fast Casual concept
• Ability to be self-directed and act with a minimum of direct supervision or oversight
• Strong decision making skills, verbal communication, and guest focus
• Record of delivering consistent revenue and profit expectations
• A strong track record of understanding and adhering to defined operational processes
• Passion for developing local marketing, building great relationships within the community
• Ability to motivate staff to excel in high-volume, time sensitive environment
• Ability to consistently deliver high quality food and service

Salary Range & Benefits

• $36,000 – $42,000/yr. based on experience
• Obtainable bonus program based off 7% of base salary
• Benefits package including medical insurance (75% employer paid!)
• Annual Performance / Salary Review
• PTO benefits

Job Category Restaurant Manager

Job Type Full Time

If this position seems like you – please click on this link to submit your resume and cover letter. https://www.pacificcoasthospitality.com/careers-in-hospitality/  We will contact you via telephone or email for an initial interview.

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We’re Pacific Coast Hospitality…we recruit the best, most qualified leadership talent for top hospitality organizations across the western U.S. and British Columbia.

Market Portland, OR

Job Description 

Pacific Coast Hospitality is seeking an Executive Catering Chef for our exciting new client in Portland OR…. a well-established, premier, creative, sustainable catering company looking for new leadership at the kitchen helm. Their cuisine is fresh, forward-thinking and contemporary, embracing dining trends and flavors that reflect the dynamic Portland food scene. We’re seeking a food passionate, creative, positive person who is knowledgeable in sourcing locally and sustainably. This is a working chef position that requires 40-50 hours/week working all aspects of kitchen/catering functions.

Requirements Ideal candidate will have the following:

• Minimum 5 years on-prem / off-prem catering leadership (Sous Chef, Chef de Cuisine, Chef, etc.)
• Formal training in a culinary school a tremendous plus!
• Proficient demonstrable cooking skills and developing menu items.
• Must know and be passionate about food, beer, wine and cocktails…. outstanding palate a must!
• Experience in product ordering and team member scheduling.
• Passion for developing and mentoring a team.
• Track record of achieving financial results.
• Strong honesty, integrity and guest-oriented philosophy.

Salary Range & Benefits

• Starting salary $52k to $65k depending upon experience
• Very obtainable quarterly bonus program
• Medical & Dental Insurance
• IRA program with Company match
• Outstanding company culture

Job Category Executive Catering Chef

Job Type Full Time

If this position seems like you – please click on this link to submit your resume and cover letter. https://www.pacificcoasthospitality.com/careers-in-hospitality/  We will contact you via telephone or email for an initial interview.

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We’re Pacific Coast Hospitality…we recruit the best, most qualified leadership talent for top hospitality organizations across the western U.S. and British Columbia.

Market  Seattle, WA (Kitsap Peninsula a.k.a. “the Kitsap”)

Job Description 

Pacific Coast Hospitality has been retained to search for an entrepreneurial and dynamic Restaurant General Manager for our client, a new and very unique concept coming to Silverdale Washington. A full-service restaurant, marketplace, distillery and event space opening early summer this year, that includes a 400-seat restaurant with interior and exterior dining, a test kitchen for cooking classes and a market offering “grab-and-go” items. This property will host summer concerts, weddings and a farmer’s market, and feature a “large pedestrian plaza” for events.

Requirements Ideal candidate will have the following:

• 5 years’ experience working as Manager in a high volume, action packed environment
• BUSY environment, candidate must have the energy and mental toughness to succeed
• Proven ability to manage multiple revenue streams a must
• Integrity, dependability, cooperation and attention to detail are key traits required
• Experience in product ordering and team member scheduling
• Passion for developing and mentoring a team
• Track record of achieving financial results
• NRO experience a big plus!

Salary Range & Benefits

• Salary – $70k – $100k (starting, based on experience level)
• Custom designed Performance Bonus Program
• Medical and Dental Health Insurance
• Annual Performance and Salary Review
• 401k Program

Job Category Restaurant General Manager

Job Type Full Time

If this position seems like you – please click on this link to submit your resume and cover letter. https://www.pacificcoasthospitality.com/careers-in-hospitality/  We will contact you via telephone or email for an initial interview.

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We’re Pacific Coast Hospitality…we recruit the best, most qualified leadership talent for top hospitality organizations across the western U.S. and British Columbia.

Market San Francisco, CA (San Mateo, CA)

Job Description 

We are seeking a talented Restaurant Dining Room Manager candidate who will be responsible for managing the daily operations of this high-volume, upscale yet casual fresh seafood concept located on the waterfront in beautiful San Mateo, California.

We are looking for a leader with strong wine knowledge and demonstrated group sales experience. In addition to the traditional responsibilities of overseeing guest satisfaction and profitability, this position also entails developing new and improved service standards and developing the unit’s group sales strategies and programs.

We need a high caliber, experienced individual to join this organization. If your skills and talents are a match for these needs, we can open the door to this great career opportunity.

Requirements Ideal candidate will have the following:

• A minimum of 1-2 years’ experience in a leadership position in an upscale casual dining environment.
• Proactive guest issue prevention/guest relations skills.
• Strong understanding of cost and labor systems that lead to restaurant profitability.
• Extensive wine knowledge is a must.
• Ability to develop and implement a group sales program.
• BUSY environment, candidate must have the energy and mental toughness to succeed.
• Desire to command a shift with a total focus on guest satisfaction.
• Must be committed to our mission of Uncompromising Quality!

Salary Range & Benefits

• Starting salary $55k – $70k based on past experience
• Quarterly Bonus Program
• 401k Program w/Company Match
• Excellent Medical, Dental and Life Insurance
• This is a new position; the winning candidate will have leeway to design both the mix of work and the career path for it!

Job Category Restaurant Dining Room Manager

Job Type Full Time

If this position seems like you – please click on this link to submit your resume and cover letter. https://www.pacificcoasthospitality.com/careers-in-hospitality/  We will contact you via telephone or email for an initial interview.

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We’re Pacific Coast Hospitality…we recruit the best, most qualified leadership talent for top hospitality organizations across the western U.S. and British Columbia.

Market San Francisco, CA (Petaluma, CA)
Job Description 
Pacific Coast Hospitality has been retained to search for a Restaurant & Brewery Chef / Kitchen Manager for our client, eclectic and funky, …. a prestigious and long-established restaurant & brewery located in Petaluma, CA. An authentic neighborhood spot serving up creative and inspired food and beer located in beautiful Sonoma County, just north of San Francisco. This is an outstanding opportunity for the ideal culinary candidate to construct a great gastropub program, including creating menu items always cooked from scratch with locally sourced ingredients, build documented recipes and portion & styling procedures, and be intimately involved in helping grow an already well-established business.
Requirements Ideal candidate will have the following:

• 2-3 years’ experience working as AKM / KM/ Sous Chef / Chef in the beer-centric dining segment
• Must know and be passionate about food and beer
• Experience in product ordering and team member scheduling
• BUSY environment, candidate must have the energy and mental toughness to succeed
• High volume “gastropub” experience a plus
• Passion for developing and mentoring a team
• Track record of achieving financial results

Salary Range & Benefits

• Salary – $50k – $65k (starting, based on experience level)
• Generous and Obtainable Performance Bonus Program
• Medical and Dental Health Insurance

Job Category Restaurant & Brewery Chef / Kitchen Manager
Job Type Full Time
If this position seems like you – please click on this link to submit your resume and cover letter. https://www.pacificcoasthospitality.com/careers-in-hospitality/  We will contact you via telephone or email for an initial interview.

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We’re Pacific Coast Hospitality…we recruit the best, most qualified leadership talent for top hospitality organizations across the western U.S. and British Columbia.

Market San Francisco, CA (Petaluma, CA)

Job Description 

Pacific Coast Hospitality has been retained to search for a Restaurant & Brewery Chef / Kitchen Manager for our client, eclectic and funky, …. a prestigious and long-established restaurant & brewery located in Petaluma, CA. An authentic neighborhood spot serving up creative and inspired food and beer located in beautiful Sonoma County, just north of San Francisco. This is an outstanding opportunity for the ideal culinary candidate to construct a great gastropub program, including creating menu items always cooked from scratch with locally sourced ingredients, build documented recipes and portion & styling procedures, and be intimately involved in helping grow an already well-established business.

Requirements Ideal candidate will have the following:

• 2-3 years’ experience working as AKM / KM/ Sous Chef / Chef in the beer-centric dining segment
• Must know and be passionate about food and beer
• Experience in product ordering and team member scheduling
• BUSY environment, candidate must have the energy and mental toughness to succeed
• High volume “gastropub” experience a plus
• Passion for developing and mentoring a team
• Track record of achieving financial results

Salary Range & Benefits

• Salary – $50k – $65k (starting, based on experience level)
• Generous and Obtainable Performance Bonus Program
• Medical and Dental Health Insurance

Job Category Restaurant & Brewery Chef / Kitchen Manager

Job Type Full Time

If this position seems like you – please click on this link to submit your resume and cover letter. https://www.pacificcoasthospitality.com/careers-in-hospitality/  We will contact you via telephone or email for an initial interview.

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