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Restaurant Management 101: 10 Things to Never Do At Work There are 10 things that can damage your image and reputation in restaurant management. These are things that everyone does, and that no one may condemn you for. They may even be considered acceptable in today’s society. But, if you do these things you will find that they do matter when it comes time to pick the next manager. Answer Your Cell Phone Turn cell phones off at work. You do not need to text your husband about dinner when you should be finishing a report. There is no need to check facebook between jobs, or just before a break. While being on your cell phone at work is acceptable in some workplace environments it is a definite ‘no no’ for management candidates. Cell phones disassociate people from what is happening ‘now’ in the real world. Professional managers and psychologists know that it can take up to 15 minutes to regain your focus. This is lost time. The impact on the workplace costs the restaurant money. Don’t t...

6 Hotel Management Tips for New Hospitality Managers You’ve finally done it. After years of working long, low-paid hours as a bellhop or concierge, you’ve worked your way up to hotel manager . Now you’re the gal or guy in charge. And it’s terrifying. After all, so many people depend on you. The guests depend on you to make their experience a happy one. Your staff depend on your direction to do their jobs. And most of all, the owner expects you to meet revenue goals. No excuses. But don’t worry, you’ve got this. After all, all those years you’ve invested in the hospitality business is what made you such an attractive hire as a hotel manager to begin with. So relax, trust in your abilities, and take these tips for new hospitality managers to heart. We’ve scoured advice from all sorts of great resources around the web on hotel management, and have compiled some of the best advice below. 1. Find a mentor Mentors are such an awesome resource, especially ones who have experience in the hospi...

Waiter or Waitress Job Description     On average, waiters and waitresses make $7.14 an hour     Tips usually make up most of waiters' and waitresses' pay     Waiter and waitress jobs are great for people with outgoing personalities Are you the type of person who can charm even the grumpiest of old men? Could you carry a hot bowl of soup through a hurricane without breaking a sweat? Then you’ve got what it takes to be a great waiter or waitress. Most waiters and waitresses, also called servers, work in full-service restaurants. They greet customers, take food orders, bring food and drinks to the tables and take payment and make change. Casual dining restaurants and caf?s will expect you to be quick, efficient and friendly. Casual dining restaurants can be small family-owned restaurants or larger chain restaurants like Applebee's and Cracker Barrel . You may have to make drinks, salads and desserts all while serving several tables at one time....

What job titles can you expect to see in hospitality industry job postings? The industry is quite broad. It includes jobs working in hotels, restaurants, casinos, theme parks, cruise lines, and other facilities that help customers meet their leisurely needs. Many jobs in the hospitality industry involve dealing with customers face-to-face in a variety of ways. But there are also behind-the-scenes jobs that include positions in sales, marketing, and accounting. Food services jobs also abound in the hospitality industry, including wait staff and food preparation jobs. There are many management-level jobs across these areas as well, including hotel managers and executive chefs. Given this range, jobs in the hospitality industry can either involve a lot — or very little — customer interaction. Many jobs are entry level, but hospitality is an area where you can climb the ladder to a managerial role accompanied by more responsibilities, along with a higher salary.  Most Common Hospitalit...