Foodservice operators have to be more creative and flexible in their search for staff, and more thoughtful about how they look after the people they have. It's more than just offering higher pay - that might be part of the equation, but there are many other factors involved.
In this podcast, Ken Burgin talks with Paul Rifkin. a chef consultant who works with a wide variety of clubs, pubs and foodservice operators. He's a practical optimist, and has some great suggestions on how to look for staff with new eyes and an open mind.
Topics they discussed:
- You're by nature an optimist - what keeps you positive about the hospitality industry?
- What are the most common mistakes operators make when recruiting kitchen staff?
- What are some elements commonly left out of job ads, that will affect the response rate?
- How should operators think ‘outside the box’ when recruiting for cooking positions - eg the mumforce and the 'popforce'?
- Are there any advantages to regional work that country operators should be highlighting?
- Any other advice for regional operators who are looking for chefs and cooks?
- What’s your magic touch for recruiting and retaining young workers and school students?
- How does an older chef or kitchen manager create an atmosphere that's attractive to a young and diverse team?
- What sort of tech and modern systems should we be adding to our kitchen as part of creating a more attractive workplace?
You'll find the Show Notes and links for today's episode on the HospoReset.com website. Don't forget to subscribe to the weekly Hospo Reset newsletter, and connect with Ken Burgin on Linkedin and on Twitter.
