Staff Turnover

The benefits of using digital signage

The adoption of digital technology has transformed the way many catering and hospitality companies operate and communicate, changing everything from taking bookings to communicating with staff. Despite this, digital signage is an area less thought of, with many companies still using traditional paper notice boards to communicate with staff. However,…

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Apprenticeships reform: Good news for SMEs

“For the past 18 months the Apprenticeship Levy has been firmly in the spotlight. While larger business with a pay bill over £3m now pay monthly into their levy pots, SMEs have been hit by new requirements to pay a 10% contribution to their apprenticeships, where previously they received the…

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How better internal communications can improve customer experience

According to the Deloitte 2018 Global Human Capital Trends survey, 72% of UK HR and business leaders have already seen the benefit from using digitally-connected workplace tools. However, the same report reveals that only 11% of organisations are actively identifying emerging communications channels. Employee communications are important for the catering…

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Why now is a good time to start your career in hospitality

With Brexit looming, the hospitality industry is right to feel jittery. According to a KPMG report on labour migration in the hospitality sector, compiled for the British Hospitality Association (BHA), the industry is highly reliant on EU nationals. Between 12.3% and 23.7% of the hospitality sector workforce is made up…

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Deliveroo expands beyond delivery with restaurant support scheme

Food delivery company Deliveroo has launched a new support site for restaurants to help them reduce everyday business expenses. The company has also unveiled a new portal offering restaurant staff benefits and discounts to boost staff retention. The brand new Deliveroo restaurant perks website is part of efforts from Deliveroo…

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Hospitality specialist Vacherin reports its 15th year of growth

London-based independently-owned contract caterer, Vacherin, has reported its annual turnover has risen for the 15th consecutive year. Figures published this week for the year ending 31 August 2017 show turnover at £19.7m, a rise of almost 15%. It is managing director Phil Roker’s first full year in his position and…

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