Country club members are looking for something new and fresh from their dining experience. In response, many country clubs are undergoing dining room renovations or building entirely new dining outlets. But not every club is poised to undertake large capital-improvement projects. And even with those improvements, clubs still need ways to stay relevant in the face of rapidly changing trends. So how can country clubs spice up their food and beverage offerings to create a memorable experience? Play with Themes A little bit of novelty can go a long way. Create a ticketed event that features themed ..read more

Employers spend an average of seven seconds initially scanning a resume. How can your resume possibly make an impression in such a small window of time? Do you cram as much information onto the page as possible, hoping to impress them with the sheer volume of bullet points? Not exactly. Here are five reasons you should take the time to carefully curate the information on your resume and tailor it for each job you apply for: Limits Distracting Details Makes Relevant Experience Stand Out Showcases Your Results Forces you to Double-Check Yourself It’s Excellent Interview Preparation Limits Dist ..read more

The concept of pairing food with entertainment is not new to hospitality. After all, it seems like bowling alleys, arcades, and music venues have always offered concessions. Likewise, billiards have always gone hand in hand with drinking establishments. But in the last few years, concepts like Top Golf and Punchbowl Social have paved the way for a new evolution of conceptual, upscale, and food-focused “eatertainment”. Here is why this new evolution of eatertainment is not simply a trend; it is a sign of the times. Customers Crave Unique Experiences In the last few years, consumer spending on e ..read more

A jolt of excitement hits you when a LinkedIn message pops up from a recruiter saying you’d be a great fit for an opportunity. Or you see your dream job on a job board and meet all the qualifications. But when you realize you have no clue what company these opportunities are with, you might hesitate. In an age of information, where every company has a website and transparency is the default, a confidential job posting can initially be unnerving. But never taking a leap of faith means you could miss some incredible opportunities. Here are some things to consider when you are unsure about pursui ..read more

What is today’s workforce looking for from employers? Health benefits? Flexibility? Long-term financial security? Career support? Yes, yes, yes, and yes. For hospitality employers looking for ways to draw in new talent and keep existing employees, here are the benefits most meaningful for today’s workers: Robust Retirement Support Flexible Healthcare Paid Time Off (without strings attached) Childcare Benefits Career Development Multi-faceted Mental Health Support Learn more below, or find even more details about benefits and compensation trends in the hospitality industry in the newly update ..read more

There is no shortage of regulations detailing how restaurants and hotels are to provide for guests with disabilities or special needs. Yes, these regulations make it technically possible for people with disabilities to visit businesses. However, they are a far cry from truly making guests with special needs feel welcome. Since one in four Americans has a physical or mental disability, restaurants and hotels that go above and beyond to welcome them have a competitive advantage. Here are a few suggestions to make your hotel or restaurant a stress-free destination for anyone: Make them Feel Welco ..read more

The role of the Executive Chef has recently evolved into something of a celebrity within the senior living industry. Many senior living communities are elevating their dining programs to produce menus and foods that rival top resorts. As the demand for distinguished food and beverage grows among residents and operators, so does the demand for exceptional culinary talent. The quality of life provided by a career in senior living has also piqued the interest of many executive chefs. But no matter how modern a senior living community is, the skills required from Senior Living Chefs go beyond the ..read more

“People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” – Maya Angelou In the modern travel industry, many branded hotel chains offer amenities and services indistinguishable from each other. So, hotels must set themselves apart. How? They can help guests tune out the overload of daily information and enjoy letting their intuition make travel choices. Here are how hotels and their properties can use emotional marketing to turn the new generation of travelers into loyal guests: Make it Personal Feature stories like emotionally mo ..read more

When many people think of sports in private clubs, they might only picture tennis and golf. Yes, club leaders tend to focus on these more scenic and higher revenue-producing sports, but they may be missing out on an opportunity in niche racquet sports. Sports like pickleball, badminton, and platform tennis have fewer entry barriers than tennis or golf. They are far less time-consuming and have less expensive equipment, making them highly attractive to many existing and prospective private club members. The general racquet sports industry, not just tennis, has seen steady growth in revenue in t ..read more

Recently, any talk of employee benefits almost certainly revolves around mental health, flexible work, and family leave. One of the most surprising priority shifts since the pandemic for companies and workers has nothing to do with personal life. According to reports by SHRM and NSHS, career development has grown significantly as a priority for the majority of employers and job seekers. For hospitality companies of any size looking to edge out the competition for talent, here is how they can create a career development program that will draw in valuable employees: Job Rotations Tuition Reimbu ..read more