The Holiday Rush and Beyond: Six Benefits that Keep Restaurant Teams Engaged
3 Min Read By Tye Reedy
The holiday season is both an exciting and challenging time for restaurants. With customers streaming in for festive gatherings, teams work harder than ever to keep up, often feeling the strain of long hours and packed schedules. However, it’s also a prime opportunity for owners to show appreciation and set a tone of support and camaraderie that extends beyond the holiday rush.
At this busiest time of year, the following are six impactful ways to keep staff engaged, both during and after the holidays.
1. Flexible Scheduling for Better Work-Life BalanceFlexibility is often one of the most valued benefits in any workplace, but it’s especially meaningful in the restaurant industry, where irregular hours are the norm. Providing more flexible scheduling arrangements around the holiday season – such as shorter shifts or the opportunity to swap shifts – can be a big motivator.
Restaurants can also offer a system that allows employees to save up hours throughout the year, in…
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