Training Tips For New Restaurant Staff

One of the most challenging aspects of the foodservice industry is employee turnover.According to a 2016 report from the U.S. bureau of labor statistics, annual staff turnover in restaurants is an astronomical 73 percent! So for every 100 workers who are hired, 73 leave within a year. And while there are ways to reduce turnover, it will likely always be a hurdle for those in the industry. As a result, training new restaurant staff is of paramount importance. Here are seven tips that will help you quickly get new workers up to speed.

Safety FirstKitchen safety should be at the top of every restauranteur’s priority list. A worker who doesn’t know proper kitchen protocol is not only a danger to himself, but he’s also a hazard to the rest of your and staff as well as your customers. So before educating your new staff on the finer details of your operation, make sure they understand all safety procedures. 

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