Staffing
Megan’s earmarks £5m for staff
The group says they are on track to play a “key role in numerous neighbourhoods” by the end of 2022.
Megan’s earmarks £5m for staff
The group says they are on track to play a “key role in numerous neighbourhoods” by the end of 2022.
Weekly Global News Wrap: Chains’ latest earnings a mix bag due to inflationary pressures; Jack in the Box to try kitchen robots; Taco Bell offers $8m worth of scholarships
Here is a summary of the most interesting news stories of the week from around the world.
Prezzo launches rewards scheme for employees
The scheme sees employees being given free membership to Epoints, allowing them to earn cash back on purchases.
Fridays targets apprentices as it launches refreshed scheme
Every apprentice will have access to an online learning platform that includes a tailored learning plan, e-learning resources and a ‘skills radar’ to track progress against various milestones.
Weekly Global News Wrap: Starbucks union drive spreads; McDonald’s on cost pressures; Pizza Hut’s hops on spicy food trend
Here is a summary of the most interesting news stories of the week from around the world.
Pret A Manger to increase pay this April
The company will invest over £9.2 million to raise hourly rates amidst sector-wide labour shortages.
2021: Year in Review
We look back at the highs and lows of the British multi-site restaurant industry these past twelve months.
Six out of ten staff say job satisfaction would improve if venues introduced relevant tech: study
The challenges faced by the industry in the last 18 months has brought its reliance on technology fully into the spotlight.
Amidst labour shortages, QSR customers are expecting more from staff
48% say that staff must know where the food is sourced from whilst 58% expect staff to have the “knowledge and foresight” to recommend menu items.
Domino’s to create 650 new jobs in Ireland
It also has to open an additional 10 stores over the next two years.
Papa John’s introduces cashless tipping for staff amidst recruitment drive
This follows a trial over the past year in 20 of our stores across the UK
How can chains balance customer acquisition and managing reduced staff numbers?
Flipdish UK country manager Fionn Hart makes a case for digital interface solutions as an answer.
Domino’s Pizza planning to hire 8,000 delivery drivers in UK and Ireland
This marks the second hiring spree of the year for the company.
Labour, materials shortages driving up price inflation: report
The CGA Prestige Foodservice Price Index predicts continued inflation over the remainder of 2021.
Can technology fully offset lingering labour shortage pains?
One in six hospitality jobs currently lie vacant.
Prezzo, Itsu announce pay rises amidst recruitment crisis
The sector is refining their approaches to staff retention.
Costa Coffee gives 5% pay rise to 14,500 staff
The coffee chain is also recruiting 2,000 more workers.
