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Prevent loses in slower times of the year

Posted on April 5, 2014 in: AMP Articles, Management, Professional

Q: We’re a highly seasonal restaurant, and offseason sales are hard to generate each year. With the lull in business, I’m losing money because my labor cost is so high. How do I keep from laying my kitchen people off or substantially decreasing their hours?
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Four Focus Areas to Improve Product Cost

Posted on March 16, 2014 in: AMP Articles, Management, Professional

Q: I’m interested in improving my margins this year.

I don’t want to overhaul my menu, and I think my prices are where they need to be. Where should I start on the cost side?
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Build a winning team to compete

Posted on February 16, 2014 in: AMP Articles, Management, Professional

Q: We’ve had a great couple of years, and I’m ready to take my team to the next level. What is the best way to do that?
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Previous Articles

The Key to Success is in Looking Ahead - Q: Over the last two years we have had so many changes required of our business. Whether they were mandated by government, voted in by the public or forced by the economy, I'm having a hard time... More →
How to use the association's labor cost calculator to help you navigate minimum wage increases. - Q: Minimum wage is set to increase. What is the best way to discover how much to increase pricing and/or offset costs? - A: The Washington Hospitality Association has designed and made available a... More →
Reel in New Guests to Spur Growth - Q: My business is growing sales at 2-3% annually only because of price increases.As I've raised prices guest counts are dropping. I don't think I have any room to increase prices and the cost of... More →
Developing hospitality leadership - Q: As our business continues to expand, it's clear that developing leadership our organization is the most efficient and beneficial activity to nurture and drive our culture and company. How can we... More →
Let the Party Begin - Q: We have a highly seasonal business and we earn the bulk of our profit during the summer. We often get into a mode of being busy. What are some ideas to keep our crew educated and engaged through... More →

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