For a business to run smoothly, the right team must be working behind the scenes to achieve its goals. A proper working team will surely lead the business in the right direction. It will also have a positive impact on your staff by allowing them to grow in a positive work environment.
Make sure to implement these secret ingredients and your restaurant team will surely blossom into a higher performance!
A good recipe for a restaurant is placing a person in a position that is suitable for their experience. Be clear about the position’s requirements while considering their expertise, soft skills, and suitability with the existing team. Specify pointers, such as necessary experiences, daily responsibilities, and personality traits for the job seekers to consider. Moreover, involve the reporting manager during the interview process, as they are more in tune with how the position should function. It also serves as a good get-to-know-you process that will help the hired candidate in the future.
A positive hierarchy is set when there are boundaries between each role and responsibility. Often, unclarified roles will cause prolonged arguments and unclear responsibilities. Managers should create a thorough role description with a list of duties for each position. Do ensure that every staff has read the descriptions thoroughly and understands them well. Hierarchy also gives the staff a chance to be promoted to a higher position. It shows that their contributions can earn them a brighter future in the restaurant, and each of their good performances is counted rewarding.
Monetary rewards are what every staff member works hard for. If there is a staff member who has worked harder, why not give them a proper incentive? It serves as an appreciation for all they have done and a motivation boost for others. Involve star employees in programs like “Employee of the Month” to encourage everyone to work well. You can also start with the simple things, such as compliments and thank-yous. This is a good way to acknowledge their efforts and motivate them.
Miscommunications are inevitable, and it is alright. However, you should not let it out of hand and prepare a channel for everyone to get their thoughts straight. Meetings can help to exchange communication between staff and management. Staff can voice out their concerns, dissatisfactions, and feedback. Management should consider every suggestion while trying to implement their feedback. Honesty and transparency are the most important, so encourage everyone to do so to avoid issues being prolonged, spiraling into a bigger problem.
Joining a social event together will create a stronger bond for higher effectiveness during work hours. All staff will form friendships, and learn how to work together in a casual environment. Consider celebrating your restaurant’s milestones to inspire hard work, fostering a sense of pride and accomplishment among your team. These events can be done by having outings, such as at the cinema, in a park, or at your own restaurant – but no work, just fun!
No one likes working in a dark, uncomfortable environment. Other than effectively distributing workloads and hours for a balanced environment, allow them some time to rest and give them a space to wind down. Kitchen and supply storage should be well-ventilated with proper lighting and space to avoid health hazards for both customers and staff. Lastly, ensure that all kitchen equipment is up to standard. The functionality will help staff go to great lengths, allowing them to cook and prepare more efficiently. Don’t forget proper training on the equipment too!
With these tips, we hope that you can achieve a positive working environment for you and your staff! If you’re interested to know more, follow Ajinomoto Food Biz Partner for more news, tips, inspiration, and insights. Join us as members today!
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