Besides increasing sales and guest satisfaction, contests are a great way to provide incentives and reward employees for specific tasks (i.e., cleaning, adhering to safety measures) and meeting goals (i.e., reducing costs …more

The most effective recognition programs target all employees and are designed to reward them for their strengths. Many restaurants accomplish this with dual awards, such as one for front-of-the house and another …more

Many restaurants make a point of thanking employees in front of their peers and/or posting comments from customers for all to see. Some take it a step further by recognizing staff in newspaper ads, on bulletin boards …more

Being given the gift of a paid day off or earning it as a reward is something that is meaningful to all employees and can have a powerful impact on their morale. Even small restaurants say they stay competitive for hourly employees …more

Many restaurants encourage long-term staffing or improved performance by rewarding employees with their preferred schedules-the most lucrative or attractive shifts, better or more tables and/or the first chance at private …more

Offering bonuses is a powerful way to reward both front- and back-of-the-house employees for meeting goals and to acknowledge exceptional performance. Some tips on designing bonus and incentive programs: …more