Gecko Hospitality Named to Forbes 2019 List of America’s Best Professional Recruiting Firms
Selected for second consecutive year Fort Myers, FL — Gecko Hospitality, North America’s premiere recruiting firm that connects top talent and companies within the hospitality and restaurant industries, was named to Forbes list of America’s 250 Best Professional Recruiting firms. This is the second year that Gecko was independently nominated and selected based on quality […]
What Does My Sous Chef Career Look Like?
Popular television shows like Top Chef and Master Chef have glorified the cool factor in restaurant work. The chef and their team conduct “art” and “put their heart on the plate” in what seems like an exciting and passionate work environment. Head chefs are like great military leaders, barking out orders to their scrambling restaurant […]
4 Interview Red Flags When Hiring Hospitality Executives
Anyone can look good on paper. That’s why hiring managers conduct the interview process to help discern any candidate red flags the resume might have hidden. This is especially important in the hospitality industry, where employees come in direct contact with your customers. Choosing the wrong person could negatively affect your ability to keep the […]
Gecko Hospitality Releases Annual Hospitality Management Salary Survey Report
Introduction: Gecko Hospitality, the leading recruitment firm connecting top talent and companies in the hospitality and restaurant industries, has recently unveiled its fourth annual Hospitality Management Salary Survey Report. This comprehensive report provides valuable insights and data to help hiring managers plan for future growth. With over 1,800 participants from the United States and Canada, […]
Three Essential Tips for Requesting a Raise or Promotion
Introduction When it comes to discussing a raise or promotion, even the most confident hospitality management professional can feel nervous. However, it is crucial to have this conversation in order to advance in one’s career. This article provides three essential tips to help you prepare for this discussion, ask for a meeting, and follow up […]
Revamping Your Candidate Search Process: Tips for Hospitality Management Professionals
Introduction In the current recruiting environment, finding top talent can be a major challenge. However, it’s important to recognize that the methods we’ve been using may no longer be effective. It’s time to get creative and revamp how we find candidates. In this article, we will explore some ways you can change things up in […]
Highest-Paying Jobs in the Hospitality Industry
Introduction Serving guests in the hospitality industry may not be seen as a noble profession, but it offers a sense of fulfillment in providing a comfortable and relaxing experience to customers. Beyond the rewarding feeling of helping people, the hospitality industry also offers some highly lucrative roles. In this article, we will explore eight […]
5 Tech Tools and Trends Transforming the Hospitality Industry
Introduction: The Impact of Technology on the Hospitality Field In today’s digital age, technology has revolutionized every industry, and the hospitality field is no exception. Technology plays a crucial role in shaping the customer experience, particularly in the hotel world. From online check-ins to payment security, gadgets for guest rooms, and mobile engagement, technology […]
Balancing Act: Tips for Effective Customer and Staff Management in Hospitality
Introduction: As a hospitality management professional, multitasking is a necessary skill in your day-to-day operations. However, juggling the needs of both customers and staff can be overwhelming, making it difficult to serve food effectively during busy shifts. In this article, we will explore the unique challenges faced when managing customers and staff in the […]
Reaching Passive Job Candidates in the Hospitality Industry
Finding qualified candidates in the hospitality industry can be challenging, especially with the U.S. unemployment rate at a 49-year low of just 3.9 percent. However, there is some good news. A recent study by ADP revealed that 42 percent of employees would consider discussing a new job, even if they aren’t actively looking for one. […]
