7 Things to Remember After a Rough Day of Working With Customers

Most hospitality workers have a love/hate relationship with their customers. Our clients are the reason we’re there, but they can also make the job difficult. When something goes wrong with a guest’s meal, room or another amenity, it can sometimes make the job harder – but, dealing with these problems is just part of the […]
Exploring Career Opportunities in the Hospitality Industry

Introduction The hospitality industry is known for offering a wide range of career opportunities, making it a great field to consider for hospitality management professionals. Whether you’re a recent high school or college graduate or someone looking to change careers at retirement age, the hospitality industry has something for everyone. In this article, we will […]
A Recap of the Top 5 Hospitality Job Search Blogs

As we near the end of 2018, we like to look back at some of the most popular Gecko Hospitality blogs to figure out what trends were most important to our clients. Over the past year or so, we tackled some tough topics such as how to retain the top talent in a competitive employment […]
Culinary Unity: How Diversity Shapes the Success of Restaurants

The Importance of Diversity in the Restaurant Industry Introduction Diversity plays a crucial role in the success of restaurants, especially in such a competitive industry as food service. By having a diverse group of employees, restaurants can create an inclusive environment where customers from all backgrounds feel welcome. While offering a multilingual menu and […]
The Art of the Tip: Strategies for Increasing Your Earnings in Hospitality

Top Tips for Increasing Tips in the Hospitality Industry Tipping plays a crucial role in supplementing the income of hospitality industry workers. Whether you’re a hotel concierge, housekeeper, bellman, valet, or restaurant server, receiving tips is a significant part of your earning potential. These roles require a great deal of hard work, excellent customer […]
Building Bridges to Success: The Pros of Providing Paid Hospitality Internships

The Benefits of Offering Paid Hospitality Internships Internships have become an essential part of a student’s journey to improve their resume skills before entering the workforce. It not only benefits the students but also helps organizations proactively fill their recruiting funnel for the future. While there is an ongoing debate about whether or not […]