Hospitality trends and updates
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Understanding the Recent Changes to Tronc: What It Means for the Hospitality Industry
At Opsyte, we understand how vital it is for businesses in the hospitality sector to stay on top of evolving payroll and staff management regulations. As the industry continues to…
Distributing Tips in the UK
Changing Tip Allocation LawsHospitality is a dynamic industry, and yet more change is on the horizon for the owners and management of hospitality businesses. New plans for laws surrounding the…
The Employment (Allocation of Tips) Bill
New legislation is being passed through parliament that will force employers to distribute all tips and service charges in a huge and welcome change for hospitality staff. The bill has…
Service charge in restaurants
Why do restaurants have service charge?The first thing to note when talking about service charge in restaurants in the UK, is that service charge is and must be discretionary. No…
What is a tronc?
A tronc, or service charge pool, is a special arrangement between business and staff that allows the fair distribution of staff tips, gratuities and service charge collected by the business…
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Unveiling the Secrets to Successful Restaurant Business: Understanding Average Profit Margins and Boosting Restaurant Revenue
What is the Average Profit Margin for Restaurants?Understanding the average profit margin for restaurants is vital for anyone involved in the restaurant business. It provides a clear picture of the…...
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Mastering the Art of Dining: Comprehensive Strategies to Improve Your Restaurant - From Management to Customer Service, Marketing and Beyond
How to Improve Your Restaurant: A Comprehensive GuideIn the highly competitive hospitality industry, improving your restaurant takes more than just a passion for food. It involves a careful balance of…...
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Leveraging the QSR Industry: Understanding Fast Food Trends, Strategies, and Growth in the Hospitality Business
Understanding the QSR Industry in the UK Hospitality LandscapeThe Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) industry, commonly referred to as the fast food industry, is a significant component of the UK's hospitality…...
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Maximising QSR Services: An Insight into Trends, Technology, and Growth Strategies in the Fast Food Industry
Embracing the Future of QSR Services in the UK: A Comprehensive AnalysisIn the ever-evolving landscape of the UK hospitality industry, Quick Service Restaurants (QSR services) have emerged as a pivotal…...
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Unlocking the Secrets of Profitability: An In-depth Analysis of Average Restaurant Profit Margins in the Hospitality Industry
Understanding the Average Restaurant Profit Margin in the UK Hospitality IndustryThe restaurant industry forms a significant fraction of the UK's hospitality industry. As an industry that's intrinsically linked to consumer…...
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Boosting Your Business: Innovative Bar Promotional Ideas and Marketing Strategies to Increase Sales and Traffic
10 Innovative Bar Promotional Ideas to Boost Your BusinessThe UK's hospitality industry is a vibrant and competitive space with bars and pubs at its heart. As a bar owner or…...