Hospitality trends and updates
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Upcoming Train Strikes and the Effect on Hospitality
The nation will once again be experiencing 48-hour long train strikes. However, this time the strikes are taking place during hospitalities most vital period.The hospitality industry has been through turmoil…
How to combat staffing issues within Hospitality
It's no secret that a lot of hospitality businesses are feeling the pressure this year with staffing issues. According to Alignable, 83% of Restaurants Still Can't Find Enough Workers. So…
Winter is coming, is your restaurant ready?
With Halloween and bonfire night now behind us, the atmosphere has already turned distinctly wintery. Guests are looking forward to a festive atmosphere, comforting food and festive events - but…
How to Streamline Your Invoice Management
Within restaurants you are bound to receive multiple invoices daily . If you don't have a correct invoice management in place this could be a mammoth task. Gone are the…
Improve staff Retention
Your staff are and always should be the heart of your hospitality business, without them, you wouldn’t have a business. Especially currently, staff retention within hospitality is incredibly high so…
Reputation Management in Restaurants
Reputation management is all about how you as a restaurant monitor and manage your customer feedback, but more importantly influencing that to show you restaurant in a positive light.This post…
Business energy prices are to be cut by half
The government has announced a huge support package that will cut energy bills for UK businessses by around half their expected levels for the winter of 2022.Called The Energy Bill…
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 Road to Sustainability in Restaurants
How having a sustainable mindset when running your business can benefit not only the planet, but also your profit margins and reputation.Sustainable living is all about being aware of our…
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…
Chancellor working on tax breaks for firms - Sept 2022
As we all know, the impending doom of huge hikes in energy costs, as well as the cost of living crisis, is threatening hospitality each and every day.Today the Chancellor…
Get your business prepared for Autumn/Winter with restaurant rota software!
As we near the end of August, the signs of Autumn are starting to creep back in - despite the continuing heatwaves! The evenings are getting noticeably shorter, the summer…
Opsyte's Guide to Getting the Most out of Restaurant Management Software.
Why should you be using restaurant management software?The short answer here is simply that it will make the lives of restaurant management easier, and lead to more profit.By taking manual…
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…
Choosing Good Restaurant Rota Software
Restaurant Rota SoftwareRestaurants and bars require many employees with different roles.A missing team member can cause havoc with service. One of the most difficult daily tasks for any site manager…
Hospitality welcomes extended Platinum Jubilee licensing hours
UKHospitality has the temporary change in licensing rules for England and Wales, having campaigned strongly for the measures.The hospitality sector has welcomed the government’s confirmation that licenced premises will be…
How Restaurant Owners Can Streamline their Accounting Systems
When it comes to running your own restaurant, you’ll quickly understand that nothing’s more important than your time. Every minute counts and time wasted equals revenue lost. So, when you…
Hospitality customers are facing double digit price rises in 2022
A UKHospitality survey of more that 340 hospitality businesses (which equates to roughly 8200 venues with 190,000 staff) has concluded that nearly half of operators (47%) are reporting that they…
Why staff happiness is vital to your business, and how Opsyte helps you track it!
Staff happiness is vital for hospitality businesses but is unfortunately often a low priority for management – especially after the industry facing numerous other hardships over the last few years.However,…
What is a sales forecast, and how does Opsyte help you manage it?
What is a sales forecast, and how does Opsyte help you manage it?Creating and using a sales forecast is a huge benefit to your hospitality business - it is the…
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Revolutionising the Hospitality Industry: A Comprehensive Guide to Mobile App Development for Restaurants
Mobile App Development for Restaurants: A Game-changer in the UK Hospitality IndustryThe UK hospitality industry is a dynamic and competitive sector, with restaurants continually seeking innovative ways to enhance their…...
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Revolutionising Nightlife: Innovative Nightclub Promotion and Marketing Strategies for the Hospitality Industry
Promotion Ideas for Nightclubs: Enhancing Your Nightlife Marketing StrategyIn today's fast-paced, dynamic hospitality industry, standing out from the crowd is crucial. The nightlife sector, particularly nightclubs, need to continually innovate…...
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Boost Your Catering Business with the Best Hospitality Technology: Comprehensive Guide on Choosing the Right Catering Software and Event Management Tools
Transforming the Hospitality Industry: The Impact of Catering SoftwareWithin the ever-evolving hospitality industry, catering software has become a game-changing innovation. This hospitality technology provides an efficient solution for the managemen...
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Leveraging QSR Reports for In-depth Fast Food Analysis: Unveiling Restaurant Industry Trends, QSR Industry Data and Future Trends for Robust Business Insights and Growth
Understanding QSR Reports and Their Impact on the UK Hospitality IndustryWith a fast-paced lifestyle, the Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) industry is experiencing exponential growth worldwide. In the United Kingdom, this…...
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Minimising Food Waste in Restaurants: Sustainable Practices for the Hospitality Industry
How to Reduce Food Waste in the Restaurant IndustryFood waste management has become a significant challenge in the UK hospitality industry. As more consumers become eco-conscious, many restaurants are striving…...
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Decoding Restaurant Finances: A Comprehensive Guide to Using a Restaurant Profit Margin Calculator for Effective Cost Management and Profitability
Understanding the Restaurant Profit Margin Calculator: A Key to Profitability in the Hospitality IndustryRunning a successful restaurant in today's competitive hospitality industry demands more than extraordinary culinary skills or an…...