No one who runs their own food and drink business, sets it up to look over spreadsheets all day. You’re doing it to create something people come back for. The buzz of a full service. The regulars who know your name. The pride in an experience done well. But behind the scenes, many operators are […]
Weekly, not monthly: the cashflow habit saving UK F&B businesses Read More »
Running a successful business is all about finding the right balance. For many UK SMEs, staffing is one of the highest ongoing costs. Whether you run a café, restaurant, retail shop, salon, or another customer-facing business, having the right number of staff at the right time is essential. Too few team members during peak periods
Staffing by the Clock: Using Card Machine Data to Cut Labour Costs Read More »
For many independent food and drink businesses, the past few years have been defined by pressure. Rising wages, energy costs, food inflation and uncertain consumer demand have combined to create what Jane Pendlebury, CEO, Hospitality Professionals Association (HOSPA) describes as a “perfect storm.” Recent research commissioned by UK Hospitality shows that one in five hospitality
Is it time to go hybrid? A guide for food & drink businesses Read More »
