Mary Pillow Thompson

How to write the best job description

The number one comment we get from restaurant hiring managers is “how do I get more qualified applicants for my job?” We look at these numbers on a daily basis– this is what we do, it is all we are focused on, the top of the funnel, of the hiring process. An easy answer […]

Controlling Labor In Restaurants-Strategies For Efficiency

I ran across this article in Forbes, by Gary Occhiogrosso, a while back and have had it earmarked to share with you. For those of you who don’t know, Gary Occhiogrosso is the Founder of Franchise Growth Solutions, which is a co-operative based franchise development and sales firm. Their “Coach, Mentor & Grow Program” focuses […]

Wow- We were named as a Top Startup Shaping the Food Industry

To our customers: your feedback, from the ugly to the awesome, has contributed to our stalwart efforts of bringing a better hiring experience to your restaurants. Thank you to US Venture News for recognizing those of us who are working hard to leverage technology without losing the hospitality along the way. Here is the full […]

Take Inventory: tasks, goals, needs and wants

I read an article this week by Jason Feifer, editor of Entrepreneur Magazine, that outlined his path to getting where you want to go in order to get ahead in your career, your business or even your personal life. I immediately thought about our customers — you, the restaurant owner, operator or general […]

How to get the most out of your Indeed Post for your Restaurant

We all know the feeling of putting up a job post and waiting for applicants – only to check back 12 hours later and only see 2 Applicants…or Zero. As a Premier Partner with Indeed, we have insider knowledge of what performs better than others… Here are the highlights: 1. Don’t get cute with the […]

foh&boh lets Employers know the consequences of omitting comp

Why your $0 Compensation Job Posts are not attracting applicants on Indeed and Zip Recruiter

We hear it all the time from restaurant hiring managers– “Can I leave my compensation range blank? Yes, you can, is always the answer. But why do you want to is always our follow up question. Job boards are cracking down on Wage Transparency, as many states are adopting laws around this issue with Colorado […]

If you’re in Talent Acquisition, do this not that:

The #1 biggest mistake 👀 we see recruiters in the restaurant & hospitality industry make across the board? Hint: it’s not related to their hiring software… It’s taking their foot off the gas⛽ when prospecting for future employees. Think about it. It’s natural to stop sending as many invites, searching for candidates, or […]

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Building a dynamic workforce in your restaurant: trends in restaurant staffing

In the ever-evolving world of hospitality, restaurants face unique challenges when it comes to staffing. From finding skilled culinary professionals to ensuring a seamless front-of-house experience, hiring and retaining top talent can make or break a restaurant’s success. In this blog post, we will delve into the latest trends shaping restaurant staffing and explore innovative […]

foh&boh interviews veteran restaurateur, Doug Hogrefe

Doug Hogrefe started working at Amerigo 30 years ago. What he thought was going to be a short-term gig until he figured out what he really wanted to do turned out to be the thing he was meant to do. He was a server/bartender for 10 years, a manager for 10 years, and now an […]

Covid-19: We are here to help

Below you will find useful information, links and resources. Immediate Financial Assistance Application for Restaurant Workers Click here Filing for unemployment 1. Do I qualify for unemployment? Click here for answers 2. Information you’ll need in order to fill out your Application online: 3. Click here to begin. You will start by entering in your social […]