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July 5, 2024 |
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Nearly 3 in 4 restaurant operators say business conditions have returned close to normal. And yet, high staff turnover and unfilled roles remain a persistent challenge for the restaurant industry. In 2023, some 62% of operators reported being understaffed. The industry workforce is projected to grow by 200,000 jobs in 2024. Today, 45% of operators say they need more employees to meet customer demand. But who will fill those open roles? Explore what restaurant staff are seeking out in their next long-term workplace.
In this paper, we’ll examine the state of the U.S. restaurant industry and consider some employee benefits strategies and resources that operators can adopt to overcome their recruitment and retention challenges.