Why Burnout Hits Hospitality Workers Differently
Last night I had a guest who camped out at their table for an hour and a half after close.
I flung myself into bed at around 1:30 a.m.
I was exhausted. Especially after waking up this morning, the first thing I poured myself was a cup of coffee, so my eyes would crack open slightly.
6 Ways to Reduce Alcohol and Protect Your Brain in Hospitality
Working in the hospitality industry can be a rewarding career because you make tips, connect with guests, and, of course, hang out with people in the industry.
The culture of clocking out at midnight, or sometimes even later, and feeling exhausted from your high-intensity shift can make it easy to consume alcohol to decompress.
In fact, it’s quite normal in the restaurant industry.
Why Men in the Restaurant Industry Struggle to Sleep
One of the most common complaints I hear from restaurant professionals, especially men, is that they struggle to receive adequate sleep.
Many that I know use alcohol to unwind, leaving them feeling more restless as insomnia kicks in throughout the night.
Should We Embrace or Reject the Culture of Restaurant Gossip
My industry friend and I were recently having a chat while pouring some chablis and cooking a seafood feast in her kitchen about how easy it is to become sucked into the work gossip.
Way back in my younger days, I used to love hearing all the “tea” going on in the restaurant, and I must admit I’m still an open ear for some of it.
The Benefits of Sauna vs Cold Plunge for Hospitality Professionals
I’m coming into my third season of saunas and cold plunges, and I will tell you, it’s one of my favourite lifestyle habits.
The benefits, combined with eating whole foods and reducing sugar intake, have not only helped with muscle recovery, but mostly my mental health and overall ability to handle daily stressors.