Shout out to our hospo heroes working in our bars, restaurants and hotels this Christmas. It’s often known as “silly season”. We’re not quite sure what it will bring after the last couple of years and talks of a cost-of-living crisis. If there’s one thing we know for certain… you have absolutely got what it takes to make it through and you know what? We’re here for you each and every (achy) step of the way – your very own hospo bestie.
BRITA Professional and the Burnt Chef Project collaborated on research* which reveals work besties improve customer service, team efficiency and mental health BUT only 77% of hospitality have a best friend at work so if you’re in the remaining 23% then we are here for you!
How will working in hospitality help you to make friends?
Shout out to those who absolutely know how special it is meeting your bezzie whilst working in hospitality!
But you know what? It’s not just about meeting your best friend… hospitality is a chance to be around people. The sector brings people alive and a chance to prevent loneliness! We read this *stat earlier on in the year “one in four students are lonely most or all of the time” and we just know working in hospo is the answer to improve this figure.
Why is it important to work with friends?
The research found 58% of hospitality employees find having a best friend helps keep them calm, especially important in the run-up to and during Christmas!
Your BFF will be the first one you turn to if you make a mistake, they’ll help you to keep your cool and prevent any unnecessary panic. They’ll also be the first person you share your wins with because they’ve got your back and you have theirs.
A chance to offload the shift dramas as you sync up being at the coffee machine/pass/cellar at the same time – grabbing those moments for a quick eye-roll/debrief – we’ve all been there!
What are the employer benefits of workplace friendships?
After reading the research:
- More than half (51%) of those surveyed recognise that they provide better service by being more efficient, productive and energetic when working with their best friend
- 74% acknowledge that their shared understanding as a result of friendship means they can appreciate each other’s strengths and know their weaknesses
Sounds like a dream team to us! Especially during Christmas, the focus should be on efficiencies and if that means pairing up the besties then embrace, embrace, embrace…
We’ll step up as your hospo bestie…
If you’re one of the 23% without a hospo bestie then we’ve got you! As a team of hospitality lifers with a commitment to connecting outstanding talent with their dream roles within hospitality, either we’ll be your best friend or we will most definitely introduce you to your potential BFF.
We ALWAYS love to hear about your wins but our biggest strength will be to help you to overcome challenges within your role.
We’ll hold your hand when…
You’re in the new year, new me mindset and looking for a new role
If Christmas in your current roles has left a bad taste in your mouth then drop us a message, we can talk it out with you and if you’re absolutely certain you want to move on (and it isn’t just a Christmas hangover) we can open the door to many opportunities and dream employers.
You’re looking to grow your team of superstars
If anything, the rush of silly season will highlight gaps in your rota and if that’s the case we can help you to fill them pretty quickly! Our average number of days to hire is 21…
However, we wouldn’t wait until the Christmas rush is over. If you have an idea of roles to be filled in the new year, get in touch & we can help you develop them and start any initial searches. Giving you valuable time to focus on other important Christmas related things!
We can be sure your hospitality roles are top of the list when our candidates come knocking… Last year we had a 193% increase in applicants in January!
You’re ready to take to take your next step in your career and want to approach your manager with hospitality training solutions
We have our own hospitality management training solution, CLASSOF68. A range of one-off workshops and leadership programmes to help boost your career and take part in some personal development once the Christmas rush is over.
You’ve decided you need to become your people’s bestie
Christmas has shone an even brighter light on your amazing team and you want to develop and engage them further. Let’s do this together. Our consultancy will give you all the support you need to advance your stand-out talent and develop your company purpose so your people are the heart of everything.
Last words from us…
If we’re to leave you with one final piece of BFF advice… try to enjoy the Christmas rush. Radical, we know, but you get the chance to see your bestie each & every day and we’re on the other side of the phone if ever you need us!
P.S
BRITA and the Burnt Chef Project want to reward your excellent service as a result of friendship with a money-can’t-buy experience at Whatley Manor, and its Michelin-starred restaurant the Dining Room.
To enter, visit www.brita.co.uk/perfect-pairings and share the contact details of you and your hospitality work best friend – and explain your favorite thing about working together – by 11.59pm on 31st January 2023
**Research conducted with 750 people by 3GEM on behalf of BRITA Professional and the Burnt Chef Project, October 2022 unless otherwise stated.
*The Higher Education Policy Institute surveyed more than 10,000 students for its annual study.
