The hospitality staffing crisis

<p>On the podcast today we examine the staffing crisis affecting hospitality businesses globally and the impact Covid-19 and Brexit has had on the hiring landscape. </p><p>In conversations with trade representatives and leading operators from London and New York, we explore the long-term challenges of developing meaningful careers within the hospitality space and solutions for attracting and retaining the brightest talent.</p><p>Tony Sophoclides, Strategic Affairs Director for the trade association <a href="https://www.ukhospitality.org.uk/">UKHospitality</a>, provides a macro overview on the current staff shortages felt across the UK.</p><p>Jessica Worden, Head of Coffee, <a href="https://gailsbread.co.uk/">GAIL’s</a>, highlights the importance of being clear about your values and hiring people who embrace your vision.</p><p>Jonathan Rubinstein, CEO, <a href="https://joecoffeecompany.com/">Joe Coffee</a>, shares how his company navigated the sudden impact of Covid-19 and the staff shortages experienced on re-opening.</p><p>We also hear from Freddie Speed, a restaurant general manager who has recently taken a pause from the industry, who gives insight on why a number of hospitality professionals are now considering alternative careers. </p><p>Credits music: <a href="https://abriellescharff.bandcamp.com/track/new-york-makes-me-cry">New York Makes Me Cry</a> by Abrielle Scharff, a former finalist for the <a href="https://www.coffeemusicproject.com/">Coffee Music Project NYC</a>.</p><p>Get in touch and tell us what topics you'd like to hear by visiting <a href="https://www.worldcoffeeportal.com/5THWAVE/Podcast">www.worldcoffeeportal.com/5THWAVE/Podcast </a></p>