tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089273951617856289.post7428777197878929983..comments2023-10-31T22:22:44.116+11:00Comments on Rita's Bite: Skills shortage in hospitalityRitahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05721723151185687327noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089273951617856289.post-27596816422325830722011-11-18T08:35:29.711+11:002011-11-18T08:35:29.711+11:00So you've left the industry because of the rea...So you've left the industry because of the reasons you stated, thats cool. You cant resist a parting shot at the people who remain though which reflects some antagonism toward them,which is sad.<br />I also detect some animosity toward the people in this industry which suggests you were treated poorly. This might be the case in your situation but not all people who work in this sector should be tarred with the same brush.<br />Your comment about 'chefs wondering why they cant find good staff yet alone keep them' also betrays your contempt for them, like its their fault, bringing into question their work practices and this is a gross generalisation you are inferring. The simple truth is that hospitality work is a difficult job and is not for everyone but seeking to apportion blame on individuals who not only have chosen this career but are also probably just trying to do their best in challenging situations is small minded and unjust. Blaming individuals for the particular stresses that the hospitality environment creates is missing the point but is not surprising as those that seek to do so often need to point the finger in order to make themselves feel better about the choices they make.<br />Some of us still love this industry, enjoy the work and relish providing service and there's nothing wrong with thatAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089273951617856289.post-52401746116634006522011-11-17T17:12:51.755+11:002011-11-17T17:12:51.755+11:00Same boat as anon above. Left the industry and don...Same boat as anon above. Left the industry and don't miss it a single bit. I do far more important things with far less abuse, far more friendly hours and far better pay. I wonder how many chefs have ever thought why they can't find good staff, let alone keep them....<br /><br />Expecting the following retorts:<br /><br />"You're a sook anon." <br />"Go back to your water cooler."<br />"Just because you couldn't cut it"<br /><br />amongst others....Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089273951617856289.post-63422280215893290152011-11-11T10:44:02.142+11:002011-11-11T10:44:02.142+11:00Poor money, poor hours, poor treatment = poor life...Poor money, poor hours, poor treatment = poor lifestyle. I have recently left the industry after many, many years and I don't miss it a bit. There is life beyond it and it is an employees market.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089273951617856289.post-26297875877779140152011-11-07T13:16:12.482+11:002011-11-07T13:16:12.482+11:00Excellent point Anon 12.44 (above). I need to get ...Excellent point Anon 12.44 (above). I need to get along to the 3 you mentioned to ensure my knowledge of their product is current. Coincidentally, just today I have been organising to meet some friends at one of those three restaurants.<br />When I've dined there, if they answer my criteria, I will most definitely add them to the listing.<br />BTW - that list is just to assist the occasional diner-outers who are in a total state of bewilderment when faced with the choice of where to go. I am repeatedly asked for recommendations on where someone should go out to eat, via email, so figured this might save some from having to email me.Ritahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05721723151185687327noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089273951617856289.post-29901372812890733232011-11-07T12:44:57.345+11:002011-11-07T12:44:57.345+11:00just looking at the recommendations for places in ...just looking at the recommendations for places in hobart that are reliable, is home hill really a better option than smolt, garagistes or the source? just saying....Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089273951617856289.post-49797214486547283952011-11-06T22:18:22.202+11:002011-11-06T22:18:22.202+11:00the fact that most teenage staff own the latest i ...the fact that most teenage staff own the latest i phone might point to the fact that they're being paid too much when they have no experience and no skills.<br />the best training is work and is it not better to get paid something to learn than pay to learn nothing?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089273951617856289.post-88404606148457496232011-11-06T08:27:05.811+11:002011-11-06T08:27:05.811+11:00Too many cafes alright and most of them are not ve...Too many cafes alright and most of them are not very goodAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089273951617856289.post-3226378510835826932011-11-05T15:25:20.527+11:002011-11-05T15:25:20.527+11:00Perhaps there is a large number of cafes up for sa...Perhaps there is a large number of cafes up for sale as a result of the unbalenced hobart cafe/population ratio. With some excilent new places opening and some favorites maintaining an excilent product, any places that arn't up to sctrach or even just a bit tired will fall by the wayside.<br />These days people know they have a choice and are willing to travle to get the best, ie RVL,Possom shed. Perhaps this is a wake up call to anyone looking to start/buy a cafe, any old shit wont do!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089273951617856289.post-79494162854489746082011-11-05T11:34:40.696+11:002011-11-05T11:34:40.696+11:00For sale:
Criterion cafe
Cafe Kara
Next door cafe
...For sale:<br />Criterion cafe<br />Cafe Kara<br />Next door cafe<br />Oomph<br />Taroona pizza lounge<br />Cafe next to Medicare in Collins St<br />Mondos bakery Sth Hobart<br />Portobello Rd.<br />Boathouse restaurant<br />Amalfi centrepoint<br />Former AWOL cafeAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089273951617856289.post-64324275778959349152011-11-05T06:48:04.735+11:002011-11-05T06:48:04.735+11:00I predict that many operators will call it a day f...I predict that many operators will call it a day faced with staff shortages, rising costs, punishing penalty rates and declining consumer sentiment. Tassie with be profoundly affected. Look at how many hospo bus are for sale right nowAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089273951617856289.post-56402435677065550542011-11-04T17:45:14.094+11:002011-11-04T17:45:14.094+11:00Just wondering if the low pay and long hours issue...Just wondering if the low pay and long hours issue was addressed at all? When skilled staff can earn the same or more money working less hours at more family feindly times in a relativly unskilled job its no wonder there is a shortage of staff.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089273951617856289.post-23263543792936880562011-11-04T16:01:36.308+11:002011-11-04T16:01:36.308+11:00so its all about the workers and not about the pro...so its all about the workers and not about the product?<br />sorry maam, I cant sell that to you cause its my meal break and there's no-one else to look after you. sales down, productivity down, business optimism downAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com