Hotel food and beverage (F&B), like all of lodging, adjusted to the changes in operations over the last several years. Hotel F&B outlets have closed, or modified their menus and operating hours, adjusted their staffing and or dealt with labor shortages and increasing prices for F&B supplies. F&B outlets have adopted take out and sometimes participated in delivery options. The emphasis across the board also appears to be focused on casual settings and much fewer fine dining options. This article will discuss adaptations and changes in hotel food and beverage and new options and innovations in food service. READ MORE

Hospitality has taken a severe beating over the past couple of years. Now, as we get deeper into the post-pandemic era, travel and tourism facilities are discovering new ways to implement the learnings from COVID-19. Outsourcing and the adoption of new technology in food and beverage (F&B) operations are two methods by which hotels and restaurants can overcome some of the challenges facing them, while also achieving significant savings and profitability. READ MORE

With sustainability as a popular topic in the food and beverage industry, seed-to-table dining initiatives are on the rise. Seed-to-table dining means a food and beverage program utilizes an on-site or nearby garden to source their ingredients. Led by Executive Chef Adam Haverland, the JW Marriott, Anaheim Resort's food and beverage program utilizes their onsite garden for ingredients in their F&B program. READ MORE

Food service operators have always been resilient, and hotel food and beverage service is no exception. The COVID-19 pandemic was one of the greatest challenges for food service operations in living memory for hotel and food service operators, adapted their practices accordingly. As the recovery is underway, which pandemic food and beverage service practices should remain, and which should be discontinued? READ MORE

The pandemic has led to massive changes for hotel food and beverage spaces, from new protocols to a shift in expectations from guests, hoteliers have been left to create quick and innovative solutions. Over the last year-plus, F&B leaders have developed new menu offerings, better beverage programs, and have developed ways to circumvent hiring shortages. READ MORE

At Eat.Drink.Sleep., careful consideration of the guest's perspective provides new answers to Food & Beverage challenges. Today's Hotel F&B operators must understand and respond to guest expectations, both systematically and in the moment, to successfully balance expectations with operational realities. Great hospitality is provided by individuals and supported by technology. READ MORE

While Margaritaville Hotel Nashville has always provided a paradise-like experience, the COVID-19 pandemic compelled us to become even more of an urban oasis for our guests. Our staff has found creative ways to customize meetings and events, bounce back from shortages by utilizing local food vendors and stay flexible according to the changing needs of our clients and guests. READ MORE

The COVID-19 pandemic of the past few years was an exceedingly challenging time for food and beverage programs in the hotel industry - especially for brand-new properties like The Clancy in San Francisco's SoMa neighborhood. But the innovative hotel managed to find creative ways to survive - and thrive - during this unusual era. READ MORE

Daxton Hotel's Executive Chef Rece Hogerheide shares his insight on some of the challenges for hotels and restaurants coming out of the COVID-19 pandemic. He touches upon the supply chain and food shortages; the ongoing labor shortage across the industry; and how we as an industry can reintroduce our guests back to the experience that is dining out. READ MORE

The food and beverage industry has endured an unprecedented couple of years, and "new normal" seems to be an ever-evolving term. However, through staffing best practices and new technologies, many hospitality companies have learned to navigate these changes and enjoy success. READ MORE

President Jorgan von Stiening of Palisociety, one of the leading boutique hospitality brands in the country, shares how they embraced the pandemic-forced pivots that impacted their F&B business and used them to move into a new chapter of growth, stability, and forward-thinking momentum with a keen eye on the experience for guests, employees, and the brand as a whole. READ MORE

Five-star service is no longer the exclusive domain of luxury properties. Today's traveler expects exceptional service without excuses and without compromise. Resorts must take advantage of modern mobile F&B POS solutions that breathe new life into legacy systems and reach the guest wherever they want to be on property. Improved service at your most coveted outdoor venues – the pool, the beach, the golf course and your outdoor event spaces – not only grows your revenue, but it can also help you retain your most talented staff members as your guests' delight results in higher tips for your team. READ MORE

Hotel food and beverage teams are taking several lessons with them to usher in a new era of service following the pandemic: the need to address strong demand for personalized dining services, the staying power of in-room dining amenities, the importance and desire for guest-staff interactions, and the value in supporting local producers. READ MORE

Rebuilding with resilience includes committing to developing Cultural Intelligence. I resist the notion that it's "nice to have." Our employees and our guests have had two years for deep reflection. They are basing decisions on personal values and are not putting up with environments where they feel excluded or misunderstood. Cultural Intelligence in hospitality is a new core competency. READ MORE

From COVID-19 to tense foreign affairs communities and industries across the globe are reeling as we emerge from prevailing crisis. In the food and beverage industry, owners have navigated shutdowns that, in some cases, completely halted business. Drawing from global partners and a dedicated food and beverage team, our team at Valor has identified key learnings while navigating the labor shortage. READ MORE

Hotel food and beverage operations were hit hard during COVID due to limited capacity rules, which significantly impacted sales and revenue. As we emerge from the worst effects of the pandemic, Americans are once again making reservations, and the sector is well on a path to full recovery. Moreover, external patrons have rediscovered the excitement of dining at hotel restaurants and bars. The hotel industry must now reexamine and re-imagine its approach to food and beverage to navigate inflation, labor shortages, and changing customer expectations. READ MORE

The return of guests to the hotel industry is cause for both celebration and concern for F&B departments as they struggle to overcome the challenges raised by workforce shortages. However, by turning to new technologies and approaches to human capital management, F&B managers can sidestep such issues standing in the way of running a successful business that serves the needs of both guests and employees. READ MORE

When The Schoolhouse Hotel opened its doors in White Sulphur Springs, WV, in May 2022, it marked not only the launch of the area's first boutique hospitality property and the first all-ADA compliant hotel in the world, but the staff also faced a post-pandemic climate in which every aspect of hospitality, food and beverage was impacted. READ MORE

Hoteliers must think differently about food and beverage concepts and operations in the wake of the pandemic to ensure recovery. In addition to rebuilding trust with guests and diners, it is imperative to embrace creativity and big, bold ideas to unlock the true potential of F&B concepts as a necessary hotel amenity and an essential fixture within communities they serve. READ MORE

Restaurants that can successfully lay the foundation of their localized marketing strategy have a leg up on driving customers, covers, and revenue. Limited resources and complexity in the consumer journey are the challenges facing restaurants of all shapes and sizes. The ones who rise to the challenge, who can solve these challenges better, faster, and cheaper than the competition, create their own competitive advantage. READ MORE

The continuing shift in the economy is driving new revenue opportunities for hotels. The evolving guest profile and their dynamic preferences are causing hoteliers to re-imagine the spaces on property to drive incremental profits. Lobby markets are emerging as an important extension of a hotel's food-and-beverage program, increasing relevance to the guests and profitability for the property, management company and owners. READ MORE

With the immediate crisis of the COVID-19 pandemic in our rear-view mirror, the hospitality industry is adapting to a new normal. While many of pandemic-era industry best practices have dwindled, some have proven valuable and continue to remain as common procedures; however, through the last two years, the one constant throughout the hospitality industry has undeniably been the remarkable resiliency. READ MORE

Before the pandemic, hotel pantries and marketplaces offered F&B flexibility and convenience for guests. Due to the current labor challenges in the hospitality industry, in addition to the increased demands of consumer travel, these self-serve marketplaces provide ongoing F&B opportunities for hoteliers. From small to large properties, guest facing F&B pantries and marketplaces bring convenience and personal touches, enhancing the customer experience. READ MORE

Live! Casino & Hotel Maryland, like much of the hospitality industry, faced unprecedented challenges in 2020 due to the pandemic. As the F&B Director for the top tourist destination in the state, Brian Fountain worked with his team, across the property's departments, and with Team Members and guests to navigate the changing landscape. Now, two years later, he shares lessons learned and innovations implemented. READ MORE

EOS Hospitality's Vice President of Food & Beverage, Albert Rothman, shines a light on the need for thoughtful design in hospitality workplaces. He examines how physical challenges to the workplace create hardship for employees and how the industry would be better served to prioritize them in the design phase. Rothman champions the idea of considering the employee experience, from day one. READ MORE

In the wake of the devastation that disrupted all operations aspects, the hotel food & beverage industry proceeds with cautious optimism as it re-emerges from the pandemic's darker days, bringing lessons learned from challenges faced and integrating them into current operations. Challenges remain, including persistent labor shortages, scrupulous sanitation standards and recent global food shortages caused by the Russia-Ukraine war. READ MORE