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Green Shoots in Hospitality Shine as Staffing “Headcount” Finally Grows
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Staffing headcounts in the hospitality sector are finally beginning to grow and more hours being worked, according to the latest figures from software provider Fourth. For the first time since the outbreak of the pandemic, all sectors within hospitality saw staff headcount increase in October, compared to last year. The analysis also reveals how rising wages are placing increasing pressure on pub and restaurant operators.
some 18% down on the same period two years ago. Last month a survey revealed that one in six (16%) hospitality jobs were vacant, triggering intense competition among firms to recruit and retain team members. The poll highlighted the sectors mounting labour crisis, with 96% of business leaders now envisaging shortages in either front or back of house roles, and nearly three quarters (73%) in both.
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However, the labour shortage is still evident with overall industry staffing levels
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