Restaurant Industry Trends & Insights
In the dynamic landscape of the restaurant industry, staying informed about the latest trends and insights is paramount to success. 7shifts provides a comprehensive collection of data, studies, and reports focused on the restaurant industry in the United States and Canada. From templates to case studies, videos, and guides, this repository serves as a goldmine of information for restaurant owners, managers, and industry enthusiasts alike.
Data Studies and Reports
One of the invaluable resources offered by 7shifts is the 'What Restaurant Employees Want' report, a free 2024 report that delves into the minds of 1,500 active restaurant employees. By exploring what fulfills these employees most about their work in the restaurant industry, this report provides crucial insights for improving staff satisfaction and retention. Additionally, the 'Restaurant Employee Turnover by City and State + Restaurant Retention Playbook' offers insights into staff retention averages by location, accompanied by practical tips to prevent turnover and foster employee loyalty.
Insights into Industry Trends
Fast Casual Restaurant Trends are also a focus, providing valuable information on sales and labor trends for fast-casual and QSR restaurants in 2022. By understanding these trends, restaurant operators can optimize their operations to capitalize on emerging opportunities. Furthermore, 7shifts analyzes how shifts have evolved in the restaurant industry from 2019 to 2021, shedding light on the impact of labor shortages and changes in shift scheduling practices.
Employee Engagement and Retention Strategies
The 'Great Resignation' insights, based on a survey of over 3,700 restaurant employees, reveal what employees are seeking from their employers to stay engaged in the industry. This valuable information helps restaurateurs tailor their management strategies to meet employee expectations, ultimately fostering a more motivated and loyal workforce. Moreover, insights on restaurant inflation and its industry impact offer practical steps for owners and managers to mitigate the effects of inflation on their businesses.
About the Data
7shifts' data is derived from over 700,000 anonymized users working in 30,000+ restaurant locations across North America. This extensive dataset provides a robust foundation for the insights and reports offered by 7shifts, ensuring that the information is relevant, accurate, and reflective of industry trends. Additionally, the platform offers a variety of other resources such as restaurant guides, PDFs, Excel templates, management courses, and a podcast, catering to the diverse needs of restaurant professionals.
Empowering Restaurant Businesses
By providing in-depth analyses, actionable insights, and valuable resources, 7shifts empowers restaurant businesses to navigate challenges, optimize operations, and drive growth. Whether it's improving employee engagement, reducing turnover, or staying abreast of industry trends, 7shifts equips restaurant owners and managers with the tools and knowledge needed to succeed in a competitive and evolving industry.