Staffing Issues for Summer of 2021

[Sue Doe-Nym]

Originally Posted by SAMIAM

Very bad for two reasons this year.
The large resorts and camps in the lakes region rely on H2B
and J1 students with seasonal visas for much of their summer help and they are not getting many this year so they have to draw on the local labor pool to fill summer jobs.
Also,the enhanced unemployment benefits which are in effect through september, are causing people to just stay home and not work.
We are considering closing evenings for the summer because we just don't have enough staff to cover the shifts.
People are getting out more and it's shaping up for a big recovery this summer so it's going to be a struggle for many in the hospitality industry

How very sad. I hope that you can figure a way to stay open evenings. How about a limited buffet, using the counter where people can now be seated, and eliminating that seating....and retaining outdoor tables, perhaps adding to those? Also, continue takeout with limited menu.
Come on, everyone...let’s have some creative ideas!