Opinion
Has Wahaca’s 'walk-out policy’ damaged years of positive hospitality jobs PR?
A reputation can take years to build and a matter of minutes to destroy; a phrase that was sadly demonstrated this week.
Archives for June 18, 2019
Pub loses 75% of sales after fire rips through nearby hotel
A Greene King pub in Middlesbrough lost roughly 75% of its weekly takings following a fire at a nearby deserted hotel, which is also believed to have spread asbestos in the immediate area.
Publicans ‘can slash 75% off wastage with beer dispenser’
Heineken’s beer dispenser claims to cut wastage by 75%, saving licensees about 12,000 pints of water a year and delivering the ‘perfect pint’ at the correct temperature every time.
Pub comes to Lincoln flood victims’ aid
Victims of a flood caused by torrential rain in Wainfleet, Lincoln, are being supported by local pub the Woolpack Hotel after many residents were driven out of their homes.
Kellogg's cereal beer set to launch across the on-trade
Cereal giant Kellogg’s has announced that its beer, which is made from waste cereal, will be rolled out across pubs and bars throughout the UK.
Magners Irish Cider introduces Magners Rosé to the UK on-trade
Magners Irish Cider has introduced Magners Rosé – available to the on-trade in July.
Tired of queuing at the bar? This pub is way ahead of the game
A savvy pub has opened a special beer lane to quench the thirst of its punters without having to queue at the bar.
Pub staff raise £680k for cancer charity in just one month
Staff at Greene King pubs have raised well over half-a-million pounds for a cancer charity in a month after teams organised swimathons, long distance cycle rides and music festivals.
Making staff pay for walk outs is ‘diabolical’
Pub operators have voiced their upset at recent news about a restaurant group reportedly making wait staff pay part of customers’ bill who walked out without paying.
Tory leadership election: the candidates’ recent records on pubs
Ahead of a series of ballots on the leadership of the Conservative Party this week, we take a closer look at each of the candidates vying to become the next Prime Minister and their track record on pubs.
CAMRA extends ale discount voucher beyond JDW
CAMRA is extending its voucher system, which offers its members discounts on real ale, to more than 600 additional pubs this summer.
Strongbow dual tap rolled out across the on-trade
Strongbow is rolling out its new dual font to pubs and bars nationwide – claiming it could boost cider sales by 44%.
Half of teens would not consider a career in hospitality
More than half (53%) of 16 to 20-year-olds would not consider a career in hospitality according to new research.
Vianet boss leaves to become BII chief
The British Institute of Innkeeping (BII) has appointed current managing director (MD) of Vianet Steven Alton, as its new chief operating officer, progressing to chief executive officer in due course.
Slur on pub snacks research is ‘unbelievable’
Disgruntled operators have slammed recent YouGov figures claiming pub snacks are Brits’ least favourite food.