HOLIDAY CHECKLIST
Christmas is one of the busiest times of the year, but even seasoned restaurants can still get caught out by the extra demand. From delivering impeccable guest experiences to supporting your team during peak hours, these tips are designed to equip your restaurant with everything it needs to turn this Christmas into the most successful and memorable yet.
Read on to find ways to maximise the Festive season and stay one step ahead:
HOLIDAY CHECKLIST
Christmas is one of the busiest times of the year, but even seasoned restaurants can still get caught out by the extra demand. From delivering impeccable guest experiences to supporting your team during peak hours, these tips are designed to equip your restaurant with everything it needs to turn this Christmas into the most successful and memorable yet.
Read on to find ways to maximise the Festive season and stay one step ahead:
HOLIDAY CHECKLIST
Christmas is one of the busiest times of the year, but even seasoned restaurants can still get caught out by the extra demand. From delivering impeccable guest experiences to supporting your team during peak hours, these tips are designed to equip your restaurant with everything it needs to turn this Christmas into the most successful and memorable yet.
Read on to find ways to maximise the Festive season and stay one step ahead:
Offer an online waitlist so guests only arrive when itโs their time to dine. Not only does an online waitlist remove congestion at the door or reception desk, but you can fill any late cancellations at the last minute.
Offer an online waitlist so guests only arrive when itโs their time to dine. Not only does an online waitlist remove congestion at the door or reception desk, but you can fill any late cancellations at the last minute.
With deposits and credit card requirements, you can encourage guests to honour their bookings by taking payment upfront. Deter no-shows with custom rules for last-minute cancellations and manage reservations so they work for you.
Create winning table combinations this Festive season and be flexible for the occasion, from larger group parties to more intimate special occasions. Get more reservations thanks to the increased flexibility of customisable floor plans.
Showcase your Festive menus on OpenTable and make changes as you see fit. Give guests the latest info, whether itโs an update to your Christmas Day menu or a special seasonal dish youโve just added.
Showcase your Festive menus on OpenTable and make changes as you see fit. Give guests the latest info, whether itโs an update to your Christmas Day menu or a special seasonal dish youโve just added.
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Review shift notes with ease and see everything from total booking numbers to special event notes and general information. Get Pre-shift Digest Emails straight to your inbox just one hour before your shift begins.
Book more private dining events this Festive season by featuring in OpenTableโs private dining and event pages. Guests can send enquiries directly, and the pages are optimised to appear at the top of Googleโs search results.
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