78: How to Attract and Retain Gen Z Talent in the Food Industry

Struggling to hire and keep Gen Z employees? You're not alone. This generation thinks differently about work—and if you're not adapting, you're losing talent. Hiring and retaining Gen Z employees is one of the biggest challenges facing restaurant and hospitality leaders today. In this episode, Alex Taylor, Area Manager, shares her proven strategies for building a motivated and engaged Gen Z workforce. With years of hospitality experience and a people-first leadership style, Alex has cracked the code on attracting young talent, reducing turnover, and fostering a thriving team culture. At the same time, operational efficiency plays a huge role in employee satisfaction. No one wants to work in a disorganized or unsafe environment. Restaurant Technologies helps restaurants streamline back-of-house operations—like automated oil management—so teams can focus on service, not stressful kitchen tasks. Tune in to learn: ✅ How to make genuine connections during the hiring process to attract top Gen Z talent ✅ The secret to maintaining a steady pipeline of seasonal employees ✅ Why one-on-one meetings are essential for engagement and retention ✅ How to build a strong team culture that encourages referrals and long-term commitment ✅ Ways to help Gen Z employees see value in their roles—even if they view them as temporary If you're struggling to hire and keep younger employees, this episode is packed with actionable insights you can implement right away! #GenZWorkforce #RestaurantLeadership #HiringTips #Totaloilmanagement #Restauranttechnologies P.S. Ready to take your restaurant to the next level?  Get the Independent Restaurant Framework that's helped countless owners build thriving multi-location brands. Grab your copy at https://www.IRFbook.com Here is my calendar link so you can book time with me:  https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/bookings/christin-marvin-personal-calendar-r1jjarmnw Podcast Production: https://www.lconnorvoice.com/