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Career Advice, Management Tips & Industry NewsThe best resource for the latest in restaurants, retail and hospitality. From career advancement and HR to news and trends, find it on the Sirvo blog.
Denver Ranked #1 Place For Business and Careers, and Sirvo is Proof
Stephanie Maxwell talks Sirvo and what it's like to start a business in Denver, named El Jefe onForbes list of Best Places for Business and Careers. To get the inside info on what makes Denver's business climate the best in the country, local news channel 7 visited...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Sirvo Wins ‘Best New Startup’ at Denver Beta
Meet the new app that beat out Techstars darlings to win it all. DENVER, Colorado (Thursday, July 23rd, 2015) - Sirvo, a new hiring app is the latest in tech startups to win the title of ‘Best New Startup’ at the Denver Beta Inaugural Event last Thursday, July 16th,...
Why Sirvo is the Place to Find Jobs and Hire in the Service Industry
The service industry employs 30.7 million people nationwide. That's 1 in every 10! And, since the service industry is the "fastest growing sector in terms of the number of people employed", that's a stat that's on the rise. But there’s a problem that’s also on the...
Feature update: July 10th, 2015
App fixes and updates: • Candidate - resume fixes • Notification fixes • Candidate - education and experience now organized by date • Social link fixes • Breadcrumb fixes • On mobile - profile photo in menu not displaying • New setup for compensation section in job...
Don’t Let Food Allergies Drive Customers From Your Restaurant
With more than 250 food allergens identified, and 15 million Americans diagnosed with food allergies, it's no small task ensuring your restaurant's food safety protocols are up to par, a must if the hope is to continue serving this large market. To help those dealing...
July in Colorado: The #HitList
What to hit up in Colorado during July. You won't want to miss anything on our #HitList. Cherry Creek Arts Festival When: July 3-5, starting at 10 am. Where: Cherry Creek North, from 2nd to 3rd Avenues between Columbine St. and Steele St. What: The signature...
Restaurant Employees Cheated Out Of Money and Rights
Pilot study published by the Center on Policy Initiatives and San Diego State University uncovers wage theft, discrimination, and break violations among restaurants in San Diego County. "Overwhelming numbers of restaurant workers reported they had been cheated out of...
How Strong Is My Cocktail?
Ever wondered how much alcohol is in the cocktail you just made, or drank? Use this simple formula to calculate cocktail proof. ( alcohol content × liquor volume ⁄ total drink volume ) × 100= % of alcohol by volume or cocktail proof The measurements needed:...
5 Reasons to Find a Job This Summer
You've probably seen quite a few Now Hiring signs since summer started, and whether you're looking for a summer gig or something more permanent, here's why you need to capitalize ASAP. Employment on the rise. The job market isn't as bleak as it was once was with job...
June in Colorado: Festivals, Events and #ShitToHit
Summer is here! And so is our #ShitToHit for June in Colorado. Enjoy! Charc Week Denver: June 1-6 Not to be confused with Discovery Channel’s shark week, this weeklong celebration is all about the art of Charcuterie. Masters of the craft from Colt & Gray,...
Secret Menu Items at Chipotle, Starbucks, and More
For the days when the standard menu just won’t do, here are a few secret menu items at your go-to spots that your taste buds may find a bit more inspiring. Chipotle Burritodilla: The best of both worlds with about half of a regular Chipotle burrito’s fillings...
Weirdest Interview Questions of 2015 and the Reason They’re Asked
Don't get caught with your pants down; the top 10 oddball interview questions for 2015 plus the intention behind each according to Glassdoor and their associate director of corporate communications, Scott Dobroski. “What would you do if you were the one survivor in a...
GMO Foods Explained by Bill Nye
Genetically modified foods have been a hot topic as of late, from Chipotle’s GMO ban to the widespread call for GMO labeling and restrictions. While some may have all their GMO facts straight, for those who don’t, get in the know with Bill Nye The Science Guy....
How To Respond To Negative Comments On Yelp (And The Like)
Restaurants are often targets for online critics, so if you’ve gotten zinged by an unfavorable post or two on Yelp or another review site, you’re not alone. Some things can't be helped, but how you handle the negativity isn't one of them. Here’s a game plan for...
Six Signs It’s Time For A New Job
Deciding whether or not it’s time to find a new job can be confusing. It’s difficult cutting ties when you’re unsure how far the fall is, however if one or two of these six signs ring true for you, it may be time to take that leap of faith and start searching for new...
Congrats to Linger on ‘Restaurant Bar of the Year’
Linger Eataury, the latest Denver dining establishment to be nationally recognized for its awesomeness, was named 2015 Restaurant Bar of the Year by Nightclub & Bar Media Group earlier this month, and rightly so! The annual Nightclub & Bar Awards, established...
Date Your Server: Succeed Where Countless Others Have Failed
If you’re one of the many that has laid their heart on the line for a date with their server only to be shot down, fear not because those days are dead and gone. Here to assist in romancing your service industry crush are a few guiding principles, that if followed...
The Benefits of Coffee Beyond the Energy Boost
The universal sign for work- coffee. Be it physical, formal, collaborative, or leisurely, there is coffee to be consumed, often multiple times per day and on occasion free of charge. Even electing a new pope requires the diverse drink, The reason why? Well, energy of...
What To Eat On The Plane From Those Who Know Best
Airline food can be hit or miss nowadays. And with sky high prices (pun intended), making a good choice is necessary. Here to help are the top foods on 9 major airlines chosen by the professionals that also know the airplane as their office. United Airlines Thai...
Achieve a Balanced Life, Simply
In a society that lives by the words, “never leave till tomorrow that which you can do today” and in which we are all just an email, phone call, or text message away from the work crisis of the hour, not to mention, in most cases having a virtual office at your...
The best resource for the latest in restaurants, retail and hospitality. From career advancement and HR to news and trends, find it on the Sirvo blog.
Culinary School: Worth the Cash or Not So Much
If you’re thinking about becoming a chef then you’re probably considering culinary school, but does it make sense? Better find out before signing the check!
Training Hacks: Developing an Effective Training Process
In order to train new hires efficiently and effectively, a comprehensive training process is a must. Here are all the basics for laying down the groundwork.
4 Reasons a Social Media Strategy is Vital to Your Restaurant
Taking a strategic approach to social media can significantly grow your restaurant’s awareness. Not a believer? These 4 reasons will open your eyes.
The Best Line Cooks Have These ‘Set Shifting’ Traits
Forget multi-tasking. These days, it’s all about ‘set shifting’ and the best line cooks have clearly mastered this technique. Just look at these traits!
Training Hacks: Materials and Resources Essential for New Hires
One of the most important aspects of a successful training system is always having these important resources and materials ready to go for new hires.