Do I need prior management experience?

No, the course is suitable for all hospitality professionals seeking staffing solutions.

Will I receive a certificate?

Yes, all participants receive a Course Completion Certificate.

Yes, lunch, beverages, and light snacks are provided.

Can my team register together?

Yes, team discounts are available for 3+ or 10+ registrations.

Can I reschedule if I cannot attend a date?

Yes, transfers to another session are possible with advance notice.

Will we learn practical scheduling techniques?

Yes, including hands-on exercises and real-world scenarios.

Does the workshop address labor cost reduction?

Absolutely, techniques to reduce overtime and optimize staffing are included.

Is this workshop relevant for both front and back-of-house teams?

Yes, strategies apply to all restaurant roles.

Will software tools be introduced?

Yes, popular scheduling and labor management tools will be demonstrated.

How long is the workshop?

It is 1 full day, from 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

Can I implement these strategies immediately?

Yes, the workshop provides actionable plans and templates for immediate use.

Multiple dates

Smart Scheduling for Food & Hospitality – 1 Day Training | Carrollton, TX

By Mangates

Optimize your restaurant workforce: balance labor, demand, and efficiency in 1 day, Carrollton.

Location

Regus - Carrollton, TX

Regus Office Space Ph No +1 469 666 9332 Carrollton, TX 75006

Agenda

Module 1: Understanding Restaurant Staffing Needs

• Analyzing peak hours and customer flow • Assessing staff skills and availability • Matching staffing levels to service demand • Activity: Case Study

Module 2: Scheduling Strategies & Tools

• Designing efficient weekly schedules • Using software tools to automate planning • Reducing scheduling conflicts • Activity: Role Play

Module 3: Labor Cost Management

• Monitoring labor expenses effectively • Optimizing overtime and shift coverage • Controlling cost without compromising service • Activity: Quiz

Module 4: Employee Engagement & Retention

• Improving team satisfaction through fair scheduling • Recognition and motivation strategies • Aligning staff roles with skills and preferences • Activity: Group Discussion

Module 5: Handling Last-Minute Changes

• Adjusting schedules for sudden demand changes • Flexible staffing models • Reducing disruption to operations • Activity: Scenario Planning

Module 6: Communication & Team Coordination

• Clear communication of schedules and expectations • Coordinating shifts across multiple teams • Using tools for real-time updates • Activity: Simulation

Module 7: Final Action Plan & Takeaways

• Consolidating insights into a staffing strategy • Peer review of proposed solutions • Setting KPIs for ongoing monitoring • Activity: Action Plan Exercise

Good to know

Highlights

Ages 18+
In person
Paid venue parking

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

About this event

Business • Finance

Duration: 1 Full Day (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM)

Delivery Mode: Classroom (In-Person)

Language: English

Credits: 8 PDUs / Training Hours

Certification: Course Completion Certificate

Refreshments: Lunch, beverages, and light snacks provided

Course Overview

This 1-day Carrollton workshop equips hospitality managers with practical strategies to optimize restaurant staffing and scheduling. You’ll learn to balance fluctuating customer demand with employee availability, reduce labor costs, and improve service quality. The course focuses on actionable tools and real-world techniques to enhance workforce efficiency and operational performance.

Through case studies and interactive exercises, you’ll develop strategies to forecast staffing needs, improve shift planning, and maximize team productivity. By the end, you’ll leave with a clear action plan to optimize labor and maintain excellent service standards.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

Forecast staffing requirements based on customer demand patterns.
Develop efficient scheduling strategies to reduce labor costs.
Balance employee availability with operational needs.
Apply workforce management tools to improve service quality.
Implement actionable plans for sustainable restaurant operations.

Target Audience

Restaurant managers and supervisors
Hospitality operations leaders
HR or scheduling coordinators in food service
Owners of small to medium-sized restaurants
Front-of-house and back-of-house team leads

Why This Workshop Matters for You

Are you striving to cut labor costs while keeping service quality high in your restaurant or hospitality business? This 1-day Carrollton workshop gives managers and supervisors the tools to forecast staffing needs, plan shifts effectively, and balance team availability with fluctuating customer demand.

With real-world examples, hands-on activities, and templates you can use immediately, you’ll discover how to optimize schedules, reduce overtime, and improve staff satisfaction—creating a win-win for your team and your customers.

Led by experienced hospitality professionals, the session combines practical insights with interactive exercises so you walk away with actionable strategies to streamline operations and boost profitability.

Team Enrollment Benefits:

Register 3 or more participants → 10% savings
Register 10 or more participants → 15% savings

Want to bring this Restaurant Staffing & Scheduling Strategies training directly to your team?
Our in-house training option delivers the full workshop experience at your organization. Content can be tailored to your specific market, processes, and customer base—minimizing disruption, reducing travel costs, and enabling your team to apply proven strategies for workforce efficiency, scheduling, and team coordination in a real-world environment.

📧 Contact us today to schedule a customized in-house session: corporate@mangates.com

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