Donagh Davern: Young workers could be the solution to hospitality staff shortages

There is no doubt that changing the mindset of young people towards the sector is  a key focus for hospitality providers in their efforts to curb the staff crisis they face

Covid changed hospitality irrevocably, with many in this industry re-evaluating their work-life balance and switching to industries which operate during day-time hours without weekend operations. Picture: iStock

With Ireland’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate reaching a record low of 3.9% in April, there is no doubt that staff shortages will continue to be a major concern for the hospitality sector.

As trade reverts to pre-pandemic levels, more staff are needed to satisfy the increasing needs of the sector. But covid changed hospitality irrevocably, with many in this industry re-evaluating their work-life balance and switching to industries which operate during day-time hours without weekend operations.