Why We Stay

In an industry with an annual employee turnover rate of 74%, what makes some workers decide to stick around for years, or even decades? This is Why We Stay, a regular interview series with longtime staffers that aims to answer this question by learning from those who are living it. Find inspiration from their stories to enhance your company culture and boost retention in your restaurant.


Why We Stay

Ron Gelbard: 30 Years of Leadership at Peter Luger Steak House

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Why We Stay

Aurelija Sovaite: 10 Years of Delivering Hospitality with Harts Group

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Alejandra Garcia smiles in front of garden

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Alejandra Garcia: 10 Years in the Kitchen at Rosemary’s

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Dennis Mullally stands in front of Anton's in New York City

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Dennis Mullally: 50 Years Serving New York City

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Oscar Hernandez at Tacombi, New York City

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Oscar Hernandez: 13 Years in the Kitchen at Tacombi

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Rachel Wilson holds a bottle of wine and two wine glasses

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Rachel Wilson: 11 Years Serving at 1618 West

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Luke Buchanan at Poole's Diner

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Luke Buchanan: 15 Years Behind the Bar at Poole’s Diner

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