July 14, 2022 · Team HG
Ordering in sign language, an increase in gun ownership in nightlife, no smoking at McDonald's anymore, D’olle Grieze locked down, modern tipping? What has happened in the Groningen hospitality industry this week? You can read all about it here.
If the crowdfunding project is successful, you will be able to order a beer in sign language at Café Luhu starting this autumn. Luhu will open in the clubhouse for the deaf on Munnekeholm in the city and will also serve as a training company. To keep it accessible, you can of course order in various ways. Participate in the crowdfunding.
Various security companies providing security in Groningen's nightlife report an increase in weapon possession. Age plays a decisive role in this. The nightlife crowd has become more aggressive than a few years ago, and young people carry smaller weapons more frequently, particularly knives. This weapon possession among young people occurs across all segments of the population.
Fast food chain McDonald’s is set to become the first major hospitality establishment in the Netherlands to make all its terraces smoke-free. Starting at the end of this summer, smoking will no longer be permitted on terraces or in front of the doors in Groningen, among other locations. With this step, the chain offers a smoke-free working environment for its employees and a terrace where everyone can enjoy their meal in a smoke-free environment.
The Municipality of Groningen is closing Café D’olle Grieze on Haddingestraat for a period of at least three months. This closure stems in part from an investigation into drug-related nuisance and dealing, culminating in the tragic street shooting last weekend in which a 50-year-old man from Leeuwarden was killed and several others were injured.
The hospitality industry has been noticing it for some time: tips are declining. According to research by *één vandaag*, this trend has accelerated due to the increasing staff shortage. Less manpower, and therefore less service, affects tips, and because prices have risen, guests are scrutinizing service more critically. In addition, a general shift in norms is taking place, with people looking for reasons to tip less in order to compensate for price increases. Therefore, there is still much to be gained from providing good service.
Until the next flash!
