

The hospitality sector is at a crossroads. With 79,000 vacancies, rising wage pressures, and record churn rates, the industry is under immense strain. But alongside these challenges come new opportunities to reshape recruitment and retention.
In our latest Whitepaper, we explore:
- Why hospitality is struggling with record vacancies and how older workers are reshaping the talent pool, supported by exclusive Bar2 data on churn and retention trends.
- The impact of rising minimum wage and NIC changes on workforce strategies, with insights into how employers are adapting pay, hiring, and compliance.
- How AI, automation, and digital ordering are transforming the guest experience — and workforce needs.
- Exclusive Bar2 workforce data showing generational differences in tenure and pay, helping you benchmark your own recruitment and retention challenges.
Why it's a must-read for you:
✅ Learn how to reduce churn and strengthen retention with practical, data-driven strategies.
✅ Discover how to balance rising costs with workforce stability and compliance.
✅ Gain insight into the biggest risks and opportunities facing hospitality leaders in 2025 and beyond.
✅ Benchmark your organisation against exclusive industry data from Bar2, not available anywhere else.
👉 Download your free copy of the report today to discover key insights, real data trends, and practical strategies shaping the future of UK’s Hospitality industry.

What leaders say about Bar2 Whitepapers:
"A truly impactful read. The whitepaper sparked some incredibly thought-provoking discussions within our team—conversations that had never been openly explored before. It provided invaluable food for thought, prompting deep reflection on our value as a company.”
— Nick Campbell, Managing Director, Driver Provider UK