Darren Denington

Darren DenningtonDarren Denington is the founder of Service With Style Hospitality Group, a hospitality firm offering secret shopping, restaurant coaching and team training services. Darren has over 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry and has an extensive background as a Food and Beverage Director, Executive Chef, General Manager, Restaurant Owner, Staff Trainer and Consultant.



Articles

Public Content 5 Leadership Traits for a Successful Restaurant Business

Mar 6, 2023

Leadership is not a position, it's an action. Darren shares five tips for your team.

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Public Content Restaurant Management Training Insights

Dec 20, 2022

Great conversation with Alison & Darren about their new Restaurant Management 201 Program.

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Public Content Two Minutes on Getting Preshift Right at Your Restaurant

Nov 3, 2022

Preshift meetings are a big opportunity to boost service levels. Here's how to get it right.

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Public Content Three Integral Practices for Great Service

Oct 4, 2022

Darren shares easily attainable steps to help create a positive work environment and encourage repeat business.

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Public Content Why Customers Do Not Return

Jul 6, 2022

A quick look at why customers don't return and what you can do about it.

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Member Content Quick Tips: Better Customer Service in 15 Seconds

Apr 19, 2022

15 seconds can go a long way if your staff is trained on how to serve your guests and you provide the proper work environment so your team enjoys the job.

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Member Content 7 Steps to Your Restaurant's Comeback

Apr 29, 2020

A comprehensive look at the various components of your restaurant's business.

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Member Content Two Minutes of Advice for Your Restaurant's Host or Hostess

Feb 1, 2019

We all know what they say about first impressions. Well it certainly holds true in your restaurant.

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Member Content Best Advice I've Ever Received: Darren Denington

Nov 11, 2018

The key quote in this tells a story that's applicable for absolutely everyone.

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Member Content Is Restaurant Service Broken?

Sep 14, 2018

I get a little peeved about the service I've been receiving. Can it get better?

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Member Content Two Minutes of Advice to a New Restaurant Owner

Jul 18, 2018

Three important areas to get right for a new (or any) operator.

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Member Content Using Specials to Boost Sales & Profits

Jul 1, 2018

How to use specials to both be creative and boost profits.

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Member Content Secrets Inside Your Restaurant Biz

Feb 27, 2018

Absolute killer content for you to improve your restaurant business. A must listen...

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Member Content Four Ways to Make the Pricing Wars Work for Your Restaurant

May 21, 2015
The concept behind discounts is to bring in extra people to try your establishment. But it can be costly. Darren shares tips on making pricing work for your restaurant to build repeat business.

Member Content Problem or Solution?

Oct 7, 2014
It's a mindset and a leadership challenge. Darren shares a story...

Member Content Restaurant Service that Increases Sales - Audio Seminar

Jun 29, 2013
Specifically developed for independents and small restaurant groups, this session will help you obtain a clear understanding of what your guests are looking for in today's restaurant service and how to implement service techniques that will build sales for years to come.
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