I have definitely been ignoring my blog this summer. This is one the most challenging summers we've had in our quest for good employees. Every summer we have been able to bring seasonal workers from Jamaica for six months on an HB2 visa, but this year our government would not pass legislation to allow returning employees after the cap was reached in January. Being an election year, no one wanted to make a decision. This has had a very negative impact on the Cape and the business who were used to having the same experience help return every year. Our employees lived on property, worked hard, had a positive attitude, and were like family.
This year we are using the summer help on a J1 visa mainly from Eastern Europe. One young lady is in medical student, another young man swam in the Olympics in Greece. They are wonderful students but only here for two months. Training has been a challenge and the turnover high. As much as I love summer, I haven't had much of chance to enjoy it.
On a positive note, our customers won't be able to see the difference for a few dedicated employees are working harder than ever to help us so that our property shines and all our customers needs are met. I have an ad in the help-wanted again this week so wish me good luck. We are now looking for a qualified executive housekeeper so that I can give up that title!
Voula
Voula
This blog was designed by the Tidewater Inn in West Yarmouth as a way of keeping our guests and potential visitors to Cape Cod informed of events,activities, and specials and a way to share the beauty and uniqueness of the Cape.
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