Tie a napkin 'round your neck and be our guest to check out this platter of food & beverage roles! If you’re curious about how much employees in these kind of roles earn on average, you’ve come to the right place. Here are 10 food & beverage jobs worth looking at. We've included the average entry-level salaries and ranges based on Salary.com data. 1) Food Scientist Average: $70,062 Salary Range: $56,113-$85,303 What you’ll do: Apply scientific and engineering principles in research, development, production technology, quality control, packaging, processing, and utilization of food. This rol... view article details

Like it or not, at some point we all face the prospect of 'job transition.' Sometimes we take the initiative for a change of jobs and sometimes not.But, regardless of whether you've decided to move on or you are facing the harsh realities of a forced job search, you can minimize the stress involved by taking control. That's phase one of the job transition.Sounds easy enough, right? Let's look at 14 things you can do to stay cool and in control during your job search.1. Don't wait! You've seen it: Watching the ball drop as the New Year rings in or holding our breath as the detonator... view article details

They call them the salt of the Earth; the people who spend their lives learning a specific labor, directly benefitting the public with effective service. There are all kinds of skilled laborers, many of whom choose to work at The Jim Beam Company – makers of the best-selling bourbon in the world. Meet Kevin Boone, Process Control Sr. Maintenance Supervisor at the Jim Beam distillery in Clermont, Kentucky. He works in one of the three principal Beam factories in the state, just twenty minutes outside Louisville. The history of the Beam brand dates back to 1795, when the first generation of the ... view article details

Q. I work for a food and beverage management company that has had a few closures over that past year in my region due to cutbacks by our clients. To stay employed with my company, I agreed to consult in a different region (with a much higher salary scale for the same position) until new business opens back up in my home region. This agreement was on a month-to-month basis. Three months have gone by now and there is a possibility of new business back home. This new business will not open for six months though, so they have asked me to stay here until then. How do I negotiate for a salary increa... view article details

Do You Have a Blueprint for Job Search Success? Like a brand-new day, 2015 is peeping over the horizon, promising changes to come. Now’s a great time to pause in your job search, set new goals, and find ways to keep established goals fresh as you map out where you want your career to go in the new year.Question: do you have a 2015 career blueprint? And why would you need one, anyway? Well, working without a job-search plan can set you up for a lot of frustration and can stall forward motion in your career. Instead of losing ground trying to figure things out willy-nilly, pause now and... view article details

It is no secret that compensation is one of the biggest expenses for any company. And let us be honest: who does not want to earn more? As companies grow and evolve, it can be tricky to keep compensation budgets and plans in check. This article takes an honest look at some of the key signs that your compensation management may be spiraling out of control. Through real-world examples and expert insights, learn how to spot red flags and course correct when needed. It all comes down to balance —paying employees fairly without breaking the bank. Read on to find out if your compensation strategy ne... view blog & white papers details

Flexibility has always been a goal for employees. The idea of having more freedom and control over work hours and work location seems pleasing on the surface. But for various companies, the concept of workplace flexibility feels unrealistic or simply too progressive. However, times are changing, and workplace flexibility is becoming the new norm. It is time for both companies and employees to embrace it. Understanding Workplace Flexibility Workplace flexibility means allowing employees to have more control over their work setting and schedule. Instead of a typical 9-to-5 office schedule, emplo... view blog & white papers details

For decades, companies have struggled with pay and performance management. The endless cycles of reviews, rankings, and pay planning have consumed HR teams and managers alike.  So far, research shows the annual ritual does little to motivate or engage employees. It is time for a new model – one that is more agile, transparent, and tailored to individuals. The era of stack ranking and forced curves is fading. The future is continuous and custom-fit. Performance management is getting a much-needed makeover. A Better, People-Centric Approach A better approach puts people first. Rather than an out... view blog & white papers details

The days of packed elevators, crowded conference rooms, and busy cubicle clusters are over. As companies start to reopen their offices, employees are facing a new normal with strict safety protocols, staggered schedules, and modern work set ups in place. The transition back to the workplace may feel jarring for those who worked remotely for months. But with the right mindset and preparation, employees can feel more at ease and make the most of this next phase. Companies need to understand how phased return to work operates, especially with the workforce’s recent encounter with a global pandemi... view blog & white papers details

Compensation planning can be a tedious task. All those spreadsheets, formulas, and manual numbers can be boring and take longer than you think. Thankfully, technology is here to help. Discover how the latest technology makes the compensation planning process smoother and less stressful. From automating workflows to providing actionable insights, we will take a look at how these tools can help you gain control of this important but often chaotic task. What Is Compensation Planning and Why Is It Important? Compensation planning is figuring out how much to pay your employees and how much to incre... view blog & white papers details