Looking to bring in more revenue during the holidays or slower seasons? In this episode of No Reservations, Kasey Anton explores how gift cards, strategic promotions, and thoughtful upsells can drive both new and repeat business without relying on discounts that cut into your margins.
Whether you are gearing up for a holiday rush or trying to stay profitable in January, this episode gives you fresh ideas to keep cash flowing and guests returning.
You’ll learn
- ✅ How to position gift cards as meaningful, go-to gifts
- ✅ Smart promotions that encourage guests to visit again and again
- ✅ Simple ways to increase check averages during the holiday season
- ✅ Why bundled offerings and upgrades often work better than discounts
Action steps to try this week
- Create a featured gift card display at the host stand or checkout area
- Offer a small bonus for purchasing a gift card above a certain amount
- Build a bundled holiday offer that includes a meal, drink, and dessert
- Train staff to mention gift cards during peak holiday service
- Track which promotions perform best so you can repeat them next year
