Chronic staff shortages.

Rising input costs.

12-hour shifts with no breaks.

Sleep deprivation and burnout.

45+ minute wait times.

Inconsistent food quality.

Stressed, overwhelmed staff.

Orders forgotten or wrong.

Negative online reviews flood in.

"Overpriced" and "slow" sentiment spreads.

Reputational damage accelerates.

Bookings drop. Regulars disappear.

Staff morale collapses.

Higher turnover rates.

Worsening staff shortages.

The cycle begins again. Worse.