To Örebro University

The Swedish hospitality industry is facing a number of challenges. Chief among them is high employee turnover and inadequate management of existing staff. The introduction of new employees to workplaces is among the first steps in managing new hires. Therefore, the purpose of the study is to investigate the relationship between induction processes in Swedish restaurants and motivation among newly hired employees. The study was carried out using qualitative semi-structured interviews to collect empirical data. The results showed a varied picture of induction processes, with some respondents expressing positive experiences, while others were not equally satisfied. Community in the workplace and a sense of belonging has been shown to be a central factor when it comes to employees' self-esteem and motivation. Additionally, a correlation was discovered between employees' professional roles and the quality of the induction process, which should be investigated in further studies.