Table Turnover Rate

Category: business

A KPI measuring the time taken for a table to be cleared, sanitized, and occupied by a new guest party.

High turnover is the primary driver of revenue in a high-volume venue. Managers track the "turn" window to optimize staffing and seating efficiency. In premium venues, the goal is to balance quick turnover with high-touch service so guests don’t feel rushed, which would harm the prestige of the brand.

Common Examples

• The general manager instructed the host team to improve our Friday night table turnover rate by streamlining the course-delivery timing.
• A low table turnover rate during peak hours significantly bottlenecks our total nightly revenue potential in the VIP lounge section.