THEORETICAL ASPECTS OF ASSESSING SERVICE QUALITY IN RESTAURANTS

Abstract

The service industry requires close employees and customers’ interaction. The outcome of this interaction leads either too high or low service quality level. The high standard of service quality attracts more clients and allows building a significant and loyal customer base.

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