Pokolenie Y na rynku żywności – perspektywa placówek gastronomicznych
The aim of the article is to identify selected elements of behaviors of generation Y on the market of catering services and activities undertaken by catering establishments in the context of these behaviors. The purpose of the article was accomplished by literature studies, information from branche magazines, and direct research carried out by the authors of the article. Identification of the distinguishing features of gastronomic establishments suitable to the specificity of generation Y was based on the analysis of the content of information contained on the websites of these establishments. The results of research and analysis indicate that Generation Y is an extremely important entity on the food service market - it is not only large in number, but also innovative, active, fast and demanding. Behaviors of generation Y determine modern market trends and force gastronomic establishments in accordance with these trends - in terms of the offer, its diversity and availability, as well as the virtualization of customer service elements.