Don't know the back story about staff turnover but we spoke to the owner in December and told him that his friendly staff was one of the big draws compared to SBAG. He agreed and said he liked to keep his staff happy.
The other thing that makes Driftwood stand out is thei rum punch. It is miles ahead of the rum and koolaid punch at the other end of the beach.
Parking can be a problem but as others have said park at the other side and walk over.