AIHA Issues Latest Science-Based COVID-19 Back to Work Safely Guidelines to Address Employers Concerns
Updates address aerosol transmission of COVID-19, mask wearing and vaccinations
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Nathan's Famous Doubles the Number of Ghost Kitchens Worldwide Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
Brand Opens Over 200 Ghost Restaurants Since 2020, Bringing the brand’s total number of locations to over 400
How to Resolve the Current State of Emergency in Hospitality Employment
All tides ebb and flow, and since the COVID-19 pandemic changed the way most of the world works, we’re seeing a distinct turning of the tide from being in favor of the employer to holding firm for the employee. This situation is especially apparent in the hospitality industry, where historical talent shortages are being exacerbated by staff quitting in droves as the world returns to work. At the same time, recruiting new talent is becoming even more challenging, just as the industry is trying to recover and reopen.
RLC, U.S. Chamber of Commerce, and NRF File Amici Curiae Brief in WARN Act Appeal
The Restaurant Law Center, U.S. Chamber of Commerce, and National Retail Federation filed a joint amici curiae brief in the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit in the Enterprise Leasing Company of Orlando, LLC, et al. v. Benson appeal.
National Restaurant Association Statement in Response to the Introduction of the ENTRÉE Act
'We appreciate Congressman Blaine Luetkemeyer’s (R-MO) effort to introduce the Entrepreneurs Need Timely Replenishment for Eating Establishments (ENTRÉE) Act. The introduction of this bill shows that there continues to be strong bipartisan and bicameral support for restaurants.'
National Restaurant Association – Take a Tax Break for Hiring the Unemployed
The Work Opportunity Tax Credit can help offset your hiring costs
Dunkin' Franchisees Seeking to Hire Up to 20,000 New Employees at Locations Across the Country
Dunkin' Launches Live Social Event Series with Maria Menounos and Restaurant Team Members for a Look at Life Behind the Counter
Chatmeter Ranks Top Restaurant Brands in Online Reputation and Local Brand Visibility
Chatmeter's “Local Brand Report: Top Restaurant Brands of 2021” identifies top customer experience leaders in the restaurant industry
Latest Operating Guidance from National Restaurant Association Includes Updated OSHA Recommendations
The updates include the latest guidance and best practices on indoor dining, ventilation, mask use, encouraging vaccinations for employees, cleaning and sanitizing, hand washing, health monitoring, policies for ill or exposed employees, and COVID-19 precaution training.
Papa John’s Announces New Hiring, Referral and Appreciation Bonuses for Front-Line Corporate Team Members
Papa John’s also plans to make additional investments in its full-time staff in its higher volume company-owned stores to support continued growth. The company expects to invest approximately $2.5 million in these initiatives during the remainder of 2021.