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Restaurant Labor Laws Cheat Sheet: Seattle

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Legal and other matters referred to in this article are based on 7shifts' interpretation of laws existing at the time and should not be relied on in place of professional legal advice. At its peak, Seattle boasted an impressive 3,000 restaurant locations. Just here for an overview of Seattle’s Fair Work Week Law?

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Cybersecurity Advice for Restaurateurs

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How to Ensure Your Restaurant Survives and Thrives in the Era of Widespread Cybercrime and Strict Data Security Regulations. Numerous United States restaurant and fast food chains, including Applebee’s, Wendy’s, Chili’s, Huddle House, and Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen have suffered cyberattacks in recent years and months.

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Seven Ways HR Leadership Can Reduce Risk for Restaurants During Turbulent Times

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The restaurant sector has been especially hard hit by fallout from the COVID-19 (novel coronavirus) pandemic. million Americans according to the National Restaurant Association. It’s likely no restaurant owner or manager has experienced a situation of this magnitude in their lifetime. Step Up Cleaning and Sanitation.

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A Restaurant’s Guide to Switching Payroll Providers (+ Free Checklist Download)

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With a bit of legwork, you can smoothly change providers to one that serves your restaurant better—without you and your staff losing your cool. Restaurant Payroll Migration Template Stay organized when switching payroll providers using this detailed free payroll migration checklist. Document specific operational inefficiencies.

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Optimize Restaurant Operations With the Right Payroll & HCM Services

Running a restaurant involves juggling numerous tasks, but payroll and HR shouldn’t add to the stress. Our guide, "A Buyer’s Guide to Payroll & HCM Services," is tailored for the restaurant industry to help you choose the best provider. Compliance support helps navigate labor laws and avoid costly fines.

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Heat Stress: When Is Hot Too Hot?

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Workers at risk of heat stress include outdoor workers and workers in hot environments such as chefs, bakery workers, and anyone in the restaurant industry. Below are indicators and tips from Society Insuranc e that can help restaurant workers when experiencing high temperatures this summer. Dangerous Heat Situations.

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Fair Workweek Law: An Overview

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Cities and states across the US are responding to a movement known as “ fair workweek ,” with many enacting new laws to shield restaurant employees’ personal lives and finances from the notoriously unpredictable world of restaurant scheduling. What is “Fair Workweek?”

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The Last Survival Guide You'll Ever Need for Your Brick & Mortar Restaurant

The last few years have produced a seismic shift in the restaurant industry. Thousands of independent restaurants who did not adapt have been forced to shutter their businesses. Forecasts show that challenges for independent restaurants continue to mount. But with challenge comes opportunity.