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Liquor Licensing 101 for Restaurants in Recovery

Modern Restaurant Management

As restaurants hire new employees, they are finding it more difficult to come across experienced workers who can also train other team members. Here I will walk through actionable tips to help you train employees and understand the basics of liquor licensing as your restaurant bounces back: Renewing Your Liquor License.

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Serve and Sip Responsibly: Tackling Restaurant Liquor Liability Concerns

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Serving minors due to improper ID verification can result in fines, a restaurant losing their liquor license and reputational damage. Prioritize Staff Training : Restaurants should prioritize structured alcohol service training to ensure employees can effectively identify and mitigate risks.

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The Top Five Startup Costs Restaurant Owners Need to Know

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Remember that it can also be expensive to hire and train new employees. Therefore, if you have exceptional employees at your restaurant, do everything you can to keep them around. In general, overhead expenses related to food and beverages should be between 35 and 40 percent of your total revenue. Licensing and Permits.

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Opening a Ghost Kitchen? Know the Laws That Will Impact Your Business

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In addition, it is likely that you will need to obtain several licenses or permits from a jurisdiction that allow you to carry on the ghost kitchen’s activities. These licenses can include: Business operation. Employee health. Moreover, you will need to renew your licenses on a regular basis. Live entertainment.

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How AI Is Enabling Restaurant Labor Compliance

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But beyond its legal necessity, ensuring compliance with employment laws is critical to shaping a better experience for employees and customers alike. Restaurants should not make managers and employees fear compliance. Instead, they should see it as an opportunity to start an important conversation about the employee experience.

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How to Open a Coffee Shop: The Ultimate Guide

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Obtain Permits and Licenses. List all employees and partners. Once you've validated your idea, you can dive into the nitty-gritty: Obtain Permits and Licenses. In the process of opening your coffee shop, it's important to mitigate the potential risks affiliated with permits and licenses. Business License.

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What Restaurant Owners Need to Budget for in Food Delivery Services

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Alternatively, if employees use their own vehicles, you may need to implement a reimbursement policy, factoring in mileage, and wear and tear. Accident-related damages can also lead to significant expenses, mainly if the vehicle is involved in collisions while navigating urban environments.

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