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The joint-employer standard is up in the air again

The U.S. Department of Labor disclosed plans to officially overturn the industry-friendly definition that was put forward by Trump, putting the issue back on the table for franchises.

Financing

4 additional breaks for restaurants in the COVID recovery bill

The relief bill just passed by Congress contains more benefits for restaurants than just the $28.6 billion in direct aid. Here are some of the others.

Operations

4 signs coronavirus is spent (and restaurants can finally cheer)

One year after the deadly virus’ introduction, it’s getting a solid heave-ho.

Financing

Plan delivering $29B in restaurant aid heads to Biden's desk

The House of Representatives approved the American Rescue Plan without a single Republican 'yea' vote. The plan features nearly $29 billion in direct aid to restaurants.

Workforce

Sonic will let customers tip their carhops

Sonic Drive-Ins has added a feature to its ordering app that will let customers tip their carhops for good service. The feature is available in 1,000 locations.

Operations

Red Robin quietly tries a chicken-sandwich concept

The Red Robin grill-and-bar chain is giving the virtual market a try with the offer of at least three delivery-only concepts, two sporting chicken products and the third offering salads, according to consumer reports proliferating on the internet.

Operations