coronavirus

Industries all across the country are experiencing the disruptive impact of the COVID-19. Discover how it could affect the U.S. foodservice, grocery and convenience industries.

Operations

Illinois reverts to a mask mandate for dine-in restaurant guests

By Peter Romeo on Aug. 26, 2021

Restaurant employees will also be required to wear a face covering. The mandate applies to residents and visitors despite their vaccination status.

Financing

Warning of a new crisis, the restaurant industry presses Congress again for more aid

By Peter Romeo on Aug. 24, 2021

Industry officials say the surge in COVID infections from the delta strain of coronavirus is already dampening traffic and raising the industry's vulnerability.

Financing

Michigan aims to grant restaurants $20,000 in working capital

By Peter Romeo on Aug. 24, 2021

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer also intends to use federal funds to pay for employee raises and childcare.

Workforce

Are these the real reasons why restaurants have a labor problem?

By Peter Romeo on Aug. 23, 2021

New research shows that a decision to take or leave a restaurant job can hinge on often overlooked aspects of a worker's life.

Technology

Tech roundup: OpenTable partners with Clear to ease vaccine verification

By Joe Guszkowski on Aug. 23, 2021

It is the reservation platform's most robust tool yet to help restaurants navigate new guidelines. Also, DoorDash hits a milestone, Bite Ninja lands a big investment and more.

Operations