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.

Workforce

A bad image costs chain restaurants’ new hires—and aid dollars

Independents had an easier time getting staff and federal relief, according to new data from the U.S. Small Business Administration.

Financing

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

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

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

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

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.

Groups in San Francisco and New York City have mounted awareness campaigns aimed at lessening conflict with anti-vaxxer customers.

Responses have ranged from summoning lawyers to treating the requirements as a marketing opportunity.

The requirement applies regardless of the individual's vaccination status, and only to guests who are dining inside.

The vast majority of companies mentioned the variant and renewed coronavirus surge, but most remain optimistic about their own businesses.

Several major players say they're already detecting a softening of sales. Will that carry into the group-party season?

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