labor

House votes to delay overtime rules

By Peter Romeo on Sep. 29, 2016

A measure passed yesterday along party lines would grant restaurants and other employers a six-month extension to contend with the new regulations.

How scheduling regulations could impact restaurants

By Alaina Lancaster on Sep. 30, 2016

Some restaurant operators feel that the scheduling legislation unfolding in Seattle, New York and Oregon could change what draws employers and employees to the industry, threatening its vitality.

This week’s restaurant nightmares: Ouch, y’all

By Peter Romeo on Oct. 05, 2016

How easy is it to run afoul of wage and hour laws--and get caught? Ask someone in Austin, Texas.

Jamba backs out of self-serve smoothie market

By Peter Romeo on Oct. 05, 2016

The discontinuation of JambaGo comes as many restaurant upstarts are looking to embrace more automation and take labor out of sales.

Tip pooling costs 2 Johnny Rockets $571K

By Peter Romeo on Oct. 20, 2016

Sharing servers' tips with back-of-the-house staff led to a lawsuit and a Department of Labor agreement.

Another city puts limits on restaurant scheduling

By Peter Romeo on Oct. 25, 2016

So-called "secure scheduling" is becoming a standard in Northern California.

McDonald’s pays for franchise staffs’ labor confusion

By Alaina Lancaster on Nov. 01, 2016

While not being regarded as a joint employer, McDonald's has agreed for the first time to settle a lawsuit stemming from allegations directed at a franchisee, further blurring the lines of responsibility.

Trump eyes Carl’s Jr.’s Puzder as labor secretary

By Peter Romeo on Nov. 18, 2016

The appointment would give the restaurant industry a zealous advocate at the highest level of policy-making.

Restaurants get a delay of new overtime rules

By Peter Romeo on Nov. 22, 2016

A court has issued a temporary injunction that could still be lifted at any time.

This week’s 4 head-spinning moments: Sharp left ahead?

By Peter Romeo on Dec. 09, 2016

Big names in the restaurant business are exploring new avenues for growth. Here's the updated road map.

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