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Possibility of a minimum-wage hike is far from over

 By Peter Romeo on Feb. 26, 2021

Senators from both parties are airing alternatives to the $15-an-hour proposal that was swatted down Thursday night.

Workforce

Restaurant lobbyists warn of a slower rebound under a $15 minimum wage

 By Peter Romeo on Feb. 16, 2021

More than 80% of operators said their recovery would be hurt by the higher minimum, with cuts in hours and jobs, according to a National Restaurant Association survey.

Workforce

DOL delays discontinuation of 80/20 rule on servers' pay

By Peter Romeo on Feb. 11, 2021

The department is seeking a two-month postponement to further study the rule change proposed by the Trump administration.

Financing

A detailed look at President Biden's Restaurant Relief Fund

By Peter Romeo on Feb. 10, 2021

The aid package would provide grants of up to $5 million per unit, with few spending restrictions, and is targeted at those that need it most.

Workforce

Governors ease restaurant restrictions

By Peter Romeo on Feb. 08, 2021

Even such sticklers as Andrew Cuomo are cutting operators some slack.

Workforce

Both sides of $15 wage debate say new congressional data proves them right

By Peter Romeo on Feb. 08, 2021

A detailed economic analysis shows nearly 1 million workers would be pulled out of poverty, but 1.4 million jobs would be eliminated.

Workforce

U.S. Senate kills the $15 minimum wage, for now

By Peter Romeo on Feb. 05, 2021

The upper chamber also cleared the way for package of a relief bill that includes $25 billion in restaurant aid.

Leadership

What restaurants can expect under Biden

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 22, 2021

In a flurry of activity and a host of public addresses, the new president has revealed plans with significant implications for the industry.

Financing

NY seeks millions in direct restaurant relief, paid leave for vaccinations

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 20, 2021

The aid, including a $50 million rehiring plan just for restaurants, are included in the budget Gov. Cuomo aired Tuesday.

Operations

D.C. restaurants brace for what the inauguration might bring

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 15, 2021

With transportation already limited and more deadly violence possible, operators are deciding whether to stay open for what’s usually a business boon.

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