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Immigration legislation is piling up at state and federal levels

 By Joanna Fantozzi on Aug. 06, 2026

Government Watch: From the state-sponsored Visa pilot program to the Dignity Act, competing bills could reshape the labor pool for uncertain operators.

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Chipotle CEO: Never grow faster than your people capabilities allow

By Alicia Kelso on Jul. 28, 2026

Scott Boatwright has a quote visible from inside the company’s boardroom that says, ‘The answers are in the restaurants.’

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The threat of fair share healthcare legislation

By Restaurant Business Staff on Jul. 23, 2026

Working Lunch: This week's political podcast looks at legislation that could make businesses more financially accountable for public healthcare costs. And McDonald's again calls for the end of the tip credit.

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How P. Terry's Burger Stand is protecting its legacy, and preventing a private-equity buyout

By Lisa Jennings on Jul. 17, 2026

The 38-unit family owned chain is transitioning to an employee-ownership trust model that its founders believe will keep its people-first culture in place long after they are gone.

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The impending end of Temporary Protected Status for workers has restaurant employers in turmoil

By Lisa Jennings on Jul. 16, 2026

Thousands of previously legal workers could lose authorization to work overnight. Employers are not sure what to do.

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Amid uncertainty, restaurants are expected to slow their summer hiring

By Jonathan Maze on Jun. 24, 2026

The National Restaurant Association expects restaurants and bars to hire fewer workers this summer amid a stagnant market.

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Federal bill would grease path for unions

By Restaurant Business Staff on Jun. 23, 2026

Working Lunch: This week's political podcast focuses on legislation pending in the U.S. Senate that would speed up the process for organizing unions in the workplace.

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Starbucks plans to hire thousands of new ‘coffeehouse coach’ roles

By Jonathan Maze on Jun. 23, 2026

The Seattle-based company wants to increase leadership inside its coffee shops and says stores that have employed the coaches have performed better. Most will be promoted from within.

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Why the Michigan State School of Hospitality broadened its curriculum

By Alicia Kelso on Jun. 11, 2026

The program, which marks its 100th anniversary next year, has placed a bigger emphasis on business topics like real estate.

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How restaurant operators can create better employee experiences

By Alicia Kelso on May 21, 2026

The industry is experiencing a workforce pinch amid a population decline, immigration policies and a more flexible gig economy.

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