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5 actions restaurant employers should take to combat coronavirus

Every employer should be considering these moves right now, according to a law firm that specializes in employment situations. By Peter Romeo on Mar. 05, 2020
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1. Come up with a plan now.

2. Tell your employees the plan. It will reduce panic and uncertainty.

3. Monitor school closings or other things affecting your employees so you can respond.

4. Inform and reassure employees of their options for sick leave for themselves and family members.

5. Have a plan for if an employee develops symptoms or is diagnosed with COVID-19.

Source: Dorsey & Whitney LLP

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Peter Romeo has covered the restaurant industry since 1984 for a variety of media. As Editor At Large for Restaurant Business, his current beats are government affairs, labor and family dining. He is also the publication's unofficial historian.  
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