Workforce

Though wages for several restaurant positions went up this month, the industry still accounts for five of the nation’s 10 lowest-paying jobs, according to Glassdoor.

Some of the biggest developments of recent days seemed too far-fetched to be real. Trust me, they were.

Speakers at the National Restaurant Association's annual convention underscored how severe the labor situation has become—and how vital it is to foster retention by showing appreciation of the current staff.