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How restaurants retain staff during a temporary closure

By Alaina Lancaster on Oct. 04, 2017

When operators close their doors after a fire, flood or other disasters, they can lose more than just money.

DOL offers relief on health insurance costs

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 04, 2018

Small businesses like restaurants would be able to pool their purchasing might for greater economies of scale, or even to self-insure.

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Starbucks: We’re now paying U.S. workers equally

By Heather Lalley on Mar. 22, 2018

The coffee chain says it has achieved pay equity across gender and race after a decadelong effort.

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How to keep employees happy during the holidays

By Sara Rush Wirth on Nov. 12, 2015

Restaurant Business asked Amanda Niel, co-owner of Easy Bistro & Bar, and others to share how they manage schedules and sentiment amid the holiday crunch.

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How to train employees for dog-friendly restaurants

By Alaina Lancaster on May 01, 2017

Bringing dogs into an operation can bring a little more chaos, noise and cuteness. Here’s how to prepare workers to serve four-legged friends and their humans.

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Immigration officials begin a widespread crackdown on illegals

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 10, 2018

The raid on nearly 100 7-Elevens was the first of what Trump administration officers said will be repeated large-scale compliance checks on all types of employers during 2018.

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