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Two Groups in Oklahoma Are Developing a Blueprint for Successful Queer-Owned Restaurants

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It started in 2009 when Humankind opened Picasso Cafe , which quickly turned into a veritable Cheers for vegan-curious queers. Then 84 Hospitality and Humankind Hospitality , two of Oklahoma City’s most prolific restaurant groups that just so happen to be queer-owned, went on expansive tears across OKC. 84 Hospitality.

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8 Tips to Optimize Restaurant Labor Costs Despite Higher Minimum Wages

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since July 2009. The Fair Labor Standard Act (FLSA) sets the federal minimum wage, as well as the regulations around overtime pay, labor rules for minors, and payroll recordkeeping. The federal minimum wage has remained at $7.25 Washington state has the highest minimum wage for all employers at $13.69. How to calculate labor cost.

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New & Notable: TEAM Schostak Celebrates 40, AI in Food Service and Beachy Tech

Modern Restaurant Management

In 1991 she was promoted to Accounting Manager and in 2009 to Director of Accounting. New & Notable spotlights the latest news restaurateurs need to know. TEAM Schostak Family Celebrates Anniversary and Employees. “This milestone is significant and we could not be prouder for the contributions our team has made to our success. .”

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The Boundary Pusher

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It had been pushed back 15 minutes — a potentially ominous sign. But that vision came with a toxic management style characterized by intimidation, a barrage of sexualized commentary, and explosive anger, according to two dozen current and former staffers. The tone of the room shifted.

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MRM People & Places: Maki Madness and Pancakes for Life

Modern Restaurant Management

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's People & Places column features news of company hires and promotions, charitable efforts and product introductions. Send news to Barbara Castiglia at bcastiglia@modernrestaurantmanagement.com. Sushi Maki Ocean Tempura. “Sushi Maki is a true family affair.

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PPP Flexibility, Free Reopening Resources and HungerForce

Modern Restaurant Management

7010 – Paycheck Protection Program (PP) Flexibility Act of 2020 which extends provisions of the act to give more time to both use and pay back the funds. For new loans, the pay back term for non-forgiven debt is extended to five years from two. PPP Goes Flexible. President Trump signed H.R.7010

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MRM Franchise Feed: CPK in Canada and Real Famous BBQ

Modern Restaurant Management

In partnership with Alberta restaurateur, Samira Shariff, the brand’s first Canada location will open in Edmonton in the coming months, the first of five locations planned in the province over the next eight years. Giorgio Minardi and Naheed Shariff. Founded in Beverly Hills, Calif. locations, whether joining us on vacation or business travel.

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