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Mastering Worker Classification: Seven Essential Tips for Restaurant Owners

Modern Restaurant Management

Understanding whether your staff are employees or independent contractors isn’t just about following the rules—it’s key to maintaining a fair, compliant and smoothly running establishment. Employees classified as exempt from overtime must meet specific criteria, such as executive or administrative duties.

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Nine Critical HR and Payroll Steps to Prepare Your Restaurant for 2025

Modern Restaurant Management

A new year is creeping up on us again, bringing fresh opportunities—and challenges—for restaurant operators. Update Your Employee Handbook Your employee handbook sets the tone for your culture by establishing expectations and aligning your team toward a common goal and vision.

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Restaurant Cost Control Strategies Every Operator Should Be Using

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These include: Food Costs Labor Costs Occupancy Costs Operating Costs Marketing and Promotions Expenses Every successful restaurant owner knows that tracking these isnt just a bookkeeping exercise; its how you spot opportunities to save money, collect data for better decision making, and run more efficiently. Are you overstaffed on slow days?

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Bridging the Gap: Integrating Legal and Insurance Considerations into Restaurant Cybersecurity Response

Modern Restaurant Management

Brands (owner of KFC, Taco Bell, and Pizza Hut) suffered a ransomware attack that forced the closure of approximately 300 restaurants in the UK and exposed personal information of hundreds of thousands of employees. This committee can ensure that legal compliance and insurance requirements are built into everyday operations.

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The Cost of B-ing Good

Modern Restaurant Management

B Corp Certification, a credential bestowed by the non-profit organization B Labs, is a way for businesses to address those concerns and more as they undertake an in-depth auditing process, and come out with a seal of authenticity around their sustainability and social responsibility claims and a branding kit to help promote it.

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Ultimate Guide to Payroll Automation for Restaurants

Lavu

Integrates with POS systems for seamless operations. Payroll automation saves time, reduces costs, and boosts employee satisfaction, making it a must-have for any restaurant. Restaurant payroll in minutes, not hours The restaurant industry is known for its fast-paced environment, unique operational challenges, and diverse workforce.

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Top 7 POS Features for Allergen Management: Protect Guests and Boost Restaurant Safety

Lavu

In this guide, we’ll break down the top seven POS features you need to create a safer, more compliant dining experience while streamlining your operations. Reports & Analytics : Track allergen-related trends, staff compliance, and customer feedback. KDS Integration : Streamline order preparation with allergen-specific alerts.