April Is Sexual Assault Awareness Month: Here are Seven Items Your Restaurant Needs in its Sexual Harassment Policy | Modern Restaurant Management | The Business of Eating & Restaurant Management News

Did you know that more sexual harassment claims are filed in the restaurant industry than in any other industry? As many as 90 percent of women and 70 percent of men in the industry reportedly experience some form of sexual harassment, according to the Harvard Business Review.

Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) in April is an opportunity for restaurant and bar owners to review existing policies and develop new ones. Society Insurance put together seven items restaurants should include in their sexual harassment policy.

Definition of Sexual Harassment in the WorkplaceYour policy must include a clear definition of sexual harassment. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has clear guidelines online to use in your policy. Discuss different scenarios and give various examples of what constitutes sexual harassment or does not constitute sexual harassment. Employees may have a different idea of what is considered sexual harassment.

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Krista Arnhoelter

Krista Arnhoelter is Senior Human Resources Generalist at Society Insurance. She oversees the benefits, wellness and payroll aspects of Human Resources at Society, as well as recruiting, training and employee engagement processes. She also focuses on long-term strategic planning to equip the HR team to support employees. She has earned the PHR and SM certifications.

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