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8 Ways to Navigate The Restaurant Staff Shortage

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Additionally, the enhanced unemployment benefits provided by the government during the pandemic have made it financially feasible for some workers to stay unemployed instead of searching for a job in the restaurant industry. Investing in employee development and training programs is another way to attract and retain top talent.

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Are EV Charging Stations Worth the Investment?

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Additionally, growing numbers of new EV models – and government sales incentives – are sparking consumer interest. It’s not enough to implement strict QA programs in your restaurant. You must also monitor your suppliers to be certain they have proper food safety protocols and structured QA programs in place.

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Alternative Options for Small Businesses Not Eligible for PPP or EIDL Funding

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And while there has been a lot of attention and noise around government funding assistance, not every entrepreneur finds themselves in a position to take advantage of such resources. Assistance programs or exemptions to help with financial impacts during this pandemic may have recently been developed in your city or state.

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How to Open a Coffee Shop: The Ultimate Guide

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A common way for coffee shops to get financed is through business loan programs. Planned marketing strategies: Will you have a loyalty program? This government-issued license varies in cost but is typically a requirement in the U.S. Certificate of Occupancy. Business loan. Will you use social media marketing?

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AI Flips into White Castle and Resetting America

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based participating restaurants of DoorDash’s program to support Black-owned businesses who Kiva approves for a loan* by seeding a revolving loan fund starting at $150,000 with potential to grow the investment in the coming months. Jon Taffer launched a new program on his Taffer Virtual Teaching platform, Resetting America.

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How To Start A Healthy Cocktail Bar In The US

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It allows you to sell alcoholic beverages and governs the type of alcohol you can sell and how long during the day. Some of the other permits that might be required to start a cocktail bar in the US are: Certificate of Occupancy. Create a loyalty program and reward the regular customers for their support. Liquor License.

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Tyga Bites and Sushi with an Attitude

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TouchBistro acquired Boston-based TableUp, a provider of loyalty and marketing solutions for the restaurant industry. and will enable TouchBistro to fully integrate customer loyalty and guest marketing into its all-in-one point-of-sale (POS) and restaurant management platform. TouchBistro Acquires TableUp.