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For a Newly Unionized Starbucks in Buffalo, the Future Looks Grand(e)

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Starbucks employees in Buffalo wait for the results of the union vote count on December 9, 2021. Sam Amato, a Starbucks barista for the past 12 years, is an employee at the Amherst, New York location that filed a petition for a union election back in August; he strongly believes that his fellow workers will vote to unionize. “My

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Restaurant Accounting Concepts Every Manager Should Know About

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Every foodservice operator has three fixed expenses: Restaurant Labor—The cost of all employees on the payroll in management, FOH, and BOH. Occupancy Expenses—These are the costs of existing in a brick and mortar location ( or food truck ), including rent, property taxes, and insurance. Commissions. Prime Cost.

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Succession Strategies for Restaurant Owners: Safeguarding Your Legacy 

Modern Restaurant Management

Within weeks, his corporation declared bankruptcy, leaving 500 employees wondering if they would keep a job and putting $30 million dollars of sale volume at risk for the brand. One source of those funds could be a key person life insurance policy, separate from any proceeds going to the family, that is payable to the business.

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The restaurant industry needs to step up for women. We asked four leaders how to do it.

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Everyone wins when employees are comfortable bringing up issues before they get worse. “I Check with female employees about how you can help them reach their full potential. When the criteria for how employees rise in the ranks are clear, there is less room for favoritism or bias. Support women who aren't your employees.

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Ghost Kitchen Franchise and Pandemic Resources

Modern Restaurant Management

Health services such as physicians, counseling and mental health services, and health coaches are also closing at lower rates – all critical resources during this time. Meanwhile, grocery related businesses are on the decline as people spend less time at home.

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Gift a Plate and Ambient Restaurant Sounds Playlist

Modern Restaurant Management

The new Yelp for Business will feature COVID-19 related content and prompts intended to help business owners communicate effectively with consumers and tips to weather the storm. These owners and employees have become like family and we feel the hardships they are facing right now.