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Mastering Worker Classification: Seven Essential Tips for Restaurant Owners

Modern Restaurant Management

Navigating the bustling world of the restaurant industry comes with its own set of challenges, and one critical area that often flies under the radar is worker classification. Worker misclassification occurs when an employer incorrectly labels a worker as an independent contractor rather than an employee or vice versa.

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Serve and Sip Responsibly: Tackling Restaurant Liquor Liability Concerns

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Serving alcohol is a fundamental part of many restaurant operations, but it also presents significant liability risks. From over-serving intoxicated guests to improperly checking IDs, restaurants can face serious legal, financial and reputational consequences for failing to effectively manage their liquor liability risks.

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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. From updating policies to gearing up for tax season, these steps will enhance your compliance and position your restaurant for sustained growth.

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

Modern Restaurant Management

In today's digital landscape, restaurants have become prime targets for cybercriminals who take advantage of potential entry points from point-of-sale systems, online ordering platforms, customer databases, loyalty programs and third-party delivery services. Consider the alarming pattern over the past three years.

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What Restaurant Owners Need to Grow: Legal Strategies for Long-Term Success

Modern Restaurant Management

As the restaurant industry continues to evolve in 2025, effective legal strategies are more important than ever for operators aiming to grow and scale their businesses properly. From franchise compliance to mergers and acquisitions (M&A) terms, the right legal frameworks can guide a restaurant company to long-term, sustained success.

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AI-Powered Fraud: How Image Generation Threatens Restaurants

Modern Restaurant Management

An upgraded AI function can now generate incredibly realistic images, including fake restaurant receipts. This new capability opens the door for unscrupulous individuals to try and scam restaurants out of free meals, gift cards, and more. What are some things restaurant operators do to protect their businesses from AI-generated fraud?

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Ultimate Guide to Payroll Automation for Restaurants

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Managing payroll manually in restaurants is time-consuming and error-prone. Payroll automation solves these issues by streamlining tasks like tracking hours, distributing tips, and ensuring compliance with labor laws. Simplifies compliance with labor laws and tax regulations. Integrates with POS systems for seamless operations.