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Exempt Status in the Restaurant Industry: Reassessing Your Workforce in Light of the DOL’s New Rule

Modern Restaurant Management

In April 2024, the United States Department of Labor (DOL) published a new rule that significantly increases the salary threshold for exempt employees: how do these changes impact the restaurant industry? However, employees can be exempt from these requirements if certain tests are satisfied.

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Tech Solutions for Restaurant Leaders: The Advantages (and Considerations) of AI-Driven Marketing

The Rail

A LinkedIn post by Raj Rupesh Bharadwaj highlights the successful efforts of TGI Fridays, which has used artificial intelligence in order to both analyze social media data and identify trends (in addition to other tasks). One Forbes article by a panel highlights the many risks related to AI use, specifically in the realm of digital marketing.

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From acqui-hire to vaporware: The new restaurant tech ABCs

Restaurant Business

Acqui-hire “To acquire a company in order to use its employees skills or knowledge, rather than for its products or services.” The coffee giant is licensing the company’s order fulfillment tech while also bringing aboard Empower’s six engineers. Starbucks’ deal with Empower Delivery fits the acqui-hire framework.

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MRM Research Roundup: Experimentation, Valentine’s Vibe Shift, and Wine Cork Market

Modern Restaurant Management

This reflects the positive impact loyalty programs have on driving revenue, with 83 percent of restaurant leaders saying their loyalty program successfully drives up order or basket size, as well as repeat visits (82 percent) and return on investment (78 percent). Texas Roadhouse’s visits grew 7.2 percent during 2024 and were up 4.2

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Why Are People So Freaked Out About Seed Oils?

EATER

In 2017, ophthalmologist Dr. Chris Knobbe published a paper arguing that “harmful vegetable oil,” as well as other processed foods, “are the primary and proximate cause of AMD [age-related macular degeneration].” They also reference the rise of polyunsaturated fats in the American diet over the past 100 years.

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Finish strong: Year-end QSR restaurant planning for HR, payroll & operations

Rocket Fuel

With the end of the year approaching, there are specific actions HR can take to make their interactions and communications more manageable for the business, managers, and employees. For some, this includes scheduling Q&A sessions during slow hours to allow employees to focus, ask questions, and feel more connected to the benefits offered.

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Restaurant Accounting Tips Made Simple: Expert Ways to Boost Profits in 2025

Lavu

This also includes payroll taxes and employee benefits. First, employees who work for more than 40 hours weekly have a statutory entitlement to overtime rates for every extra hour worked. Occupancy Expenses: This refers to fixed costs like rent, property taxes, utilities, and property insurance. Your accountant.

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