7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 9, 2019

Legal and other matters referred to in this article are based on 7shifts' interpretation of laws existing at the time and should not be relied on in place of professional legal advice. With labor laws on age, wage, overtime, and time off–many of which vary between New York State and New York City–it’s easy to overlook a law or two.

Restaurant Law 283

Restaurant Law Cash Management Article Uniforms 283

7 Shifts

MAY 1, 2024

Bookkeeping is one of the most essential aspects of any restaurant business. After all, a small, honest mistake can accumulate over time and turn into bigger operational problems— 17% of restaurants even fail in their first year due to mismanagement of finances.

Cash Management 221

Cash Management Inventory Employee Relations Beverage 221

Touch Bistro

MARCH 25, 2021

A new hire checklist for restaurant employees can make the onboarding process easy and painless for all parties involved. Why reinvent the wheel every time a new hire joins your team when you can formalize the process? What Is Restaurant Employee Onboarding? Your New Hire Checklist for Restaurant Employees.

Hiring 52

Hiring Employee Relations FOH BOH 52

7 Shifts

OCTOBER 30, 2023

With a diverse culinary scene and a booming population, Texas can be a great place to own a restaurant. However, if you do operate a restaurant in the Lone Star State, you need to be aware of Texas labor laws. These discrimination laws apply to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotions, and terminations.

Restaurant Law 221

Restaurant Law Tip Distribution Food Safety Certification 221

Sling

OCTOBER 1, 2023

Along the way, we’ll address such issues as: Working from home or a storefront The importance of state and local health codes Creating a business plan Getting incorporated and licensed Hiring and scheduling employees We’ll also discuss financing (to make it all possible) and advertising and marketing (to keep it all going). Hire and train.

Catering 78

Catering License Transportation Advertising 78

Restaurant365

MAY 7, 2020

In adapting your restaurant business for a new short-term normal, keep the following guidelines in mind. Thoroughly sanitize your entire restaurant, especially if you were completely shut down. General managers and restaurant owner/operators should create checklists for crew and managers to use during their shifts.

Food Safety 142

Food Safety Cash Management Point of Sale Social Media 142

EATER

OCTOBER 21, 2021

I had spent weeks hyping him up about the “train restaurant,” and knew he’d be impressed by the bustle of the cooks maneuvering in the galley kitchen, searing steaks on the griddle, and shouting orders as pots and pans rattled overhead. There was a time before Amtrak that many refer to as the “golden age” of railroad dining.

2005 123

2005 Back of House Training Dine-in 123