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Take the National Restaurant Association operations survey today! |
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Profit margins, labor costs, food cost ratios --> all are ESSENTIAL information for a restaurateur to know. When you take the National Restaurant Association operations survey you gain access to this essential industry data.
You will also help to analyze potential impacts of legislative proposals on the industry. Together, let our collective voice be heard by policy makers at all levels!
Any questions? Contact Bruce Grindy at bgrindy@restaurant.org. |
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Based on the incredible turnout of our members speaking out against the King County minimum wage proposal, along with our open letter signed by 165 residents and members, the committee made the decision not to take action on this legislation. |
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This means that the committee will most likely be discussing this legislation in January 2024. |
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There’s still time to revise your employee healthcare plans in time for Jan. 1, 2024. Don’t delay though, as that window is closing soon. Your association has many options from group insurance, telemedicine, mental health, dental and more. We can work with your broker or provide one. |
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Newsweek has named ServSafe as one of America’s Top Online Learning Providers of 2024 in its third annual survey of more than 9,000 online learners and the magazine’s research. |
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ServSafe Manager is ANSI certified and satisfies the new Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) requirement in the state food code that went info effect MARCH 1.
Read more about this requirement here. |
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Vancouver
DEC. 11
Registration deadline NOV. 27 |
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Tacoma
Dec. 11
Registration deadline Nov. 27 |
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Everett
Dec. 15
Registration deadline Dec.1 |
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Seattle
Jan. 5
Registration deadline Dec. 22 |
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Spokane
Jan. 6
Registration deadline Dec. 19 |
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Ellensburg
Jan. 16
Registration deadline Jan. 2 |
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The National Labor Relations Board changed the effective date of its job-killing “joint-employer” regulation to Feb. 26, 2024, to facilitate resolution of legal challenges. AHLA is one of a number of groups suing the Biden Administration over this franchise-model destroying rule.
Read the NLRB's announcement. |
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Understanding the rules surrounding service animals is crucial for businesses to create inclusive and accessible environments.
Those individuals who rely on these animals for assistance have rights and responsibilities, and there are rules and regulations for businesses when a customer has a service animal. |
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With 10+ people to train, you can schedule a private class at your location—anywhere in Washington. You supply the room and dates; we’ll take care of the rest. |
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Winter is coming and it's vital to be prepared for extreme weather. Spokane has already received some snow! Our extreme weather toolkit includes how to prep for inclement weather and how to protect yourself, employees and customers for the winter months ahead. |
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Our comprehensive course covers all the basics of First Aid, CPR and Automated External Defibrillator (AED). This course meets OSHA & WISHA requirements for CPR/First-Aid/AED in the workplace.
This course is two hours online and two hours in-person skills session in Olympia at Washington Hospitality Association. Read more here. |
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Feb. 7, 2024
Registration deadline Jan. 24, 2024 |
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In Case You Missed It |
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Why are there ads and sponsors in your association newsletters? Advertisements and sponsorships help fund the association. All proceeds go right back into our four pillars: Advocacy, communication, workforce education and cost-saving programs for members. |
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