Benefits 101: Simple ways to offer education assistance

by Jason Hamilton — VP of Marketing, Snagajob

Sit down with employees taking classes and explore flexible scheduling options.

McDonald's ruling holds franchisors accountable for franchise employee allegations

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The National Restaurant Association claims the decision will impede job creation and create 'big business.'

Del Taco installing benefits software to manage Obamacare requirements

July 29, 2014

Del Taco has selected BenefitFocus' HR InTouch Marketplace cloud-based benefits software solution to support benefits administration and relative requirements…

San Diego City Council passes minimum wage hike

July 29, 2014

On Monday, the San Diego City Council approved an ordinance that would raise the minimum wage to $11.50 an hour by January 2017, according to a report from…

Teaching in-store and digital ordering to play nice

by Noah Glass — CEO, Olo

One of the leading brands is on its way to a digital ordering majority. Is your brand ready to handle the demand from outside your walls?

QSR workers hold first convention to support minimum wage fight

July 28, 2014

More than 1,000 quick-service employees from around the country participated in the first-ever National Fast-Food Worker Convention last weekend. The…

Back to the Basics takes a deep look at the restaurant industry workforce

by Nate Riggs — CEO / Owner, NR Media Group

'I truly believe that great things come from people getting together and collaborating,' Mike Tyler, CEO War Room.

NAACP passes resolution in favor of $15 minimum wage

July 23, 2014

On Tuesday, the NAACP unanimously passed a resolution supporting a $15 minimum wage.

6 steps to promote staff, customer allergen awareness

by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com

Have a disclaimer up in your restaurant that lets customers know the efforts made to accommodate diners with special dietary needs.

AllergyEats conference planned for October in NYC

July 21, 2014

The 2014 AllergyEats Food Allergy Conference is set for Oct. 21 beginning at 8 a.m. at the Radisson Martinique in New York City. This year’s event is open to…

Restaurant recruiting firm launches regional development franchising program

July 21, 2014

Patrice & Associates, a nationwide recruiting firm specializing in the restaurant industry, has introduced a regional development franchising program.

Taco John’s creates systemwide competition for cleanest restaurant

July 16, 2014

Taco John’s has created the Silver Cup contest – a competition to find the cleanest Taco John’s restaurant in the U.S. 

Kronos outlines three trends transforming workforce management

July 16, 2014

Kronos Incorporated recently hosted an event with retail and hospitality executives, including those from Starbucks, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Forever 21 and…

Chicago Mayor pushes for $13 minimum wage

July 10, 2014

Earlier this week, a task force appointed by Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel released a recommendation that the city’s minimum wage be raised to $13 an hour by the…

Why your employees are frustrated with you (and what you can do about it)

Restaurants that run a reactive culture operate hour to hour, putting everyone behind and causing frustration with employees and guests.

Restaurant industry adds 173K in first six months of 2014

July 7, 2014

Last week’s jobs report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics showed the national economy adding a net 288,000 jobs in June on a seasonally-adjusted basis. This…

Navigating the new food codes: Part 1

by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com

Operators need to know the 8 major allergens and the best practices surrounding the use of separate containers and preparation methods designed to prevent…

JobApp releases social recruitment platform

June 27, 2014

JobApp recently released a new Social-Mobile Recruiting Start-Up Program aimed at helping service industry employers recruit Millennials.

Wendy’s franchisee reports 60% reduction in turnover from BI solution

June 26, 2014

Ultimate Software, a cloud provider of people management solutions, announced today that Carlisle Corporation, a Wendy’s franchise with more than 4,80…

Reliable transportation: What does that mean for hourly workers?

by Jason Hamilton — VP of Marketing, Snagajob

If you’re located in a bike-friendly city, make sure to let seekers know and you may attract new faces.