government

Repeal of Chicago's soda tax begins

By Peter Romeo on Oct. 10, 2017

A final vote on the rollback is scheduled for tomorrow. Opponents of the tax say they already have enough votes to override a veto.

Beverage

Calif. to require health warnings from coffee sellers

By Peter Romeo on Mar. 30, 2018

Starbucks and others must post warnings about the beverage’s potential health risks, a judge has ruled.

What distribution options would be left after a Sysco-US Foods merger?

May 06, 2015

The federal judge hearing the FTC’s efforts to block the combination says his decision will ride on understanding distribution and determining what options would be left for foodservice operators if the deal proceeds.

Operations

How to succeed with a service charge

By Peter Romeo on Oct. 26, 2017

The model has been proven, but not without painful lessons for the early adapters. Here are some best practices for making the approach work.

Workforce

NYC eyes new employer mandates for curbing sexual harassment

By Peter Romeo on Apr. 13, 2018

Restaurants with at least 15 employees would be required to provide annual training and inform the staff of policies and investigation processes.

Running for your livelihoods

By Peter Romeo on May 27, 2015

As the presidential candidates take their marks, it’s restaurant issues that are on the line.

Workforce

New York eyes different sort of scheduling rules

By Peter Romeo on Dec. 01, 2017

Proposed new rules would entitle employees to four hours of pay if they have to call for schedule changes.

Feds change pay rules for restaurant managers

By Peter Romeo on May 18, 2016

The new regulations pack a number of surprises, including automatic increases going forward.

Operations

NLRB rethinks 'quickie' union elections

By Peter Romeo on Dec. 13, 2017

Reconsideration of the controversial practice underscores the more moderate approach of the reconstituted board.

Palo Alto, Calif., opts for faster $15 wage

By Peter Romeo on Sep. 30, 2016

The Silicon Valley city will hit the threshold three years ahead of the rest of the state.

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