Sneak Peek: A game-changing member benefit is coming soon!
We couldn't wait to share a thrilling update with you! Brace yourself for an upcoming member-exclusive benefit that gives you the advantage in navigating workforce decisions for your restaurant.
Wage Track is a new CRA member exclusive tool which provides unparalleled insights into regional wage trends. Make strategic decisions for your team with real-time data at your fingertips.
Stay tuned for the official launch and get ready to stay on track with Wage Track by the CRA.
California
Permanent Al Fresco dining applications open for LA eateries
After more than a year of advocacy by the CRA and a broad coalition of restaurant advocates, the City of Los Angeles approved a permanent Al Fresco Dining Program. CRA Los Angeles Chapter board member Christy Vega speaks to LAist about the process.
How restaurant franchisees can navigate challenges ahead
Federal and local legislation, from the changing joint employer rule to ever-rising minimum wages, are affecting franchisee success. Last fall, the International Franchise Association released a survey in collaboration with Oxford Economics, stating that nearly three-quarters of franchisees expressed a “high level of concern” at the prospect of increased franchisor control over their business.
NRA UPDATE: Restaurant win in the House, action needed for Senate
Last week, the House of Representatives came together to help many restaurant operators by reviving expired tax deductions for renovations, expansions, and equipment purchases. The bill is now in the Senate, and we need your voice to let the senators know how important the bill is to the restaurant community.
You can save up to $3,000 instantly on energy-efficient foodservice equipment when you purchase from participating dealers. You’ll find a full list of eligible equipment AND participating dealers near you. Skip the paperwork and save instantly on your foodservice equipment.
Stay compliant! Educate food service employees on how alcohol influences behavior, identify signs of intoxication, outline legal issues that may arise in an alcohol-related incident, and teach you ways to prevent over-serving.
This training is required for all alcoholic beverage servers and their managers to successfully complete.
NEW FOR YOU: Download the 2024 State of the Industry today
The National Restaurant Association launched the 2024 State of the Restaurant Industry Report. You can now download the report starting today. Log into the Association Store before downloading to get your report for free.
LEGAL PARTNER RESOURCE: Reminder to treat your valentine and provide notice to employees of non-competes by February 14, 2024
In October 2023, California’s Governor signed Assembly Bill (AB) 1076 which added the new Business & Professions Code §16600.1, making it unlawful to impose non-compete clauses on employees – which contractual restrictions already are void under Business & Professions Code §16600. CRA legal partner Jackson Lewis reviews what employers need to know.
LEGAL PARTNER RESOURCE: February 2024 California Employment Law Roundup
February is off to a fast start for employers on a state and on the Los Angeles local level. CRA legal partner Zaller Law Group covers California pay data reporting site, and LA City and County minimum wage announcements, deadline for employers to provide notices to employees who have noncompetition agreements, and updates to the required Notice to Employee under Labor Code 2810.5.
