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FSMA Rule 204 Food Safety Countdown: What Restaurant Managers Need to Know Now

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Additionally, GS1’s Electronic Product Code Information Services (EPCIS) plays a critical role in enabling businesses to document and share information about when and where a product changes hands. A good plan documents how product is received, stored, and consumed in meal preparation.

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Key Sections of a Franchise Disclosure Document: An Annual Review Guide for Franchisors

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A Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) serves as the foundation of the franchisor-franchisee relationship. While the FDD is a comprehensive document, certain key sections demand careful scrutiny during an annual review.

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Mastering Worker Classification: Seven Essential Tips for Restaurant Owners

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Tip #5: Document Everything Maintaining comprehensive documentation can protect your business from potential disputes. Work assignments : Document the tasks and how they align with the worker’s status as an independent contractor or employee.

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Are You Prepared for an ICE Raid? What Every Restaurant Needs to Know

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military veteran whose documentation was questioned. Lesson : Even documented employees can be affected by ICE enforcement. Before handing over records, request documentation to verify the legality of ICE’s inquiry. Verify its legitimacy before complying.

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A Comprehensive Guide to Managing Staff Tips in Restaurants

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Documentation : Keep detailed records of tip distribution to address concerns with transparency. Here’s how to handle them: Create a Forum : Hold regular meetings where staff can voice concerns. Mediation : Use a neutral party (e.g., a manager) to resolve disputes fairly. Monitor and Adjust Your Policy A tipping policy isn't static.

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Stay Ahead of the Danger: Proactive Food Safety Strategies for Restaurant Managers

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Regularly audit your suppliers’ practices and request documentation to confirm that they’re still in compliance. This should outline steps for documenting complaints, investigating potential sources, and communicating the outbreak to health authorities. Instead, document the complaint in detail.

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How Restaurants Can Navigate the PPP Loan Forgiveness Program

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Borrowers must make representations about how they handled their PPP loans and maintain required documentation as backup. What Documentation Is Required to Apply for Forgiveness? Payroll documentation that shows the cost of payroll during the loan period. We expect to hear updates on this option soon.

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