-by Kamaron McNair Last year was rough on Americans’ household finances. Amid an inflation crisis that saw prices up 9.1% year over year in June 2022, Americans’ incomes appear to have taken a hit. The U.S. median household income dropped by 2.3% to $74,580 in 2022, down from $76,330 in 2021, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. While… read more
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Avoid Age Discrimination By Eliminating 7 Things From Your Resume
-by Robin Ryan for Forbes We are seeing more people over the age of 50 losing their jobs. They worry about ageism, which is a legitimate concern. When you are close to 60 or older, the discrimination becomes even more apparent. John, age 60, was an HR director at a Fortune 500 company where he… read more
OLIVE GARDEN — THE RETURN OF THE NEVER ENDING PASTA BOWL.
Olive Garden executives watch commercials, too. The brand is particularly aware of Chili’s returning to TV advertising for the first time in three years, which CEO Rick Cardenas referred to as “that one bar and grill competitor that seems to be ramping up a little bit.” Still, the executive said Olive Garden remains one of the top… read more
How to Evaluate a Job Candidate’s Critical Thinking Skills in an Interview
by Christopher Frank, Paul Magnone, and Oded Netzer Hiring is one of the most challenging competencies to master, yet it is one of the most strategic and impactful managerial functions. A McKinsey study quantified that superior talent is up to eight times more productive, showing that the relationship between talent quality and business performance is… read more
Proposed New Dept of Labor Rule Could Be Costly
On September 8, 2023, the Federal Register published the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to Define and Delimit the Exemptions for Executive, Administrative, Professional, Outside Sales, and Computer Employees. The regulations under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) interpret and implement exemptions from minimum and overtime wage requirements which are… read more
What is pinsa? Pizza’s hipper, fresher little sibling is now stepping into the spotlight
The cloud-like flatbread is easy to make at home and is popping up on menus across the country Pizza is more than just a food. It’s a moment unto itself. It can represent something different for every person: A deep, resonant love for Italian culture and uber-thin crust Neapolitan style pies; an adoration (like mine)… read more
Rick Lenny Retiring from McDonald’s Board After 18 Years
Richard “Rick” Lenny is retiring from the McDonald’s board of directors, effective Oct. 31. He joined the board in 2005 and has served as chair of the compensation committee since 2019. In a statement, McDonald’s CEO Chris Kempczinski said, “Rick is a civic-minded leader with a keen understanding of the challenges facing people and businesses… read more
Why Healthcare Employers Rely on Recruiting Firms
As an employer in the healthcare field, finding the right talent can be a challenging and time-consuming task. In fact, according to a survey conducted by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), the average time to fill a healthcare position is a very long 49 days, which can have a significant impact on your… read more
Global Foodservice News – May 1, 2023 Edition
Join the Women Industry Leaders’ Inaugural Meeting NAFEM’s first female president will speak at the May 19 gathering in person in Chicago and accessible by Zoom. Louise O’Sullivan will speak at the inaugural meeting of the Women Industry Leaders group on May 19. Those heading to Chicago for the National Restaurant Association Show in May… read more
Global Foodservice News – April 15, 2023 Edition
Chipotle Unveils all-Electric Restaurant Design Chipotle Mexican Grill unveiled a new all-electric restaurant design that utilizes renewable energy from wind and solar power through the purchase of renewable energy credits. Restaurants with the new features recently opened in Gloucester, Va., and Jacksonville, Fla., with a third location opening later this summer in Castle Rock, Colo…. read more