Drinks To-Go Policy, Summer School, Meat Prices, Danny Meyer Discussion, Restaurant Buyers
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In Some States, the Boon of To-Go Cocktails Is Going, Going, Gone (Eater) With very little warning, New York and Pennsylvania have rolled back mandates that made it possible for restaurants and bars to survive the pandemic. The businesses aren’t ready.
Restaurant group D&D London plans summer school to fill gaps in workforce (The Guardian) The launch of a summer school for staff is the latest gambit to secure enough workers for the full reopening of hospitality businesses later this month.
Meat Is Getting So Expensive People Are Cutting Back (Bloomberg) Some restaurants are bearing the high costs of both meat and eggs because it is hard to pass on to consumers.
Video: “We’d love to hire as many people as we can right now” - Danny Meyer (CNBC) Danny Meyer, Union Square Hospitality Group CEO, joins ‘Closing Bell’ to discuss the reopening of the economy, and restaurants in New York City. He also discusses the labor market and whether he’s been able to staff up his restaurants in the city.
Who Are The Potential Restaurant Buyers In 2021? (Forbes) As more of the country reopens and consumers become comfortable returning to a normal routine, short-term numbers are promising, with hope for long-term recovery. For savvy investors, it may be just the right time to buy a restaurant.
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In case you missed it, NY Times Food Critic Pete Wells’ thoughts on outdoor dining.
Restaurateur Andrew Tarlow is hiring across all locations. To apply, email careers@themarlowcollective.com. They offer competitive wages and benefits including 401k, PTO, health insurance and more.