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Seattle Hotel Association Evening of Hope Gala raises over $579,000 benefiting StolenYouth

MEDIA CONTACT: Allan Aquila, Allan Aquila & Associates, 206-948-1997, allanaquila@gmail.com SEATTLE, Washington (Feb. 5, 2019) — More than 300 community leaders came together for The Seattle Hotel Association’s 22nd Annual

February 5, 2019

The Lens: Employers Prep for Paid Leave

The following article was published by The Lens on Dec. 21, 2018. View the article here. With the phase-in period for paid family and medical leave just around the corner,

December 21, 2018

The Lens: Business community concerned over proposed overtime changes

Reprinted Representatives from the business community say that while they appreciate efforts made by the Department of Labor and Industries (L&I) to update its overtime rules, they are concerned about

December 12, 2018

Industry executives look ahead to 2019

REPORT FROM THE U.S.—The year isn’t over yet, but executives from public companies on third-quarter earnings calls were sharing what they expect to see in 2019. There are headwinds ahead for some hotel brand companies and real estate investment trusts, but the overall tone on calls in regards to next year was positive. (Hotel News Now)

November 14, 2018

Weekly Update: Hospitality Summit series is about to begin – register today!

April 18, 2019

Member Spotlight: Duvall Tavern

April 18, 2019

What is a no-match letter?

April 17, 2019

Weekly Update: Top priority short-term rental bill passes Senate, closer to governor’s desk

April 12, 2019

Two Minute Video: What you need to know 4/9/19

April 9, 2019

Hospitality Summit – Seattle @ Renaissance Seattle Hotel

Apr 22 @ 12:30 pm – 5:00 pm

Join fellow members of the hospitality industry as we explore topics to help improve how you run your business and increase your bottom line. With keynote speakers who understand your challenges and resources to overcome any obstacle, this event is a must for the industry.

Categories: Event Tags: Event Events Hospitality Summit Seattle

Finance Committee Meeting

Apr 23 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

For location details, contact Zooie Arnold at zooiea@wahospitality.org.

Everett ServSafe Manager Class @ Food Services of America

Apr 29 @ 8:30 am – 2:30 pm

Registration deadline: April 15

Attendees must register before the deadline. Walk-ins are not accepted and will be turned away.

Member: $150
Non-member: $220

Our ServSafe Manager classes are offered in a one-day review format. Upon registration, attendees will be mailed a ServSafe Manager book to study prior to attending the class. The WHAEF closes registration for classes two weeks in advance of the class date to ensure each attendee has ample time to study.

The day of the class the attendee will received approximately four hours of review of the ServSafe Manager materials. This information is presented through videos, PowerPoint presentations, time for Q&A and led by certified, industry experienced instructors.

Review is followed by the ServSafe Manager exam, proctored by the class instructor. The exam is multiple choice and available in multiple languages, large print and an instructor version is available for those interested in becoming a ServSafe instructor for their own establishment. The instructor exam is only available in English. A passing score is 75% regardless of the exam type.

Successful attendees will receive their ServSafe Manager certificates three to four weeks after the date of the class. Attendees who do not pass the exam can retake the course and exam up to three times in a 12 month period (additional fees for retakes will apply).

Accommodations are able to be made for those who need translators or have a disability

Categories: ServSafe Manager Tags: class Everett food safety servsafe manager training

Hospitality Summit – Tacoma @ Hotel Murano

Apr 29 @ 12:30 pm – 5:00 pm

Join fellow members of the hospitality industry as we explore topics to help improve how you run your business and increase your bottom line. With keynote speakers who understand your challenges and resources to overcome any obstacle, this event is a must for the industry.

Categories: Event Tags: Event Events Hospitality Summit tacoma

Seattle Restaurant Alliance Membership Meeting

May 1 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am

Each month, members of the Seattle Restaurant Alliance meet for industry updates, presentations on a hot topic and a discussion on a trending topic or best practices. Meetings are also a great place to strengthen your connection to fellow restaurateurs. All Seattle restaurant owners and managers are welcome.

Click here for details on specific meetings.

For questions about meetings, please contact Teddi McGuire at teddim@wahospitality.org.

Hospitality Summit – Olympia @ Worthington Center at Saint Martin's University

May 6 @ 12:30 pm – 5:00 pm

Join fellow members of the hospitality industry as we explore topics to help improve how you run your business and increase your bottom line. With keynote speakers who understand your challenges and resources to overcome any obstacle, this event is a must for the industry.

Categories: Event Tags: Event Events Hospitality Summit Olympia

Seattle ServSafe Manager Class @ Bargreen Ellingson

May 7 @ 8:30 am – 2:30 pm

Registration deadline: April 23

Attendees must register before the deadline. Walk-ins are not accepted and will be turned away.

Member: $150
Non-member: $220

Our ServSafe Manager classes are offered in a one-day review format. Upon registration, attendees will be mailed a ServSafe Manager book to study prior to attending the class. The WHAEF closes registration for classes two weeks in advance of the class date to ensure each attendee has ample time to study.

The day of the class the attendee will received approximately four hours of review of the ServSafe Manager materials. This information is presented through videos, PowerPoint presentations, time for Q&A and led by certified, industry experienced instructors.

Review is followed by the ServSafe Manager exam, proctored by the class instructor. The exam is multiple choice and available in multiple languages, large print and an instructor version are available for those interested in becoming a ServSafe instructor for their own establishment. The instructor exam is only available in English. A passing score is 75% regardless of the exam type.

Successful attendees will receive their ServSafe Manager certificates three to four weeks after the date of the class. Attendees who do not pass the exam can retake the course and exam up to three times in a 12 month period (additional fees for retakes will apply).

Accommodations are able to be made for those who need translators or have a disability

Categories: ServSafe Manager Tags: class food safety Seattle servsafe manager training

Executive Committee Monthly Meeting

May 7 @ 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm

For location details, contact Matt Brost at mattb@wahospitality.org

Retro Trustee Meeting

May 8 @ 9:00 am – 11:30 am

For location details, please contact Kelsi Mayther at kelsim@wahospitality.org.

Seattle Restaurant Alliance Board Meeting

May 8 @ 9:30 am – 10:30 am

For location details, contact Teddi McGuire at teddim@wahospitality.org.

MSC Sub Committee Meeting

May 8 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm

For location details, please contact Kelsi Mayther at kelsim@wahospitality.org.

Seattle Hotel Association Board Meeting

May 9 @ 8:30 am – 10:00 am

For location details, contact Teddi McGuire at teddim@wahospitality.org.

Tacoma ServSafe Manager Class @ Bargreen Ellingson

May 14 @ 8:30 am – 2:30 pm

Registration deadline: April 30

Attendees must register before the deadline. Walk-ins are not accepted and will be turned away.

Member: $150
Non-member: $220

Our ServSafe Manager classes are offered in a one-day review format. Upon registration, attendees will be mailed a ServSafe Manager book to study prior to attending the class. The WHAEF closes registration for classes two weeks in advance of the class date to ensure each attendee has ample time to study.

The day of the class the attendee will receive approximately four hours of review of the ServSafe Manager materials. This information is presented through videos, PowerPoint presentations, time for Q&A and led by certified, industry experienced instructors.

Review is followed by the ServSafe Manager exam, proctored by the class instructor. The exam is multiple choice and available in multiple languages, large print and an instructor version is available for those interested in becoming a ServSafe instructor for their own establishment. The instructor exam is only available in English. A passing score is 75% regardless of the exam type.

Successful attendees will receive their ServSafe Manager certificates three to four weeks after the date of the class. Attendees who do not pass the exam can retake the course and exam up to three times in a 12 month period (additional fees for retakes will apply).

Accommodations are able to be made for those who need translators or have a disability

Categories: ServSafe Manager Tags: class food safety servsafe manager tacoma training

HIHIT Meeting

May 14 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

For location details, please contact Victoria Olson at victoriao@wahospitality.org.

Kent ServSafe Manager Class @ Food Services of America

May 20 @ 8:30 am – 2:30 pm

Registration deadline: April 30

Attendees must register before the deadline. Walk-ins are not accepted and will be turned away.

Member: $150
Non-member: $220

Our ServSafe Manager classes are offered in a one-day review format. Upon registration, attendees will be mailed a ServSafe Manager book to study prior to attending the class. The WHAEF closes registration for classes two weeks in advance of the class date to ensure each attendee has ample time to study.

The day of the class the attendee will received approximately four hours of review of the ServSafe Manager materials. This information is presented through videos, PowerPoint presentations, time for Q&A and led by certified, industry experienced instructors.

Review is followed by the ServSafe Manager exam, proctored by the class instructor. The exam is multiple choice and available in multiple languages, large print and an instructor version is available for those interested in becoming a ServSafe instructor for their own establishment. The instructor exam is only available in English. A passing score is 75% regardless of the exam type.

Successful attendees will receive their ServSafe Manager certificates three to four weeks after the date of the class. Attendees who do not pass the exam can retake the course and exam up to three times in a 12 month period (additional fees for retakes will apply).

Accommodations are able to be made for those who need translators or have a disability

Categories: ServSafe Manager Tags: class food safety kent servsafe manager training

Spokane Hotel Motel Association Meeting

May 21 @ 11:30 am – 12:30 pm

For location details, contact Tobby Hatley at tobbyh@wahospitality.org.

Spokane ServSafe Manager Class @ Sysco

May 23 @ 8:30 am – 2:30 pm

Registration deadline: May 9

Attendees must register before the deadline. Walk-ins are not accepted and will be turned away.

Member: $150
Non-member: $220

Our ServSafe Manager classes are offered in a one-day review format. Upon registration, attendees will be mailed a ServSafe Manager book to study prior to attending the class. The WHAEF closes registration for classes two weeks in advance of the class date to ensure each attendee has ample time to study.

The day of the class the attendee will receive approximately four hours of review of the ServSafe Manager materials. This information is presented through videos, PowerPoint presentations, time for Q&A and led by certified, industry experienced instructors.

The review is followed by the ServSafe Manager exam, proctored by the class instructor. The exam is multiple choice and available in multiple languages, large print and an instructor version are available for those interested in becoming a ServSafe instructor for their own establishment. The instructor exam is only available in English. A passing score is 75% regardless of the exam type.

Successful attendees will receive their ServSafe Manager certificates three to four weeks after the date of the class. Attendees who do not pass the exam can retake the course and exam up to three times in a 12 month period (additional fees for retakes will apply).

Accommodations are able to be made for those who need translators or have a disability

Categories: ServSafe Manager Tags: food safety servsafe manager spokane training

Olympia ServSafe Manager Class @ St. Peter Hospital

May 27 @ 8:30 am – 2:30 pm

Registration deadline: May 13

Attendees must register before the deadline. Walk-ins are not accepted and will be turned away.

Member: $150
Non-member: $220

Our ServSafe Manager classes are offered in a one-day review format. Upon registration, attendees will be mailed a ServSafe Manager book to study prior to attending the class. The WHAEF closes registration for classes two weeks in advance of the class date to ensure each attendee has ample time to study.

The day of the class the attendee will received approximately four hours of review of the ServSafe Manager materials. This information is presented through videos, PowerPoint presentations, time for Q&A and led by certified, industry experienced instructors.

Review is followed by the ServSafe Manager exam, proctored by the class instructor. The exam is multiple choice and available in multiple languages, large print and an instructor version is available for those interested in becoming a ServSafe instructor for their own establishment. The instructor exam is only available in English. A passing score is 75% regardless of the exam type.

Successful attendees will receive their ServSafe Manager certificates three to four weeks after the date of the class. Attendees who do not pass the exam can retake the course and exam up to three times in a 12 month period (additional fees for retakes will apply).

Accommodations are able to be made for those who need translators or have a disability

Categories: ServSafe Manager Tags: class food safety Olympia servsafe manager training

Executive Committee Monthly Meeting

Jun 4 @ 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm

For location details, contact Matt Brost at mattb@wahospitality.org

Seattle Restaurant Alliance Membership Meeting

Jun 5 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am

Each month, members of the Seattle Restaurant Alliance meet for industry updates, presentations on a hot topic and a discussion on a trending topic or best practices. Meetings are also a great place to strengthen your connection to fellow restaurateurs. All Seattle restaurant owners and managers are welcome.

Click here for details on specific meetings.

For questions about meetings, please contact Teddi McGuire at teddim@wahospitality.org.

April – June 2019 Apr – Jun 2019