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Having trouble locating a government agency? Not to worry, below are several of the most frequently used agencies for the restaurant and hospitality industry:

Washington State District Finder

Washington State Legislature

Washington State Senate

Washington State House of Representatives

Washington State Department of Health

Washington Department of Revenue Tax Rate Lookup

Washington State Department of Labor and Industries

Washington State Liquor Control Board

Washington Department of Commerce Small Business Services Page

Governor Inslee’s web site

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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

The fast-food CEO who took over Burger King when he was 32 explains how to find and develop young talent, and how to rise in your own career

Daniel Schwartz is the CEO of Restaurant Brands International, which owns Burger King, Tim Horton’s, and Popeyes. Schwartz started at the investment firm 3G Capital, which appointed him CFO as Burger King before promoting him to CEO of the company in 2013, when he was only 32. (Business Insider)

November 14, 2018

Eateries, retailers compete for holiday help

The labor crunch is only going to get worse as Thanksgiving and Christmas loom, and restaurants and retailers across the U.S. are tossing out perks to fill their workforce holes before the holiday rush. In the Washington D.C. area, cooks at Clyde’s Restaurant Group eateries can now clock out, grab a seat at the bar and get a 25-percent discount on oysters and wine. (Bloomberg)

November 14, 2018

Starbucks to cut 5% of its corporate workforce

Starbucks is laying off 5 percent of its corporate workforce, according to a memo obtained by CNBC. The coffee giant had previously indicated it would cut non-retail employees as it shakes up its organizational structure. (CNBC)

November 14, 2018

Paid Family and Medical Leave in Washington

December 10, 2018

Business is open during “Seattle Squeeze”

December 7, 2018

Weekly Update: Comments Needed on Overtime Draft Rules

December 6, 2018

Planning for Paid Family Medical Leave

December 6, 2018

[Action Alert] New Overtime Rules Propose $56,000-$70,000 as Salary Threshold

December 4, 2018

Seattle ServSafe Manager Class @ SODO

Jan 8 @ 8:30 am – 2:30 pm

Registration deadline: December 25

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

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Executive Committee Monthly Meeting

Jan 8 @ 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm

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

Seattle Restaurant Alliance Membership Meeting

Jan 9 @ 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.

Seattle Hotel Association Board Meeting

Jan 10 @ 8:30 am – 10:00 am

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

Spokane Hotel Motel Association Meeting

Jan 10 @ 11:30 am – 12:30 pm

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

Tacoma ServSafe Manager Class

Jan 15 @ 8:30 am – 2:30 pm

Registration deadline: January 1

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

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Board Development Committee Meeting

Jan 15 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am

This meeting is via conference call. For call details, contact Matt Brost at mattb@wahospitality.org.

Seattle Restaurant Alliance Board Meeting

Jan 16 @ 9:30 am – 10:30 am

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

Kent ServSafe Manager Class

Jan 21 @ 8:30 am – 2:30 pm

Registration deadline: January 7

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 kent servsafe manager training

Finance Committee Meeting

Jan 22 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

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

Hill Climb @ Washington State Capital Campus

Jan 28 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

For additional information, please contact Katie Doyle at katied@wahospitality.org.

Washington Hospitality Board of Directors Quarterly Meeting

Jan 29 @ 8:00 am – 3:00 pm

For additional information, please contact Matt Brost at mattb@wahospitality.org.

MSC Board Meeting

Jan 30 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

Education Foundation Board Meeting

Jan 30 @ 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm

For more information email Carol Gardner at carolg@wahospitality.org

Spokane ServSafe Manager Class

Jan 31 @ 8:30 am – 2:30 pm

Registration deadline: January 17

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: food safety servsafe manager spokane training

Executive Committee Monthly Meeting

Feb 5 @ 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm

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

Seattle Restaurant Alliance Membership Meeting

Feb 6 @ 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.

HIHIT Meeting

Feb 12 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

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

Retro Trustee Meeting

Feb 13 @ 9:00 am – 11:30 am

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

Seattle Restaurant Alliance Board Meeting

Feb 13 @ 9:30 am – 10:30 am

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

January – February 2019 Jan – Feb 2019