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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

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Phone2Action Alert: Labor & Industries Proposes Salary Threshold of up to $75,000!

Over the last six months, the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries has worked with stakeholders to update the “white collar” exemptions under the Minimum Wage Act for Executive,

October 11, 2018

Theme Restaurants: Making the leap from fad to fixture

Restaurants filled with pop-culture memorabilia, kitschy menus and gift shops were a driving force of dining trends in the 1980s and early 1990s. Part tourist attraction and part dining establishment, it seemed theme restaurants were everywhere. (Nation’s Restaurant News)

September 21, 2018

Report: US travel market remains strong

Marcus & Millichap reported a positive outlook for U.S. hotels as confidence remains high among both consumers and business owners. Marcus & Millichap this week released its Q3 2018 National Hospitality Report. According to the report, summer travel is expected to exceed last year’s numbers by 6 percent, which is expected to, in turn, continue boosting already high occupancies. (Lodging)

September 21, 2018

Chipotle taps Zenput to ensure food safety standards

Chipotle Mexican Grill plans to improve restaurant operations, including following its food safety protocols, through the deployment of Zenput. The San Francisco-based company’s software is primarily used by brands such as Domino’s Pizza, KFC, and 7-Eleven to audit restaurant operations remotely. (Nation’s Restaurant News)

September 21, 2018

Weekly Update: New 2019 Minimum Wage Announced in Tacoma

October 18, 2018

Our Story: How Washington Hospitality Association Launched its Brand

October 17, 2018

Two Minute Video: What you need to know 10/16/18

October 16, 2018

The Right Time in Your Career? (Earn a Hospitality MBA!)

October 16, 2018

What’s at Stake in Your Brand

October 15, 2018

Tri-Cities Government Affairs Regional Meeting @ The Lodge at Columbia Point

Oct 24 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Spokane ServSafe Manager Class

Oct 25 @ 8:30 am – 2:30 pm

Registration deadline: October 11

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

Washington Hospitality Board of Directors Quarterly Meeting

Oct 30 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

For additional information, please contact Zooie Arnold at zooiea@wahospitality.org.

MSC Board Meeting

Oct 31 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Education Foundation Board Meeting

Nov 6 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

For location details, please contact Carol Gardner at carolg@wahospitality.org.

Seattle ServSafe Manager Class

Nov 6 @ 8:30 am – 2:30 pm

Registration deadline: October 23

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 Seattle servsafe manager training

Executive Committee Monthly Meeting

Nov 6 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

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

Seattle Hotel Association Board Meeting

Nov 8 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Seattle Hotel Association Membership Meeting

Nov 8 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

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

Seattle Hotel Association Membership Meeting

Nov 8 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

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

Washington Hospitality Convention @ Hyatt Regency Lake Washington at Seattle's Southport

Nov 11 @ 4:00 pm – Nov 13 @ 12:30 pm

Visit www.wahospitalityconvention.com for details and to register.

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Kent ServSafe Manager Class

Nov 12 @ 8:00 am – 2:00 pm

Registration deadline: October 29

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

Renton Government Affairs Regional Meeting @ Hyatt Regency Lake Washington at Seattle's Southport

Nov 13 @ 10:30 am – 12:30 pm

Retro Trustee Meeting

Nov 14 @ 9:00 am – 11:30 am

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

Seattle Restaurant Alliance Board Meeting

Nov 14 @ 9:30 am – 11:00 am

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

Tacoma ServSafe Manager Class

Nov 15 @ 8:30 am – 2:30 pm

Registration deadline: November 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

Categories: ServSafe Manager Tags: class servsafe manager tacoma training

MSC Sub Committee Meeting

Nov 15 @ 9:00 am – 2:00 pm

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

Spokane Hotel Motel Association Meeting

Nov 20 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

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

Spokane Chapter Board Meeting

Nov 20 @ 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm

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

Executive Committee Monthly Meeting

Dec 4 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

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

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