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Gender-neutral signage for single-use facilities in King County

Starting Dec. 1, 2019, restaurants in King County with single-use toilet facilities shall not be restricted to a specific sex or gender identity, and must use gender-neutral signage to indicate

June 6, 2019

Weekly Update: WIN! Governor signs bill to protect hospitality employees, requires panic buttons

WIN! Governor signs bill to protect hospitality employees, requires panic buttons On Monday Gov. Jay Inslee signed Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 5258, preventing the sexual harassment and sexual assault of

May 16, 2019

Governor signs bill to protect hotel and motel workers, requires panic buttons

OLYMPIA, Wash. – On Monday, May 13, Gov. Jay Inslee signed Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 5258, preventing the sexual harassment and sexual assault of certain isolated workers, into law. The

May 13, 2019

Short-term rental legislation signed into law, increases consumer safety

OLYMPIA, Wash. – On Thursday, Gov. Jay Inslee signed Substitute House Bill 1798, concerning short-term rentals, into law. This bill was a top priority for the Washington Hospitality Association during

May 9, 2019

Two Minute Video: What you need to know 6/18/19

June 18, 2019

Weekly Update: Overtime threshold fact sheet

June 14, 2019

L&I Fact Sheet: Proposed changes to Washington overtime rules

June 13, 2019

Nine of the most important food code revisions you need to know about

June 13, 2019

Draft Food Code public presentations in July, dates announced

June 13, 2019

Everett ServSafe Manager Class @ Food Services of America

Jun 24 @ 8:30 am – 2:30 pm

Registration deadline: June 10

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

Seattle ServSafe Manager Class @ Bargreen Ellingson

Jul 2 @ 8:30 am – 2:30 pm

Registration deadline: June 18

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

Jul 2 @ 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm

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

Seattle Restaurant Alliance Membership Meeting

Jul 10 @ 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 Restaurant Alliance Board Meeting

Jul 17 @ 9:30 am – 10:30 am

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

Seattle Hotel Association Board Meeting

Jul 18 @ 8:30 am – 10:00 am

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

Finance Committee Meeting

Jul 23 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

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

Spokane ServSafe Manager Class @ Food Services of America

Jul 25 @ 8:30 am – 2:30 pm

Registration deadline: July 11

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

MSC Board Meeting

Jul 31 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

Education Foundation Board Meeting

Jul 31 @ 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm

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

Executive Committee Monthly Meeting

Aug 6 @ 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm

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

Retro Trustee Meeting

Aug 7 @ 9:00 am – 11:30 am

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

HIHIT Meeting

Aug 13 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

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

Seattle Restaurant Alliance Board Meeting

Aug 14 @ 9:30 am – 10:30 am

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

Seattle Hotel Association Board Meeting

Aug 15 @ 8:30 am – 10:00 am

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

Golf FORE! Education @ Washington National Golf Course

Aug 27 @ 10:30 am – 8:00 pm

Please visit the Golf FORE! Education website, listed above, for more details about this event.

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Executive Committee Monthly Meeting

Sep 3 @ 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm

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

Seattle Restaurant Alliance Membership Meeting

Sep 4 @ 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.

Editorial Board

Sep 4 @ 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm

Board Development Committee Meeting

Sep 10 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am

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

June – September 2019 Jun – Sep 2019