Covid-19 Layoffs Creating Hiring Opportunities
Published 3/16/20 by Senior Housing News
The closing of bars, restaurants and nightclubs throughout the country in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic has resulted in many layoffs. With more hospitality workers unemployed, there is an opportunity for senior living providers to increase staffing in these areas, including dining.
Covid-19 Layoffs Creating Hiring Opportunities
Published 3/16/20 by Senior Housing News
The closing of bars, restaurants and nightclubs throughout the country in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic has resulted in many layoffs. With more hospitality workers unemployed, there is an opportunity for senior living providers to increase staffing in these areas, including dining.
News Archives: December-August 2018
Administration
Avoiding Legal Issues With Off-Clock Labor
Published 10/11/18 by Restaurant Hospitality
Requiring just a few extra minutes of employees' time when they are off the clock may be subject to extra compensation. Employers must have clear procedures in place for clocking in and out as well as knowing state and federal regulations.
News Archives: December-August 2019
Administration
The Art of Social Media Food Photos
Published 12/2/19 by Senior Housing News
Enticing prospective employees does not always have to be lip service. Sharing photos of dishes on social media and the eye appeal they provide can also lure workers to a community, as one organization discovered. The premise is allowing staff to get creative with their menu items and make work enjoyable.
Predictive Scheduling to Emerge
Published 8/14/19 by Restaurant Hospitality
Laws in cities nationwide will soon require dining managers to provide 10-14 days scheduling notice to employees, citing the flexibility in allowing staff to manage child care, go to school or work another job. Penalties and litigation could face those not complying with the new mandates.
Related: How Restaurant Employee Scheduling Leads to Success
Clinical
Medicare Nutrition Benefit Little Known
Published 9/9/19 by Kaiser Health News
A Medicare benefit covering nutrition counseling for diabetes and kidney disease patients is underutilized, mainly because many eligible beneficiaries are not aware of it. One possible reason is many physicians are also not aware of this offering, which can enhance wellness and lower health care costs.
Production
Microfarms, 'Cloud Kitchens' Yield Fresh Food at Lower Costs
Published 12/4/19 by Senior Housing News
On-site microfarms and "cloud kitchens" are helping reduce food costs through hydroponic growing of vegetables and meal delivery without the overhead of a dining room. Residents are also able to grow their own fresh greens hydroponically, another example of promoting resident choice.