Cost-saving Programs

Merchants Take Swipe at the New Debit Fees

Merchants Take Swipe at the New Debit Fees

The Wall Street Journal has published an eye-opening article about debit card transaction fees, “Merchants Take Swipe At the New Debit Fees” states: Continue reading

Training & Education

ServSafe Alcohol is now online

ServSafe Alcohol is now online

The WRAEF played a key role in the Liquor Control Board’s approval allowing mandatory alcohol …

Events

It’s time to speak up! 2012 Hill Climb coming January 23

It’s time to speak up! 2012 Hill Climb coming January 23

Last year’s legislative session was one of the most challenging in the state’s history.Now we’re going round two. Continue reading

Political Advocacy

Hot Off the Grill: Legislative progress amid winter weather chaos

Hot Off the Grill: Legislative progress amid winter weather chaos

Despite record snowfall, impassable roads and power outages in Olympia, the state Legislature forged ahead with hearings and business until power gave out in their office buildings. When the computers no longer functioned, and the hearing rooms went dark, most of the Committees gave up and departed. Continue reading

Resources

Faces of Diversity and Restaurant Neighbor Awards deadline extended

Faces of Diversity and Restaurant Neighbor Awards deadline extended

The National Restaurant Association has extended the nominations deadline for its annual Faces of Diversity and Restaurant Neighbor Awards until Jan. 7, 2012. Both awards programs honor those members of the quick service, fast casual, casual, fine dining and contract foodservice segments who best represent the restaurant industry’s ideals. Continue reading

Membership

Recognizing leaders across Washington

Recognizing leaders across Washington

The WRA Industry Leadership Awards recognize Washington restaurant industry leaders for their contributions to communities, to the success of a restaurant(s) and for leadership in the industry. Continue reading