When 32,000 Small Businesses Close, Restaurants Must Double Down on Their People

America’s small business ecosystem is under pressure. Recent reports show 32,000 small businesses have exited the market, with restaurants among the hardest hit. High turnover, rising labor costs, compliance complexity, supply chain instability, and profitability challenges have left owners wondering: “What do I need to prioritize so I don’t become part of that statistic?” At […]
Payroll & HR for Washington, D.C. Restaurants: People-First, Built for Busy Service Teams

Running a restaurant in the District is a contact sport, high volume, high expectations, and constant change. PeopleWorX pairs modern payroll + HR tech with a named, dedicated rep who knows DC’s rules (and your floor plan). The result: fewer surprises, faster pay cycles, and happier teams. Content DC Compliance Watch (Quick Hitters) Why PeopleWorX […]
Restaurant Hiring Challenges, How WOTC + PeopleWorX Can Help You Build a Stronger, More Cost-Effective Workforce

The restaurant industry has long dealt with high turnover, seasonal staffing fluctuations, and narrow profit margins, and recent pressures have only made this worse. Rising labor costs, inflation, supply-chain disruptions, and shifting workforce availability are squeezing margins even tighter. But what if there were a way to expand your talent pool, reduce labor costs, and […]
HR Red Flags in Restaurant Scheduling & Tip Reporting

The Restaurant HR Balancing Act In the restaurant world, managing schedules and tracking tips isn’t just about logistics, it’s about compliance, trust, and retention. For many restaurant owners, balancing workforce needs with complex labor laws and tip reporting requirements is one of the biggest HR headaches. But when scheduling or tip reporting go wrong, the […]