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Year-End Tax Planning Tips for Restaurants

By admin / Healthy Growth Blog / December 13, 2022

Owning and operating a restaurant can have significant perks, with a side of complexities. Mainly, understanding and forecasting taxes for restaurants, which can cause headaches among other responsibilities. Proactive tax planning is a must and should be completed prior to 12/31 of the calendar year to identify opportunities. Tax rules often change; best practice recommends business owners should understand the rules as stated currently, while being aware of potential future changes.

Understanding Tipped Overtime Calculations

By admin / Healthy Growth Blog / December 9, 2022

Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), most restaurant employees are classified as non-exempt and entitled to overtime pay of 1 and ½ times their regular rate of pay. Calculating overtime pay can be challenging, especially for tipped employees.

Managing Food Costs and Inflation

By admin / Healthy Growth Blog / December 7, 2022

With the current issues surrounding inflation, here are key steps for restaurants to manage the costs of food.

The Time of Year for the “Gift” Card that Keeps on Giving

By admin / Healthy Growth Blog / October 13, 2022

It’s the time of year to give and receive gift cards, which can be beneficial to all involved. For restaurants, are you classifying the revenue correctly? Learn the key factors for proper gift card calculations.

Six Steps to Navigate Inflation for Restaurant Owners

By admin / Healthy Growth Blog / October 13, 2022

Inflating is impacting all businesses, including restaurants as diners are cutting back extra spending. Here are six ways to navigate inflation to help your restaurant’s bottom line.