Tag: NYS Department of Labor
New York State Launches New Hotline for Complaints of Workplace Sexual...
Last month, New York Governor Hochul announced the launch of a state-wide, toll-free, confidential hotline for complaints of workplace sexual harassment. The hotline was implemented pursuant to an amendment earlier this year of the New York State Human Rights Law, N.Y. Exec. Law...
NYC Hospitality Alliance Host Diversity Event with Tao Group and Garden...
With a goal of spotlighting perspectives on resilience, serving the community, and strengthening inclusion, the New York City Hospitality Alliance was thrilled to team with the Tao Group and MSG’s Garden of Dreams last month on a very special event. The 60-minute in-person event...
Why Hospitality Management Is An Ideal Career In 2020
As the world we live in experiences innovation and modernization, it would certainly not be wrong to state that everything surrounding us requires high management and supervision. New and advanced analytical techniques are being introduced...
Thoughts On Saving NYC’s Oldest Tavern And Beloved Small Businesses
Last month it was reported that Neir’s Tavern, a 190-year-old watering hole with the claim of being New York City’s oldest bar was shuttering. The owner of the famed bar that appeared in Martin Scorsese’s iconic film Goodfellas...
NYC City Council Votes To Force Cashless Restaurants To Accept Cash
The City Council passed a bill late last month that will make cashless-only policies illegal across the city and hit businesses with hefty fines of $1,000 to $1,500 if they fail to accept cash payments from customers.
Tip Credit Remains and Lien Bill Vetoed
We’re providing you with important updates... and, great news to start the new year. First, the hospitality industry Tip Credit will remain in effect. Second, the Lien Bill was vetoed by Governor Cuomo. You can read about both issues below.
Gov. Cuomo Presents New York Restaurants With Special Holiday Gift
With the release of a NYSDOL report about wages and payment practices, Governor Andrew Cuomo has said that he is ready to sign off on the restaurant industry saving findings and move forward
Seven Years Of Making NYC Hospitality Better
Earlier this month, the NYC Hospitality Alliance celebrated its 7th Anniversary representing and serving restaurant and nightlife establishments throughout the five boroughs at the chic Ascent Lounge.