You should all have worked through a comprehensive plan to re-open by now, however we thought it timely to remind you of a few things needed to succesfuly negotiate this next period. Successful restauratuers have a strong relationship with suppliers. On the radio the other day Al Brown said ‘staff and suppliers are family’. That is Read on
The Restaurant Association has created guidance for all food and beverage businesses, including bars, and food trucks to operate at Level 2. These guidelines have been created with input from relevant Government agencies. The newly released COVID-19 Public Health Response Act (Alert Level 2) Order 2020, which commenced on 14th May, has required a number Read on
The Restaurant Association is calling on the government to provide additional fiscal relief to the hospitality industry as it continues to report losses. “The reopening of takeaways at Alert Level 3 was a step in the right direction but was never going to be a silver bullet. Some of the figures we’ve heard from members Read on
Throughout the state of emergency as a result of the global Covid-19 pandemic, the Restaurant Association has worked hard to advocate on behalf of New Zealand’s hospitality industry. We have repeatedly challenged the Government to address the needs of our industry. We highlight the areas that our members say demand the greatest attention and provide Read on
Show the faces behind your business As humans we tend to work on emotive responses. We’re all facing this pandemic, seeing a face behind your business shows your customers (and potential customers) that you’re facing this with them. Building up this relatability also builds trust and ultimately loyal and supportive customers. Use social media to Read on
Here is a list of B2B services that have offerings to help support the hospitality industry through the COVID-19 crisis. There are some amazing and generous offers from so many businesses, if you have a service you would like to include here, please contact us. This list will be updated regularly, check back for more. Read on
1 May, 2020 The Minister of Finance, Grant Robertson has announced that the Government will provide interest free loans for a year to small businesses impacted by the COVID-19. While this isn’t exactly what the Restaurant Association has been lobbying for, this may provide some immediate cashflow relief for some members. We outline below the Read on
The New Zealand workforce has been cornered into a period of rapid change and economic shift.Every Tuesday, the Herald will bring job seekers and small-business owners tips from the experts on how to prepare and pivot their careers in uncertain times. Hundreds of displaced hospitality and tourism workers are getting support and advice from a Read on
MEDIA RELEASE The Restaurant Association is calling on Kiwis to support the local hospitality industry during the Covid-19 outbreak. “Our industry has been hurting over the last two months but we’re a passionate bunch and those that are reopening are looking forward to serving their local communities again,” says Restaurant Association Chief Executive Marisa Bidois. Read on
Eight industry groups representing business have joined forces to call on the Government to urgently increase protection for commercial tenants in the face of rents that are now completely unaffordable under the COVID-19 lockdown and now pose a serious threat of causing business failures and job losses. The business groups are asking for: An immediate Read on
Guidelines for the hospitality industry The contactless delivery and pick-up programme guideline is intended to provide guidance for food and beverage businesses, as New Zealand moves into Alert Level 3. The guidance is for all food and beverage businesses, including those within accommodation providers and those without premises typically open to customers – such as Read on
We’ll soon be moving out of Alert Level 4 and in preparation for this employers need to start preparing for a safe return to work. Worksafe have prepared some guidance for businesses on transitioning from Level 4, including information about the Covid-19 safety plan that all businesses that resume operations need to have in place. Read on