We are the voice of the California restaurant industry by bringing together our community, impacting legislation & providing valuable resources for members.
Since 1906, the CRA has helped restaurants navigate change, overcome challenges, and grow. Celebrate 120 years of advocacy and support for California’s restaurant community and become a member today: na2.hubs.ly/H066sJS0#CRA120#CalRestaurants#RestaurantStrong
Harassment and discrimination claims are often preventable. On this Ask CRA, Bruno Katz and John Guarino of Wilson Elser discuss documentation, retaliation risks, protected categories, and reducing legal exposure. Listen now: na2.hubs.ly/H0656Hk0#CRAConfidentialBulletin
🎙️ New episode is live!
Bruno Katz & John Guarino of Wilson Elser join Jackie Gutierrez of the CRA to share practical tips on documentation, complaints, retaliation risks, and reducing workplace claim exposure.
Listen now: na2.hubs.ly/H06526L0#CRAConfidentialBulletin
⚖️ CRA News You Need to Know: The CRA shares an update on its SB 343 lawsuit. The law restricts when businesses can label products “recyclable,” even when they are. Learn why the CRA says it undermines recycling efforts and free speech. na2.hubs.ly/H0626hq0
Workplace compliance isn’t just legal; it’s operational.
Join us Weds for a new episode of Ask CRA on the Confidential Bulletin with experts from Wilson Elser breaking down harassment, discrimination, and retaliation risks every restaurant operator should understand. Stay tuned!
HealthiestYou by Teladoc Health gives restaurant employees convenient access to care, including 24/7 virtual visits, mental health support, and more. Join the CRA for exclusive member benefits and discounts from partners like Teladoc: na2.hubs.ly/H061wfQ0#MarketplacePartner
🎉 Celebrating 120 Years of California Restaurants!
For 120 years, the California Restaurant Association has supported and advocated for California’s restaurant industry. Cheers to 120 years, and the next 120 to come! 🥂
Download the #CRA120 toolkit:
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🍽️ The countdown to the California Restaurant Show has begun! We'll, will be on the floor connecting with restaurateurs and hospitality leaders from across California.
🎟️ CRA Members get FREE admission.
📅 Aug. 23–25
📍 Anaheim
Learn more and register: na2.hubs.ly/H05Vs_g0
⚠️ The interactive process isn’t optional, or one-sided.
In the latest CRA Legal Center webinar, we cover mental health accommodations and compliance tips to help reduce legal risk. Join now to watch! na2.hubs.ly/H05Sl_x0#CalRest#HRCompliance#CaliforniaRestaurants
ICYMI 👀
Burnout, stress, and mental health challenges can impact restaurant teams fast. In this Ask CRA episode, Bruno Katz and John Guarino discuss accommodations, compliance, workplace violence prevention, and manager best practices.
Watch now: na2.hubs.ly/H05NHQS0
For 120 years, the CRA has championed CA restaurants 🍽️ through advocacy, lobbying & grassroots action. Together, restaurants create real impact 📢🏆
✅ California Restaurant Act
✅ Statewide menu labeling
✅ PAGA reform
✅ Streamlined restaurant permitting
📦 Do you sell bottled sauces, packaged desserts, coffee, grab-and-go meals, or meal kits under your restaurant brand? If so, California SB 54 may apply to your business in ways you might not expect. Explore the resources: na2.hubs.ly/H05H-840
SB 54 deadline is June 1. Could your restaurant be considered a “producer”? Courtney breaks down which restaurants may fall under California’s EPR rules, key compliance factors, and where to find CRA CalRecycle guidance. Watch now: na2.hubs.ly/H05MPs50
Burnout and mental health challenges can escalate quickly in restaurant environments. In the latest Ask CRA episode, Wilson Elser attorneys Bruno Katz and John Guarino share guidance on accommodations and reducing workplace risk.
📺 Watch now: na2.hubs.ly/H05KY0K0
The CRA will be closed on Monday, May 25th, for Memorial Day. We take this time to remember and honor those who have served. Regular hours will resume on Tuesday.
⚠️ New legal insight for CA restaurants: When does SB 54 “producer” status hit the kitchen? The CRA partnered with Fisher Phillips to provide an exclusive member insight: “CA SB 54 and the Restaurant Sector — When ‘Producer’ Status Hits the Kitchen.”
👉 na2.hubs.ly/H05HV4W0
🚨 California restaurants: Have you reviewed your SB 54 “producer” status yet? While most restaurants won’t qualify as “producers” under SB 54, some businesses may have registration, reporting, or fee obligations. Learn more here: na2.hubs.ly/H05HXG90
Mental health in the workplace isn’t just culture, it’s also compliance.
Next week on Ask CRA, Wilson Elser attorneys Bruno Katz & John Guarino cover accommodations, documentation, workplace violence prevention, and manager training for operators.
#HRCompliance#AskCRA
DOLLARS AND SENSE: High school students are getting ready for college and preparing to enter the workforce. But as a local teen, and @condiejot, the president and CEO @calrestaurants explain, that’s easier said than done. We discuss the challenges teens are up against. @ABC10