De-escalation Webinar, Latest CDC Guidance, Foodware Upon Request Ordinance

Webinar on Vaccination Requirement for Indoor Dining and De-Escalation Strategies

Join the IRA and panelists from law firm Laner Muchin and security agency Extrity Services next Thursday, January 27 at 10:00 a.m. for a webinar offering guidance for implementing the vaccination requirement for indoor dining in Chicago and Cook County, and tips for preventing and resolving potential conflicts.

Learn best practices for managing the vaccination requirement and maintaining a friendly and respectful guest experience.

Este seminario web se transmitirá en inglés y español.

Click here to register.

One Pager on Latest CDC Guidance from ServSafe

The National Restaurant Association and ServSafe have developed a a handy one-pager with updated guidelines for operators and their staff on what to do during potential isolation and quarantining for Covid-19 exposure.

Click here to review the guidance.

Chicago Foodware Upon Request Ordinance Now in Effect

As of Tuesday, January 18, the city of Chicago’s ordinance that regulates the offering of single-use foodware at takeout or delivery from restaurants is now in effect. The ordinance requires restaurants to provide single-use foodware - such as napkins, disposable utensils, or condiment packets - for delivery or takeout only upon request from the customer or at a self-service station.

Restaurants must post signage at their establishment, and they are encouraged to post the signage at any location where delivery or take-out orders may be placed in order make customers aware of the requirements.

Additionally, restaurants are required to provide options for customers to affirmatively
request single-use foodware when ordering for delivery or take-out. This requirement applies to all ordering or point of sale platforms, including internet enabled applications, digital platforms, phone orders, and in-person ordering. 

Click here to visit BACP's Single Use Foodware Ordinance webpage.

Mobile Testing Throughout Chicago Available

IRA member Cheesie's/Whiskey Business is currently working to provide COVID-19 test solutions to Chicago area businesses and their employees. On-site and off-site appointments are regularly available.

Click here to learn more and set up an appointment.

ServSafe Ops Now Available for IRA Members, Upcoming Webinar

ServSafe Ops is a new application developed by the National Restaurant Association to help assist restaurants with operational efficiency, compliance guidelines, training, and providing information to their employees.

This easy-to-use app is free to IRA members for six months.

Join us for a webinar on Tuesday, February 8 at 10:00 a.m. to review the program and have your questions answered.

Click here to register.