Stay updated with breaking news from Anthony Anton. Get real-time updates on events, politics, business, and more. Visit us for reliable news and exclusive interviews.
Walk into the Elk today, and you won't be asked to put on a mask. Last month, Washington state's mask rules changed to say that...
As businesses emerge from the pandemic they're facing a labor shortage and it's affecting everything from Main Street retail to the corporate world. "I've not seen anything like this market. It's been absolutely crazy," said Kristin Jiles, an eSearchPro executive sales and marketing recruiter. "I have employers that I work with that are wanting to see 3, 4, 5, 6 candidates before they make a decision, and unfortunately, there aren't 3, 4, 5, 6 quality candidates." The same story is playing out across other sectors like retail. "We are short workers and people are doing everything to get peopl...
States across the nation are opening up amid the pandemic. Washington's latest health rules are adding a new layer of frustration for employers and workers alike.
Washington restaurants face staffing shortages as they plan for reopening According to the Washington Hospitality Association, the restaurant industry in Washinton state is 100,000 workers short of what it was pre-pandemic. Author: Kaila Lafferty (KING5) Updated: 6:50 AM PDT May 17, 2021 While this is good news for restaurants, they’re facing a new challenge: hiring people to fill vacant jobs. According to the Washington Hospitality Association, the restaurant industry in Washington is 100,000 workers short of what it was pre-pandemic. As restaurant owners st...
'We canât find people anywhere:' Washington restaurant owners face staffing shortage Restaurant owners face staffing shortage The next time youâre walking around the neighborhood take a look around at the storefronts of businesses, chances are youâll see some "Help Wanted" signs. WEST SEATTLE, Wash. - The next time you’re walking around the neighborhood take a look around at the storefronts of businesses, chances are you’ll see some "Help Wanted" signs. "Most restaurants I know are short on cooks and front-of-house staff and we can’t find people anywhere," said Dan Austin...