Minimum wage is a hot topic in the country right now. In an industry where standard labor costs are already pretty high at 30-35% of total sales, we don't need to tell you that wage increases are hurting business owners. Advocates for a higher minimum wage say that too many restaurant employees aren't receiving enough from their tips to live on. But does a higher wage really help? Find out in the video below.
Both sides of the fence:
- Anti-Wage Increase: Consequences of a Tipped Wage Increase
- Pro-Wage Increase: The Minimum Wage Movement is Leaving Tipped Workers Behind
What do you think? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
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