If one thing is certain, COVID-19 has a way of negatively impacting our most vulnerable populations. And there is no doubt, the most vulnerable population during the coronavirus pandemic are people over the age of 65. This is not only due to increased age, but also “underlying health conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, or […]
Health & Hygiene
How COVID-19 Permanently Changed Restaurant Service Standards
To date, there is no connection between the intake of food and the contraction of the coronavirus. So that means the restaurant industry has remained the same, right? Wrong. As we know, the customer is not only buying food from a restaurant. They are buying an experience. So how do restaurants survive in a time when person […]
COVID-19 Second Wave? How to prepare
Sometimes you have to ask the tough questions. “Is my business ready for a second wave?”, “Are we fostering a comfortable and safe environment for staff and customers?”, or “Do we have the proper health and safety precautions in place?” The idea of a second wave of coronavirus is not one anyone likes to entertain […]
What are Consumers’ Priorities During Reopening?
As the country grapples with the realities of reopening, the public is eager yet cautious to return to activities that provide a sense of normalcy. While we can collectively agree that “normal” may be a moving target, many consumers are interested in returning to shopping, dining, and other tasks. In this post, we’re going to take a look at what Americans are expecting […]
A Closer Look Partners with Texas Restaurant Association and Dallas College to Launch New Health & Hygiene Training Certification Program
Texas Restaurant Promise Certification Program aims to train staff and build customer confidence in wake of COVID-19 ATLANTA, GA – A Closer Look, in partnership with the Texas Restaurant Association (TRA) and Dallas College, announce the launch of the new Texas Restaurant Promise Certification Program that will train, inspect, and certify restaurants on the additional […]