Employers in the hospitality industry have been through it all in recent years – from the devastation of the pandemic to ongoing labor shortages to an impending recession.

These challenges and dramatic changes have surely motivated you to come up with creative ways to recruit, retain, and reward employees. Unfortunately, however, your innovative solutions might also create wage and hour risks if you are unaware of certain legal requirements.

Indeed, the adage “no good deed goes unpunished” often rings true when it comes to compensating your employees – but we’re here to help. What are the top seven wage and hour mistakes hospitality employers make and how can you avoid them?

1. Donating the Proceeds...