20 days agoMaine Launches Grant Program to Expand Free School Meals to Off-Site Pre-K Programs
Maine's new grant initiative will extend free school meal eligibility to pre-K children in off-site programs. This move addresses funding gaps and emphasizes the state's commitment to equitable child nutrition. Vendors in food service and childcare should seize upcoming opportunities for grant applications.
44 days agoDOL Enforces Labor Standards, Reclaims $200K from Oregon Eatery
The U.S. Department of Labor has successfully recovered over **$200,000** in back wages from Oregon's **Taste of India 1** due to Fair Labor Standards Act noncompliance. This event serves as a critical reminder for procurement professionals in the food service sector to ensure compliance with federal labor regulations to mitigate penalties.
51 days agoDOL Uncovers Labor Violations at Kkoki Korean BBQ in Oregon
The U.S. Department of Labor has enforced penalties against Kkoki Korean BBQ for labor law violations. Organizations in the food service sector must strengthen compliance to avoid similar challenges, particularly regarding youth labor protections and wage regulations.