US Restaurant Documents
Federal requirements from OSHA, FDA, EEOC, and the IRS — plus state-specific compliance documents. Every document generated for your restaurant, referencing the exact laws that apply to you.
Federal Requirements
These documents are required by federal law for every restaurant in the United States, regardless of state.
OSHA Workplace Safety Plan
Comprehensive workplace safety plan covering hazard communication, injury prevention, and OSHA compliance for your restaurant.
ADA Accessibility Compliance Policy
Policy ensuring your restaurant meets ADA accessibility requirements for customers and employees with disabilities.
FDA Food Code Compliance Plan
Food safety plan based on the FDA Food Code covering time-temperature control, personal hygiene, and contamination prevention.
EEOC Anti-Discrimination Policy
Workplace anti-discrimination and harassment policy complying with federal employment discrimination laws.
IRS Payroll & Tax Compliance Procedures
Payroll tax withholding, reporting, and compliance procedures for restaurant employers.
FLSA Wage & Hour Policy
Federal minimum wage, overtime, tip credit, and record-keeping policy for restaurant employees.
FMLA Family & Medical Leave Policy
Family and medical leave policy providing eligible employees up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave.
FSMA Compliance Plan
Preventive controls plan under the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act for restaurant food safety.
IRS Tip Reporting Compliance
Tip reporting procedures including employee tip records, Form 4070, and annual Form 8027 reporting.
Workers' Compensation Overview
Overview of workers' compensation insurance requirements, claim procedures, and return-to-work policies for restaurants.
Child Labor Law Compliance
Federal child labor law compliance covering work hours, prohibited tasks, and documentation for minor employees.
EPA Waste & Grease Management Plan
Waste management plan covering grease trap maintenance, food waste disposal, hazardous waste, and EPA compliance.
I-9 Employment Verification Procedures
Employment eligibility verification procedures using Form I-9 for all new restaurant hires.
Tip Pooling & Distribution Policy
Policy governing tip pooling arrangements, tip credits, and fair distribution of gratuities among front-of-house and back-of-house staff.
Food Allergy Emergency Response Plan
Emergency response protocol for allergic reactions in your restaurant, including staff training, epinephrine administration, and communication procedures.
Music Licensing Compliance Guide
Guide to music licensing requirements for restaurants, covering performing rights organizations, license types, and compliance procedures.
Third-Party Delivery Platform Compliance
Compliance guide for restaurants using DoorDash, Uber Eats, Grubhub, and other third-party delivery platforms, covering food safety, pricing, and regulatory requirements.
Infectious Disease & Pandemic Preparedness Policy
Policy covering infectious disease prevention, sick employee procedures, and pandemic response planning for your restaurant.
Outdoor Dining & Sidewalk Cafe Compliance
Compliance guide for outdoor dining areas covering permits, ADA accessibility, fire safety, and health department requirements.
Responsible Alcohol Service Policy
Policy for responsible alcohol service covering server training, ID verification, intoxicated patron procedures, and dram shop liability protection.
State-Specific Documents
Each state has its own restaurant regulations covering minimum wage, food handler certifications, liquor licensing, and more. Select your state for documents tailored to your local requirements.
California
CA~76,000 restaurants
Min wage: $16.00/hr
View documents →Texas
TX~58,000 restaurants
Min wage: $7.25/hr (federal minimum)
View documents →Florida
FL~47,000 restaurants
Min wage: $13.00/hr
View documents →New York
NY~50,000 restaurants
Min wage: $15.00+/hr (varies by region; NYC $16.00/hr, Long Island & Westchester $16.00/hr, rest of state $15.00/hr)
View documents →Illinois
IL~25,000 restaurants
Min wage: $14.00/hr
View documents →Pennsylvania
PA~22,000 restaurants
Min wage: $7.25/hr (federal minimum — no state increase above federal)
View documents →Ohio
OH~20,000 restaurants
Min wage: $10.45/hr (adjusted annually by CPI per Ohio Constitution Art. II §34a)
View documents →Georgia
GA~18,000 restaurants
Min wage: $7.25/hr (state minimum is $5.15/hr but federal $7.25 applies to FLSA-covered employers, which includes most restaurants)
View documents →North Carolina
NC~19,000 restaurants
Min wage: $7.25/hr (federal minimum — no state increase above federal)
View documents →Washington
WA~16,000 restaurants
Min wage: $16.66/hr (adjusted annually by CPI per Initiative 1433; one of the highest state minimums)
View documents →Massachusetts
MA~15,000 restaurants
Min wage: $15.00/hr
View documents →Virginia
VA~16,000 restaurants
Min wage: $12.41/hr (increasing to $13.50 on January 1, 2026 per VA Code §40.1-28.10)
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