Washington state is open for business! The resources and information on this page are designed to help your business recover from the impact of the coronavirus pandemic. If you need more specific guidance, or if you have additional questions, please call your Territory Manager or email:
communications@wahospitality.org.
Entertainment Reopening Guide
TOP RESOURCES
[Toolkit] — Vaccine and mask options (and requirements) for your business
- Resources and options as you consider mask and vaccine policies that work best for your business.
- High resolution PDF signs you can download and display in your business.
Current Guidance and Requirements
- Up-to-date business guidance and recommendations from the governor’s office and state agencies.
- Find resources and fresh ideas to help you staff up in our tight labor market and challenging times.
[Toolkit] How to use ESD’s SharedWork program to get your employees back to work
- The win-win SharedWork program will help you get employees back to work as you prepare for a full comeback.
Latest Posts
Toolkit — Vaccine and mask options (and requirements) for your business
Latest Update: 12-20-21 Reuters: U.S. COVID-19 vaccine mandate revived, Supreme Court showdown looms CNN: Supreme Court receives appeals asking Kavanaugh to block large employer vaccine mandate Jump to: [Ask a Lawyer] New vaccine requirements with employment law...
UPDATE: Minor employees can temporarily work back-of-house in 21+ establishments
***UPDATE: September 24, 2021*** The Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board (LCB) announced today they are extending the "Minor Employees in Liquor Establishments" temporary allowance. The allowance, currently set to expire on Sept. 30, will now expire on Jan. 1,...
Employers revisiting teen workforce to address labor shortage
***UPDATE: September 24, 2021*** Most teens are now back in school. Employers need to have an updated Parent/School Authorization form on file for each team member who is under the age of 18. Businesses do not need to submit this form to L&I, but must have it on...
More Entertainment Reopening Resources
Washington State Coronavirus Response Website
Governor's Office COVID-19 Reopening Guidance for Businesses and Workers website
[Toolkit] Vaccination and mask policies
[Toolkit] How to use ESD’s SharedWork program to get your employees back to work
Innovating around the labor shortage: Applications (Part 1 of Return to Work Series)
Vaccines and Masks: What has and hasn't changed under the latest rules and guidelines
Rick Braa on PPP and Employee Retention Credit
National restaurant state of the industry – Managing the present and improving the future
Rick Braa on Delivery and Pickup
Members-only access: Controlling costs and inventory — use our cost calculators to help balance your budget