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What We Do for Your Industry
Advocacy
Promoting and protecting the industry at the local, state and national level.
Legal Support & Compliance
Answers to your legal, regulatory, and business operations challenges.
Education & Training
Employee development, customized training and required industry certification courses.
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Here you'll find all sorts of industry jobs - FOH, BOH, salary, education, and vendors! Add your jobs for free as a TRA Member.
Find Your Local Chapter
Our 23 chapters in Texas connect you to local issues and restaurateurs.
About TRA
Invest in your business and this industry by joining TRA. Through our restaurant membership we help our members build customer loyalty, rewarding careers and financial success. Whether you are an industry veteran, or new business owner, TRA has the resources you need to succeed.
As a busy restaurant operator, think of TRA's restaurant membership as your trusted advisor and resource when navigating your business. We can provide legal resources, training and certification for you and your staff, advocacy representation, operations support, and community engagement as part of your membership. There is strength in numbers – joining the TRA pledges your support to the foodservice and restaurant industry.
TRA News Now - Alcohol Catering Rules
The holiday season brings plenty of private parties and events - which means restaurants have to file the correct alcohol catering certification request with the TABC. TRA has been a driving force, working with TABC to pass the "File and Use" rule which allows routine, private events to occur without the hassle of getting pre-approval. However the event must meet certain requirements...do you know what they are? Find out in our latest TRA News Now.
Are you guilty of committing these 5 payroll mistakes?
Not knowing or failing to comply with payroll laws can put your business under a magnifying glass, and lead to fines and penalties. In fact, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) penalizes nearly 1 in 3 businesses for payroll mistakes. To avoid being one, don’t get tripped up by these common payroll mistakes.
Judge Blocks San Antonio PSL Ordinance
A San Antonio district judge has granted a temporary injunction on the San Antonio Sick and Safe Law which prevents the ordinance from taking effect on Dec. 1, 2019. The judge has asked the parties to prepare for a trial on the merits of the ordinance to be held in the near future.
TRA News Now - Creating a Harassment-Free Workplace
Workplace harassment is a serious problem - and on the rise. Employers have one basic obligation to their workers - to provide a safe, working environment, free from discrimination and harassment. Failure to address the issue can not only affect the health and well-being of your employees, but can also to lead to potential litigation and serious financial repercussions.
2019
Membership Mingle
The GHRA Membership Mingle provide a comfortable environment for our members to mix and mingle… and drink a cocktail or two. Typically held in happy-hour format, membership socials provide an opportunity to network to expand your professional contacts. Find out about upcoming events, membership benefits, and industry update.
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Texas ProStart Invitational - Frisco
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Texas ProStart Invitational - Round Rock
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Employee Benefits
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Required Employee Training & Certification
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