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BENEFITS
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 WORKER'S COMPENSATION
The Louisiana Restaurant Association Self Insurer's Fund (LRA/SIF) has been operating since 1982 and has a premium base of $20 million. It provides coverage for hotels, restaurants, country clubs and most other hospitality-related businesses in Louisiana. This program has returned more than $76 million in dividends to its members since 1987, more than any other similar program in Louisiana. It has been the model for other restaurant association funds throughout the country.
Highlights of the LRA/SIF include aggressive claims administration, top-notch loss prevention and conservative underwriting. We believe we can reduce your workers' compensation premiums through lower claims cost, a lower experience modification factor and an increased return of dividends. |
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CREDIT CARD PROCESSING
LRA members realize great savings in credit card processing fees in our endorsed program with Heartland Payment Systems. Heartland offers payment solutions designed to meet the needs of all types of restaurants. Members may contact Bryan Littleton with Heartland at (225) 610-4994 for more information on discounts and services. |
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PAYROLL PROCESSING
LRA members can rely on the expertise of Automatic Payroll Systems, Inc. (APS) to manage the payroll processing and tax compliance of their businesses. APS offers a complete online payroll service designed to meet the needs of all types of restaurants. Features include; POS interfacing, tip reporting, tip to minimum wage calculations, tip overtime calculations, and employee deductions for food and drink consumption. In addition, as an endorsed provider, LRA members receive a discount on service fees. |
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LEGAL SERVICES
The LRA retains one of the top labor law firms in Louisiana. We can answer your legal questions concerning equal employment opportunity laws, wage and hour regulations, union activity and more, all at no individual cost to you. |
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LRA HOSPITALITY POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE (HostPAC)
Political action committees are created to make financial contributions to candidates and work toward political goals. HostPAC solicits voluntary contributions from members in order to contribute legally to political campaigns. Industry wide participation is more effective than individual contributions, and for the foodservice industry, LRA HostPAC has proven to be a valuable asset in LRA's lobbying in Baton Rouge. |
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EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
All levels of restaurant and foodservice management can benefit from the association-sponsored seminars. Topics include: sanitation certification, responsible alcohol service, cutting food costs, kitchen management, increasing sales and other valuable training. The LRA also offers video training tapes and a wide array of books and manuals. |
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RESTAURANT REPORT
Published monthly, this informative newsletter recaps current events, business regulations and membership news that people in the restaurant industry need to know. |
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A LA CARTE
The official publication of the Louisiana Restaurant Association is published quarterly for the membership. It is a four-color publication that features articles of interest concerning the foodservice and hospitality industries. It also shows photo spreads of the various chapter events and LRA activities held throughout the year. Advertising in A La Carte is one of the most effective ways for purveyors to make their products and services familiar to restaurant operators. |
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RESEARCH DEPARTMENT
If members have questions that need answering, all they have to do is pick up the phone and call the LRA office. The professional staff of 23 that works for the LRA is ready to serve members. The LRA staff should be considered an extension of each member's own staff. |
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