Are payslips compulsory?
Are payslips a legal requirement? Yes, payslips are mandatory under Fair Work. All employees must be issued with a payslip at every pay event, regardless [...]
How to Set Up Single Touch Payroll
What is STP (Single Touch Payroll)? Set up Single Touch Payroll now! From 1 July 2019 all businesses will need to be electronically connected to [...]
6 Inventory Management Techniques for Food Businesses
Stocktake is an exciting activity for restaurant and cafe owners - said no one ever. Inventory management can be a daunting task but it has [...]
Understanding Public Holiday Pay Rates – When and How Much to Pay Which Staff
Payroll is arguably one of the most confusing aspects of running a business. It gets even more complicated when you throw public holiday pay rates [...]
Pros and Cons of Charging Surcharge on Public Holidays
It’s a controversial topic every time a public holiday rolls around. Should cafes and restaurants charge a holiday surcharge? Many customers think not and complaints [...]
Navigating Single Touch Payroll for Cafes & Restaurants
Australia has reached a new milestone in digital bookkeeping with the passing of the legislation for Single Touch Payroll reporting earlier this year (STP). Starting [...]
Is Gifting Wine a Tax Deduction?
It’s common to gift wine at Christmas time, but did you know the ATO treats gifts to employees different to gifts to suppliers or customers? [...]
NEW Fair Work Ruling: Casual Workers to Permanent
Casual workers who have worked regular hours for at least 12 months may now ask their employer for permanent positions, according to a new ruling [...]
How to Check Your Business Credit Information for Free
If you have a credit card or signed a contract with a utility company or mobile-phone service, chances are you already have a personal credit [...]
Shark Tank: Steve Baxter’s Top 21 Business Tips
Steve Baxter is a well-known investor on television show Shark Tank, and international entrepreneur. Based in Brisbane, he looks for business opportunities for fun and [...]
8 Simple Steps To Set Up Your Restaurant Bookkeeping System
An efficient bookkeeping system with integrated security measures is essential to run a successful restaurant. We understand that food business owners like you are busy, [...]
5 Costly Mistakes To Avoid In Restaurant Bookkeeping
Running your own restaurant is challenging — but deeply rewarding. To help your food business survive and thrive, we’ll discuss the 5 most common mistakes [...]
Family & Domestic Violence Leave: FAQ For Food Business Owners
A recent Fair Work Commission decision entitles most employees to 5 days of unpaid leave to address issues with family and domestic violence. All industry [...]
How To Apply The $20,000 Instant Asset Write-Off To Your Food Business
The 2018-19 Federal Budget has extended the $20,000 instant asset write-off scheme up to 1 July 2019. This enables small business owners with an annual [...]
8 Actionable Steps To Employee Theft Prevention In Your Restaurant Or Cafe
Employee theft could cost your food business thousands — if not millions — of dollars every year. It comes in many forms, from skimming $5 [...]