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The Pain We See Every Day
Behind every busy kitchen is a silent risk: hiring churn, wage compliance, tip pools, shifting labor laws. For small restaurants without a full-time HR team, these “details” become lawsuits. Here are the six biggest pains we uncover daily—each one a red light waiting to turn into a claim.
Recruiting costs & endless turnover
Open roles drain time and cash—and new hires churn fast. We build predictable pipelines, screen for fit, and stabilize schedules so owners can focus on food, guests, and growth.
Payroll & wage compliance risks
California wage-and-hour rules are unforgiving—overtime, tips, meal/rest breaks, split shifts. We audit payroll and timekeeping, implement compliant tip pooling, and train managers to prevent costly penalties, back pay, and lawsuits.
Moving-target labor laws
Labor laws move constantly across city, county, state, and federal levels. PDHR tracks updates and refreshes policies, postings, and handbooks for you—before deadlines—so you stay inspection-ready without lifting a finger.
Reactive reliance on accountants/lawyers
Calling accountants or lawyers after a dispute arises is costly. We provide proactive HR playbooks, documentation, and on-call guidance that prevents issues, resolves conflicts early, and keeps fees and reputational damage down.
We provide restaurant businesses with the HR, compliance, and legal resources they need to thrive.From staffing to labor law guidance, PDHR helps F&B brands manage people with confidence. Cheaper than a lawsuit, smarter than payroll, tailor-made for restaurants.
Your Restaurant’s On-Demand HR Department
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Our Solutions
Stop gambling on HR. PDHR gives restaurants a ready-to-use HR system—hiring, payroll, compliance, training—all in one subscription. Lower risk, lower cost, more time to grow.
Compliance Guidance
One lawsuit can cost $30,000+. We keep you aligned with labor laws, wage rules, and required documentation before red lights turn into penalties. Our HR systems protect restaurants from hidden risks and costly compliance mistakes.
Payroll Solutions
Payroll shouldn’t be a gamble. From wages and tips to overtime and breaks, we streamline management with accuracy and transparency. Reliable systems reduce errors, stop disputes before they start, and give owners true peace of mind.
Training & Onboarding
Turn new hires into loyal staff. We design structured onboarding and multilingual training so employees feel prepared, valued, and less likely to leave after two weeks. Train once, retain longer, and build a stronger restaurant team.
Employee Relations
Tip disputes? Break complaints? We resolve conflicts, improve retention, and strengthen workplace culture with fair, transparent HR systems. Happier staff stay longer, work harder, and create smoother day-to-day operations for every restaurant owner.
HR Advisory
When issues arise, don’t scramble. Our experts provide on-demand guidance that blends HR know-how with restaurant realities. From staffing shortages to compliance problems, we give you immediate, actionable solutions to protect your business.
Why Choose PDHR?
Owners hate HR works. That’s why PDHR exists: we take all employee problems off your plate and manage them properly, legally, and quietly — from tough terminations to sensitive investigations. PDHR is your outsourced HR department — we do the hiring, firing, payroll fixes, disputes and investigations so you never have to.
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What Restaurant Owners Say
“As a small business owner, I used to struggle with hiring and labor rules. PDHR walked me through everything step by step and gave me peace of mind. Their team is responsive and professional.”
— Sarah Wong, Bakery Co-Founder
“Working with PDHR has been a game-changer. They’re not just consultants — they feel like part of our team. From recruiting to workplace disputes, their support has saved us time and money.”
— Marco Alvarez, Café Manager
“PDHR made HR simple for our restaurant. They helped us update policies, handle payroll correctly, and train our staff. I can finally focus on customers instead of compliance headaches.”
— Linda Chen, Restaurant Owner