Michigan restaurants struggle with staffing amid pandemic
Businesses looking to offer incentives to attract potential employees
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The coronavirus pandemic has affected the service economy.
Despite fewer restrictions than previously, some businesses, including restaurants, are finding it difficult to get back up and running. Although there are “Help Wanted” signs seen outside of businesses, not enough people are filling the positions.
In Troy, the Alibi restaurant, which opened at 3 p.m. Monday, used to be a gangbuster lunch business before the pandemic.
Now, it completes take out only orders with reduced hours all week. Owner Cindy Maier said she tried to open indoor dining a few weeks ago.