Scientists warned that the United States could face a second wave of coronavirus this fall when the global pandemic first infected the nation earlier this year. Now as the colder months are drawing near, restaurant owners are fearing two major setbacks: (1) the cold weather is setting in which will virtually eliminate dining out; (2) politicians are threatening another lockdown if COVID-19 cases increase. While indoor dining in New Jersey is still limited to 25 percent capacity, providing little relief to struggling businesses, restaurant owners are wondering how they are going to survive the days ahead.
This whitepaper addresses two scenarios food and beverage business owners will need to contemplate as we remain restrained by the COVID-19 virus.