Meyer, founder of Shake Shack and chairman of the fast casual chain’s board, said that company will set its own policy regarding vaccines.
its nearly 500 member bars ask customers to prove they’ve been vaccinated or provide results of a negative COVID-19 test from the past three days.
About 57% of the U.S. population has received at least one COVID-19 vaccine dose and 49.3% are fully vaccinated, according toCoronavirus cases have surged in recent weeks, prompting the CDC to reverse course on its prior mask guidance. The public-health agency is now recommending fully vaccinated Americans in places with high COVID-19 infection rates start to wear face coverings indoors again.
Meyer said Union Square Hospitality Group employees will continue to wear face coverings in the kitchen. However, he said masks are not a panacea for diners. “You cannot eat or drink with a mask on,” he said. “The one thing you can do is be vaccinated.” Asked how he would advise other corporate leaders on COVID-19 vaccine policy, Meyer said: “I think every business has to make its own decisions, and we’re proud of the one we’re making right now.”
The restaurateur said he was fortunate his company is based in New York City, where government leaders are supportive of strict vaccine requirements. He noted states such as Florida have passed laws that bar businesses and government entities from
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