Besnard Insurance

06/02/2026

The unofficial start of summer is behind us, and the actual start is just a couple weeks away. Is your restaurant ready?

From a guest perspective, summer means seasonal menus reflecting the summer bounty, a fired up meat-filled grill, and dining al fresco on expansive patios. | Breaking down the need-to-know summer guide for restaurant owners including outdoor dining, working in the heat, and preventing summer slips a...

05/29/2026

E-tool to help you craft an (but making it -proof? That's up to you!):

Division of Occupational Safety and Health

05/28/2026

How about a checklist to help you track all the cleaning and sanitizing tasks you need to do regularly at your restaurant? (You're welcome.)

Use our printable cleaning checklists to create a cleaning schedule for your restaurant to improve general health and safety. A clean & well-maintained space will impact your guests and make them want to come back!

05/26/2026

Great tips at the link below -- and we'll add one more: give us a call to make sure you have the right insurance in place to aid in recovery if a fire does occur!
https://restaurant.org/education-and-resources/resource-library/fighting-fires-in-restaurant-kitchens

When installing and maintaining fire suppression systems, commercial kitchens must follow local code.

05/25/2026

On Memorial Day, we remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.

We are grateful for their sacrifice and hope you have a peaceful and meaningful holiday.

05/22/2026

Cyber-risks are an unfortunate fact of life -- even for small businesses. Tips to help you keep your restaurant safe:

The Internet allows businesses of all sizes and from any location to reach new and larger markets and provides opportunities to work more efficiently by using computer-based tools. Whether a company is thinking of adopting cloud computing or just using email and maintaining a website, cybersecurity....

05/21/2026

Taking advantage of any of these fun ideas as we head into the unofficial start of summer??

Here are 6 promotion ideas to try out in your restaurant this year.

05/18/2026

The purpose a commercial building is used for is also known as its occupancy. Occupancy is one factor that might affect your business's commercial property insurance rate. Therefore, a business that handles many flammable materials may have a higher rating than a retail shop. More on commercial property ratings:

Construction, occupancy, protection, and exposure are key factors in the underwriting and rating of commercial property insurance.

05/15/2026

Besides the steps that the Insurance Information Institute lists, what are some steps you take to limit employment liability risk at your restaurant?

Employment Practices Liability Insurance (EPLI) covers businesses against claims by workers that their legal rights as employees have been violated. These claims can include:

05/14/2026

Do you really need to change the oil in your fleet vehicles every 3000 miles? Learn why that may not be the case.

Are you still stuck with the old every 3,000 miles rule? Here's why that no longer holds true...