Restaurant Membership

The WRA is run by and for owners of restaurants, hotels, bars, golf courses and other hospitality businesses. With more than 5,000 members, the WRA is able to provide significant programs and political representation for the industry.

We offer four main areas of benefit for operators as well as a dual membership with the National Restaurant Association.

Become a WRA Restaurant Member Today!

Education and training

  • Mandatory Alcohol Server Training (MAST)
  • ServSafe food safety training

Proactive responsible political representation

  • Strong voice in state government
  • Political Action Committee (PAC)
  • Legislative Review
  • Hot Off the Grill e-newsletter
  • Hill Climb & Taste Our Best
  • Grassroots Network

Industry news, information and resources

  • HERO Manual (state laws, forms & more)
  • Consultant Network – 8.5 hours free/year on 17 topics including legal assistance
  • www.dineNW.com, online dining guide
  • Washington Restaurant Magazine
  • Federal & state required posters (free)
  • Northwest Foodservice Show, largest foodservice trade show in NW
  • National Restaurant Association dual membership
  • www.WRAMarketplace.com, online buyer’s guide
  • Center Plate, weekly e-newsletter
  • Webinars and training
  • Online job bank

Cost-saving programs

  • Workers’ compensation program, (Retro)
  • Credit card processing
  • Commercial insurance
  • Employee background checks
  • Unemployment cost control
  • Payroll processing
  • Gift card marketing
  • Check management
  • Group healthcare
  • Email marketing solutions
  • Music licensing discounts

Join the Washington Restaurant Association Today!