Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Federal law establishing minimum wage, overtime pay, recordkeeping, and youth employment standards affecting full-time and part-time workers in the private sector and in government

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) regulations: Federal laws prohibiting workplace discrimination and requiring employers to provide equal opportunities in all aspects of employment

Title VII of the Civil Rights Act: Federal law prohibiting employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, and national origin

FDA Food Code: Federal guidelines for food safety practices in restaurants and food service establishments

State Food Handler Requirements: State-specific regulations governing food handling certification and safety practices for food service workers

Local Health Department Regulations: County or city-specific health codes and requirements for food service establishments and workers

Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA): Federal law requiring employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of their employees

Form I-9 Requirements: Federal documentation requirements to verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the United States

State Food Service Worker Certification: State-specific requirements for certification or training of food service workers

ServSafe Certification: Industry-standard food safety training program, often preferred by employers though not always legally required

Privacy Laws: Federal and state laws governing the collection, storage, and protection of personal information in job applications and employment records

GDPR Compliance: European Union data protection regulations that may apply if the employer operates internationally or handles EU residents' data