Managers

Whatever the reason, shareholders seem to love hearing that jobs cuts are coming.

According to a new Gallup analysis, only 1 in 3 American workers say they are engaged with their job, and less than half say they know what is expected of them at work. And apparently the most bummed out are middle managers, who report more burnout and work-life balance issues.

It's a sign of both a tight labor market and the critical role played by managers in operating a restaurant location.

A new federal salary level for low-paid managers to be eligible for overtime pay kicks in Jan. 1.

The Labor Department wants to close the wage gap for nearly 5 million employees.