Operation Updates for Open Eye Cafe – 6/20
There are many complicated aspects to NC Phase 2 reopening, that started May 22nd; but certainly our biggest concern is the health & safety of our team and our customers.
So in consideration of the health & well being of staff & customers, we are not currently planning to re-open our indoor seating or back patio, but we will continue to monitor on a daily basis for the appropriate timeline of a gradual re-opening.
Current Status:
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We will continue to provide ordering at the counter for takeout. Please be mindful of keeping distance between other guests as well as employees and wait for staff to call you toward the counter.
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We are continuing our Online ordering for takeout or ‘curbside‘ delivery to cars, bikes or whatever! This is a great option for anyone who forgot their mask and is not able to enter the building – find the link on our website openeyecafe.wpengine.com & look for the new designated parking signs.
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We humbly request that customers follow the health & safety guidelines to protect all who are in & entering the property; and please stay home & rest if you are feeling ill, then come back & see us when you’re feeling better!
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We are happy to offer a space to socially distance–hang outside with your neighbor on our front patio. You can stand around the tables and give your drinks a rest, however there will be no chairs just yet. You are welcome to sit on our bench or picnic table out front, but only one person/household at a time on the bench, and no more than 2 people on the picnic table if sitting on opposite ends, unless you’re from the same household/group.
Our safety strategies:
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We are currently able to successfully offer thoughtfully prepared beverages & more, while also maintaining a strict sanitizing schedule. We are confident in our proactive sanitizing systems we have established for your safety, and the safety of our team.
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Our staff is being certified on new health department guidelines (Count On Me NC), as well as being screened for symptoms before every shift and wearing masks at all times.
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Appropriate face coverings are mandatory for anyone who chooses to enter the building or order inside.
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We will maintain a 10 person maximum capacity inside, and ask that customers adhere to the required social distancing of 6 foot minimum when inside or outside, waiting for your drinks.
We’ll keep everyone updated on social media, email and websites of any changes as we move forward.
Please remember that this is a difficult time for our staff, and most employees in the service industry. We ask that you be kind to our staff & patient with all retail workers, as we all start to figure out the best way to re-open. This may look different for each business, so please try to be respectful of each individual approach, and the guidelines they’re putting in their spaces for how they operate right now.
Thank you so much for all of your continued support. We wouldn’t be here without you, and are so thankful for your understanding and patience as we navigate these strange times.
with love,
Open Eye Cafe
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