Effective Date: 8/21/2024

1. Introduction

Welcome to Hickory Restaurant + Bar. We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website https://www.hickoryrestaurantandbar.com, make a reservation, apply for employment, or interact with us in any other way. By using our website or submitting an employment application, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

• Personal Information: When you make a reservation, contact us, or apply for employment, we may collect personal details such as your name, email address, phone number, and any special requests or dietary restrictions you provide. For employment applications, this includes your address, resume, cover letter, employment history, and references.

• Usage Data: We collect information about your interactions with our website, such as IP addresses, browser types, pages viewed, and other usage data to help us improve our services.

• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and collect data about how you use our site. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information in the following ways:

• To Provide Services: To process your reservations, respond to inquiries, and address any special requests.

• For Employment Applications: To evaluate your qualifications, conduct interviews, and manage the recruitment process.

• To Improve Our Website: To analyze usage patterns and improve the functionality and content of our website.

4. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• For Legal Reasons: If required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities, we may disclose your information to comply with legal obligations.

5. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

6. Employment Application Data

If you apply for employment with Hickory Restaurant + Bar, we collect and process personal information necessary for recruitment and hiring purposes. This information may include:

• Application Details: Information provided in your resume, cover letter, and any responses to application questions.

• Background Information: Details related to your employment history, qualifications, and references.

• Interview Information: Notes and assessments made during interviews.

We use this information to evaluate your suitability for the role, communicate with you regarding your application, and manage the hiring process. Your application data will be retained for a period consistent with applicable employment laws and our record-keeping policies.

7. Your Choices and Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Correction: You can request updates or corrections to your personal information.

• Data Deletion: You can request the deletion of your personal information, subject to certain legal obligations. For employment applications, contact us directly to request data deletion from our recruitment records.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Your continued use of our website or submission of an employment application after any modifications indicates your acceptance of the revised policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Hickory Restaurant + Bar
4105 NW Camas Meadows Dr, Camas, WA 98607
(360) 587-0046