In addition to raising wages in response to a tight job market, restaurants are getting creative and offering more competitive bonuses in order to attract and retain employees. Currently, restaurants are struggling to find low-skilled workers who are willing to work for low wages and few benefits. Companies like McDonalds are offering to pay for college for employees, in order to attract young people. Chipotle has begun offering bonuses for employees who reach sales targets, in addition to offering tuition-reimbursement.
See "Restaurants Sweeten Pay and Perks to Find Scarce Workers", Heather Haddon, The Wall Street Journal, July 22, 2019