Jobs Growth Was Strong Again In April, But Restaurant Jobs Growth Slowed

The US economy added 428,000 net new jobs in April and the unemployment rate remained at 3.6%, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics monthly “Employment Situation” report, released May 6. Leisure and hospitality added 78,000 of those jobs with 22,300 at hotels and 43,800 in bars and restaurants. Manufacturing also added an impressive 55,000…