Whataburger names chief people officer

April 21, 2022

Whataburger has hired Peggy Rubenzer as SVP and chief people officer. She has over 30 years in the human resources industry, building people teams at True Food…

Which Wich customers hungry for cryptocurrency?

April 21, 2022

Realizing that only one in seven Americans has purchased cryptocurrency, despite significant media attention on the topic, Which Wich Superior Sandwiches wants…

Oath Pizza, &pizza execs will talk hiring issues during virtual event

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

April 21, 2022

Michael Lastoria, co-founder and CEO of &pizza, and Dave Jamieson, director of operations for Oath Pizza, will discuss “Labor Issues and Nouveau Ways to Hire…

Ghost Kitchens Give Restaurants New Life

To take advantage of the growing delivery segment while at the same time maximizing kitchen space, many restaurants have begun operating virtual brands, also…

Cafe Rio testing curbside

April 21, 2022

Cafe Rio Mexican Grill, which has locations in Utah, Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Maryland, Montana, Nevada, Virginia, Washington, and Wyoming, has…

Father-daughter duo opening Ike's in Denver

April 21, 2022

San Francisco-based Ike's Love & Sandwiches has signed a lease for its first location in the Denver area, marking the brand's entry into the state of…

Focus Brands continues 'digital transformation' with latest hire

April 21, 2022

Focus Brands, parent company of Auntie Anne's, Carvel, Cinnabon, Jamba, McAlister's Deli, Moe's Southwest Grill and Schlotzsky's, has hired Tim Voss as chief…

3 Reasons Why 4G LTE and 5G Routers Are the Best Sources of Connectivity for Kiosks

In a consumer-driven, convenience-oriented environment — where self-service is for many a preferred way to order food, check-in for a flight or check out…

Chicken Salad Chick opens 3rd Missouri location

April 20, 2022

Chicken Salad Chick has opened in Columbia, Missouri, marking its third restaurant in the state. Located at 300 Brickton Road and featuring a drive-thru and…

Chick-fil-A, P.F. Chang's, IHOP leaders share tips for successful franchisor-franchisee connection

Top restaurant brands offer insight on what factors are critical in developing a successful franchisor-franchisee relationship.

Bonchon, Asian Box, Zoup Eatery leaders discuss hiring, retention best practices

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Hiring and retention remains a critical issue plaguing the restaurant industry today. A panel of experts at the Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit…

Celebrate Earth Day All Month Long

Earth Day doesn’t have to be celebrated just one day. Check out our infographic for ways to celebrate all month-long from give-a-ways, events to plant-based…

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Hero Brands appoints development director

April 19, 2022

Hero Brands, which owns German Doner Kebab, has appointed Salman Siddiqui as its group corporate development director, to help grow both brands. Siddiqui has…

Big Chicken making big waves in Florida

April 19, 2022

Shaquille O'Neal-owned Big Chicken, which has over 150 locations in its franchise development pipeline, has added Florida and Arkansas to its list of states…

Chipotle launches $50M venture fund

April 19, 2022

Chipotle Mexican Grill has created Cultivate Next, a $50 million venture fund that will make early-stage investments into companies that further its mission to…

Fast casual brands conquering 'the munchies'

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Although not a official holiday, April 20 has a special place in the hearts of marijuana lovers around the world, with many celebrating it each year. Fast…

Smokin’ Oak Wood-Fired Pizza and Taproom makes Florida debut

April 19, 2022

Smokin' Oak Wood-Fired Pizza and Taproom will open its first Florida location on May 3. The restaurant, in Brooksville, will be run by Rod and Cat Scott and…

Panera launches subscription for unlimited self-service drinks

April 19, 2022

Panera has launched the Unlimited Sip Club, a nationwide unlimited beverage subscription for all self-serve beverages, according to a company press release.

Star Micronics Introduces Wireless Technology for the Latest TSP100IV

The TSP143IVUW supports dual-band WiFi, becoming a hub that gives maximum flexibility when connecting to any network.

Dickey's extends retail line with Kroger, debuts in Canada

April 18, 2022

Dickey's Barbecue Pit is not only growing its restaurant footprint, opening its first Canadian store this week in Edmonton, but retailers are continuing to…