Webinar to explore hiring, employee theft

February 11, 2014

On Thursday, Feb. 20 at 2 p.m. ET, Retail Customer Experience will host a live webinar, "Worth the Risk? How Hiring Assessments Can Catch Rising Employee Theft…

Fatburger takes employee management to digital level

February 11, 2014

Fatburger has tapped Red Book Connect's new mobile app, Digital Red Book, to help managers communicate with employees, according to a company press release.

Restaurant review app Humm goes live

February 10, 2014

Humm, an Austin, Texas-based startup, has unveiled its patent-pending technology and analytics platform designed for restaurant feedback.

Red Velvet pie debuts at Pie Five

February 10, 2014

Pie Five Pizza's Chef Andy Wittman has created a new dessert for the fast casual pizza concept. His Red Velvet Pie, a rich devil's food cake layered with sweet…

NRA economist predicts growth for restaurant industry

February 10, 2014

In a news release from the National Restaurant Association, Chief Economist Bruce Grindy offers his insights into 2013 job growth and his projections for 2014.

VooDoo sponsoring NASCAR for 2014 season

February 10, 2014

VooDoo BBQ & Grill has signed on again to sponsor BK Racing's Alex Bowman and Ryan Truex for the 2014 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series, according to a company…

ROTI names new CEO

February 10, 2014

ROTI Mediterranean Grill has named Carl Segal as the CEO of the Chicago-based chain, effective Feb 18. Segal comes to ROTI from Potbelly Sandwich Works, with a…

Who will be left standing when fro-yo battle is over?

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Fro-yo's segment's growth and appeal are sustainable in the longterm but will lead to maturation in larger markets.

Firehouse ends year with solid growth

February 7, 2014

Firehouse Subs reported today that 2013 was a record-breaking year for the Florida-based chain, which opened 155 new restaurants and added 111 new…

NRA Educational Foundation's new video series showcases foodservice careers

February 7, 2014

The National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation has launched a new initiative, called Project Taste Test — Servin' Up Successful Careers, that…

Togo's offering free sandwiches to celebrate opening

February 7, 2014

Togo's Eateries Inc. is celebrating the opening of its newest restaurant tomorrow in Riverbank, Calif., by giving free pastrami sandwiches to the first 50…

Smoothie King Center unveiled to host NBA All-Star game

February 7, 2014

New Orleans Pelicans owner Tom Benson and Smoothie King owner Wan Kim announced today a multiyear agreement reached between the Pelicans and Smoothie King to…

Pancheros honors outstanding franchisees, partners

February 7, 2014

Pancheros has announced this year's recipients of the its annual internal awards. Vendor of the Year, General Manager of the Year and Franchisee of the Year…

Fazoli's names new marketing VP

February 7, 2014

Jonathan Quinn has joined Fazoli's as its vice president of Marketing. Quinn brings Fazoli's more than 15 years of brand management and marketing expertise…

Bruegger's opens fourth Denver unit

February 7, 2014

Bruegger's Bagels opened its fourth Denver location today. The new bakery, located in Littleton at the Shops at Riverbend, 5350 S. Santa Fe Dr., is the first…

Best practices for digital commerce success

Finding the right partner for enabling digital commerce and loyalty is really just the first step for a successful mobile strategy.

Minimum Wage: Are you ready for employee questions?

by Jason Hamilton — VP of Marketing, Snagajob

Currently, a higher wage is encouraged but not required for businesses.

Consumer trend report explores popularity of soup and salad

February 6, 2014

A new consumer trend report from Technomic reveals insights into consumer preferences for soup and salad. According to a news release from the company, more…

Bizzare Foods' Andrew Zimmern to host event at NRA show

February 6, 2014

Andrew Zimmern, the host of Bizarre Foods with Andrew Zimmern and Andrew Zimmern's Bizarre World on the Travel Channel, will serve as host and emcee for the…

Salsarita's founder launching fast casual Italian concept

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Italian cuisine makes sense as a fast casual concept because it looks good, cooks quickly and is great for to-go options.