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Farmer Boys adds director of franchise sales
October 6, 2014
In this newly-created role, Robert Campos will be responsible for the expansion of the brand in new and existing markets through the recruitment of new…
read nowExpert urges operators to plan 2015 purchasing now
October 6, 2014
A purchasing forecast should clearly define the components that drive commodity prices, including geopolitical events, weather, planted acres of farmland, crop…
read nowRestaurants add 20,000+ jobs in September
October 6, 2014
The total number of new industry positions over the past year now stands at 289,600.
read nowPretzelmaker launches first-ever Snapchat promo
October 6, 2014
Customers invited to scare staff in person or via Snapchat for discounts and a chance at a free combo.
read nowNorth American Securities Administrators Association issues new guidance for franchise disclosure documents
October 3, 2014
The guidelines clarify the distinctions between single-unit, area rep and area development offerings and urge uniform terminology in franchise disclosure…
read nowQdoba rolls extras into entrée price
October 3, 2014
The menu applies a two-tier pricing structure based on protein with no additional charge for add-ons like guacamole and queso.
read nowMargaritas opens fast casual concept near University of New Hampshire campus
October 3, 2014
Tacomano will open on Oct. 7 at 38 Main Street in Durham, New Hampshire, near the University of New Hampshire campus.
read nowKneader's on the rise in Phoenix area
October 3, 2014
Kneaders Bakery & Café opened its seventh unit in Arizona at 14183 W. Bell Rd., Surprise, Arizona, on Oct. 2.
read nowOrange Leaf rolls out the cinnamon for new LTO
October 3, 2014
Froyo chain warms up with Cinnamon Roll flavor LTO.
read nowFazoli's October promotions focus on bosses
October 3, 2014
Fazoli's will focus on bosses during the month of October with two promotions: a "best boss" contest and free lunch for bosses on Oct. 16.
read nowNative Foods Café opens first East Coast unit
October 3, 2014
Two more restaurants are scheduled to open in the Washington, DC area in the next few months.
read nowStarbucks, HBO teaming up for Veteran's Day concert
October 3, 2014
The concert will feature performers Eminem, Jamie Foxx, Dave Grohl, Metallica, John Oliver, Rihanna, Bruce Springsteen, Carrie Underwood and more.
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Reducing food waste can improve the bottom line and the environment
by Brenda Rick Smith — Editor, Networld Media Group
A study commissioned by the Food Waste Reduction Alliance found that approximately 80 billion pounds of food are discarded into US landfills every year, with…
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Uber's move into foodservice showcases importance of convenience
by Ed Zimmerman — President, pizza.com
Recent partnerships and service launches show that consumers want convenience and are willing to pay for it.
read nowService, menu variety drive late-night dining occasions
October 2, 2014
New research from Technomic examines the drivers of late-night dining occasions. While most dinners are prepared at home, 53 percent of consumers use…
read nowOnline petition asks McDonald’s, Starbucks to offer porn-free Wi-Fi
October 2, 2014
Enough Is Enough has launched "P*rn Free Wi-Fi," an initiative to encourage corporations to implement pornography filters in their Wi-Fi networks.
read nowWebinar to address pitfalls and perils of I-9 compliance
October 2, 2014
Webinar will help restaurant operators understand the importance of I-9 paperwork.
read nowWixon Foodservice Group adds new beverage mixes
October 2, 2014
The Wixon Foodservice Group has introduced new beverage mixes that can be used for hot, cold, alcoholic or nonalcoholic drinks and can be customized across all…
read nowTyson Food Service rolls out new burger line
October 2, 2014
Tyson Food Service has announced two additions to its new line of flame broiled burgers and patties. They include:
read nowTouchSuite launching EMV-compliant terminals
October 2, 2014
Starting in October of 2015, merchants who do not have the equipment to support EMV-chip technology will be financially liable for card-present counterfeit…
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