Can Chapter 11 help save Noon Mediterranean?

August 15, 2018

Two name changes in as many years and a rebranding wasn’t enough to save Noon Mediterranean Grill. The chain, which opened in 2011, as Vertskebap and changed…

University of California launches culinary arts program

August 15, 2018

Today, a culinary career can be a ticket to fame for the right personalities and that's, in part, why an increasing number of well-regarded schools are…

How Mooyah, Texas Roadhouse, Jersey Mike's create thriving company cultures

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator

Building a better company culture takes better hiring, training and culture building.

Captain D's continues Missouri expansion

August 8, 2018

Captain D's has opened its newest franchised location in Wentzville, Missouri, according to a company press release. Located at 708 S. Church St., the…

FAT Brands reports same-store sales growth across all brands

August 8, 2018

Sales are looking good for FAT Brands Inc. The parent company of Fatburger, Buffalo's Express, Ponderosa and Bonanza Steakhouse said Tuesday that it saw…

Survey indicates importance of employer-provided meals, snacks

August 3, 2018

A ZeroCater survey of 100 employees and office managers found that food plays an important tole in a company's culture and has a deep effect on employee…

Wingstop reports increases across the board

August 3, 2018

Wingstop Inc. announced today that system-wide sales increased 13.5 percent to $304.9 million and those total revenues were up 17 percent during Q2 for the…

Is your restaurant data-breach proof?

Forter CEO Michael Reitblat reveals what makes brands vulnerable to data breaches and how to prevent them.

Revenues up at The Habit

August 2, 2018

The Habit Restaurants reported Wednesday that total revenue increased 23.4 percent for its second quarter ended June 26, 2018. Company-operated comparable…

Bridg launching platform to make customer data 'more accessible' to restaurants

August 2, 2018

Bridg, a customer identification technology for brick-and-mortar retailers, is launching a platform designed to make guest data more accessible and actionable…

La Boulangerie hires former Which Wich exec as director of retail

August 1, 2018

Nicolas Bernadi, CEO of La Boulangerie de San Francisco, has hired Gabriel Moreno as senior director of retail, according to a press release. 

The Power of VEN-U Sensors

Restaurants, Warehouses, Tech Firms and other businesses can benefit from a 24/7 remote monitoring solution.

Even Stevens Sandwiches president leaves brand to launch fast casual group

July 26, 2018

Michael McHenry, former president of Even Stevens Sandwiches, left his position as president in early June 2018, to launch a new venture, The McHenry Group…

Dickey's Barbecue Pit welcomes Senior VP

July 25, 2018

Dickey's Barbecue Pit has appointed Kenn Miller as SVP of operations, according to a press release. 

Chef Chatter: How 1 chef relies on empathy to connect with team

Dan Stoller, senior R&D Chef, The Culinary Edge, discusses why being empathetic is an important to being a good chef and leader.

Back Yard Burgers welcomes new CEO

July 18, 2018

Back Yard Burgers has hired Scott Shotter as its CEO, according to a press release. 

Tender Greens promotes president to CEO

July 12, 2018

Tender Greens, based in Los Angeles, has promoted its president, Denyelle Bruno, to CEO. Bruno, who first joined the company in October 2017, will serve in a…

How Starbucks deployed 23,000 iPads for training

Mary Stumpf, lead of collaboration products and devices for Starbucks, saw the need for tablets in the workplace and decided to do something about it.

Taco Del Mar acquired by High Bluff Capital Partners

July 10, 2018

High Bluff Capital Partners has added Taco Del Mar to its portfolio, according to The Seattle Times. 

Fork & Salad promotes director of operations

July 10, 2018

Fork & Salad, a Maui-based fast casual specializing in Hawaiian flavors, has promoted Lauren Mann to director of operations and director of franchisee…