Carin Stutz takes helm of McAlister's

December 1, 2014

The former Cosi CEO took the helm of the Alpharetta, Georgia-based deli concept on Nov. 17.

Startups prove the future of foodservice is bright

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

A handful of businessmen and women have come up with new concepts specifically to solve restaurant operators' biggest problems.

8 tips for heading off holiday scheduling stress

by Brenda Rick Smith — Editor, Networld Media Group

Increased traffic coupled with more requests for time off can add up to scheduling stress. Check out these tips for reducing the stress.

FAQ's about the FDA's final menu regulations

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

November 25, 2014

The FDA will consider details throughout the next year, and will continue to solicit input on how to properly monitor these regulations.

Consumer confidence grows, but costs pressure profits

November 24, 2014

Despite increased consumer confidence, increased costs -- beef is up 39 percent -- are making it tough for restaurants to earn a profit.

Syrus Restaurant Information Services adds Android app

November 24, 2014

Syrus Restaurant Information Services has added an Android app to its restaurant management solutions portfolio to complement its already existing iOS app.

Teriyaki Madness hires new director of marketing

November 24, 2014

Dave O'Connor will focus on marketing the Asian concept nationally and supporting franchisees.

Restaurant organizations apprehensive about Obama's executive action on immigration

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

It has been estimated that about 20 percent of chefs, head cooks and cooks in the restaurant industry are undocumented immigrants.

Qdoba experiences double-digit growth in catering sales

November 21, 2014

Jack in the Box, parent company of Jack in the Box and Qdoba restaurant brands, announced its Q4 and FY results this week.

Zoe's comps up 6.3 percent YTD

November 21, 2014

Zoe's attributes the comp increase to an increase in transactions and product mix, combined with a 1.3-percent increase in price.

Foodservice Packaging Institute's annual Trends Report shows market shifts

November 20, 2014

Packaging trends include continued interest in sustainable products.

Credit card companies agree to reduce fees 10% in Canada

November 19, 2014

Card companies will reduce credit card interchange fees over five years by about 10 percent.

Jimmy John's customers file class action suit over data breach

November 19, 2014

Plaintiffs are seeking unspecified damages and free credit fraud monitoring for three years.

Front Burner Brands adds brand, marketing leaders

November 19, 2014

Maryellen Torres joined Front Burner Brands this summer as its first-ever chief brand officer, while Michele Whaley became the company's new senior director of…

Capriotti's franchise group changes name, adds board members

November 18, 2014

Dixie Foods International Inc., a Papa John's and Capriotti's Sandwich Shops franchisee, has changed its name to Preferred Restaurant Brands. The company has…

How a hotel became a hot fast casual concept

by Brenda Rick Smith — Editor, Networld Media Group

Marriott transformed its Courtyard food and beverage offerings away from the traditional buffet into a new fast casual format, resulting in a 27-percent jump…

Togo's appoints new COO

November 14, 2014

Jim Peros will oversee all operations and the expansion of the brand's restaurants throughout the West.

Specialty's Café & Bakery gains $37.5M credit facility

November 14, 2014

The financing from GE Capital will help the 50-unit chain refinance debt and grow.

Wingstop appoints new general counsel

November 13, 2014

Jay Young, who previously served at Chuck E. Cheese, will serve on the company’s executive leadership team.

Zoe's Kitchen announces secondary public offering

November 13, 2014

Current stockholders intend to offer 3,800,000 shares of common stock, with 570,000 available for purchase to the underwriters.