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Starbucks reviewing tattoo policy, launching training program for at-risk youth
September 11, 2014
Starbucks is reviewing its policy on visible tattoos and launching a foundation to train at-risk youths to be baristas.
read nowFirehouse Subs partners with ArrowStream for supply chain software
September 11, 2014
Firehouse Subs has selected ArrowStream's OnDemand supply chain management and analysis solution.
read nowChipotle workers protest working conditions with shut down
September 11, 2014
Workers at a Chipotle near Penn State shut down the restaurant Wednesday in protest over working conditions.
read nowDelphi plans launch of mobile command center app
September 10, 2014
Delphi Display Systems Inc. plans to introduce its new Insight Mobile Command Center smart app aimed at providing restaurant operators with real-time…
read nowPanera asks customers to leave firearms outside
September 8, 2014
Panera is asking customers not to bring firearms into any of its stores.
read nowMcDonald’s expands test of build-your-own concept
September 8, 2014
McDonald’s test of build-your-own burger concepts has expanded from two restaurants in Orange County, California, to four total restaurants in Southern…
read nowMcAlister's CEO selected to head Einstein Noah Restaurant Group
September 8, 2014
Einstein Noah Restaurant Group today announced the appointment of Frank G. Paci as president and CEO, effective Sept. 15.
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New Wild Wing Cafe CEO has deep roots in fast casual, QSR
by Brenda Rick Smith — Editor, Networld Media Group
Restaurant industry veteran Tom Lewison has been tapped to help Wild Wing Cafe take flight.
read nowBRIX Holdings acquires salad chains
September 5, 2014
BRIX Holdings announced the additions of Souper Salad and Greenz to its portfolio.
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More part-time work? Training younger workers to expect less
by Jason Hamilton — VP of Marketing, Snagajob
A majority of younger job seekers say having a flexible work schedule is most attractive characteristic of a company.
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Five steps to creating a successful catering platform
by Erle Dardick — CEO, Monkeymedia
Having a plan is crucial to the success of catering within your organization, and it includes timelines, teams, locations, the menu and marketing.
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Wait time zero: The need for speed
by Noah Glass — CEO, Olo
Restaurant efficiency experts cite the 7-second rule; a 7-second reduction in customer wait times increases a chain’s market share by as much as 1 percent.
read nowFront Burner Brands adds general counsel
August 29, 2014
Front Burner Brands, Inc. has hired Bud Culp to fill its newly-created General Counsel role.
read nowZoe's Kitchen reports 7.5% comp increase YTD
August 29, 2014
Zoë's Kitchen, Inc. reported increased comps of 7.5 percent for Q2 2014, with a total 6.5 percent increase year to date.
read nowTyson Foods, Hillshire complete merger, announce leadership
August 29, 2014
Tyson Foods, Inc. has completed its merger with The Hillshire Brands Company.
read nowExecs acquire Tubby's Sub Shops
August 28, 2014
Robert Paganes, CEO of Tubby's Sub Shops, and Executive Vice President Bill Kiryakoza become sole partners of the Michigan-based company.
read nowFarmer Boys names new VP of Operations; creates role of VP of Development
August 26, 2014
Farmer Boys announced today that Kenny Hom will join the company as vice president of Operations and Kevin Kelly, formerly VP of Operations, will take on the…
read nowJamba inks administrative and technical outsourcing deal with Capgemini
August 26, 2014
Jamba Inc announced today it has entered into an agreement with Capgemini. The agreement provides enhanced administrative tools and technology services.
read nowTeriyaki Madness hires franchise expert as CEO
August 26, 2014
Teriyaki Madness has announced the hiring of Michael Haith as its new chief executive officer.
read nowKentucky company launches self-service reservations widget
August 26, 2014
Louisville, Ky.-based QSR Automation announced the release of DineTime Host version 3.0, a browser widget that when added to a restaurant's website provides…
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