NRA offering POS informational kit

January 26, 2011

In an effort to help its members, and others in the foodservice industry, better understand the complex elements of implementing a point-of-sale system, the…

Starbucks reports its strongest holiday season ever

January 26, 2011

Starbucks Corporation reported financial results for its fiscal first quarter 2011, ended Jan. 2. The results featured plenty of highlights, including a …

Next stop for Wingstop: Baltimore/D.C. corridor

January 26, 2011

Wingstop has signed a development agreement to open 20 new stores in the Baltimore/Washington, D.C. corridor within the next several years.

Firehouse Subs cofounder named to FRLA Hall

January 26, 2011

Robin Sorensen, cofounder of Firehouse Subs, has been named to the Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association's Hall of Fame. He joins some of the Sunshine…

Dickey's expands Mississippi footprint

January 25, 2011

Dickey's Barbecue Pit has expanded in Mississippi, opening a new location in Meridian this week. This unit is the chain's 139th thus far, with another 60 set…

Wingstop ready to tackle Super Bowl Sunday

January 25, 2011

Wingstop will stock up on staff and supplies for Super Bowl Sunday, Feb. 6, as the chain prepares for its busiest day of the year.

Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill turns three

January 25, 2011

Denver-based Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill will mark its three-year anniversary Jan. 28.

NRA adds to its board of directors

January 24, 2011

The National Restaurant Association has named Desmond Hague to its board of directors.

Famous Brands reports 13.3 percent sales boost

January 24, 2011

Famous Brands Ltd. has reported a staggering 13.3 percent sales growth for December 2010. South African-based Famous Brands has a robust quick-service and fast…

Qdoba promotes five executive team members

January 24, 2011

Denver-based Qdoba Mexican Grill has promoted five executives to build on the company's sales, growth, marketing, franchise and menu innovation efforts. The…

Cosi Inc. sees increase in fourth-quarter sales

January 23, 2011

Così Inc. has reported that system-wide comparable restaurant sales for the 2010 fourth quarter has increased 4.5 percent compared to the fourth quarter of…

Tropical Smoothie Café names franchise COO

January 20, 2011

Tropical Smoothie Cafe? has announced the promotion of Mike Rotondo to chief operating officer. In his new role, Rotondo will be responsible for coordinating…

Elevation Burger enters international territory

January 20, 2011

Elevation Burger has signed a multi-unit agreement with real estate veteran Nael Mustafa to build restaurants throughout Bahrain. The first location is slated…

Firehouse Subs CEO: Are there too many restaurants?

by Don Fox — CEO, Firehouse of America

Are there too many restaurants?

FOCUS Brands names Gary Bales chief concept officer

January 18, 2011

FOCUS Brands Inc. has announced that Gary Bales has been named chief concept officer in addition to his role as president of Carvel. Bales will now oversee…

ParTech’s president passes away

January 17, 2011

Ed Soladay, president of ParTech Inc., PAR Technology Corporation’s largest wholly owned subsidiary, has died unexpectedly.

EXIT41 names Chet Barnard CEO

January 17, 2011

Exit41, a provider of social ordering solutions for the restaurant industry, has announced the appointment of seasoned business executive Chet Barnard as its…

Starbucks super sizes coffee lineup

January 17, 2011

Starbucks Corp. is unveiling a new cup size that will take beverage consumption to stratospheric heights. The company's new "Trenta" will be able to hold 91…

Zoës Kitchen names new COO

January 16, 2011

Zoës Kitchen has announced the appointment of Kevin Miles to chief operating officer, a new position for the company.

Seven operating principles come 2011

By Lori Walderich