How Naf Naf CEO streamlined restaurant operations

Greg Willman, chairman & CEO of Naf Naf Grill, reveals four strategies for running more efficient restaurants.

The Foodservice Tools Restaurants Need in 2024

The right kitchen equipment is more than just a convenience—it is essential for maintaining efficiency, ensuring quality, and staying competitive. These tools…

Subway, Jason's Deli, Big Chicken headlining The Restaurant Catering Workshop

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Before a brand can deploy a catering-order management system and supporting technologies, it must align its business framework, business logic, workflow and…

Starbucks, Mercedes expanding EV charging network

July 17, 2024

As part of its environmental promise, Starbucks is installing Mercedes-Benz high-power electric vehicle chargers at locations on a 1,400-mile route along…

Angry Chickz VP reveals 4 steps to running a successful franchise

Mike LaRue, VP of Franchise Development at Angry Chickz, discusses the importance of developing a clear mission and a 100-year plan.

Axonify Identified as Representative Vendor in the 2024 Gartner Market Guide for Corporate Learning Tech

Affirms Axonify’s competitive edge in Learning Management Systems and continued benefit for enterprise organizations with frontline workforces.

Breaking bread and biases: Why restaurants (still) need more female voices

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

The Fast Casual Executive Summit is hosting the panel "Breaking Bread and Biases: Empowering Women for Fast Casual Leadership," featuring women leaders…

Tiki Taco names former PDQ exec as CEO

July 10, 2024

Kansas City-based Tiki Taco has hired Eric Knott, former COO of Florida-based PDQ, as CEO.

Pizzaiolo launches signature brand in Dana Point, California

Truly Pizza brings something to the Dana Point, California area that hasn't been seen yet -- a focus on upscale, signature pizza in a warm, inviting atmosphere…

Fatburger, Round Table Pizza to open co-branded units in Utah

July 9, 2024

FAT Brands Inc., parent company to Fatburger, Round Table Pizza and 16 other restaurant concepts has inked a development deal to bring Fatburger and Round…

Craveworthy Brands opening food hall

July 8, 2024

Craveworthy Brands, the parent company of several brands including Wing It On, The Budlong, Krafted Burger + Tap, Genghis Grill, BD's Mongolian Grill, Flat Top…

Why Thermal And Impact Printers Remain Essential In High-Tech Restaurant Operations

Thermal and Impact printers enhance restaurant operations by streamlining front- and back-of-house communications, automating tasks, and decreasing waste.

How to be successful in the food truck business

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, Connect Media

Patrick Bolanos of Trailer King Builders shares tips on how to get started as a food truck operator and expand.

Lunchbox launches catering hub

June 27, 2024

Lunchbox, a technology provider for restaurants, has created Cater, a dedicated community hub and council for catering executives across the restaurant…

5 secrets from top QSRs to increase Gen Z retention

You’ve heard it a million times: Gen Z is different. How can you improve engagement and retention among Gen Z employees? We took key learnings from studying…

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The food-at-work movement: Making catering a solid revenue stream

by Terry Matthews — Managing Partner, Off Premises Growth Academy

June 26, 2024

It's a mistake to build catering around the classical solutions of POS systems. Instead, operators must become light-food manufacturers.

SynergySuite Shortlisted in Three Categories at the 2024 SaaS Awards

SynergySuite, a leading innovator in restaurant and hospitality technology, is thrilled to announce being shortlisted as a finalist in three prestigious…

How to improve mobile food businesses with electric batteries

June 18, 2024

Many food trucks run on generators, but these devices are loud, expensive to repair and not environmentally friendly. A webinar, hosted on Food Truck Operator…

Qdoba issuing $100K to franchisees opening by 2026

June 17, 2024

Qdoba, which plans to double its footprint over the next seven years, is giving qualified candidates $100,000 in cash after opening stores by September 2026.

Wow Bao now available in Meijer, Giant Food stores

June 17, 2024

Wow Bao has partnered with grocers Meijer and Ahold Delhaize to offer its frozen food offerings in Michigan-based Meijer stores and at Hannaford, Giant Company…