4 tasks that kitchen robots should take over

Advances in robotics technology are helping commercial kitchen workers be more effective and efficient in several key areas.

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Are social media breaks the new smoke breaks?

Given a choice between a position that allows some access to a cellphone and a position that allows none, most people are going to choose having some access to…

Starbucks hires diversity officer

November 26, 2019

Starbucks has made Nzinga Shaw its global chief inclusion and diversity officer, according to a LinkedIn post from Shaw that said she was "thrilled to join…

8 ways to prevent restaurant workers from spreading Hep A

Since the Hepatitis A virus spreads so easily and quickly through food and water, it’s a huge threat for restaurants. It’s critical that restaurants take every…

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How automation can solve restaurant labor problems

High turnover is a lot for restaurant owners and managers to combat, but there is hope, and the answer lies in automation.

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Delivering a frictionless guest experience: one size doesn't fit all

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Technology allows restaurants to deliver a better guest experience, but companies still need to test new solutions since no one tool meets all companies…

How fast casual workers can avoid 3 common injuries

In 2017, there were approximately 3.2 non-fatal occupational injuries for every 100 workers in the food service and accommodation industry, with many of those…

How women leaders can make a difference in foodservice

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Four women, who were invited to share experiences as female executives during the Fast Casual Executive Summit in Austin, said women in leadership positions…

El Pollo Loco pledges to be more inclusive of Hispanics

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Launched at the World Economic Forum in 2019, The Hispanic Promise is a non-legally binding way to encourage business leaders and companies to create a more…

Chipotle cares about your mental health

November 5, 2019

Chipotle Mexican Grill is providing access to mental healthcare and financial wellness for more than 80,000 employees in 2020. By simplifying access to mental…

Nekter CEO talks about Whole Foods, customer evolution + staying 'juiced,' 9 years in

by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group

Nekter Juice Bar CEO Steve Schulze joins QSRweb podcast host, Shelly Whitehead, on this edition of the show with some of the wisdom he's picked up over his…

Tork releases online modules to boost foodservice professionals

October 29, 2019

Tork, an Essity brand in workplace hygiene, has launched Reach for the Stars, a free online module series to help foodservice managers and owners improve their…

&pizza gives late-night DC employees discounted rides home, via Lyft

October 24, 2019

Lyft and &pizza are partnering to bring &pizza employees in Washington, D.C. a reliable late-night transit option. The Lyft for Late Nights program — a…

Revel joins 7Shifts to sync labor management with sales

October 22, 2019

Cloud-based POS provider, Revel Systems, has joined with restaurant labor management solution company, 7shifts, to create a way for operators to synchronize…

Coolgreens promotes Amanda Powell to operations chief

October 18, 2019

Amanda Powell, Coolgreens' director of operations and training, has been promoted to vice president of operations at the healthy lifestyle fast casual brand.

5 ways training can help restaurants prevent sexual harassment

Implementing regular, interactive training that’s customized for restaurant operators can help move the conversation from awareness to action to prevention.

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Chipotle enhances employee education initiative

October 15, 2019

Chipotle Mexican Grill is offering eligible employees a debt-free college degree benefit which expands on its commitment to employee education via the Chipotle…

Teriyaki Madness opens corporate shop in downtown Denver

October 14, 2019

Teriyaki Madness is opening the doors this week of a corporate shop in Denver.

Panera Bread SVP: 'Mission matters, purpose matters'

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

The complexities of operational excellence in the omnichannel environment are challenging restaurants, and employers are challenged more than ever to unlock…

How sweetgreen execs use tech to sweeten employee training

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Although technology has gotten a bad reputation for cutting human interaction, sweetgreen is using a variety of tech tools to get up close and personal with…