Don’t wait ‘til Halloween to ghost hunt

The assistant manager was in charge of inputting hours worked by employees into the back office system. She was very diligent in making sure employees were…

Proceeds from MonkeyMedia Software catering 'how to' to benefit Share Our Strength

October 20, 2011

A new book is now available to help multi-unit restaurant chains understand what it takes to develop a successful catering platform. Erle Dardick, the founder…

NRA names Christopher Melchert senior manager for Food Safety and Quality Assurance

October 20, 2011

The National Restaurant Association has announced the addition of Christopher Melchert as senior manager for Food Safety and Quality Assurance, a new position…

Old Chicago intros "Chef's Homemade Creations" LTO

October 20, 2011

Old Chicago has launched its latest limited-time offer, "Chef's Homemade Creations," that feature individual ultimate Chicago-style deep dish pizzas, artisan…

Restaurants to go back to scratch?

Across channels, there is a return to true cooking. But, is it worth it?

Little Caesars names Dana M. Tilley VP, Research, Development & Innovation

October 19, 2011

Little Caesars Pizza has announced the appointment of Dana M. Tilley as vice president of Research, Development & Innovation. In her new role, Tilley will…

Giordano's Pizza chain receives $26 million bid

October 19, 2011

According to an article in the Chicago Tribune, the Giordano's Pizza chain has received a $26 million offer for its operations. The information was taken from…

Build great pizza, and they will come

by Jennifer Wright — CFO, Ecovention, LLC

Build good pizza and they will come -- even the U.S. President. Just ask Chris Sommers of Pi Pizzeria based in St. Louis, M. That's just what happened in…

Mobile inventory management helps control restaurant costs

October 18, 2011

ArrowStream, a provider of supply chain management technology and logistics services for the foodservice industry, has launched ArrowScan, a handheld scanning…

Fox's to open 5th Virginia location

October 18, 2011

Pennsylvania-based Fox's Pizza Den plans to open its newest location Nov. 7 in Amherst, Va., under the ownership of Jay and Tabb Hott, according to New Era…

Topper's to add Ontario location

October 18, 2011

The Toppazzini family is launching its second Topper's Pizza store in Hamilton, Ontario. It's also the first Southern Ontario store to feature the Topper's…

Top That! opens 1st franchised unit

October 18, 2011

Tulsa, Okla., is home to Top That! Pizza's first franchise unit; four more are under construction and dozens are in the pipeline, according to Lori Walderich…

Pizza Inn breaks into Chinese market

October 18, 2011

Pizza Inn Holdings, Inc. has announced the expansion of its Pizza Inn concept in China with the opening of a new location in the City of Hangzhou in the…

Carb Lovers unite: Part 2

by Suzy Badaracco — President, Culinary Tides Inc

It is time to celebrate carbs and instead of bashing them. I discussed all the ways carbs are often villainized in part 1 of this series.  Now, it's time to…

Itty bitty is now a biggie

by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com

Popping up everywhere you turn in our industry today are new mini desserts. Baskin-Robbins just launched the concept last week, and many new offerings are in…

Make 'thank-you' more meaningful

by Amanda Richardson — Senior Vice President of Product and Marketing, Snagajob

There is no app for appreciation. It doesn't get much more low-tech than shaking a hand, patting a back, writing a note or just saying thank you.

LivingSocial taps more expensive restaurant deals

October 17, 2011

Online deals site LivingSocial is launching a new service called LivingSocial Gourmet, aimed at foodies. According to Foxnews, the invitation-only service…

Snagajob is No. 1 'Best Small Company to Work For in America'

October 17, 2011

Snagajob, a provider of workforce solutions for employers, many within the restaurant industry, took the No. 1 position on Entrepreneur.com and the Great Place…

Eagle Boys launches dessert pizza

October 17, 2011

Australia's Eagle Boys Pizza has launched a profiterole (pastry) pizza, its first family-size dessert pizza. The "Profiterizza" features Bavarian custard…

Perka unveils cardless loyalty iPod platform

October 17, 2011

Perka has unveiled a new cardless loyalty marketing platform that runs on an iPod, enabling small businesses to connect with customers via their mobile phones…