PizzaExpress changing tipping policy to remove controversial fee

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

September 3, 2015

After nearly 10,000 people signed a petition urging London-based PizzaExpress to stop siphoning tips from its employees, the chain announced Thursday it would…

Sbarro announces rebranding, expansion, launch of delivery service

September 1, 2015

Known for selling pizza by the slice, Sbarro will open its first free-standing store in Columbus, Ohio, and also offer delivery and carry-out services.

Restaurateurs speak out against NLRB ruling

by Travis Wagoner — Editor, Networld Media Group

The National Labor Relations Board made it easier on Thursday for restaurant workers to unionize, and many restaurateurs are already worried about what the…

NRA: NLRB’s ruling upends 'joint-employer standard'

August 27, 2015

The National Labor Relations Board’s (NLRB) ruling in the Browning-Ferris Industries case has broad implications across several industries, including…

All-deaf pizzeria is all-good: Human communication is more than words

by Travis Wagoner — Editor, Networld Media Group

Melody and Russell Stein, owners of a pizzeria with an all-deaf staff, are now able to share their story with the world thanks to a new project created by…

Watterstrom, Creative Revolutions partner to help increase turnover speeds

August 24, 2015

Watterstrom Company and Creative Revolutions have partnered with mobile technology to solve the lack of communication in restaurants, according to a company…

Commodities: Cheese prices still rising

The price for cheese increased by 6 cents, but wheat prices dropped 16 cents over the past week.

Marco’s Pizza cooks up more than menu items in new test kitchen

August 21, 2015

As part of a new corporate training facility, the Marco's Pizza test kitchen is being utilized to improve the chain's menu and employees' skills.

Papa John’s selects Red e App to increase opps efficiency

August 20, 2015

Papa John’s selects Red e App to increase its operational efficiency through mobile workflow communication with its corporate managers.

Zenput plugs in new task-management features to drive consistent store experience

August 18, 2015

Streamlined project management features promise to save time and money.

Bright White Paper releases 'easy, safe' sign-hanging solution

August 17, 2015

Menus, hours and other important restaurant information can now be safely stored in magnetic-lined frames, according to Bright White Paper Company.

Commodities: Cheese down, gasoline up

by Travis Wagoner — Editor, Networld Media Group

The price for cheese fell by nearly 5 cents, but gasoline has increased 8 cents over the past week.

CiCi’s Pizza exec featured on CNBC’s 'Make Me a Millionaire Inventor'

August 13, 2015

CiCi’s Pizza VP of Operations Brian Cassidy provided expert feedback to a Marinara Tower inventor on the premier episode of CNBC's "Make Me a Millionaire…

NRA: Restaurants serving opportunity for America’s youth

August 12, 2015

As summer winds down and students head back to school, the NRA is highlighting the restaurant industry’s role in providing job opportunities to millions of…

Commodities: Are wheat prices coming back up?

After wheat has fallen steadily for several weeks, it is up 2 cents.

Compass Group adopts Five Freedoms for animal welfare

August 6, 2015

Compass Group joins Wal-Mart and General Mills in embracing Five Freedom’s procurement practices.

Papa John's CEO on why he spends $100M annually on 'better ingredients'

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

"You can’t make good wine from bad grapes, and the same thing applies to pizza," said CEO John Schnatter.

6 ways to make your restaurant more sustainable without cutting profits

by Vishy Visweswaran — Chief Technology Officer, SCA Technologies

Follow these six tips that relate to promotions planning and execution to make your restaurant more sustainable in the current industry climate.

How 'informed' employees will make you more money

Developing a culture of learning is a 365-day commitment that will motivate your staff and have a significant impact on your bottom line if you put in the time…

What do the Department of Labor's proposed changes mean for restaurants?

While the U.S. Department of Labor proposed regulations contain a number of significant changes, of most concern to restaurants is the proposal that the…