Operations News & Media
Crude oil prices rise 10 percent in two months
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
Unanticipated refinery maintenance and higher demand are also driving up the cost of fuel.
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Manager's Red Book technology suite goes online
February 18, 2013
Red Book Solutions announced today at the International Franchise Association Convention in Las Vegas that, as part of the new technology suite brought…
read nowPizza takeout concepts drive loyalty with value, location and discounts
February 15, 2013
A new survey of restaurant customers in the U.S. identifies the top loyalty drivers for pizza takeout concepts as good value, convenient locations and low…
read nowFigaro's names new director of Marketing
February 15, 2013
Figaro's Italian Pizza Inc., the franchisor of more than 100 pizza restaurants operating under three brand names, announced that Jennifer M. Young, marketing…
read nowVilla Enterprises plans six new outlets in Egypt
February 15, 2013
Villa Enterprises plans to open a Villa Italian Kitchen location in the Mall of Arabia food court in Cairo, Egypt, through franchisee Sherief Sobh.
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Despite doubling system in 5 years, Marco's Pizza CEO wants more
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
Jack Butorac wants the Toledo, Ohio-based chain to be the fourth largest pizza brand in the U.S.
read nowCelebrity chefs headline NRA Show's Culinary Showcase event
February 14, 2013
The National Restaurant Association announced that celebrity chefs from across the country — including Top Chef Masters winner Rick Bayless, Iron Chef's Cat…
read nowNoble Roman's expands grocery store take-and-bake presence
February 14, 2013
Noble Roman's Inc. has signed two new franchise agreements in the last three weeks, bringing the total number of Take-n-Bake (TNB) units open or in development…
read nowMinimum wage debate sends restaurant stocks into tailspin
February 14, 2013
The day after President Obama proposed an increase in the federal minimum wage — from the current $7.25 to $9 — during his State of the Union address, shares…
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10 ways to build your restaurant catering program
by Erle Dardick — CEO, Monkeymedia
Growing catering revenues requires professional business-to-business selling skills.
read nowRestaurant franchise industry veteran starts strategic advisory firm
February 13, 2013
Franchise industry veteran Lynette McKee, CFE, announced today the launch of McKeeCo Services LLC, a franchising and development strategic advisory firm.…
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President Obama proposes to increase minimum wage to $9
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
State of the Union address touches on immigration reform, health care regulations and other topics that directly affect the restaurant industry.
read nowGreenfield Farms Food acquires Carmela's Pizzeria
February 12, 2013
Greenfield Farms Food Inc. announced today that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire 100 percent of the equity interest in Carmela's Pizzeria.…
read nowFranchise association outlines 2013 policies to accelerate job creation
February 12, 2013
The International Franchise Association released its 2013 Policy Platform in advance of President Obama's State of the Union address today. The platform makes…
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Romance your customers on Valentines Day by engaging them
by Jitendra Gupta — Mobile CRM Director, Punchh
Valentine's Day has me thinking about how new lovers aren't all that different from new restaurant customers: Both want attention that affirms the other party…
read nowHenny Penny CEO honored by NAFEM
February 12, 2013
The North American Association of Food Equipment Manufacturers (NAFEM) presented Steven D. Cobb, CFSP, chairman and CEO, Henny Penny Corporation, Eaton…
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Wheat prices fall 20 cents in a week
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
Gas continues to climb; diesel fuel passes $4.
read nowYum! Brands plans expansion in Russia
February 11, 2013
Yum! Restaurants International's Oleg Pisklov said today that the company plans to open between 60 and 70 restaurants in 2013 in Russia and other Commonwealth…
read nowFlippers Pizzeria pushes per-person catering menu
February 11, 2013
February in Central Florida tends to generate a busy catering schedule for Flippers Pizzeria, as the 74-degree average temperature inspires indoor and outdoor…
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High-volume hiring questions asked and answered
by Jason Hamilton — VP of Marketing, Snagajob
A focus on planning, developing goals, consistency and follow-ups is key to a positive applicant experience.
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