National Restaurant Association expands food safety education in China

August 3, 2012

National Restaurant Association representatives traveled to China last month to expand the organization's commitment to food safety education there. While the…

Kitchens With Confidence partners with Allergy Eats

August 2, 2012

Kitchens with Confidence, an international food training organization based in Northern Colorado, has teamed up with Boston-based AllergyEats, which…

Uncle Maddio's introduces gluten-free pizza for kids

August 2, 2012

Uncle Maddio's Pizza Joint launched a gluten-free kids' pizza this week. The kids' meal pizzas are available with a choice of more than 25 gluten-free toppings.

NRA launches sixth ServSafe Manager course

July 30, 2012

The National Restaurant Association (NRA) has launched its ServSafe Manager Online Course, 6th Edition – the web-based version of its ServSafe Manager Book…

Spread of hours in New York

by Rick Casmass — VP Marketing, Valiant

Are you familiar with the regulation regarding the spread of hours in New York? It applies to virtually every restaurant in the state and failure to adhere to…

How does a restaurant pop the question?

by Nate DaPore — President and CEO, PeopleMatter

Engaged employees can increase revenue per interaction, improve repeat business and ensure customer advocacy.

Gatti's Pizza introduces gluten-free offerings

July 25, 2012

On July 31, Gatti's Pizza will offer guests one free 12-inch medium three-topping gluten-free pizza. This one day event kicks off the launch of gluten-free…

Pizza Hut franchisee offers payroll debit cards for staff

July 25, 2012

TFG Card Solutions has provided the employees at JGJ Management's nine Pizza Hut franchises with payroll debit cards. The cards allow unbanked employees to…

Nat'l Restaurant Association creates new Military Foundation

July 24, 2012

The National Restaurant Association (NRA) is enhancing efforts to build career opportunities and support for military personnel and veterans with the launch of…

Glass is half full hiring: it’s all about perspective

by Jason Hamilton — VP of Marketing, Snagajob

Giving an applicant's previous experience a lot of weight in hiring decisions may seem like the prudent approach, but when it comes to finding a right-fit…

Restaurant associations file lawsuit against U.S. Dept. of Labor over tipping

July 16, 2012

Restaurant industry trade associations have filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) on behalf of restaurants and restaurant employees who…

Five ways to improve your pizzeria's telecommunications

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Reporting features can help operators save money and upsell.

The service sucked, but that new logo looks great

by Nate DaPore — President and CEO, PeopleMatter

A great marketing campaign is only part of the equation for a successful business.

National Restaurant Association reports continued restaurant job growth

July 5, 2012

New analysis by the National Restaurant Association shows that the restaurant industry continues to serve as a leading creator of jobs, outpacing overall U.S.

Crime prevention – The power of a flower

Crime Prevention through Environmental Design relies on the ability to deter criminal acts.

Restaurant industry reports continued positive sales

June 29, 2012

The outlook for the restaurant industry remained positive for the months ahead, as the National Restaurant Association's Restaurant Performance Index (RPI…

Yum! Restaurants International names new general manager of Brazil

June 29, 2012

Yum! Restaurants International has appointed Andréa Rolim to the position of general manager, Brazil, overseeing the operations, marketing, training and…

Google: I dislike my staff

by Nate DaPore — President and CEO, PeopleMatter

The second most likely reason your staff leaves is lack of respect or support from a supervisor.

Health Care Law upheld, restaurant industry players respond

June 28, 2012

The United States Supreme Court today upheld a majority of the provisions within the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA), with a 5-4 decision.

Yum! Brands' David Novak named CEO of the Year

June 27, 2012

Chief Executive magazine has named David Novak, CEO of Yum! Brands, as its "2012 CEO of the Year," an award nominated and selected by a group of his peers.