Papa John’s names new SVP of human resources

November 11, 2010

Papa John's International has announced the appointment of Annette Calhoun to senior vice president of human resources. In this position, Calhoun is…

Setting boundaries for social networking in the workplace

by Carolyn Richmond — Partner, Fox Rothschild

With each passing day, social networking becomes further ingrained in our personal and work lives. The benefits of social networking in the workplace can be…

Mentoring: A lost method for chain restaurant dividends?

by Jason Rummer — President, By the Slice Solutions

Is the process of mentoring team members a lost art in your company?  I hope not, because the positive investment of your time and energy in someone or a team…

QSR giants granted insurance benefits waivers

National Restaurant Association spokesperson believes progress means more restaurant insurance companies could successfully apply for waivers.

All this change is driving me crazy!

by Paul Mcginnis — Vice President, Marketing, Ecolab Food Safety Specialties

I was sure it would be a short, 15-minute lesson about e-mail to my 62-year old father. Tell him the basics, have him create and respond to an e-mail and then…

Anatomy of a 24-hour pizza restaurant

"It's always breakfast at Domino's" could be the new slogan for a University of Dayton-area store testing continual operation.

Bosco's Pizza creates innovative wellness program

September 22, 2010

Bosco's Pizza Co. has deployed a holistic, trackable wellness program for its employees. The program, hatched with Wellco Corp., also helps save money at…

Philadelphia restaurant workers get insurance break

September 20, 2010

More than 500,000 Pennsylvania restaurant workers will soon have access to health insurance and related products and services through a new private health…

NRA supports repeal of 1099 reporting requirements

September 14, 2010

The National Restaurant Association has issued a statement from Scott DeFife, executive vice-president for Policy and Government Affairs, regarding the…

CiCi’s gets new CMO, CDO

September 8, 2010

CiCi's Pizza has announced the addition of Bill Spae as chief development officer.  

Planning store layouts? Consider the recycling and composting trend

by Kim Frankovich — VP of Sustainability, Solo Cup Company

As I travel the country, I see more and more operators, universities, airports and hotels collecting recyclables and compostables. If you’re planning new…

Domino’s promotes Lawton to CFO

August 19, 2010

Domino's Pizza has named Michael Lawton as its new executive vice president and chief financial officer. Lawton, 51, is an 11-year veteran of Domino's Pizza…

Perfecting the search for franchisees

Executives are pursuing very specific individuals through new methods.

Building revenue through back to school

By Ed Zimmerman

Anatomy of a premium pizza buffet

How one brand positioned itself for growth by letting outsiders in for a cause.

When it's time to hire, look for learners

by Michael Harms — Sr. Business Analyst, People Report - Black Box Intelligence

Odds are you’ve never met my mother. That’s too bad. Think Betty White with darker hair. My mom is one of the sweetest people you’ll ever meet and her cinnamon…

Baskin-Robbins names Papa John's veteran to new post

August 3, 2010

While many companies continue to downsize, Baskin-Robbins has created a new positon to oversee U.S. operations. Bill Mitchell has been named vice president…

Pizza Hut launches website for prospective franchisees

August 3, 2010

Pizza Hut has launched PizzaHutFranchise.com, a new website showcasing franchising opportunities nationwide, making it easier for potential franchisees to join…

Manager incentive programs of yesterday

Tom Monaghan used to give his best-producing 'Dominoids' the Piaget off his wrist. And it worked.

Stevi B's snags Arby's marketing alum

Stevi B's Pizza has announced that Allyson K. Smith has been named chief marketing officer for the brand. In this position, Smith will lead all strategic brand…