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How 24/7 Group Chats Are Burning Out Your Food Service Team
The food industry has a problem of an “always-on” culture that’s exhausting your team and costing your business. The good news is, there’s a simple way to fix…
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Small restaurants, big impact: Why mom-and-pop eateries still matter
Despite the presence of national restaurant chains, research consistently shows diners form their most-lasting and meaningful memories in independently owned…
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White Castle to open in Daytona Beach
September 2, 2025
White Castle will open a location in Daytona Beach. A grand opening is slated for later summer 2026, according to a press release.
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Toppers Pizza launches catering menu
September 2, 2025
Toppers Pizza is debuting its catering menu nationwide. The brand is able to cater any event with just 90 minutes' notice, according to a press release.
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Breaking boundaries: Derrick Hayes on purpose, power, building Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks
by Kathleen Wood — Founder, K. Wood Partners
In this episode of Founderology – Built to Breakthrough, Derrick Hayes opens up about the decisions, setbacks, and breakthroughs that shaped his path. He…
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The Hidden Gold Mine in Your Restaurant Kitchen: Why Back-of-House Technology Is the New Competitive Advantage
Discover why real growth for multi-unit restaurants lies not in flashy front-of-house trends, but in back-of-house tech. AI-powered ops, real-time inventory…
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White Castle to launch in Texas
August 29, 2025
White Castle will open its first restaurant in Texas at the Grandscape in The Colony, according to a press release.
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Gen Z’s dining obsession and how LTOs can drive QSR success
by Samir Zabaneh — Chief Executive Officer, TouchBistro
Limited-time offers (LTOs) are a key strategy for QSRs to attract and engage Gen Z consumers, who are driven by digital trends, a fear of missing out and a…
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How AI can help in operational efficiency, labor productivity, productized compliance
August 28, 2025
In a recent webinar "Labor Forecasting 2.0: Predicting Future Demand and Staffing for Efficient Growth with AI," presented by Deputy and hosted by Networld…
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Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken appoints Brian Seitz as director of store design, construction
August 28, 2025
Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken has added Brian Seitz as its director of store design and construction. Seitz brings over 30 years of extensive experience in…
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Loyalty programs: What customers value most
Restaurant loyalty programs work—but only if they deliver value. Explore SMG insights into what customers want and how to overcome common challenges.
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Gong cha, Crust Pizza leaders talk franchising in today's modern restaurant world
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
A session at the Fast Casual Executive Summit will look at franchising dos and don'ts as well as the latest trends and innovations in franchising.
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McDonald's releases Special Edition Gold Sauce
August 27, 2025
McDonald's as released a limited edition Special Edition Gold Sauce. The sauce is a blend of North Carolina BBQ sauce infused with notes of honey, smoke and…
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Frios Gourmet Pops hires former franchisee as VP of operations
August 27, 2025
Frios Gourmet Pops has appointed former franchisee Alison Groom to VP of operations, according to a press release.
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Great American Cookies, Marble Slab Creamery hits Sanford, North Carolina
August 26, 2025
FAT Brands has opened a co-branded Great American Cookies and Marble Slab Creamery in Sanford, North Carolina. The new restaurant brings both brands to the…
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FAT Brands goes virtual with Great American Cookies
August 26, 2025
FAT Brands, parent company of Great American Cookies, has partnered with Virtual Dining Concepts to launce Great American Cookies as one of as one of VDC's…
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Domino's brings back 'Best Deal Ever'
August 26, 2025
Domino's has bought back its "Best Deal Ever" promotion. For a limited time, customers can order any pizza with any toppings for $9.99 each, according to a…
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Mooyah VP of operations talks quality of food, consistency and those milkshakes
Beth Stockmoe, VP of operations for Mooyah, discusses the brand's food and operations in our latest Restaurant Operator Podcast.
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Loman AI raises $3.5M to transform restaurant operations via voice AI
August 26, 2025
Loman AI, a Voice AI platform for the restaurant industry, has raised $3.5 million led by Next Coast Ventures with participation from TenOneTen Ventures and…
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Scheduling Chaos Costs More Than Overtime: Here’s Why
Discover how outdated, spreadsheet-based scheduling silently undermines restaurant profits—with turnover, customer loss, and burned-out managers costing far…
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