Aligning influencer marketing with business strategy

by Mitch Duckler — Founder and Managing Partner, FullSurge

Influencers can make or break your brand's message. Hiring the right marketing partner is paramount to success.

TundraFMP is Optimizing Kitchen Storage with Cambro

Whether you're commanding a commercial kitchen or putting up orders from a converted VW bus, every back-of-house seems to lack the same thing: adequate…

Layne's Chicken Fingers to enter Wyoming

April 26, 2024

Layne's Chicken Fingers, a Texas-based chicken franchise known for crispy tenders, is entering Wyoming with its first location planned for Cheyenne, according…

Carl's Jr. makes El Diablo burger permanent menu addition

April 26, 2024

The spicy El Diablo burger is back at Carl's Jr. — and this time it's a permanent addition to the menu. The burger features two charbroiled all-beef patties…

New York Fries opens in Jersey City

April 26, 2024

New York Fries opened last month in the Newport Centre Mall in Jersey City, its third restaurant to open in the U.S. over the last three months.

Wienerschnitzel names CDO

April 25, 2024

Wienerschnitzel has appointed Doug Koob to the role of chief development officer, according to a press release.

Domino's to 'tip' customers who tip delivery drivers

April 25, 2024

Domino's Pizza is soon launching a promotion, "You Tip, We Tip," that rewards customers who tip their delivery drivers online, according to a press release.

Gold & Silver Plate Awards honoring foodservice standouts

April 25, 2024

Eight executives offering food-away-from-home services will be honored next month at The International Foodservice Manufacturers Association's 70th annual Gold…

TurboChef selects LeanDNA to optimize inventory management

April 24, 2024

TurboChef, a division of Middleby Corporation specializing in ventless rapid-cook ovens, is using LeanDNA to improve production visibility and manage inventory…

Dairy Queen brings on EVP of research, development

April 24, 2024

Dairy Queen has hired Jane Friedrich as EVP, research and development. She reports to the president and CEO, according to press release.

How location intelligence can help restaurants identify, cater to customers

In this episode of the Restaurant Operator Podcast, host Mandy Detwiler, editor of Pizza Marketplace and QSRweb, talks to Charles Wetzel, CEO of Kalibrate…

Digital Signage Suppliers: Separating the Good From the Great

Choosing between digital signage suppliers can be quite difficult. Learn how to cut through the noise and select the best provider for your unique needs.

Wendy's expands renewable energy use through community solar programs

April 23, 2024

The Wendy's Company is expanding its use of renewable energy by participating in community solar programs across several states. The move is part of the…

Pizza Hut Partners with Dairy Farmers of America to reduce cheese production emissions

April 23, 2024

Pizza Hut has made progress in its efforts to make its cheese production more sustainable through a partnership with Dairy Farmers of America. The initiative…

Digital Drive-Thru Menu Boards: Taking Your QSR to the Next Level

In the world of quick-service restaurants (QSRs), businesses are constantly trying to revolutionize dining and provide their customers with the most seamless…

Smalls Sliders appoints Julie Hauser-Blanner as COO

April 22, 2024

Smalls Sliders has appointed Julie Hauser-Blanner as COO. Hauser-Blanner will oversee the brand's daily operations, driving strategic initiatives to elevate…

Advancing the restaurant industry with AI innovations in 2024

by Daniel Hawes — Vice President of Product Design, Givex

From VR dining experiences to predictive inventory management, the infusion of AI into the restaurant industry marks a transition from traditional practices to…

Chick-fil-A joins U.S. Food Waste Pact

April 19, 2024

Chick-fil-A has joined the U.S. Food Waste Pact, making it the first restaurant brand to join. The Pact is a national effort to reduce food waste across the…

Checkers & Rally's opens restaurant in El Mirage, Arizona

April 19, 2024

Checkers & Rally's, the fast-food chain known for its double drive-thru and burger-and-fries focus, has opened a location in El Mirage, Arizona. The…

Givex's best-in-class POS solution a boon to restaurant brands

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

In this episode of the Restaurant Operator Podcast, Networld Media Group Editor Mandy Detwiler chats with Don Smith, director of business development for…