Smithfield introduces cook-in-bag pulled pork product

September 5, 2013

Smithfield Foodservice has introduced a new Cook-in-Bag Smoked Pork Butt for restaurant operators who want to serve a pulled pork product without adding extra…

SCA's Tork launches No Kid Hungry promotion

September 5, 2013

Numerous restaurant chains have added promotions for Share Our Strength's No Kid Hungry campaign, which runs through September. SCA's Tork Brand is also…

Technomic VP: Wings will drive consumers to McDonald's

August 28, 2013

Technomic Vice President David Henkes spoke to Bloomberg Tuesday about McDonald's impending chicken wings launch, set for September.

US Foods names 'Next Top Product' semifinalists

August 27, 2013

Fifty-four chefs from across the country have begun competing for a spot in the final round of the 2nd Annual US Foods Next Top Product contest.

Analysts report above-average meat and dairy prices

August 23, 2013

Analysts with Great American Group Inc. have reported that pricing for meats and dairy products remains higher than average. The trend reflects the continued…

Merchandising company earns Subway's customer service award

August 21, 2013

Full-service merchandising company, Pro Pacific Uniforms, was presented with Subway restaurant chain's Excellence in Customer Service Award. The award, which…

Keep Your Restaurant Running When Your Network Goes Down

With restaurant operators increasingly dependent on the Internet to run their businesses, having a way to cope with network outages is critical.

Arby's focus turns to operational efficiencies

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The company's SVP of Operations said value is on trend and Arby's will embrace this with a new Snack and Save Menu rolling out in the fall.

Foodservice equipment company enhances website

August 16, 2013

Taylor Company, a provider of foodservice equipment, has introduced Taylor-Company.com, a new website designed to educate customers about the company's…

McDonald's distributor opens new facility to meet Midwest demand

August 16, 2013

Golden State Foods (GSF), a worldwide distributor and food processor, officially opened its doors at its new distribution facility in Whitewater, Wis.…

Food manufactures expected to increase use of sensors

August 16, 2013

Sensors already have a wide range of applications in the food and beverage industry, including the promotion of more efficient and environmentally sustainable…

Pork industry braces for all-time high prices

August 9, 2013

The cost of bacon is on the rise, and the high prices are expected by many analysts to hit the foodservice industry sooner than later.

Fruit processor named McDonald's U.S. Supplier of the Year

August 9, 2013

Shelby, Mich.-based Peterson Farms Inc. has been named McDonald's USA Supplier of the Year.

PAR launches POS enhancements

August 7, 2013

PAR Technology Corporation has released the latest version of PAR EverServ PixelPoint V12 point-of-sale software. EverServ PixelPoint V12 includes more than 4…

NY restaurant owners voice opposition to proposed polystyrene ban

August 6, 2013

More than 1,000 New York City area businesses have written letters to members of City Council in opposition of Mayor Mike Bloomberg's proposed ban on…

Checkers selects redistribution services provider

July 31, 2013

Consolidated Distribution Corporation LLC (CDC) has been selected to provide strategic foodservice redistribution services to Checkers Drive-In Restaurants…

Cintas releases customizable restroom collection for restaurants

July 30, 2013

To help restaurants promote their brand image, Cintas Corporation has introduced its new Signature Series, a line of customizable, designer restroom dispensers…

Burke names new quality assurance leader

July 30, 2013

Burke Corporation has announced that Amanda Lockhart will be director of Quality Assurance and Technical Services. Lockhart joins the Burke team to oversee…

4 tips to maximize ice production as demand, temps heat up

Rising heat is a factor behind decreased ice machine performance, but failure to perform routine, preventive maintenance can contribute to inefficiencies.

Cinnabon K-Cup flavor set to launch this year

July 26, 2013

Green Mountain Coffee Roasters Inc., parent company of Keurig's single cup brewing system, and Cinnabon Inc. have reached a multiyear agreement to bring…