Startups prove the future of foodservice is bright

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

A handful of businessmen and women have come up with new concepts specifically to solve restaurant operators' biggest problems.

8 tips for heading off holiday scheduling stress

by Brenda Rick Smith — Editor, Networld Media Group

Increased traffic coupled with more requests for time off can add up to scheduling stress. Check out these tips for reducing the stress.

FAQ's about the FDA's final menu regulations

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

November 25, 2014

The FDA will consider details throughout the next year, and will continue to solicit input on how to properly monitor these regulations.

Cinnabon debuts Bon Bake shop concept

November 25, 2014

The Bon Bake Shop by Cinnabon made its debut this week in Houston's Willowbrook Mall. The mall is serving as a test location for the new concept, which…

Consumer confidence grows, but costs pressure profits

November 24, 2014

Despite increased consumer confidence, increased costs -- beef is up 39 percent -- are making it tough for restaurants to earn a profit.

Syrus Restaurant Information Services adds Android app

November 24, 2014

Syrus Restaurant Information Services has added an Android app to its restaurant management solutions portfolio to complement its already existing iOS app.

Restaurant organizations apprehensive about Obama's executive action on immigration

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

It has been estimated that about 20 percent of chefs, head cooks and cooks in the restaurant industry are undocumented immigrants.

Arby's debuts fast casual-inspired design in Tennessee

November 21, 2014

Arby's Restaurant Group Inc. announced the opening of a new restaurant design and format in White House, Tennessee.

Yum! Brands' incoming CEO named as director of the board

November 21, 2014

Yum! Brands has named Greg Creed, 57, as director of the board. Creed will take over the company's helm as CEO on Jan. 1.

Jack in the Box improves operating margin despite California wage pressures

November 21, 2014

Jack in the Box, parent company of Jack in the Box and Qdoba restaurant brands, announced its Q4 and FY results this week.

Foodservice Packaging Institute's annual Trends Report shows market shifts

November 20, 2014

Packaging trends include continued interest in sustainable products.

McDonald's turnaround plan: 'Get closer to the customer'

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

McDonald's CFO said the company is behind some competitors in the digital space and is therefore investing at an 'accelerated rate' to get enhancements to the…

Credit card companies agree to reduce fees 10% in Canada

November 19, 2014

Card companies will reduce credit card interchange fees over five years by about 10 percent.

Burger King cancels German franchise license after wage-theft allegations

November 19, 2014

Burger King has canceled 89 of its German franchises after a TV report aired in May alleging wage theft and food expiration incidents.

Popeyes adds software to test and evaluate business initiatives

November 19, 2014

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen has partnered with APT to license its Test & Learn Management System. According to Hospitality Technology, the QSR will use the…

Sonic promotes two to SVP positions

November 18, 2014

Sonic has announced two promotions – Paige Bass has been named senior vice president and general counsel, and Anita Vanderveer has been named senior vice…

Popeyes cites 'superior' real estate focus as driver of new unit profit growth

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The chain outperformed the overall QSR category by 6 percentage points in Q3.

Wendy's franchisee offering online business degrees to employees

November 13, 2014

NPC International, Pizza Hut's largest global franchisee and a 400-unit Wendy's franchise, has partnered with Martin Methodist College to offer employees…

'Hidden compliance cost:' Restaurants with 50+ full-time employees must start ACA reporting in 2015

by Brenda Rick Smith — Editor, Networld Media Group

Though not mandated to offer health care coverage to employees until 2016, restaurants with 50 or more full-time employees are still required to track data…

Yum! Brands recognized for leadership development programs

November 12, 2014

Yum! Brands, parent company of Pizza Hut, KFC and Taco Bell, has been named as one of Aon Hewitt's top companies for leaders in North America. The recognition…