NRA adds supply chain management to conference series

November 15, 2011

The National Restaurant Association has formed an Executive Study Group to address the many issues surrounding supply chain management.

Commentary: First impressions still count for new customers

The number of customers who tried a new QSR/Fast Casual restaurant so far this year has increased by 8 percent from 2010.

President of Wendy's North America departing

November 14, 2011

The Wendy's Company has announced that David Karam, president of North America, will be leaving the company, effective as of the end of 2011. Karam intends to…

KFC names new head of marketing

November 14, 2011

KFC has named Jason Marker as its chief marketing officer in the U.S. Marker began his duties last week, after spending 18 months as vice president of global…

Subway Café concept expands into California

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

November 14, 2011

Subway Restaurants' Subway Café concept has expanded into the California market. The first opened in September in downtown San Diego, and another is set to…

Burger Wars will heat up again

by Barry Klein — Marketing Directo, Go Roma

Wendy's and Burger King have the right leadership in place to get back to positive sales and competitiveness.

The HR Takeaway From The 99%

by Nate DaPore — President and CEO, PeopleMatter

Occupy movement has been smart to leverage social media, make their members feel like part of a team and reward and recognize their efforts.

Jersey Mike's passes Komen fundraising goal

November 13, 2011

Jersey Mike's recently made two big charitable donations, including $1.1 million to the Susan G. Komen For the Cure organization, and $100,000 to Wreaths…

Restaurant menus featuring more pork

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Rising cost of beef a factor in pork's popularity.

One is the loneliest number

Having a lone employee on a late night shift raises the risk of robbery and employee theft.

Restaurants recruiting more veterans with franchise discounts

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Operations-based business model is a good fit for those with military backgrounds.

Giveaway promotions abound for veterans

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

November 10, 2011

According to new research from the National Restaurant Association, 75 percent of Americans say they would be more likely to choose a restaurant that…

Subway development company raises $300K for diabetes

November 10, 2011

The staff of McLean, Va.-based Subway Development Corporation of Washington (SDC) recently hosted their 14th annual Charity Golf Tournament, with proceeds…

No signs of slowing down for McDonald's in 2012

November 10, 2011

McDonald's Corp. stock has risen more than 20 percent so far this year, and the company has no intentions of slowing down in 2012. During its investor meeting…

Tim Hortons turns in strong Q3

November 9, 2011

Tim Hortons Inc. has announced results for its third quarter ended Oct. 2, citing a strong same-store sales performance for both the Canadian and U.S. systems.

Popeyes' parent company raises FY guidance

November 9, 2011

AFC Enterprises Inc., parent company of Popeyes restaurants, reported results for its fiscal third quarter ended Oct. 2.

Burger King's earnings receive international boost

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

November 9, 2011

Burger King Holdings Inc. released results for its third quarter 2011 that included a system-wide comparable sales increase of 1.6 percent driven by its…

Size matters and not just desserts

by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com

Offering smaller portion sizes can lift sales.

Krispy Kreme's grocery line expands with chocolate

November 8, 2011

Krispy Kreme is adding two new chocolate flavored treats to its growing line of packaged doughnuts and sweets sold in participating grocery stores, convenience…

Earnings call: Wendy's gears up for 'mid-tier' burger launch

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Third quarter takes a hit from Arby's sale; however revenues and transactions up.