Operations News & Media

Chef-driven menu makes Willow Street Pizza stand out

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Pizzeria menus can range from small and tidy to large and complex, but they've all got one thing behind them: research and development.

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Smalls Sliders franchisees to bring 5 units to Kansas

March 12, 2024

Smalls Sliders has inked a deal with development group Slidin' Thru ICT to open five units across Kansas, according to a press release.

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Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard offers free Italian ice on first day of Spring

March 12, 2024

Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard is celebrating the first day of spring on March 19 with a free Rita's Italian Ice giveaway. Guests who visit on that…

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How to motivate 4 different types of employees

by Scott Greenberg — Business Keynote Speaker and Author, Scott Greenberg

Hourly workers can be coached into high performers, but only when management understands their employees and the nuances of motivation.

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White Castle celebrates city of Whiting, Indiana with slider giveaway

March 8, 2024

White Castle is celebrating the city of Whiting, Indiana. The slider chain is hosting Whiting Appreciation Day on March 12. The brand inducted the city into…

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Wendy's won't use surge pricing

March 4, 2024

Reports Wendy's would test "dynamic pricing" or "surge pricing" hit the media last week but the brand said it never intended to utilize fluctuating prices like…

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5 ways to use technology to mitigate risk of litigation and benefit your business

by David DeLorenzo — Owner, Bar and Restaurant Insurance

Here are five ways that technology can help hospitality business owners avoid litigation.

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Tims China celebrates 5 years

February 27, 2024

Tims China is celebrating its five-year anniversary, according to a press release.

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Captain D’s taps Nan Ward as COO

February 23, 2024

Nan Ward has been promoted to chief operating officer at Captain D's.

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Jack in the Box expands in Orlando, enters Michigan

February 22, 2024

Jack in the Box will enter Michigan with the signing of a five-unit commitment with franchisee Niraj Patel. The brand also inked an additional 10-store…

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Keeping the human element alive in QSRs with Doyle HCM

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

In this episode of the Restaurant Operator Podcast, host Mandy Detwiler, editor of PizzaMarketplace.com and QSRweb.com, interviews Mike Adolph, partner and…

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Little Caesars efficient POD Program attractive to franchisees

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Little Caesars has launched a modular unit program that is eco-friendly and attractive to potential franchisees. The inaugural POD location in Keokuk, Iowa…

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Taco John's opens 2nd Ohio restaurant

February 19, 2024

Taco John's has opened a location in Kettering, Ohio. It's the second in the state to be developed by Meritage Hospitality Group, Inc.

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Whataburger opens Las Vegas location

February 14, 2024

Whataburger has opened a location on the iconic Las Vegas Strip. The Whataburger at 3752 S. Las Vegas Blvd. marks the brand's western most location to date and…

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Birdcall debuts breakfast menu in Texas

February 14, 2024

Birdcall, a chicken QSR that features self order kiosks, will debut a breakfast menu at its newly opened, third restaurant in Richardson, Texas, according to a…

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6 staff retention strategies for modern restaurants

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Staff retention strategies don't have to be tough, but they do need to be effective. Consider these six strategies to retain top restaurant staff.

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Golden Chick raises more than $190K for teachers, schools

February 13, 2024

Golden Chick has donated $190,584 to teachers and more than 300 schools. Through its fall campaign, 50 cents from each sale of Golden Chick's State Fair Mini…

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Panda Express challenges food truck name

February 9, 2024

Panda Express claims that the Trash Panda Vegan food truck in Phoenix challenges its trademark. The chain said that the name and logo are too similar, which…

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#QSRNEXT | November 8, 2023

Designed with busy schedules in mind, the 30-minute, back-to-back sessions will feature execs in the trenches, who will offer powerful insights on technology…

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Wetzel's Pretzels celebrates 400th store opening

February 8, 2024

Wetzel's Pretzels will host a grand opening for its 400th unit on Feb. 13. The store, located in the heart of Los Angeles on Hollywood Boulevard, is across…

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