NRA Educational Foundation's new video series showcases foodservice careers

February 7, 2014

The National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation has launched a new initiative, called Project Taste Test — Servin' Up Successful Careers, that…

Tips on preparing for a minimum wage increase

Make good hiring decisions; mistakes can be costly since training new employees is a considerable investment.

Taco John's launches national restaurant certification program

January 29, 2014

The Taco John's restaurant in Fergus Falls, Minn., is the first in the chain's system to become a nationally certified training restaurant.

President Obama asks businesses to 'give America a raise'

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The NRA claims a drastic increase in the minimum wage would limit opportunities for teens and entry-level workers.

KFC eliminates undisclosed number of corporate jobs

January 27, 2014

Louisville, Ky.-based KFC Corp. has cut an undisclosed number of positions due to reorganization efforts. According to Louisville Business First, the Yum!

McDonald's outlines adjustments to win back 'customer relevance'

Executives admit the pace of menu introductions overcomplicated restaurant operations last year.

Swipely's new release includes menu, service intelligence

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

CEO says the system offers insight into what's most profitable or likely to drive repeat customers.

NRA: Embracing technology, menu trends key in 2014

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

The industry will employ 13.5 million in 990,000 units, and restaurant job growth will outpace the overall job growth rate.

KFC wants consumers to 'rediscover the brand' via new marketing campaign

January 3, 2014

KFC has added a new version of its Boneless chicken using its signature Extra Crispy recipe. Extra Crispy Boneless will be available at KFC locations…

WyckWyre acquires online food safety training platform

January 3, 2014

WyckWyre Food & Hospitality Online Hiring Systems announced that it has acquired the online food safety training platform Keeping It Kleen.

Alabama KFC owner blames Obamacare for closure

January 2, 2014

A KFC restaurant in Chelsea, Ala., has served its last bucket of chicken, with the owner citing the Affordable Care Act as part of the reason for closing.

New Year brings minimum wage increases in handful of states

January 2, 2014

The New Year's holiday brought about an increase in the minimum wage in 13 states. With these increases, there are now 21 states that have minimum wages higher…

McDonald's shuts down employee website

December 26, 2013

McDonald's has shut down its internal employee resource website, according to CNN, which reported this morning that the site had featured a "tip" advising…

KFC franchisee settles religious discrimination suit

December 24, 2013

A KFC franchisee in Laurinburg, N.C., will pay $40,000 to settle a religious discrimination lawsuit that was filed by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity…

Union leaders urge dialogue over Sysco, US Foods merger

December 17, 2013

James P. Hoffa, general president of union organization International Brotherhood of Teamsters, has issued a statement regarding last week's announcement of…

NRA's SafeServ program helping Illinois operators navigate regulation changes

December 12, 2013

The National Restaurant Association and the Illinois Restaurant Association have joined together to educate foodservice operators throughout Illinois regarding…

Chick-fil-A on 'Best Companies to Work For' list

December 12, 2013

Not having to work Sundays has its benefits, according to Glassdoor, which just released its 6th annual employee survey of the 50 best places to work. Landing…

QSR's social media hits and misses in 2013

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Brands are tapping into newer social channels, while some employees still don't grasp the consequences of sharing.

Congressional Dems, President call for higher wages as QSR strikes grow

December 5, 2013

Quick-service employees in more than 100 cities across the country have walked off their jobs today, as part of a protest that began before sunrise at many…

Auntie Anne's hosts entrepreneurial forum for teens

December 5, 2013

Auntie Anne's has teamed up with The First Tee, an international youth development organization, to host a Leaders & Entrepreneurs Forum focusing on the…