Ohio Subways forced to pay employees back wages

February 20, 2011

Scripture Only Inc., owned by David Andrews, has paid more than $8,500 in back wages to the U.S. Department of Labor on behalf of 150 current and former…

Sarku Japan hosting franchise seminars

February 15, 2011

Sarku Japan is hosting seminars in major metro markets this spring for those interested in owning a franchise.

Excessive exposure results in sunburn, frostbite, violent robbery

Exposure to the elements for any length of time can lead to devastating consequences. Skin unprotected from the sun may result in serious sunburn.  With…

NRA endorses PeopleMatter with strategic partnership

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

February 6, 2011

The National Restaurant Association has entered into a strategic partnership with talent-management solution provider PeopleMatter to bring automated human…

Restaurant social media experts for hire

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Many companies are still outsourcing their social media needs versus adding to staff.

Rising food costs: The late night exchange

“Pizza, pizza, pizza! Everyday it’s pizza! I get so tired of the pizza that I eat for free as a benefit of working here. So, with a little ingenuity, our late…

NRA launches 'America Works Here' campaign

January 19, 2011

The National Restaurant Association has launched its "America Works Here" campaign that will help educate opinion leaders, policymakers, and their staff…

Yum! China taps recruitment consultant

January 12, 2011

Yum! Brands Inc., China Division, has selected Kenexa to support its recruiting initiatives using the Kenexa 2x BrassRing platform.

Massachusetts restaurants prep for food allergy law

January 12, 2011

As of Feb. 1, all Massachusetts restaurants will be required to have a certified food protection manager on staff.

Bigger ax to grind: Quiznos layoffs double original report

January 12, 2011

Less than a week after announcing it was laying off about 69 employees at its Denver-based headquarters, Quiznos is now expected to cut even deeper.

McDonald’s Corp. evaluating 401k plan

January 10, 2011

McDonald’s Corp., which employs almost 2 million people worldwide, has selected BrightScope to evaluate its 401k plan to determine benefit adequacy and…

Quiznos headquarters issues pink slips

January 9, 2011

Just three months after naming Greg MacDonald as its new CEO, Quiznos has laid off about 70 employees at its Denver-based headquarters.

Panda Restaurant Group picks talent management provider

January 6, 2011

Panda Restaurant Group Inc. has tapped Taleo Corporation to provide its on-demand talent management solutions for recruiting, onboarding, assessments and…

Subway testing gluten-free options

January 5, 2011

The Subway restaurant chain is currently testing two gluten-free menu items in the Dallas and Tyler, Texas markets. The trial options roll out Jan. 10.

Commentary: The Extended Hours Debate

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As Burger King executives decide to restrict late-night operations, here's a look at the issue from a loss prevention perspective.

New BK management sends franchisees to bed earlier

December 15, 2010

Nocturnal Burger King fans craving a Whopper at 1:59 a.m. are now going to have to wait it out. The company, under new management, has decided it will no…

Wendy’s veteran takes over 20 franchises

December 14, 2010

Tri-Cities Restaurant Group has purchased 20 Wendy’s units from Monitor Systems Inc. in eastern Tennessee and southwestern Virginia markets. As part of the…

BK lays off hundreds of employees

December 6, 2010

As Burger King continues to shift gears following its sale to 3G Capital in the fall, several employees of the quick-service giant have been given pink slips.

Holiday business crime prevention tips

Typically crime increases during the holiday season, and stores and restaurants are not exempt. Unfortunately, dishonest people and criminals are attracted to…

How company culture drives organic food innovation

by Darrel Suderman — President, Food Technical Consulting

Can new food product innovation be driven through changing the corporate culture?