Staffing News & Media

Checkers & Rally's franchisee has nearly 4 decades of experience

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Sam Chand owns 31 Checkers & Rally's locations. Finding real estate to accommodate a double drive-thru is his biggest challenge.

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RBI announces personnel changes

March 18, 2024

Restaurant Brands International has announced several personnel changes, according to a press release.

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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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KFC UK and Ireland appoints Ella Smith chief legal officer

March 5, 2024

KFC UK and Ireland has appointed Ella Smith as chief legal officer, according to a press release.

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Self-order kiosks keep Brooklyn 'video game restaurant' in the black

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Self-order kiosks have helped allow Action Burger to expand as video game restaurant. Customers pay with credit or cash at three self-serve kiosks.

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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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Whataburger hires Scott Hudler as SVP, CMO

February 16, 2024

Whataburger has hired Scott Hudler as its SVP and CMO, according to a press release.

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El Pollo Loco names Liz Williams as CEO

February 14, 2024

El Pollo Loco has named Elizabeth "Liz" Williams as its CEO and member of its board of directors, effective March 11. Williams will succeed Maria…

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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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#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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Papa Johns COO, international to depart in March

January 29, 2024

Papa John's International Inc. has announced that Amanda Clark, COO for international, will leave the company on March 1 to take a position as CEO at another…

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L&L Hawaiian Barbecue CEO talks diversity, equity and inclusion

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

On this episode of the Restaurant Operator Podcast, host Mandy Wolf Detwiler, managing editor of Networld Media Group, talks to L&L Hawaiian Barbecue…

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Layne's Chicken Fingers part-owner joins company as CDO

January 23, 2024

Layne's Chicken Fingers has brought on part-owner Eric Reed as the brand's chief development officer, according to a press release.

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Big Dave's Cheesesteaks thrives on culture, customer service, training

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Derrick Hayes has three pillars for his cheesesteak brand: customer service, tight training and strict adherence to the brand's culture. Big Dave's…

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Golden Chick taps Sharon Pewitt as marketing director

January 22, 2024

Golden Chick has named Sharon Pewitt as director of marketing, according to a press release.

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Wendy’s taps PepsiCo head as CEO

January 19, 2024

Wendy's has tapped Kirk Tanner as president and CEO. Tanner, who most recently serve as CEO of North American Beverages at PepsiCo Inc., has more than 30 years…

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Yum Brand promotes Joe Park to chief digital and technology officer

January 16, 2024

Yum Brands has promoted Joe Park to chief digital and technology officer. Park will report to Chris Turner, Yum Brands CFO, when he takes the position March 1…

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