Corporate Operations: Page 14

  • Wendy's Global Next Gen store design features a pick-up window for delivery orders and in-store shelving for digital pick-up orders.
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    Wendy’s eliminates chief commercial officer role as part of corporate restructure

    The company will shift its focus to more traditional store development and remains committed to building its breakfast daypart, accelerating its digital business and growing its overall footprint.

    By • Jan. 13, 2023
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    Former Applebee’s head becomes CEO of Modern Restaurant Concepts

    John Cywinski will lead the company, which operates Qdoba, Modern Market Eatery and Lemonade, effective immediately. 

    By • Jan. 12, 2023
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    Menu development

    Restaurants big and small are experimenting with their menus to align with the preferences of on-the-go diners and mitigate the impact of rising food costs, supply chain disruption and shrinking consumer discretionary funds. 

    By Restaurant Dive staff
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    Franchise spotlight: Toppers Pizza expects to surpass 100 units in 3 years

    A tenured executive team, long-term franchisees and a strong support system are helping the 70-unit pizza chain expand in the U.S.

    By • Jan. 12, 2023
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    Shake Shack expects to open up to 70 units in 2023

    Of these units, 40 will open in the U.S., including a mix of traditional, drive-thru and non-traditional locations, such as travel centers. 

    By • Jan. 11, 2023
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    Texas Roadhouse promotes exec to president

    Gina Tobin, who has worked at the casual chain for nearly 30 years in various roles, will keep her responsibilities as chief learning and culture officer. 

    By • Jan. 11, 2023
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    In-N-Out Burger will open Nashville restaurants in 2026

    The burger chain will invest $125.5 million to establish an Eastern territory office, which will support its first restaurant openings east of Texas.

    By • Jan. 11, 2023
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    Five Guys says breach may have compromised applicant data

    The fast food chain said in letters to consumers that it first became aware of the breach in September 2022.

    By Ryan Golden • Jan. 10, 2023
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    Denny’s taps CEC Entertainment exec as CMO

    Sherri Landry succeeds John Dillon, who was promoted to president of the chain in the fall, and will be tasked with amplifying Denny’s cultural relevance. 

    By • Jan. 10, 2023
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    Burger King taps longtime PepsiCo veteran as CMO

    Most recently CMO of Mountain Dew, Pat O'Toole will help grow traffic, accelerate sales and support the chain's Reclaim the Flame plan.

    By Chris Kelly • Jan. 10, 2023
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    McDonald’s prepares for corporate restructuring, staff cuts

    The chain didn’t disclose how many employees could be impacted by the potential restructuring, which would be part of an initiative called “Accelerating the Organization.”

    By • Jan. 9, 2023
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    SEC fines ex-McDonald’s CEO $400K for false statements about his termination

    McDonald’s was also charged by the SEC for “shortcomings in its public disclosures related to Steve Easterbrook’s separation agreement,” but does not face financial consequences. 

    By • Jan. 9, 2023
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    Why CEC Entertainment is extending Peter Piper brand with fast casual concept

    A year after opening its first off-premise-only Express units, the company is opening a fast casual version of the brand in Kansas City, Kansas.

    By • Jan. 9, 2023
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    Texas Roadhouse CFO retires

    Tonya Robinson retired earlier this week after a 24-year career at the casual dining chain. Keith Humpich, VP of finance, has been appointed interim CFO.

    By • Jan. 6, 2023
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    DoorDash launches package pickup service

    The service's rollout comes in the midst of the busy post-holiday returns season.

    By Max Garland • Jan. 6, 2023
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    Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux appoints Scott Taylor as CEO

    Taylor has served as COO at the casual dining brand since 2010, and has helped it grow to 75 units in 13 states.

    By • Jan. 5, 2023
  • Burger King gets a fresh look
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    90-unit Burger King franchisee files for bankruptcy

    Toms King Holdings felt the pinch on cash flow due to increased shipping and food costs, inflation and decreased availability of labor. 

    By • Jan. 5, 2023
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    Applebee’s president John Cywinski resigns

    Tony Moralejo, currently president of Dine Brands International and Global Development, will take the helm of the company effective Jan. 6.

    By • Jan. 5, 2023
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    Jamba by Blendid kiosk makes hospital debut

    The robot smoothie kiosk will open this month at Grady Memorial Hospital in Atlanta, where it will be operated by foodservice giant Sodexo.

    By • Jan. 4, 2023
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    Blaze Pizza appoints Beto Guajardo as president, CEO

    Guajardo most recently worked at Focus Brands and succeeds Amanda Shaw, who took the top position at the pizza chain in 2019. 

    By • Jan. 4, 2023
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    Carrols Restaurant Group CEO unexpectedly dies

    Paulo Pena took the helm of the Burger King and Popeyes franchisee less than a year ago. Anthony Hull will now serve as interim president and CEO.

    By • Jan. 3, 2023
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    Starbucks to update rewards program in February

    Instead of 50 stars, customers will need to earn 100 stars for a hot coffee or tea, but some items will cost fewer points. 

    By • Dec. 30, 2022
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    Franchise spotlight: How various brands are accelerating growth

    Franchisors are turning toward entrepreneurs and multi-unit operators to expand their unit counts, and many are building significant pipelines.

    By • Dec. 22, 2022
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    The major turning points in Starbucks’ battle with Starbucks Workers United

    The chain and the union have escalated their confrontation with store closures, firings, month-long strikes and a fight over transformative contract proposals.

    By • Dec. 22, 2022
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    Franchise spotlight: Dog Haus to more than triple store count with 100-unit pipeline

    The 51-unit hot dog brand is generating 10 to 20 calls from prospective franchisees each day, and expects momentum to continue well into 2024. 

    By • Dec. 21, 2022
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    McDonald’s security chief sues chain, CEO Chris Kempczinski for racial discrimination

    Michael Peaster, McDonald’s outgoing VP of global safety, security and intelligence, alleges the chain retaliated against him for contradicting Kempczinski during a meeting.

    By • Dec. 20, 2022