Foodservice News

Breaking news for the full foodservice equipment and supplies distribution channel. Includes information on dealers, distributors, design consultants and multi-unit operators spanning leadership changes, mergers and acquisitions, trends, data and much more.

Chain Restaurant Operating Report for April 20

Arby's, Jamba Juice, Red Robin, Shane's Rib Shack and Yum! Brands all made operational news this past week.

Pair of Canadian Dealers Merge

Thompson Leaves Papa John's

Babila Joins Carpigiani

Charley's Grilled Subs Finds Mr. Wright for COO Post

Cheesesteak franchise on an aggressive growth curve beefs up its management team by hiring first-ever COO.

Huddle House Taps Ken Keymer for CEO Post

Restaurant industry veteran Keymer sheds the interim tag to assume Huddle House leadership position full-time.

National Restaurant Association 2011 Restaurant Neighbor Award Winners

Restaurant companies and operators from Iowa, Pennsylvania, South Carolina and Washington are honored by the NRA for their excellence in community service.

WFF Names Executive Committee and Board of Directors

Marty Rothschild appointed President of Aladdin Temp-Rite

Middleby Buys Beech Ovens

Foodservice equipment manufacturer Middleby expands its portfolio of cooking products through the purchase of an Australia-based oven maker.

Chipotle Slated to Open Asian Concept Later This Summer

Fast-casual chain prepares Asian-inspired concept that will use its hallmark service style.