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.
Domino's, CPK, The Cheesecake Factory, Energy Kitchen and Greenz all announced expansion news.
Qdoba Mexican Grill promoted a pair in its restaurant operations department and an other in the area of franchise development.
In an attempt to drive shareholder value, according to a company release, Wendy's/Arby's Group, Inc. (NYSE:WEN), is exploring strategic alternatives for Arby's Restaurant Group, Inc., including a sale of the brand. A quick-service sandwich chain, Arby's operates nearly 3,700 restaurants. In contrast, Wendy's operates 6,500 restaurants in more than 20 companies.
Dallas-based Dave & Buster's Inc. named Dolf Berle president and chief operating officer.
Fcusing on international growth, Yum! Brands, Inc. (NYSE:YUM - News) has placed its Long John Silver's and A&W All-American Food Restaurants for sale. The company has also begun the process to identify a buyer.
Illinois Tool Works has expanded the cooking options available in its Vulcan line through the acquisition of certain assets from TEC.
National coffee house chain Caribou Coffee continues to diversify its breakfast menu.
Fifteen-year foodservice industry veteran Tom Donovan continues to climb the corporate ladder at Unified Brands.
Cooper-Atkins Corp. announced a trio of promotions and several new hires within its sales organization.
Cold Stone Creamery announced plans to introduce a yogurt concept into its existing stores in 2011.