A Foodservice Operators’ Look into 2018, Finn Foodservice Expands, Tips for High-Tech Equipment, and Personnel Moves

January 03, 2018

January 3, 2018

A Look into 2018 and Beyond: What Foodservice Operators Will Do to Meet Consumers Wishes

The key to a successful 2018 for foodservice operators and their suppliers? An enhanced focus on customer engagement.

Finn Foodservice Expands Focus to Front of the House

Hospitality Reps Inc. is now part of Finn Foodservice, a Florida-based independent manufacturers’ rep firm for the foodservice industry.

Restaurant Sales Eke Out 2017 Increase, Connecting Christmas Shopping with Restaurant Sales, and Wahlburgers Signs a Deal with Meijer

The National Restaurant Association says the industry “posted a modest increase in November.” Restaurant sales increased .84 percent in 2017, according to government data. Consumers opened their wallets for Christmas but did restaurants share in the spending? Wahlburgers signed a deal with the Meijer chain. These stories and a whole lot more This Week in Foodservice.

Seven Cost-Saving Sustainability Ideas for 2018

Foodservice operators and suppliers can look beyond the kitchen to extend their sustainability efforts and lower costs.

Top Food Trends for 2018

Chefs point to the food trends to watch for in 2018.

Papa John’s gets new CEO

Papa John’s International Inc. will promote Steve Ritchie to CEO effective Jan. 1, 2018.

Chef Mark’s Tips for Techy Equipment

Chef Mark Deusler, consulting chef with the Food Service Technology Center in San Ramon, Calif., shares a few tips on how to maintain and get the most out of three higher tech/energy efficient pieces of equipment: combi ovens, high-speed ovens and conveyor broilers.

MOD Pizza Names VP of Culinary

Robin Hamm was named vice president of culinary for MOD Pizza, a fast-casual concept.

Hashim Becomes Interim CEO for Ruby Tuesday

Aziz Hashim is the interim CEO of Ruby Tuesday. Hashim is the founder and managing partner for NRD, the private equity firm that closed on its acquisition of the casual dining chain on Dec. 21, 2017.

Deadline Fast-Approaching for FE&S’ Performance in Tabletop Awards

Foodservice operators, dealers, manufacturers and reps are invited to submit entries to FE&S’ 2018 Performance in Tabletop Awards, which recognize excellence in the strategic and functional application of permanent tableware in a restaurant, catering/banquet facility, on-site foodservice entity and a club/resort facility. Entries are due by Jan. 15, 2018.

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