Subscribe to Magazine

Middleby to purchase Welbilt

April 21, 2021

In a deal that unites two publicly traded foodservice equipment manufacturers, The Middleby Corporation will acquire Welbilt in an all-stock transaction. The deal is expected to close by the end of 2021.

This Week in Foodservice

Retail sales, including restaurants and bars, had marked improvement in March. Food prices increased, raising concerns regarding inflation. As restaurants reopen grocery store sales fall. Questions arise about Subway’s future. These stories and more This Week in Foodservice.

Vitaro Joins Little Caesars

Jeremy Vitaro was appointed chief development officer for Little Caesars. In his new role, Vitaro will focus on new unit growth both domestically and abroad.

Ruby Slipper Adds VP of Development

Former Panera executive John McKay was appointed vice president of real estate and development for multiconcept operator Ruby Slipper Restaurant Group.

Street Joins Brooklyn Dumpling Shop

Brooklyn Dumpling Shop hired Hilary Street as director of operations for North America.

2021 Top Achiever—Operator

With his inquisitive, collaborative leadership style, David Reeves excels in his position as system director, food and nutrition services with Lee Health.

Click here to subscribe to more e-newsletters!

You received this e-mail as a subscriber to Foodservice Equipment & Supplies or one of its e-newsletters.

View past editions of Flash News in our online archive.

Please direct advertising questions to:
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., Vice President.

Please direct editorial questions to:
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., Editorial Director.

Subscription Support:
630-739-0900 (ext. 53) or e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

manufacturer news

FESFlix Featured Video

See More FESFlix Videos

FE&S Awards & Events

Beverage Bonanza Webcast

Webcast

Tuesday, April 14

1:00 PM CST

From cocktails to coffee, juice to smoothies, the beverage sector remains one of the most dynamic and rapidly evolving segments of the foodservice industry. Hear from beverage experts and more as they explore the state of the beverage segment from menu items to equipment selection and all points in between.

Secure Your Spot

Industry Calendar

FEED Foodservice Essentials For Effective Design
February 15-18, 2026Emeline HotelCharleston, SC fcsief.org
Go to Calendar

You May Also Be Interested In

Wasserstrom Buys Breckenridge

January 28, 2026

A pair of Ohio-based dealers inked the year’s first acquisition deal when The Wasserstrom Co. bought Breckenridge Kitchen Equipment & Design. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Breckenridge will continue to operate from its Huron, Ohio, offices, per a release announcing the transaction.
Read Article
TriMark Opens Pittsburgh Showroom

January 27, 2026

TriMark USA has opened a showroom in its Pittsburgh location. Similar to the dealer’s Cleveland branch, the facility measures approximately 1,400 square feet and serves as a showcase for a variety of equipment ranging from commercial foodservice equipment to tabletop items.
Read Article

ABOUT US

Foodservice Equipment & Supplies (FE&S) is the one media source that connects equipment and supplies manufacturers and service providers with the full distribution channel including news, trends and best practices for foodservice equipment dealers, specifiers, operators, and supply chain partners.

Archived Research

Advertisement

Middleby to purchase Welbilt

Wasserstrom Buys Breckenridge

TriMark Opens Pittsburgh Showroom

ABOUT US

Archived Research

Advertisement

Middleby to purchase Welbilt

Current Issue

Subscribe

FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL

ABOUT US