E&S Sales Rise in the Fourth Quarter of ‘24

E&S Sales Rise in the Fourth Quarter of ‘24

Sales of foodservice equipment and supplies beat industry estimates during the fourth quarter of 2024, per data from the Manufacturers’ Agents Association for the Foodservice Industry (MAFSI).

This Week in Foodservice

What’s Dine Brands’ plan for dual-branded Applebee’s/IHOP locations in 2025? Which restaurant chain is using AI to modernize its kitchens? How have consumers reacted to all the tariff talk? Answers to these questions and more This Week in Foodservice.

How to Save Money and Help the Environment

With rising operational costs and growing consumer interest in supporting eco-friendly businesses, adopting sustainable practices has never been more important for today’s restaurant chains.

Rep Roundup

ACP, Hoshizaki America, Krowne, RSG, UNOX and Winston update their rep networks, while Maxwell McKenney adds to its line card. Plus, Greenwald Sales & Marketing, Wallin Foodservice Resources and Zink make personnel moves.

Operator Updates

• Church’s Texas Chicken named Roland Gonzalez its chief executive officer.
• The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf appointed Tara Hinkle to serve as its president and head of Americas.
• Noodles & Company hired Joe Christina to serve as president and chief operating officer.
• Torchy’s Tacos appointed Paul Macaluso as chief executive officer.