Changes are a brewing at Starbucks

This Week in Foodservice

Who will fix the robots? What's percolating at Starbucks? How did restaurant sales fare in May? Can a buffet chain make it in the fast-casual world? What's a "Tacotender" and where can you find one? Answers to these questions and more This Week in Foodservice.

Yum! Brands Names Next CEO

Yum! Brands tapped Chris Turner to be its next CEO, effective October 1, 2025. Turner will replace David Gibbs, who announced his plans to retire earlier this year.

AHF Names 2025 Award Recipients

The Association for Healthcare Foodservice recognized the contributions and careers of eight individuals with its annual awards.

Supply Chain Updates

• Hoshizaki Alliance has acquired Structural Concepts Corporation, a Michigan-based factory that specializes in food displays.
• Robot Coupe USA introduced Marco Bottero as its vice president of sales.
• John Perruccio will become CEO for Strata GPO, a Colorado-based equipment and supplies buying group, effective June 23, 2025.