Foodservice’s Next Moves: Tech, Trends & Tacos

August 06, 2025

This Week in Foodservice

A smart kitchen operating system takes flight while another chain tests delivery robots. Operators seem poised to invest in their businesses. Plus, a whole bunch of M&A news. These stories and more, This Week in Foodservice.

Operator Updates

Bloomin' Brands named John Bettin president of Bonefish Grill, effective September 2, 2025.
Smashburger tapped Jim Sullivan to serve as chief executive officer.

Rep Roundup

Zink showcases its new HQ. EMC Hospitality adds a partner, while TriState Marketing Associates bolsters its line card. Plus, Glastender updates its rep network.

Factory Updates

Eastern Tabletop tapped Sally Case to serve as its sales director for California.
Michael Potter was named Middleby group president with responsibility for Middleby Latin America, which includes Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean and South America.
Motion Technology Inc. hired Jeff Kunde to serve as territory sales manager for the Southern United States.

Consultants' Roundtable 2025

A trio of foodservice designers taps into their wealth of knowledge to answer FE&S' questions about shifting economics, emerging tech and more. Want more? Get your questions answered when you join us for the live webcast at 1:00 PM CT on Thursday, August 7 for a fast-paced hour of expert insights on tech, design, and avoiding common back-of-house design missteps.

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