Multiconcept operator FAT Brands hired Ammy Harrison to serve as senior vice president of non-traditional development and Maiyo Hood as vice president of international development.
Hoshizaki America appointed Seth Sawyer to serve as director of product management — refrigeration and Lori Northeim has been director of marketing for the Georgia-based manufacturer of commercial ice machines and refrigeration equipment.
Bakery café chain Paris Baguette tapped Norm Ginsberg to serve as its vice president of operations. Ginsberg comes to Paris Baguette after 17 years with Bowlero, where he held a variety of leadership positions.
Schumaker Consulting Group, which goes to market as FoodSpace, opened a 5,600-square-foot test kitchen and culinary design studio in Meridian, Idaho.
Black Bear Diner hired Art Kilmer to serve as chief operations officer for the cabin-themed family dining chain. He replaces Jeff Guido, who retired earlier this month.
Fast-casual restaurant chain Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers opened a 23,000-square-foot training and innovation center in Wichita, Kans.
Checkers Drive-In Restaurants, the parent company of Checkers & Rally's drive-thru restaurants, hired Chris Tebben to serve as president and chief executive officer, effective September 4, 2024. Tebben succeeds Frances Allen, who announced her plans to step down in April.
Karin Sugarman, president and CEO of PRIDE Centric Resources, has announced her plans to retire.
Edward Don & Company made a series of promotions and other personnel moves within its sales and merchandising departments.
Susannah Frost will be the sixth president in the 57-year history of Chick-fil-A. Andrew Cathy will continue as the company’s chief executive officer and Cliff Robinson will serve as Chick-fil-A’s chief operating officer. Frost and Robinson will assume their new roles on October 1, 2024.
Hoshizaki America appointed company veteran Jake Kimmel to serve as director of training.
Hoshizaki Alliance promoted Bret Eldridge to vice president of strategic accounts and hired Dianna Nielsen to serve as vice president of global accounts. The company also appointed Joel Horn to serve as senior vice president, general counsel.
Financially challenged seafood chain Red Lobster may be getting closer to emerging from bankruptcy. Fortress Investment Group has formed RL Investor Holdings, a company that would like to acquire the chain from Red Lobster Management.
Hollander adds to its team while Zink makes an acquisition.
Multiconcept operator Bloomin’ Brands hired Delta Airlines exec Michael Spanos to serve as its chief executive officer, effective September 3, 2024. He replaces David Deno, who announced his retirement in May of 2024.
Chipotle chairman and CEO Brian Niccol will become chairman and CEO of Starbucks, effective September 9, 2024. Laxman Narasimhan is stepping down from his role as Starbucks CEO and as a member of its board of directors effective immediately.
Irinox Professional North America tapped Mark Ortiz to serve as national sales director.
T&S Brass and Bronze Works made several updates to its marketing team, including one new hire and two promotions.
Hussmann has created a development team specifically for the foodservice industry.
Mexican restaurant chain Rosa Mexicano appointed hospitality industry veteran Matthew Licciardello to serve as its chief operating officer.
