September CPI Rises 0.4%, With Food Cited as One of the Top Contributors

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The food away from home index rose 0.9% last month, with menu prices now up 8.5% year-over-year.

4 Takeaways From Black Box’s Q3 Report

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While large check growth helped restaurant sales in the third quarter, it negatively impacted traffic, according to Black Box Intelligence’s Q3 report.

Savory Fund Takes Majority Stake in The Sicilian Butcher

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The private equity firm aims to expand the three-unit concept by opening nearly 20 locations in the next four years.

Roy Rogers To Unify, Modernize Restaurants With Prototype Remodel

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Roy Rogers Restaurants says the prototype remodel sets the foundation for a new generation of demand.

Polar King Mobile Names New Dealer in Missouri

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Jefferson City, Mo.-based A&J Trailers will add Polar King Mobile’s refrigerated trailer solutions to its offerings.

Burkett Installs Sales Manager

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Simon Foote will lead the foodservice equipment and supplies dealership’s national inside sales and regional sales departments.

American West Restaurant Group Taps Former Chipotle Exec as CEO

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The largest Pizza Hut franchise group in southern California and Utah appoints former Chipotle executive Jason Cochran to the role.

Restaurant Association Presents 2022 Outstanding Food Safety Awards

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Dr. Al Baroudi receives the first Lifetime Achievement Award, while Christina Serino is honored as the 2022 Outstanding Leader in Food Safety.

Tech24 Grows Market Share in NYC With Acquisition of Tek Express

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Tech24 says the acquisition will benefit new and existing customers through expanded services and efficiencies and “adds meaningful scale” in New York City.

Hatco Brings on New Dealer Sales Manager

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Stuart Sharp will lead the foodservice equipment manufacturer’s dealer sales activities and representative territories across the western U.S.

Taco John’s Taps Longtime Arby’s Exec as COO

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Mark Kocer will oversee day-to-day operations, assist with expansion plans and technological upgrades and mentor leaders within the brand and franchise system.

Refrigerated Solutions Group Adds Strategic Account Manager

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Wisconsin-based owner of Master-Bilt and Norlake brands added David Shirk to its sales team.