Sustainable

Starbucks, McDonald’s, Wendy’s and Panera Want Sustainable Cups

By FER Edit

What do Starbucks, McDonald’s, Wendy’s and Panera Bread have in common? They all want sustainable cups. Today, the four brands announced plans to reduce single-use waste by working toward circular packaging.  

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Yum China Doubles Down on Digitalization

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Yum China is spending a pretty penny to invest in the future of its restaurants—which involves transforming them digitally through cutting-edge technology.

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Papa John’s Elevates Max Wetzel to Executive Vice President

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Papa John’s International has promoted Max Wetzel to executive vice president and COO.

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Mici Handcrafted Italian Signs First Franchise Deal

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The brand announced it signed its first franchise deal with Black Bear Diner and Smashburger franchisees Lucas Farnham and David Doty to bring 30 Mici locations to the Phoenix market.

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New CaliBurger Location Goes Heavy on the Tech

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The latest CaliBurger restaurant is coming with a cook already in the kitchen.

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Chicago Midwest Chefs Perspectives

How Chefs Use Technology in the Kitchen

By Allison Rezendes

A diverse group of Chicago-area chefs share their thoughts on technology in the back-of-house. Hint: Simple equipment still has a spot.

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Marra Forni Names Regional Sales Manager

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In this role, John Blizzard will assume a sales leadership position and be responsible for sales development and execution of the corporate growth strategy.

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CFESA Cares Fall Scholarship Applications Are Being Accepted

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Applications are being accepted now for the CFESA Cares Fall Scholarship.

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Yum China Reduces Waste Through AI Technology, Food Bank Program

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Yum China announced its commitment to continuing to reduce waste through the gradual expansion of its existing pilot Food Bank program to more stores and cities across China.

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Jack in the Box Adds Industry Veteran to Its Executive Team

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Jack in the Box has elevated its interim chief technology officer, Doug Cook, to the brand’s official chief technology officer and senior vice president.

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Domino’s Pizza’s Sales Fall After 41 Consecutive Quarters

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Domino’s Pizza’s 41-quarter streak of positive same-store sales came to an end this past quarter.

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Expansion Roundup: Italian, Mediterranean and American Cuisine Brands Grow

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This week in Expansion Roundup, FER looks at the recently announced growth plans for Fazoli’s, Shawarma Press, Roy Rogers and The Toasted Yolk Cafe.

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