Alto-Shaam Appoints New Regional Sales Manager

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The commercial kitchen equipment manufacturer announced the hiring of Jennifer Voitek to serve as the regional sales manager for the Northeast.

Carrols Restaurant Group’s CEO To Retire After 50 Years With the Company

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Daniel Accordino will be retiring on June 30 next year, after spending 50 years with the franchise group for Burger King and Popeyes restaurants.

Middleby Acquires Cooking Equipment Manufacturer

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Middleby Corp. today announced the acquisition of Imperial Commercial Cooking Equipment.

Starbucks To Incorporate Its Greener Stores Design Globally

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For the coffee giant’s 50th birthday, it announced plans to expand its lower-impact framework to 10,000 stores globally by 2025.

Expansion Roundup: Chicken Salad Concept, Brunch Joint and More Spread Their Wings

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This week in Expansion Roundup, a chicken salad concept, coffee shop, pizza brand, doughnut shop and brunch joint are making moves. Here’s a look at their recently announced growth plans.

Hotel and Restaurant Supply General Manager Retires

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Mike Williamson, the general manager of Hotel and Restaurant Supply’s Jackson, Miss., location is retiring from the company on Sept. 30 after more than 38 years.

Supply Chain Issues Are Escalating for Foodservice E&S Manufacturers

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A recent member study by the North American Association of Food Equipment Manufacturers shows supply chain issues aren’t letting up for U.S. foodservice E&S manufacturers.

Japanese Chain Marugame Udon Names CEO for U.S.

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The Tokyo-based fast-casual chain is looking to expand its footprint stateside with the hiring of Gregg Imamoto as the CEO for U.S. operations.

Yum China and Lavazza Put a Jolt in Cafe Expansion Plans

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With more than 20 cafes open currently in China, the companies now plan to ramp that number up to 1,000 by 2025.

BBQ Holdings Snags Industry Veteran as New Vice President

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Manny Packing Previously Worked for Inspire Brands and Held Roles with Buffalo Wild Wings and Yum Brands.

Tourism-Related Restaurant Sales Fall Short This Summer

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For most restaurant operators, their tourism-related sales this summer remained lower than pre-pandemic levels.

KFC Announces New CEO

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KFC has landed a new CEO in 12-year veteran Sabir Sami, who will take over on Jan. 1 and succeed Tony Lowings, who is stepping down at the end of the year ahead of his retirement in early 2022.