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4 Top Tips for Robot Maintenance

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As labor issues linger, robots serve as one solution for bustling operators.

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Carrols Restaurant Group Taps New CEO

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Paulo Pena will succeed Daniel Accordino, 71, who announced last fall he would retire from his role as chairman, CEO and president after a 50-year career with the company.

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Middleby Names President of Powerhouse Dynamics

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In his new role as president, Jay Fiske will lead all strategic and day-to-day company operations.

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Longtime Hotel and Restaurant Supply Exec To Retire

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After a 50-year career at Hotel and Restaurant Supply, Ollie Wilkes, vice president of national accounts, will retire on March 4.

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I Heart Mac and Cheese To Debut New Prototype Dubbed FastMac

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As more customers have turned to I Heart Mac and Cheese’s mobile app to place orders to-go since the pandemic, the Florida-based brand is looking to make the pickup experience more convenient.

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Shake Shack Sets Largest Development Schedule Ever

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Shake Shack is looking to open upward of 50 company-operated Shacks this year as new formats like drive-thru unlock opportunities in new markets.

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Ali Group Names Next President of Edlund Co. Following Retirement of Peter Nordell

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The Ali Group today announced Peter Nordell, CEO and president of the Edlund Co., will step down on Aug. 31 and named Ryan Whitney as the next president.  

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2022 Chicken Trends: 3 Tips to Keep Your Customers Coming Back for More!

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Every year, I’m asked to look into my crystal ball and make predictions about the restaurant industry and menu trends.  Most of the questions I’m asked relate to the most consumed animal protein in the world: chicken. In fact, it’s forecast that in 2022, Americans will consume more than 97 billion pounds of chicken. Well,…

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January Restaurant Sales Dip for Second Consecutive Month  

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For the second straight month, restaurant sales declined in January and were lower than the volumes posted in each of the 10 months leading up to the pandemic.

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Expansion Roundup: What’s Next for Fazoli’s, Roll-Em-Up Taquitos and More

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In this week’s Expansion Roundup, FER looks at growth plans for Fazoli’s, Roll-Em-Up Taquitos, Jeremiah’s Italian Ice and Curry Pizza House.

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