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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Dave & Buster’s CEO To Retire Following Record Quarter

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On the heels of one of Dave and Buster’s most successful quarters, the brand announced that its CEO, Brian Jenkins, will be retiring at the end of the month.

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Texas Roadhouse Signs First Franchise Deal for Its Fast-Casual Concept

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The company announced it signed its first franchise development agreement with The Saxton Group, a large McAlister’s Deli franchisee, to open 10 Jaggers locations throughout Texas and Oklahoma.

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Tech-24 Acquires Yukon Refrigeration

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Tech-24 has acquired Yukon Refrigeration, marking the company’s fifth add-on acquisition.

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