Cracker Barrel Ramps Up Virtual Brand The Pancake Kitchen

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Cracker Barrel Old Country Store plans to double the number of restaurants offering its virtual, delivery-forward brand The Pancake Kitchen by Cracker Barrel.

Inspire Brands Opens First Dunkin’ and Jimmy John’s Co-Branded Location

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Two of Inspire Brands’ concepts have joined forces in the first Dunkin’ and Jimmy John’s co-branded location.

CFESA Cares Spring Scholarship Opens March 1

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CFESA will begin accepting applications for its 2022 CFESA Cares Spring Scholarship on March 1.

Defense Logistics Agency Invests in Foodservice Robots for Military Bases

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Defense Logistics Agency has signed a $1.6 million contract to automate foodservice in multiple military installations around the country by using automated food preparation robots.

The Montague Co. Taps New President

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In his new role as president, Joe Deckelman will be responsible for the day-to-day management of The Montague Co.

Structural Concepts Partners With Parts Town

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Structural Concepts Corp. is partnering with Parts Town to provide replacement parts for most of its products.

Smokey Bones To Bring QSR Vibes With Addition of Full Drive-Thru

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The drive-thru will have everything a QSR has, meeting the expectations of a traditional drive-thru customer. Smokey Bones claims it will be the first casual brand in the U.S. to open such a drive-thru.

Refrigerated Solutions Group Lands New Rep Firm

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BWA will represent Refrigerated Solutions Group brands Norlake and Master-Bilt in Texas and Oklahoma.

IFMA Projects 4.6% Foodservice Industry Growth This Year

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While the foodservice industry isn’t expected to reach 2019 operator spend levels quite yet, the International Foodservice Manufacturers Association is predicting 4.6% real growth this year compared to 2021.

4 Top Tips for Robot Maintenance

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