News

Menu shrinkage is out. Customized, labor-saving menu strategies move in

By Patricia Cobe on Feb. 14, 2024

Cross-training, chef-driven speed-scratch ingredients and operational shortcuts help meet back-of-house labor challenges post-pandemic without sacrificing innovation.

Workforce

Congress probes claims the IRS is giving anti-tip-credit group One Fair Wage a pass

By Peter Romeo on Feb. 14, 2024

An oversight committee is investigating whether the tax agency is allowing the union-backed restaurant adversary to file as a non-profit despite its lobbying.

Operations

A view from the fryer at Dave's Hot Chicken

By Lisa Jennings on Feb. 14, 2024

Working in the kitchen at the growing fast-casual chain offers a unique perspective on California's $20 fast-food wage coming in April. It'll be a boon for workers, but some fear a ripple effect through the economy.

Financing

Krispy Kreme looks to expand its doughnut-making capacity

By Jonathan Maze on Feb. 13, 2024

The chain, which wants to sell its doughnuts out of more McDonald's locations, is now looking to open new shops to build capacity while it also works to improve manufacturing and logistics.

Leadership

Famed Chef David Bouley dies at age 70

By Lisa Jennings on Feb. 13, 2024

Among the vanguard of chefs who redefined French fine dining, Bouley also believed food had an important role in good health.

Leadership

Who was this James Beard guy?

By Peter Romeo on Feb. 13, 2024

Restaurant Rewind: No, he’s not the person who started the awards program of the same name. Nor did he turn his home over to visiting chefs. The industry pioneer’s contributions are far more nuts-and-bolts.

Financing

Restaurant menu prices continue to get more expensive

By Jonathan Maze on Feb. 13, 2024

While inflation is moderating, it's not moderating as much for restaurants, which are raising menu prices more aggressively as a result.

Financing

After shutting 60 namesake units, Denny's readies Keke's for expansion

By Peter Romeo on Feb. 13, 2024

A Keke's unit was opened for the first time outside of Florida, to encouraging results, the company said. It sports a new look and menu, as well as alcoholic beverages.

Leadership