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Fast Casual

Leadership

Saladworks' parent Woworks creates two VP of culinary positions to lead menu innovation

 By Patricia Cobe on Aug. 23, 2022

In their new roles, Cole Thompson and Katie Cavuto will share responsibilities for the company’s six restaurant brands.

Emerging Brands

Great Greek Mediterranean Grill finds success in service

 By Reyna Estrada on Aug. 17, 2022

The fast-casual chain, which has an elevated service model, has become one of the country’s fastest growing brands and plans to be a $100 million concept by next year.

Leadership

Naf Naf Middle Eastern Grill names Nico Nieto CMO

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 16, 2022

The experienced marketing professional will lead advertising, loyalty and promotional programs at the 35-unit chain.

Marketing

Chipotle’s newest product mocks customers who ‘accidentally’ fill water cups with lemonade

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 16, 2022

The burrito chain will start selling a “Water Cup Candle” that smells like lemonade. Customers who buy one can get free lemonade.

Workforce

California's controversial fast-food bill moves toward a Senate vote

By Peter Romeo on Aug. 12, 2022

The Fast Act would give quick-service workers a loud voice in determining their pay and job conditions. It's already been approved by the Assembly.

Financing

Sweetgreen and Shake Shack still have an urban problem

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 12, 2022

The Bottom Line: Both companies appear to be getting traction in the suburbs. But they have a big foot in slow-to-recover urban areas.

Operations

Veggie Grill launches delivery-only vegan brand

By Joe Guszkowski on Aug. 11, 2022

Vegan Bowls for All is the chain's second virtual concept and fourth brand overall. It debuted in 29 restaurants Thursday.

Financing

Chipotle agrees to pay NYC workers up to $20M

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 10, 2022

The city had charged the burrito chain with violating scheduling and sick leave rules. The settlement affects about 13,000 workers.

Financing

Sweetgreen cuts 5% of workforce after warning on sales and profits

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 09, 2022

The salad chain is cutting costs to get to profitability after it warned that sales and profits would be below expectations. The news sent the company’s stock price plunging.

Leadership

Freddy’s promotes Brian Wise to the role of COO

By Lisa Jennings on Aug. 09, 2022

Freddy's promotes Brian Wise to role of chief operating officer, and Jerry Kunz is named Vice President of Finance.

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