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Peter Romeo

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Workforce

Calif.’s wage hikes prove an uneven burden, study finds

Chains have had an easier time adjusting, while full-service independents, particularly in low-income areas, suffer the biggest wallop.

Operations

Schlotzsky’s aims to complete chainwide redo in months

Overhauled units have seen sales rise an average of 9%, according to its president.

Leadership

Union Square Hospitality names a new president

Chip Wade, a longtime ops specialist for Darden Restaurants, will take the job next month.

Operations

Salmonella outbreak traced to brand of raw tuna

The sushi ingredient has been linked to illnesses in seven states.

Leadership

Fuzzy’s taps Mooyah’s Michael Mabry to handle development

The industry veteran will oversee franchise operations for the taco concept.

Leadership

Restaurants' worst choice for president

The industry would likely be better off with a dead horse than this dark one. But it's the sort of loser operators could get if they sit on the sidelines.

Operations

Starbucks harnesses solar power for hundreds of Texas units

Two solar farms are currently feeding the restaurants, with six more due to come online.

Leadership

Black Bear Diner appoints president, COO

The new executives, both promoted from within, will aid in the family chain’s expansion, headquarters said.

Workforce

Wage hikes force large-scale restaurant closings, study finds

A survey of employers and employees also shows widespread elimination of jobs and cutbacks in hours.

Operations

Panera eyes new tap-and-go setup for coffee sales

The chain will test new technology to streamline a.m. service, part of a larger push to provide more convenience and higher-quality items.

Operations

Hunt for E. coli source narrows to ground beef

But federal officials say they are still unable to identify the source restaurants, supermarkets or suppliers.

Operations

Restaurants air concerns about doubling the number of NYC street vendors

A local trade group is pushing for concessions to protect brick-and-mortar establishments and their customers.

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