Jimmy John's

Jimmy John’s tries something different: LTOs

By Jonathan Maze on May 24, 2021

With a new menu and new marketing, the sandwich chain has been enjoying some record sales. It is now hiring 10,000 people this week.

Technology

Buffalo Wild Wings’ parent aims for more sophisticated analytics with promotion of Navin Sharma

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 14, 2021

As chief commercial services officer, the former SVP is tasked with sharpening Inspire's use of data

Leadership

Inspire's Paul Brown named non-exec chairman of Neiman Marcus

By Peter Romeo on Dec. 10, 2020

He will head a newly formulated board for the luxury retailer, which has just emerged from bankruptcy.

Workforce

Jimmy John’s fires workers who made a noose out of bread dough

By Heather Lalley on Jul. 07, 2020

The incident, which happened at a restaurant in Georgia, was videotaped and shared widely on social media, prompting some to threaten a boycott of the sandwich chain.

Top 500 Chains

Jimmy John's Gourmet Sandwiches

Apr. 21, 2020

Jimmy John's Gourmet sandwiches

Leadership

Jimmy John’s names Darin Dugan chief marketing officer

By Jonathan Maze on Mar. 05, 2020

The former Sonic marketing executive has held several leadership positions with Applebee’s and Kraft.

Operations

FDA: Jimmy John’s sells produce that could put consumers at risk of foodborne illness

By Heather Lalley on Feb. 25, 2020

In a warning letter, the agency tells the sandwich chain it must put steps in place to stop receiving and selling potentially “adulterated” vegetables, particularly sprouts and cucumber.

Financing

Arby’s owner is considering ghost kitchens

By Jonathan Maze on Feb. 18, 2020

Inspire Brands, which also owns Buffalo Wild Wings, Sonic and Jimmy John's, has trademarked some brand names for shared kitchens for takeout and delivery.

Operations