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Starbucks: We’re now paying U.S. workers equally

 By Heather Lalley on Mar. 22, 2018

The coffee chain says it has achieved pay equity across gender and race after a decadelong effort.

Communication leads to better results

 By Bill Main on Oct. 20, 1999

Communication improves performance. Happier guests come back.

It's no accident

By Bill Main on May 14, 2003

It's not news to the foodservice industry, but a recent article from the Herman Trend Alert predicted that workplace accidents would be on the rise because employee turnover is on the rise.

Burgerville's first director of R&D

By Restaurant Business Staff on Sep. 14, 2004

When 12-year-old George Brown had his tonsils taken out, the first thing he wanted when he woke up was a Burgerville milkshake.

Diversity in Foodservice Distribution – A Point Not to Be Overlooked

By Restaurant Business Staff on Dec. 09, 2005

Paraphrasing The Wall Street Journal's Nov. 14 The Journal Report, there is a select group of well-heeled companies that have placed creating a diverse work...

Despite Moderate Decline in Restaurant Performance, NRA Outlook Remains Positive

By Restaurant Business Staff on May 31, 2006

The NRA's Restaurant Performance Index stood at 101.6 in April, down 1% from its March level. Despite the decline, the Index remained above 100 for the 34th...

Financing

Issues and insights on seasonal fruit

By Restaurant Business Staff on Apr. 11, 2007

Talk to many chefs these days, especially in fine dining, and they’ll tell you that “local” and “seasonal” are top priorities when purchasing fresh fruit

The Future of POS

By Restaurant Business Staff on Mar. 07, 2008

Point-of-sale technology affects every aspect of foodservice operations. The Web and wireless technology have freed the POS system for more wide-ranging tasks, like interfacing efficiently with customers. Today’s technology gives customers more control over the dining experience and frees up some labor.

Questions for your R&D consultant

By Restaurant Business Staff on Jun. 01, 2008

Need to outsource the development of a new menu item?

Restaurant Performance Index hits Highest Level in 11 Months

By Restaurant Business Staff on Jun. 04, 2009

The Association’s Restaurant Performance Index (RPI) – a monthly composite index that tracks the health of and outlook for the U.S. restaurant industry...

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