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Qdoba elevates Karin Silk to CMO

 By Heather Lalley on Nov. 04, 2021

Silk had previously been VP of menu and off-premise operations for the 740-unit fast-casual chain.

Financing

Chili’s parent sees hiring improve, but holidays could pose challenge

 By Joe Guszkowski on Nov. 03, 2021

Brinker International is adding an average of 1,000 workers a week at Chili’s and Maggiano’s going into a busy season.

Financing

A debate on the long-term impact of the labor challenge on restaurants

By Jonathan Maze on Nov. 03, 2021

Will the labor shortage prove worse for the industry than the pandemic? RB editors Jonathan Maze and Peter Romeo debate that question on the “A Deeper Dive” podcast.

Leadership

MOD Pizza hires HR vet Dayna Eberhardt as chief people officer

By Heather Lalley on Nov. 03, 2021

Eberhardt previously spent more than 13 years in various human resources roles at Starbucks.

Workforce

Why restaurateurs should care about the result of Tuesday’s elections

By Peter Romeo on Nov. 03, 2021

The rout by Republicans, particularly in states like New Jersey and Virginia, could signal a change in the tenor of state and local labor policies.

Financing

Chicken prices are causing headaches for Wingstop

By Heather Lalley on Nov. 03, 2021

The fast casual’s food costs are soaring and it is looking for ways to assert more control over its supply chain.

Financing

At Cheesecake Factory, takeout becomes a growth business

By Jonathan Maze on Nov. 03, 2021

The chain’s sales have recovered from the pandemic and accelerated, while more than a quarter of them are for takeout and delivery.

Financing

Denny's is upgrading its kitchens chainwide

By Joe Guszkowski on Nov. 03, 2021

New ovens and other equipment will improve efficiency and food and allow the diner chain to do more at dinner.

Financing

Buffalo Wild Wings, Jimmy John’s and Sonic sue pork producers over price fixing

By Jonathan Maze on Nov. 03, 2021

The Inspire Brands chains join a large list of restaurants taking on protein suppliers over the allegations.

Financing

Want long-term growth? Get your franchisees right

By Jonathan Maze on Nov. 03, 2021

Jack in the Box offers one more example why profitable and happy franchisees are vital for long-term growth, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

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