Checkers Drive-In Restaurants

Checkers has the upper hand in a drive-thru future

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 20, 2021

Frances Allen, CEO of the drive-thru burger chain, joins this week’s episode of the RB podcast “A Deeper Dive” to talk about the industry’s challenges and the chain’s growth strategies.

Food

Bacon is sizzling on chain menus

By Patricia Cobe on Apr. 27, 2021

Chefs at restaurant chains are taking bacon beyond the traditional applications, tempting customers with new techniques and products.

Financing

Armed with new funds, Checkers looks to build on a strong 2020

By Jonathan Maze on Jan. 14, 2021

The drive-thru burger chain has a new loyalty program, new franchisees and is testing a new kitchen design.

Financing

Checkers gets a $20M cash injection

By Jonathan Maze on Jan. 11, 2021

The drive-thru chain, which was struggling before the pandemic, has seen sales surge and received new funding from Oak Hill Capital to further growth.

Workforce

4 ways chains are retaining employees during the pandemic

By Heather Lalley on Sep. 02, 2020

From bonuses to custom-created sandwiches, restaurant chains around the country are trying to keep their valuable resources in-house during a stressful time.

Operations