Chili's Grill & Bar

Technology

Chili’s is pausing its test of server robots

The chain said it was halting certain projects that lacked a clear ROI and shifting its focus to other forms of technology instead.

Financing

Chili’s to rein in giveaways under new CEO's rebound plan

It’s one of a number of “interventions” being led by new CEO Kevin Hochman, including a revamped loyalty program and a variety of operations and menu changes.

Felix spent more than 10 years at Yum Brands and Procter & Gamble, where he worked alongside new Brinker CEO Kevin Hochman.

It will be the first restaurant company to take part in SkillBridge, a program backed by the Department of Defense and the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation.

The outgoing CEO of Brinker International reflects on his impact over 17 years at the Chili’s and Maggiano’s parent.

Kevin Hochman, president of KFC U.S., will head Chili’s parent company. Dyke Shipp, KFC’s division president, will replace him at KFC for the short-term.

Spouses, domestic partners and children of Brinker managers can get free GED and associate's degree training and more through the Best You EDU program.

Parent company Brinker’s stock price plunged Wednesday as costs increase and margins thin despite higher prices. The company is looking at ways to improve efficiency.

The chain is bringing Rita the Robot to 51 more locations after tests showed employees are making good use of her.

Plus, Restaurant Rewind looks at past efforts by full-service operators to enter the drive-thru business.

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