| As a result of softer same-store sales and traffic levels and fading optimism among restaurant operators, the outlook for the restaurant industry softened in May, according to the National Restaurant Association's Restaurant Performance Index (RPI … | |
 | In the restaurant industry, all eyes have anxiously been watching commodity prices, which have risen mercilessly by 60 percent since this time last year. While the agricultural commodity fluctuations are not uncommon, the recent increase coupled … |
 | Quick-service giants McDonald's, Burger King, KFC and Taco Bell failed to impress Consumer Reports subscribers in the magazine's first-ever quick-service food chain ratings. Among the 53 chains included in the survey, fast casual, quick-service and … |
 | How did most of your applicants find you? Did they use a job board or did they walk in and ask one of your team members for an application? More and more employers these days are leveraging their social media outlets (Twitter account, Facebook page … |
| After several years of traffic declines, visits to restaurants during dinner time increased over the last three quarters, according to foodservice market research from The NPD Group, a market research company. Supper visits increased 2 percent and … | |
 | A report released today by the American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI) shows a growing approval rating for quick-service and pizza brands. The quarterly report gauges consumer satisfaction with the quality of products and services provided by … |
 | Authentic Neapolitan Pizza options are increasing swiftly throughout the United States. Although only about 50 pizzerias across the country have been VPN certified since the organization began operating in 1998, 10 of those certifications have … |
| Papa Gino's has implemented IBM business analytics software to closely measure data pulled from the chain's online customer loyalty program. The customer loyalty program has recently boasted a 50 percent increase in the total of an average order at … | |
| New research by The NPD Group has found that 70 percent of consumers, especially those aged 50 and higher, expect to pay no more for healthier items than they do for other menu items. According to the report, Consumers Define Healthy Eating When … | |
| Restaurants are expected to add 425,000 jobs this summer season, a 4.6 percent increase over the March 2011 employment level, according to National Restaurant Association projections released today. This year shows the strongest summer employment … | |
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Webinar: Specialty beverages-The trends driving the industry
As more Americans seek out healthy food options, restaurant operators are going to see a lot of activity surrounding consumers' desires for healthful beverages. With the ongoing decline of carbonated …Type: WebinarSponsored by: Nestle Professional NA -
2011 Top 100 Movers and Shakers
FastCasual.com's sixth annual review of the restaurant segment's Top 100 movers and shakers takes a look at the brands and innovations leading the industry.Type: GuideSponsored by: FastCasual.com -
Internet Marketing and the Social Media (Slides)
Industry leaders provide vital information regarding the use of the Internet and Social Media to aid in your restaurant's growth. Download the slides from presentations given by: Boris Bugarski …Type: PresentationSponsored by: Fast Casual Executive Summit -
Flagship Stores Provide Customers with a Unique Opportunity
Learn what a flagship store is and how it can be used to create a more impactful experience and bring in more customers.Type: White PaperSponsored by: ADFLOW Networks -
Brain Exchange (Slides)
Brain Exchange Session. Find information on discussions relating to eight topics including: Fast Casual Startups, Menu Development, Web & Social Marketing, Team Dynamics, Winning Brand Design …Type: PresentationSponsored by: Fast Casual Executive Summit
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October 23-25, 2011 | Chicago
Join leading fast casual executives for a unique exchange of ideas and innovations.