Human Resources

May 21, 2013

Human Resources

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The Changing of the Guard Having a CEO succession strategy can ensure that quick-serve companies don’t miss a beat when their top executives split.	Where America Works The vital role restaurants play in Obama’s plan to get America back to work and out of the recession.
Summer Hiring Race Is On Operators are hiring early to secure top-level talent.	What’s Your Exit Strategy? Operators shouldn’t wait until they’re ready to retire to figure out what to do with the business.
How CEOs Can Make Big Things Happen The industry’s top CEOs explain how they create company cultures that drive success.	Wage Hikes Pressure Operators Latest minimum-wage increases force quick serves to reevaluate hiring, menu prices.
How to Be a Yes Man There’s no better time than now to remember the old adage that the customer is always right.	Treat Customers Like Your Boss' Family At David Martinez’s Russo’s Coal-Fired Italian Kitchen units, customer service isn’t a matter of business, it’s a matter of family.
Stop Rewarding Your Crew with Cash Branded debit cards may be the perfect incentive for employers looking to make their rewards count among employees.	’Tis the Season to Hire Despite the high national unemployment rate, quick serves prepare to hire new staff for the holidays.

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Pacific Coast Hospitality Recruits Top Talent in the West

2013-05-21

Pacific Coast Hospitality (PCH) has launched its new service, providing specialized recruiting and job placement services for the restaurant and...

FROM THE FLOOR: Building a Culture That Works

2013-05-19

In an age when culture means so many things that it often means nothing at all, brands are going back to their roots to build a strong...

NRA: National E-Verify System Crucial in Immigration Reform

2013-05-17

National Restaurant Association (NRA) policy experts told two Congressional panels that a nationwide employment verification system that is...

Brad Kaemmer Takes Over as CEO at Tijuana Flats

2013-05-16

Tijuana Flats Burrito Co. has named Brad Kaemmer as CEO of the fast-growing 93-unit Tex-Mex restaurant chain.

Kaemmer will assume...

Subway, Checkers Execs Back for More on "Undercover Boss"

2013-05-15

One appearance on CBS’s hit show “Undercover Boss” just wasn’t enough for two quick-serve industry execs. That’s why...

Grecian Delight Foods Grows With Help of New Execs

2013-05-12

Grecian Delight Foods, a manufacturer, national marketer, and distributor of Mediterranean-inspired foods based in Elk Grove Village, Illinois,...

NRA Tackles Health Care with Help of New Executive

2013-05-11

As part of its ongoing efforts to help the restaurant and foodservice industry address health-care challenges, including the 2010 health-care law...

Sonic Bolsters Franchise Team with New Hires

2013-05-09

Sonic announced the expansion of its franchise development team with two additions to its management team: Bob Franke, senior vice president of...

Kitchen Brains Announces New CEO, Singapore Office

2013-05-05

Industry veteran Timothy Lane moved from longstanding board member of Kitchen Brains and assumed the role of CEO of Kitchen Brains.   

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Alto-Shaam Appoints New VP of National Accounts, Retail

2013-05-05

Alto-Shaam announced the addition of Brian Zornes as the new vice president of national accounts, retail.

Previously the vice president of...

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