ENGIE Insight, a leading energy and sustainability management company, has been selected by The Johnny Rockets Group to provide strategic utility expense data management and advisory solutions. According to the Energy Information Administration, restaurants are the most energy-intensive commercial building type in the U.S., consuming three times the energy of the average commercial building per […]
Delphi Display Systems Inc., the global leader in drive-thru restaurant technology, has installed its Delphi’s Insight technology platform in the first Johnny Rockets drive-thru restaurant, which opened last week in Mooresville, North Carolina. The platform consists of the Insight Engage digital menu solution, Insight Track drive-thru timing system, Insight Verify drive-thru order confirmation system, and […]
Johnny Rockets plans to open 14 additional mall locations this year, serving up both a restaurant design and quality food that appeal to the appetite of the mall consumer. With more than one third of its domestic and international restaurants already located in malls, the brand has solidified itself as a leader in that niche […]
It’s the unofficial start of summer at Johnny Rockets. Just in time to celebrate the warmer temperatures, the global restaurant chain is debuting a limited-time menu starring a new burger topped with a classic summer meal favorite: tender, smoked BBQ beef brisket. In addition, the brand is partnering with one of the most popular online […]
Brand evolution can be a slow and steady process, but for Johnny Rockets, the changes are fast and numerous. Gone are the retro design flourishes hearkening to the 1950s and post-World War II pop culture (think: “soda jerk” uniforms, jukeboxes, nailed-down booths, etc.). CEO Charles Bruce, who joined the brand last March, says that while […]
Johnny Rockets, the international restaurant chain known for its best-in-class burgers, fries, and shakes, appoints Rumbani Mchawe as country director of mature markets. In this role, Mchawe will provide support to the international franchise community, specifically operators in the Middle East, Europe, and Africa to ensure quality assurance standards are met and to improve overall […]
Johnny Rockets, the all-American global restaurant chain, appointed Crystal Wells to director of franchise sales. In this role, Wells will manage the overall lead generation and qualification process related to Johnny Rockets domestic franchise growth strategy. With the promotion of Wells, Johnny Rockets’ franchise sales and development team, led by James Walker, increases its presence […]
Smoked cheeses, pork, bacon, and a taste of apple pie are the star ingredients on a new limited-time menu at the global restaurant chain, Johnny Rockets. Starting today at participating restaurants across the country, Johnny Rockets will feature a new chicken sandwich, cheeseburger, and loaded street tots, all with a robust combination of toppings that […]
As Johnny Rockets’ international popularity continues to grow, the all-American restaurant franchise focuses its 2016 global expansion efforts on five new markets around the globe. Based on foreign demand, appreciation for American brands, and favorable economic climates, Johnny Rockets seeks development opportunities in Australia, Japan, Morocco, South Africa, and Sweden. “Johnny Rockets’ all-ages appeal, coupled […]
Johnny Rockets, the global restaurant chain, announced the appointment of Harry Yu to the position of senior director of information technology. Yu has more than twenty years of experience analyzing, developing, and implementing the IT infrastructure and operational improvements for a variety of brands. Harry Yu joins the Johnny Rockets team from Amazon.com, where he […]
As part of its strategy to double its global footprint by 2017, Johnny Rockets announces agreements for 49 new restaurant locations in Italy, Paraguay, and Canada. With some locations opening as early as 2016, the all-American restaurant, known for its cooked-to-order hamburgers and hand-spun shakes, continues its international expansion due, in large part, to its […]
Johnny Rockets, the all-American global restaurant chain, announced the appointment of Naresh Vinod Worlikar and Calvin Harris as vice president of international and director of culinary innovation, respectively. As the vice president of international, Worlikar is responsible for developing and expanding market development and ensuring brand excellence overseas. Harris joins Johnny Rockets in a newly […]
Guests at Johnny Rockets restaurant chain can enjoy its world-famous burgers, now double-stacked and stuffed with all the right ingredients to satisfy the cravings of burger lovers all over the country. Last month, Johnny Rockets' culinary team announced that they were involving consumers in menu development for the brand's ongoing limited-time menu offerings. The new […]
Johnny Rockets restaurant chain announced today a new limited-time menu. In the last six months, the brand has interacted with consumers asking them to help build its limited-time offerings. Johnny Rockets’ culinary team gave the public multiple sandwich options, asking them to evaluate each from a number of perspectives including overall concept, ingredients, suggested price […]
Continuing its success in non-traditional venues, Johnny Rockets announces a further expansion into college and university campuses through its Express prototype. Johnny Rockets Express, a quick-service prototype ideal for universities, airports, malls, and other entertainment destinations, offers flexible floor plans with options ranging from a 150-square-foot, free-standing kiosk to a 1,100-square-foot restaurant. “Johnny Rockets’ premium […]
Johnny Rockets announces a development agreement with Cruzar Group LLC to open Johnny Rockets restaurants in El Paso, Texas, including the brand’s new Route 66 expression. Johnny Rockets’ Route 66 drive-thru prototype will offer its same all-American menu to travelers and consumers on-the-go. “Texas is primed for expansion, with huge growth potential in the west […]
Johnny Rockets, the global restaurant chain, announced the appointment of Jim Kensinger in the newly created role of vice president of operations services and training. Kensinger is responsible for improving the quality, consistency, and profitability of the brand's franchise and corporate restaurants worldwide through communication, training, and engagement. Jim Kensinger will oversee the implementation of […]
