Chain Operations

Chain Operations includes chain profiles, news on chain restaurants, trend pieces and new concepts.

Grilling Opportunities in the Burger Segment

Published on Wednesday, February 01, 2012
Written by Lisa White, Contributing Editor

While fast-food giants may be the iconic members of the segment, a growing number of fast-casual and limited-service restaurants are grilling their own opportunities within the burger business.

Woody’s BBQ Develops New Prototype Units

Published on Wednesday, February 01, 2012
Written by The Editors

After 30 years as a casual dining operation, Woody's Bar-B-Q is repositioning itself as a fast-casual and express concept.

Chain Operating Report

Published on Friday, January 27, 2012
Written by The Editors

Several chains explore new markets, another expands its franchise network while another pilots a program with a major convenience store chain. All this and more in this week's chain operating report.

Taco Bell Enters Breakfast Daypart

Published on Friday, January 27, 2012
Written by The Editors

FirstMeal rollout will move east later in the year.

Chain Operating Report for January 24

Published on Monday, January 23, 2012
Written by The Editors

Foodservice chain news in brief.

Church's Chicken Updates Management Team

Published on Monday, January 23, 2012
Written by The Editors

Executive moves come in the wake of new CEO Jim Hyatt

Arby's Names Condos COO

Published on Tuesday, January 10, 2012
Written by The Editors

Thirty-year pro has experience with restaurants and venture capital.

Chain Operating Report for January 4, 2012

Published on Tuesday, January 03, 2012
Written by The Editors

Chain expansion news from Colorado to Tokyo. 

First Watch Sold to Private Equity Firm

Published on Tuesday, January 03, 2012
Written by The Editors

Catterton Partners sells the emerging casual dining chain.

Chipotle’s ShopHouse a Hit

Published on Monday, January 02, 2012
Written by Amelia Levin, Contributing Editor

Since unveiling the new Asian-inspired quick-serve concept ShopHouse in September 2011, Chipotle execs say they’ve filled their Washington D.C.-based pilot store on a daily basis and are thrilled that it’s been well-received, though no specific sales numbers were yet available.

Subway Appoints Pair to Director Positions

Published on Monday, December 19, 2011
Written by The Editors

Audet and Chaves bring franchisee-level experience to their new posts for the sandwich giant.

More Articles...

  1. Popeyes Names New Global Brand Officer
  2. Fertitta Stakes a Claim for Morton's Restaurant Group at $6.90 Per Share
  3. Twin Peaks Announces Staff Promotions
  4. Applebee's Services Names Layt Sr. VP of Operations
  5. Chain Operating Report for Dec. 14

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