Chain Operations includes chain profiles, news on chain restaurants, trend pieces and new concepts.
Lyons COO; Coletta CFO.
Among the companies making news this week are a pair of chains entering new international markets and a pizza giant beginning a trip down the fast-casual trail.
Gilbert and O'Donnell elected to CEO and COO roles effective immediately.
Restaurant industry veteran Kenneth Cutshaw joins the sandwich chain.
Industry veteran promoted from within at Pollo Tropical.
Price comes to Corner Bakery from Pilot Flying J.
This week's chain operating report features business updates from a variety of restaurant concepts, including Captain D's, Caribou Coffee, Jersey Mike's and Pizza Inn.
Takes over as interim COO.
Tunnessen and Biviano set to retire from their positions with Pollo Tropical and Taco Cabana in January 2013.
Six chain restaurant operators continue their expansion plans both domestically and internationally by adding new franchisees to their networks.
This week's chain operating report includes one concept expanding via non-traditional locations, another looking to grow its presence in China, one entering the franchising and much more.