Foodservice News

Breaking news for the full foodservice equipment and supplies distribution channel. Includes information on dealers, distributors, design consultants and multi-unit operators spanning leadership changes, mergers and acquisitions, trends, data and much more.

Myers Joins AccuTemp Team

More on Singer’s Acquisition of M. Tucker

Any major business deal carries with it some risk but, with the economy continuing to experience pockets of turbulence on its way to recovery, Singer Equipment Company's purchasing the assets of M. Tucker Company sent ripples through the foodservice equipment and supplies industry. So what does it all mean for the still-healing industry?

Johnny Rockets Adds Three to Executive Team

New executives to run Finance and Sales departments at global restaurant chain's corporate office.

Baristas Coffee Co. names Palmer Director of Franchise Development

Baristas Coffee Company, Inc. (OTCPK: BCCI) named Robert Palmer Jr. its director of franchise development.

Clark Associates to Locate New Distribution Center in Madisonville

Facility will serve the company's e-commerce business, WEBstaurantStore Inc.

Tinsley new Grindmaster-Cecilware CEO

Michael Tinsley is the new chief executive officer for Grindmaster-Cecilware Corp., a Louisville, Ky.-based foodservice equipment manufacturer.

Chain Operating Report for June 22

Jamba Juice, Johnny Rockets, Saladworks, Smallcakes and Quiznos announce new store openings and other expansion news.

Fazoli’s Hires Franks to fill Franchising VP Role

James Franks was named vice president of franchising for Fazoli's.

Au Bon Pain to Remodel all of its Cafés

Fast-casual bakery café operator Au Bon Pain has announced plans to remodel all 318 of its locations. Au Bon Pain also announced the veteran executive chef Stefano Cordova has joined the company to lead its culinary efforts.

Singer Equipment Co. Acquires M. Tucker Co.

The deal expands Singer's full distribution and market coverage from Connecticut to Maryland

Buehler Resigns as Kona Grill President and CEO

Marc Buehler, president and chief executive officer of Kona Grill (NASDAQ: KONA) has resigned. The company appointed Michael Nahkunst, a member of Kona Grill's board of directors, interim president and CEO.