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The Montague Company Appoints New President

by Katie Lee

Chicago and Hayward, Calif. — In late February, Filippo Berti, chairman and CEO of the Ali Group, named Joe Deckelman as president of The Montague Company, an Ali Group Company. In his new role, he is responsible for the day-to-day management of The Montague Company. Deckelman’s extensive background in the commercial foodservice industry spans nearly three decades, working in many different areas of the industry. He held the role of vice president of sales and marketing at Champion Industries, an Ali Group Company, from 2010 to 2014. He also held …

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Powerhouse Dynamics Names New President

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Elgin, Ill. – Jay Fiske has been promoted to president of Powerhouse Dynamics, based in Newton, Mass. In this position he will lead all strategic and day-to-day company operations. Powerhouse Dynamics provides Internet of Things (IoT) solutions to leading restaurant, foodservice and retail outlets, delivering real-time control, automation and analytics to operators. “Jay is highly-respected and well-known for his IoT expertise within the foodservice and retail industries. With his deep knowledge of IoT and restaurant operations he has been able to clearly demonstrate the advantages of a connected kitchen, and …

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Velvet Taco Adds to Leadership Team, Including New CFO

by Katie Lee

Dallas — Velvet Taco, the anything-but-ordinary Dallas-based restaurant serving globally inspired tacos, continues to build momentum with the addition of CFO, operations leaders, and dynamic growth plans. The brand will reach 32 locations nationwide in February 2022 — doubling its size from early 2021. As Velvet Taco has continued to expand nationally, the newly created position of chief financial officer has been filled by Lee Evans. Evans, who previously served in senior financial leadership roles at Rock Bottom Restaurants, Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers and more, will oversee financial reporting, planning …

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Jack in the Box Completes Acquisition of Del Taco for $585 Million

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San Diego — Jack in the Box Inc. has completed its previously announced acquisition of Del Taco Restaurants, Inc. for approximately $585 million. With the close of the acquisition, Jack in the Box and Del Taco are now positioned as stronger QSR players with greater scale and the ability to enhance the guest experience while pursuing profitable growth. “Today marks an important milestone in our company’s history as we officially welcome Del Taco to the Jack in the Box family,” says Darin Harris, CEO of Jack in the Box. “We …

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Hudson Expands Food & Beverage Portfolio with Starbucks

by Katie Lee

East Rutherford, N.J. — Hudson, a Dufry company and a travel experience leader with more than 1,000 stores in airports, commuter hubs, landmarks and tourist destinations across North America, has entered into an agreement to operate and develop Starbucks locations in U.S. airports beginning this summer. Hudson’s first two Starbucks licensed stores are set to open beginning this summer at pre- and post-security locations in LaGuardia Airport (LGA) Terminal B, serving as the first Starbucks operating in the brand-new terminal. These first two stores will be operated by HG LGA …

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Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii Adds New Store Models, Aims to Double Store Count by 2023

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Denver — Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii, a leading coffee franchise renowned for its premium sourcing, roasting and quality 100% Hawaiian coffees and international blends, unveils new prototypes that emphasize franchisee and customer flexibility, including double drive-thru lanes and streamlined order pickups. Debuting this year is the brand’s freestanding full café with drive-thru model, spanning approximately 1,650 to 1,800 square feet, that is slated to open in Hendersonville, Tenn., in late third quarter 2022. As an evolution of this model, that is gaining vast interest among prospective franchisees, the brand …

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Smart Decisions

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— By Ahmed Abouelenein —   The benefits and drawbacks of introducing new technology into restaurant operations.   Restaurant industry professionals showcased an exceptional amount of resilience and resourcefulness in such a challenging time. One tool that has helped so many restaurant operators sustain, and even thrive, over the past 2 years is the adoption of smart technology. When used correctly and implemented appropriately, the benefits of technology can be business-changing. Technology offers the ability to increase productivity, address labor shortages, streamline operations and so much more. Being smart about …

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Quality Over Quantity

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The Hummus & Pita Co., which marks its 10th anniversary this year, keeps its location count low and its bar for quality high.   — By Katie Lee —   With two years of pandemic-related upheaval in the rearview mirror, The Hummus & Pita Co. views 2022, the year of its 10th anniversary, as a chance to reset and refocus: a fresh slate to reenergize its Middle Eastern and Mediterranean food roots and not to stray from its core philosophy: “real food that’s real good.” And that goes for each …

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Philly’s Best Celebrates 30th Anniversary

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Irvine, Calif. — Philly’s Best, home of California’s most authentic Philly Cheesesteaks, is celebrating its 30-year anniversary. “What started out as a relentless craving for a taste of home turned into an incredibly rewarding journey, and I’m humbled as we celebrate 30 years of serving the most iconic Philly staple in all of its authentic glory to communities throughout California,” says Bob Levey, founder of Philly’s Best. “As we recognize in 2022 how far we have come, our monthlong anniversary celebration will center around our amazingly loyal guests who have …

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Church’s Chicken and Texas Chicken Welcome VP of Company Restaurant Operations

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Atlanta — Church’s Chicken™ and Texas Chicken™, which combined make up one of the largest quick-service restaurant chains in the world, has hired Bill Mitchell as its new vice president of company restaurant operations, bringing immense industry and leadership experience in the QSR industry. Prior to joining Church’s Chicken™, Mitchell served as director of operations for Carrol’s Corporation, Burger King’s largest U.S. franchisee. He previously worked as general manager at Burger King, as well as district manager at several foodservice companies. Mitchell brings extensive expertise in maximizing sales performance, increasing …

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