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Guzman y Gomez offers over 4,200 jobs
Guzman y Gomez offers over 4,200 jobs
It opened 11 restaurants in 2021 and has four more in the pipeline to open before the end of the year.
As lockdowns end, where is tech taking the restaurant industry next?
KFC, McDonald’s, Nando’s, Banjo’s and Roll’d discuss consumer expectations and how it’s shaping the discourse on digital.
Mad Mex celebrates franchisees, managers in 9th Golden Burrito Awards
The chain says the awards are its opportunity to celebrate “a genuine culture of excellence.”
Chatime makes a play for at-home market with DIY bubble tea kits
Customers can choose from four of the chain’s classic flavours.
Domino’s brings back Pizza Roulette promotion for Halloween
Customers can order a pizza where one slice will be dabbed with their Reaper Chilli Sauce.
Weekly Global News Wrap: McDonald’s U.S. stores reach gender pay parity; Panera’s ‘climate positive’ pledge; Buffalo Wild Wings tries frying robot
Here is a summary of the most interesting news stories of the week from around the world.
Ferguson Plarre, Gotcha welcome Halloween season with themed treats, drinks
Items include gingerbread cookies dubbed The Walking Ginger Dead.
Retail Food Group responds to class action from former, current Michel’s franchisees
Read the operator’s full statement here.
TGI Fridays ups the ante on premium store experiences to capitalise on dine-in’s expected resurgence
Signature Hospitality Group (SHG) CEO James Sinclair also reveals new details on how its digital transformation informed its growth strategy.
Can Australia’s QSRs avoid ‘The Great Resignation’?
Businesses are looking to keep their workers engaged by doubling down on promoting a strong positive culture, career progression and new ways to reward.
Virtual brand companies offering solutions to Australian chains to increase, Concept Eight boss says
CEO Grant Lee offers insights on what to think about when considering a virtual concept.
Where drones now fit in a QSR’s delivery strategy, according to Wing
Head of policy and community affairs Jesse Suskin explains why the technology’s value proposition is becoming stronger for chains.
Where competition’s brewing in the coffee segment, according to Zarraffa’s, Soul Origin and Merlo
Competition will likely drive rental costs upwards and therefore increase the cost of doing business, IbisWorld said.
How Krispy Kreme's unique omnichannel experience set them up for future growth
ANZ CEO Andrew McGuigan talks to QSR Media about the chain’s latest growth iteration and opportunities seen in the dessert space.
How bakery chains are evolving to push back on supermarkets’ gains
Bakers Delight, The Cheesecake Shop, Brumby’s, Ferguson Plarre Bakehouses and Banjo’s Bakery Cafe offer updates on the category.
Milky Lane is building from its social media power to enter the QSR segment
Co-founder Christian Avant discusses the upcoming format and his thoughts on building a brand for social media.
Can chains catch Gen Z's growing appetite for takeaway?
36% of respondents order takeaway or home delivery at least once every week, a new study revealed.