Executive insights

Potential acquisitions on the menu for Burgertory as it looks to mark its territory in the country’s burgeoning burger scene

Burgertory, currently with 18 company-owned and operated restaurants, will be starting its franchise arm over the next 12 months.

Potential acquisitions on the menu for Burgertory as it looks to mark its territory in the country’s burgeoning burger scene

Burgertory, currently with 18 company-owned and operated restaurants, will be starting its franchise arm over the next 12 months.

Schnitz turns to tiered pricing to combat cost pressures, reach valuable Gen Z

In his first interview with QSR Media, CEO Brenton Howie details the chain’s customer satisfaction play and why he believes in “doing the basics well...

‘Restaurant precincts with significant appeal’: How Burrito Bar is forging its path to become a multi-brand franchisor

CEO Shaun Butcher details how the company found success in its early adoption of virtual brands and how it is informing its approach to growth.

The global supply chain crisis caused widespread disruption for the entire industry. Now KFC is setting up for future growth by reimagining operations

Australia managing director Richard Wallis explains why he believes technology is “becoming the new operations.”

Offering value amidst cost pressures, according to Hungry Jack’s CEO

Chris Green also expounds on the brand’s digital focus, the potential of targeting upselling and their new compensation model for managers.

Get to know Natalie Sharpe, Head of Product of Oliver’s

Sharpe teased a big year for the brand in terms of menu development.

Cost pressures to cap growth, Greggs CEO says

Roger Whiteside expects cost inflation of 6% to 7% for 2022.

Get to know Richard Goodman, Foodco’s newest CEO for ANZ

The executive looks to immediately focus on the core business, working with their team and franchisees to emerge in a post-COVID world.

Three tips to future proof your QSR business through customer engagement

In a fiercely competitive market, customer engagement has always been a huge differentiator for quick-service restaurants (QSRs).

‘We’re a steady, reliable business’: The Cheesecake Shop managing director sees ‘renewed vigor’ post-River Capital acquisition

Ken Rosebery shares his outlook for the year and shares how they are responding to inflationary pressures.

Potato milk could displace oat as more sustainable milk alternative: analyst

Potatoes remain a niche ingredient in the plant-based milk space.

Hyper-personalised pricing, more smart-tech amongst projected trends in 2022

Customers do not have a single acceptable price point for each menu item, one analyst suggested.

Ingredient swaps, shorter hours: how chains are coping with Omicron-induced disruptions

Recent Google data showed user mobility in VIC, NSW and ACT declining the most in the last six weeks to 10 January.

Restaurant optimisation needs to be a focus in 2022, experts say

Thought leaders point out the challenges chains need to know in order to adapt. 

Roll’d banks on stronger omnichannel arsenal, branding as it readies for international expansion

Founder Bao Hoang reflects on the chain’s performance the past year and explains why they are constantly pivoting their branding strategy.

How Baskin-Robbins’ approaches its marketing campaigns, according to its general manager

Julian Casa, in his first interview with QSR Media as general manager, also shares details about their growth targets for 2022 and the chain’s new...

Subway APAC president: regional growth can match U.S. foothold

In his first-ever interview with QSR Media, Eric Foo details the chain’s expansion targets and stressed their ongoing investment in digital engagement...