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Deep DiveFood distributors, restaurants reinvent business models in a scramble to survive
From wine bar to mini grocery store, from restaurant distribution to direct to consumer — food sector firms are pivoting operations to keep business flowing.
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Florida restaurant workers can get back to work sooner after COVID-19 infections
Gov. Ron DeSantis signed an executive order last week stating that restaurant employees no longer need to prove two negative COVID-19 tests before returning to work.
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Uber Eats grows its restaurant partner roster by 50%
About 30% of the time, restaurants with their own couriers called on Uber Eats to supplement their delivery networks as demand outstrips operators' in-house capacity.
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64% of diners say staff wearing PPE is most important when eating out, survey shows
Consumers say restaurant staff taking safety precautions is a higher priority to them than efforts to add hand sanitizer and single-use menus at tables, according to a Toast report.
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Domino's taps supply chain exec as next CFO
Following news of CFO Jeffrey Lawrence's planned retirement, the global pizza chain promoted Stu Levy, executive vice president of supply chain services.
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ColumnShift Change: Whataburger appoints CEO, Focus Brands adds communications role
This week Bloomin' Brands added a diversity and inclusion position, while Domino's appointed a new chief financial officer.
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Seattle study finds race discrimination in restaurant hiring
Restaurant Opportunities Centers United and the Seattle Office for Civil Rights found that people of color are more likely to have low-wage, back-of-house jobs.
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DoorDash launches new online convenience store DashMart
The company's venture, which marks its first foray into managing its own inventory, will offer around 2,000 grocery and restaurant items and delivery in as little as 30 minutes.
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Popeyes chicken sandwich continues to boost sales during pandemic
Same-store sales increased to 28.5% in the U.S. during the second quarter while average sales per restaurant reached $1.7 million with help from the menu item.
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Delivery partnerships, customer acquisition help Papa John's SSS grow 28% in Q2
The pizza chain added over 3 million new customers on digital channels alone, and saw increased retention and repeat rates among these diners.
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Wendy's digital sales momentum grows with delivery expansion during Q2
While a majority of the mix was from delivery orders, the chain expects its newly launched loyalty program to boost mobile ordering.
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45% of consumers less likely to order from Starbucks because of initial BLM policy, study finds
Nearly 21% of consumers said they will actively try to avoid buying from brands that restrict employees from expressing support for the movement, and 51% said they are less likely to buy from these companies, according to DealAid data.
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Wendy's breakfast makes up 8% of US Q2 sales
Despite being the most challenged daypart during the pandemic, the chain reported strong margins and sales growth, and plans to invest $15 million to advertise the menu during the last half of 2020.
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83% of New York City restaurant owners couldn't pay full rent in July, report shows
The NYC Hospitality Alliance survey also found that 71% of landlords would not waive portions of rent because of COVID-19.
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NRA: 55% of restaurants can't access second PPP loan under Senate plan
The association is urging Congress to lower the proposed Heals Act revenue loss threshold, which determines a business' eligibility for a second loan, from 50% to 20%.
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25% of diners place online orders multiple times a week, study shows
Twenty-seven percent of guests surveyed by Toast said they plan to order more takeout and 23% said they plan to order more delivery compared to before the novel coronavirus pandemic, suggesting online ordering demand will only grow.
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Chipotle debuts branded apparel dyed with recycled avocados
Available at a microsite, the line supports sustainability at a time when fast fashion is often associated with negatively impacting the environment.
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Wawa to open first freestanding drive-thru by year-end
As it prepares for a post-COVID-19 world, the convenience store known for its sub sandwiches expects to start selling combos and value meals at the new Pennsylvania location.
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Texas bars could reopen as restaurants under modified licensure rules
Establishments could qualify as restaurants if alcoholic beverages made up less than 51% of their sales since April 1, per the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission.
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Domino's promotes Art D'Elia to marketing chief
The move comes as the chain is reaping the benefits of a strong digital focus as stay-at-home orders prompt consumers to order in rather than dine out.
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Grubhub says pandemic is 'permanent catalyst' for business as revenue rises 41%
The delivery platform said its corporate business was hardest hit by the pandemic, but it added thousands of chain restaurants in Q2.
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Shake Shack's digital sales doubled in Q2, but same-store sales declined sharply
As part of its expansion into new formats, the burger chain expects to open its first drive-thru next year in a suburban neighborhood.
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Pret A Manger shutters 17 stores in Boston and Chicago
With more Americans working remotely, the chain, which dropped sales by 87% YTD, has shifted its focus to offering group meals for pickup and delivery and plans to launch order ahead.
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Taco Bell operator sued for withholding overtime pay from misclassified employees
The assistant general manager position required "housekeeping, customer service, cash handling, food preparation, and other non-exempt work," according to the lawsuit.
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12 North Carolina McDonald's restaurants fined for alleged child labor law violations
It’s not uncommon for fast food chains to face allegations of such missteps, and others like Qdoba, Chipotle and Wendy's have paid similar fines in the past year.
