Chocolate — America’s favorite dessert — is becoming even more popular. Of all restaurants that offer dessert, nearly 64 percent offer chocolate, an increase from nearly 53 percent in 2005, according to menu research firm Datassential. Chocolate cake and ice cream are particularly popular, but several chocolate styles, flavor combinations […]
Read moreLosing weight is a perennially popular New Year’s resolution, and, as usual, restaurants are offering better-for-you menu items for the growing number of consumers who look for them in January. But this year, chains’ prevailing strategy is to use the opportunity to launch or promote long-lasting healthful platforms, rather than […]
Read morePanda Restaurant Group Inc., parent company of Panda Express, announced it raised $645,000 to assist victims of Typhoon Haiyan, which recently devastated the Philippines. This donation was generated through corporate and in-store support at the company’s Panda Express, Panda Inn, and Hibachi-San locations, with Panda Restaurant Group matching 100 percent […]
Read moreWreaths Across America (WAA), a nonprofit organization founded to continue and expand the annual wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery and other cemeteries across the country, announced that Jersey Mike’s, a nationwide sub sandwich franchise, donated $305,000 to support its mission to remember the fallen, honor those who serve and […]
Read moreExcerpt from QSR Magazine My year-end top brand stories recap was well received last year, and I decided to do it again. I’ll break from my usual Q&A format to recap this year’s most important brand developments in fast food. Taco Bell. Taco Bell continued to ride the wave it […]
Read moreGrocery, convenience and drug store retailers have long nipped at restaurant sales, but lately those retailers are stepping up their game in an effort to take bigger bites of the foodservice pie. A variety of freshly prepared foods are taking up the space that once held predictable roller-grill hot dogs, […]
Read moreBaked goods are taking breakfast menus to the next level. Baked goods have been a staple in the quick-serve industry for decades, but innovation in the space has boomed as several operators step up their a.m. offerings to compete in that increasingly lucrative daypart. Coffee concepts are a natural fit […]
Read moreBaked sweets are moving out of the post-dinner shadows and into new dayparts. Baked desserts aren’t always at the forefront of customers’ dining decisions, but that doesn’t mean they need to be an afterthought. Cookies, cakes, pies, and other sweets have made their way onto menus of all types of […]
Read moreAbout 30 percent of hospitality sector employees are Millennials, a larger percentage than ever before, according to the ADP Research Institute. However, very few of these individuals feel confident about their financial future. A 2013 Employee Benefit Research Institute survey reveals that only 15 percent of employees ages 25–34 believe […]
Read moreChuck Placed Me with TWO Very Good Organizations
The first one didn't work out but was no fault of his own. The second one was a good fit and I have been very happy with my decision to take employment with this current company. Chuck's communication was excellent and quarterbacked the entire process. If I decide to look for another job in the future, Chuck will be getting the call.Thank you,
Michael Greene
I would love to thank Chuck Helden!
He made the applicant process so easy! He also made me feel confident in the position I was offered and accepted! So thankful that he was a part of my journey into this management partnership.Again, thank you and it was a pleasure working with you!
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Chuck Helden did a great job finding a opportunity for me in a very difficult time.
He is professional and honest. He did not waste my time with just any opportunity and worked to find a good fit. Patrice & Associates are lucky to have him on their team.Thanks,
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I was extremely impressed with Sharon's attention to detail and to make me feel comfortable. She was in my corner the whole time. I think it is really great that she actually eats at the restaurants that I will be managing so that is encouraging because that means they have a great working relationship! I felt that she knew exactly how to prepare me for the interview and the resume that was created was very impressive! Michael Talerico
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I was extremely impressed with Sharon Helden's attention to detail and she made me feel comfortable. She was in my corner the whole time. I think it is really great that she actually eats at the restaurants that I will be managing so that is encouraging because that means they have a great working relationship! I felt that she knew exactly how to prepare me for the interview and the resume that was created was very impressive!Mike
