Foodservice Equipment & Supplies articles from March 2007

Foodservice Equipment & Supplies archives from March 2007

Erik Keyes.
March 1, 2007... By Howard Riell, Contributing Editor Bargreen-Ellingson, Spokane, Wash. Erik Keyes, sales representative for Bargreen-Ellingson in Spokane, Wash., had his best year ever in 2006 thanks to his personal golden rule: "I take care of my...

Pouring Profits.
March 1, 2007... By Amelia Levin, Associate Editor Coffee, juice and smoothie shops may savecosts without the need for heavy equipment, but they must maintain steady throughput and attract customers from all day parts to rake in the profits. The...

Building Your Brand via Food Safety.
March 1, 2007... Joseph M. Carbonara, Editor in Chief The notion of branding is not a new one. By doing some simple online research you can easily trace the initial concept of branding back to its origins during Anglo-Saxon times. For me, my initial...

The Beachcomber: Newport Beach, Calif.
March 1, 2007... By Donna Boss, Contributing Editor Designers overcame daunting space challenges with this compact, 1,000-square-foot restaurant featuring an upscale menu and a lot of history. At 5 p.m. or at sunset every evening, employees and guests...

Back to Basics: Food Safety ABCs.
March 1, 2007... By Amelia Levin, Associate Editor You may think you know all there is about food safety, but it never hurts to get a refresher course on the subject. These days, more and more operators and dealers alike make food safety a huge priority....

Boudin Bakery Introduces Boudin SF.
March 1, 2007... Staff Leveraging the equity of its well-known Boudin Bakery brand, Forklift Brands has entered the fast-casual market segment with the launch of its Boudin SF concept. While staying true to the Boudin Bakery's penchant for producing San...

Chain Expansion Report.
March 1, 2007... Staff Brinker, Church's and other chains release expansion information. - Baja Fresh opened one restaurant in each of the following three cities: Camarillo, Calif.; Cypress, Calif.; and Cherry Hill, N.J. - Benihana signed an...

Randall Manufacturing Signs Distribution Pact.(ThermoSafe Brands)(Brief article)
March 1, 2007... Staff Randall Manufacturing signed a distribution agreement with ThermoSafe Brands, a division of SCA Packaging North America, to add ThermoSafe[R] Durable Transport containers to its temperature zoning product line. Randall execs...

Alto-Shaam Appoints Cheap to Regional Sales Team.(Alto-Shaam Inc.)(Chris Cheap)(Brief article)
March 1, 2007... Staff Alto-Shaam Inc. appointed Chris Cheap to its regional sales management team. Cheap's responsibilities include sales development and management in Kentucky, Michigan, Indiana, Ohio and western Pennsylvania. An industry veteran,...

U.S. Cooler Names New Sales Manager.
March 1, 2007... Staff U.S. Cooler named Mike Thayer regional sales manager for the south central territory. The territory includes Texas, Oklahoma and New Mexico. Thayer has been working in the foodservice and convenience-store industry for more than...

The Cheesecake Factory Announces Mgmt. Update.(Cheesecake Factory Inc.)(Brief article)
March 1, 2007... Staff The Cheesecake Factory announced the resignation of Peter D'Amelio, president and chief operating officer, effective Feb. 2. A search committee is working to identify his replacement. D'Amelio cited family reasons for his...

Univex Names Eaton National Sales Manager.
March 1, 2007... Staff Salem, N.H.-based equipment manufacturer Univex Corp. named Jason Eaton national sales manager. Eaton most recently served as eastern regional sales manager, and he has also served as Canadian sales manager in the past. In his...

InBrief.(Society for Foodservice Management launches SFM Foundation to provide scholarships for college students)(David Sank named chief marketing officer at Oneida Ltd. )(Chipotle Mexican Grill to move its headquarters to Wynkoop St., Denver)(Brief article)
March 1, 2007... Staff The Society for Foodservice Manage-ment launched the SFM Foundation dedicated to providing scholarships and networking opportunities for higher education students -- Oneida , a stainless-steel and dinnerware supplier, named David...

Correction.(Correction notice)
March 1, 2007... Staff On page 23 of February's article, "Today's Tabletop Trends," the names of the football team and stadium where R.W. Smith & Co. supplied risers were listed incorrectly. The correct facility is the Arizona Cardinals' new University of...

FE&S Dealer of the Year & Industry Awards.(Brief article)
March 1, 2007... Staff Foodservice Equipment & Supplies magazine has announced its class of 2007 award recipients. - Dealer of the Year: Hockenbergs Foodservice Equipment & Supplies, Omaha, Neb. - Hall of Fame: Norman Gustafson, former president,...

B&G Restaurant Equipment & Supplies Opens New Showroom.
March 1, 2007... Staff B&G Restaurant Equipment & Supplies, sister company of B&G Restaurant Supply of Pittsfield, Mass., celebrated the opening of its new showroom and distribution center. The address is 60 Commerce Ave., Albany, N.Y., and the phone...

NRA Announces 2007 Kitchen Innovations(TM) Award Recipients.
March 1, 2007... Staff The National Restaurant Association announced the recipients of its 2007 Kitchen Innovations(TM) award for the Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show. The Kitchen Innovations pavilion will showcase the award products during the show from May...

Blodgett Names Borosak National Sales Manager.
March 1, 2007... Staff Blodgett named Steve Borosak national sales manager for the company's conveyor products. Borosak has experience in sales, culinary development, product testing, shipments and installations. Borosak has previously worked at...

Luby's Announces Management Change.
March 1, 2007... Staff Luby's Inc., an operator of 127 restaurants throughout Texas and neighboring states, named Scott Gray chief financial officer, effective April 20. Gray will replace Ernie Pekmezaris who will remain an adviser to the company. ...

Aramark Merger Complete.
March 1, 2007... Staff Aramark announced the completion of a merger in which the company was acquired by an investor group led by Joseph Neubauer, the company's chairman and chief executive officer, and investment funds managed by GS Capital Partners, CCMP...

Southern Cal Gas Announces Rebates for Energy-Efficient Equipment.
March 1, 2007... Staff Southern California Gas Co. increased its funding for rebates on energy-efficient commercial foodservice equipment this year to $33,000. The rate is more than three times the payout for 2006, according to a company release. ...

Insinger Names Dealy COO.
March 1, 2007... Staff Insinger Machine Co. announced that current president E.J. Dealy will assume the additional role of chief operating officer, effective immediately. Robert A. Cantor will remain as chief executive officer. Dealy joined Insinger in...

Report Outlines the Top 100 Emerging Chains.
March 1, 2007... Staff Attention large chains and other foodservice operators, take note of smaller yet growing chains and you'll likely identify today's hottest trends. These days, more consumers prefer upscale, limited-service and quick-casual...

Life Lessons: Don't Forget the Polish.
March 1, 2007... Ty Cox, CFSP, Vice President, Concept Services, Austin, Texas Life teaches the best lessons. Sometimes, the lesson teaches more than is intended. I have learned things as a child that I use as a resource to teach as a professional. Family...

Product Marketplace.
March 1, 2007... Staff McCall Refrigeration, Manitowoc Foodservice Group, The Manitowoc Co. This proofer is suited for bakery and pizza applications and available in one-, two- and three-door models. Features include stainless-steel cabinet fronts and...

H.P. Schmaltz & Co.
March 1, 2007... By Lisa White, Contributing Editor Despite logistical challenges, H.P. Schmaltz & Co. is banking on the Midwest success of a traditional New York City deli concept. As if opening a new foodservice operation isn't challenging enough,...