Expansion
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.”
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.”
Hungry Jack’s launches Jack’s Cafe across WA restaurants
The state-wide launch is part of the business’ plan to roll out the beverage brand across all 450-plus locations by June.
‘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 world has moved away from cheap stuff’: Why Retail Zoo believes there’s big opportunity in affordable indulgence
Chief executive Nishad Alani also talks about customer loyalty investments and long-term views on drive-thru.
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.
Pizza Hut starts campaign to find 350 franchise partners
The move is months of consecutive same store growth.
Faster delivery times, nixed franchise fees: why accessibility is a key strategy for Ben & Jerry’s
Retail head Bruce Lambert shares further details about its recent franchising initiative and why they are taking their off-premise channels more seriously.
Fast casual chain Paik’s Noodle makes Melbourne debut
Paik’s boasts nine dishes that intersect between fermented Korean flavours and more traditional Chinese-style stir fry.
Weekly Global News Wrap: McDonald’s hit with US$900m suit over broken ice cream machines; More ghost kitchens for Wendy’s; IHOP testing two virtual brands
Here is a summary of the most interesting news stories of the week from around the world.
‘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.
Pizza Hut Australia owners on the hunt for targets with ‘wrinkles’: report
Founding partner Chester Moynihan thinks there is fertile ground for private equity over the next few months, according to the Financial Review.
Flave CEO: We want to be synonymous with plant-based cuisine
Stuart Cook offers fresh details on the startup’s ambition to be a global business.
‘We’re just getting started’: El Jannah’s Brett Houldin on Lebanese chain’s roadmap to become a national name
The ex-Craveable Brands boss shares details in how the revitalised brand is building a best-in-class franchisor approach.
Yum Brands’ The Habit Burger Grill eyes Australian expansion
Asia-Pacific general manager Yang Ming Ong named the country as one of the chain’s seven target markets in the region.
Gelatissimo seeking development and franchising head to lead domestic growth plans
It is eyeing an additional 10 new store openings in Australia.
Collins Foods’ corporate franchise agreement with KFC Europe commences
The CFA has a target of opening up to 130 net new KFC restaurants over the next 10 years.
Royal Stacks now offering franchise model for VIC-based operators
It has plans to expand nationally in the next two years.
