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Individuals influencing the direction of the restaurant industry

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What you might not know about Jacques Pepin

 By Peter Romeo on Mar. 05, 2024

Restaurant Rewind: A chef, educator, author and early TV star, the relocated Frenchman helped to popularize fine-dining. And then there was his time at Howard Johnson's.

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First Watch co-founder Ken Pendery dies at age 70

 By Peter Romeo on Mar. 05, 2024

He was involved in the daytime dining chain for 38 years, many of them spent as CEO. "Ken's impact and influence is—and will forever be—felt throughout our organization," current CEO Chris Tomasso said.

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First Watch CEO Chris Tomasso among IFMA Silver Plate Award winners

By Heather Lalley on Mar. 05, 2024

The 70th annual awards from the International Foodservice Manufacturers Association recognize leaders who have made lasting contributions to advance the foodservice industry.

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Chili's, Maggiano's parent Brinker makes some executive changes

By Restaurant Business Staff on Mar. 01, 2024

Executive Summary: Wendy's has a new tech chief and Captain D's makes plans for global expansion with an executive hire.

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Joe Essa named president, COO of Yardbird

By Lisa Jennings on Feb. 27, 2024

Known for his work with Wolfgang Puck Worldwide and Thomas Keller Restaurant Group, Essa is tasked with helping the casual-dining concept grow around the world.

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Cracker Barrel's new CEO airs her roadmap back to better times

By Peter Romeo on Feb. 27, 2024

Julie Masino wants to accelerate the family dining chain's rejuvenation efforts and menu evolution.

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Mountain Mike's gets a new CEO, Bloomin' Brands CFO retires and more executive updates

By Restaurant Business Staff on Feb. 23, 2024

Executive Summary: Jim Metevier was elevated to chief executive of the pizza chain and Christopher Meyer is retiring from the Outback Steakhouse parent after two decades.

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Shake Shack, Whataburger, Pincho add new execs in busy week for job changes

By Restaurant Business Staff on Feb. 16, 2024

Executive Summary: Michael Kark becomes president of global licensing at Shake Shack and more restaurant leadership shifts.

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Who was this James Beard guy?

By Peter Romeo on Feb. 13, 2024

Restaurant Rewind: No, he’s not the person who started the awards program of the same name. Nor did he turn his home over to visiting chefs. The industry pioneer’s contributions are far more nuts-and-bolts.

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Famed Chef David Bouley dies at age 70

By Lisa Jennings on Feb. 13, 2024

Among the vanguard of chefs who redefined French fine dining, Bouley also believed food had an important role in good health.

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