US Foods Names First National Class of US Foods Scholars to Fuel Culinary Talent Pipeline for Operators

November 13, 2024 US Foods

In a first for the company, US Foods expanded its signature US Foods Scholars program to applicants nationwide. This year’s class includes 18 impressive students, who represent 10 schools from across the country and are pursuing 2- or 4-year post-secondary degrees in culinary arts, baking and pastry, chef training, or business management. Students will receive a scholarship of $20,000 to support their continued education, as well as development opportunities with US Foods culinary professionals.

Wonder Announces Acquisition of Grubhub

November 13, 2024 Grubhub

Integrating Grubhub with Wonder is the next step in Wonder’s mission to make great food more accessible, bringing together the convenience, speed and selection of first-party and third-party restaurants, groceries and meal kits in a single app order. Additionally, all Wonder locations will be available on Grubhub for third-party delivery.

ADM’s 2025 Flavor and Color Trends Project Consumers Embracing the ‘New Human Nature’

November 13, 2024 ADM

ADM has released its report on the trending flavors and colors set to impact food and beverage innovation for the next year. With a world increasingly dominated by technology, 2025 will be a year of embracing the “new human nature” through a recognition of innate human qualities.

Sweetgreen Launches New Merch Collection in Time for the Holidays

November 13, 2024 Sweetgreen

Sweetgreen is bringing a taste of its signature style to the holiday season with a new collection of apparel and accessories.

Chipotle Names Scott Boatwright Chief Executive Officer and Member of the Board

November 13, 2024 Chipotle

Responsible for more than 125,000 employees and over 3,600 restaurants, Boatwright has been a driving force for improving the company’s overall guest experience. In addition to contributing to the strategy and growth of the business, he led the integration of new technology into restaurants, built a strong culture aligned to the organization’s values, and achieved industry-leading retention rates yielding impressive outcomes and improvements in throughput.