Loyalty has its rewards: Greenbridge Foodservice helps move the industry forward

These days, competition in the foodservice industry is fierce. With so many businesses still struggling to recover, operators need to make the most of every opportunity to get ahead and stand out. It’s companies like Greenbridge Foodservice that are helping to find ways to add value and provide the tools that businesses need to compete […]

The heart of the matter: Bernie’s restaurants continue to grow by putting people first

The restaurant business can be an exhausting endeavour, but Bernie’s has built a loyal community following that feels like family. With two locations run by the father-and-son team Brian and Carem Deep, their vast menu and exceptional service have customers coming back for more. Brian Deep Brian Deep, owner of both Bernie’s locations, knows that […]

Family matters: The Singing Chef thrives through 2023 and beyond

As many restaurants are still struggling with the lasting effects of the pandemic, The Singing Chef (in London, ON) continues to serve breakfast and lunch with a smile. Named for its owner, Nicko Patsalis, who is always singing in the kitchen, the restaurant continues to flourish, expanding into a second location later this year. Nicole […]

Flanagan Foodservice’s annual golf tournament raises $65,000 in support of “We Care”

Photo: Barry Reid, VP of Sales & Marketing at Flanagan Foodservice and Tiana Rodrigue, Executive Director of We Care Flanagan Foodservice’s 34th annual golf tournament was held on September 22 at Granite Ridge Golf & Country Club in Milton. Thanks to the support of many vendors, partners, customers, and employees, the event raised $65,000 for […]

Flanagan Foodservice named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for 9th year running

Flanagan Foodservice has been named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for the ninth year in a row, retaining its Platinum Club designation. Flanagan was recognized for its overall business performance and sustained growth with the prestigious Canada’s Best Managed Companies designation. The award is also a reflection of the company’s innovation, commitment and dedication […]

How various operators are tackling staffing challenges

RestoBiz spoke to four owners and operators about the continued effect of the pandemic on labour 21 months into the COVID-19 pandemic and foodservice operators are far from out of the woods. Whereas the first year of the pandemic was characterized by panic, shutdowns, layoffs, and other evolving measures, staffing challenges have been a major […]

Flanagan Foodservice named one of Canada’s Best-Managed Companies

Flanagan Foodservice has been named one of Canada’s Best-Managed Companies for the eighth year in a row. That gives Flanagan Foodservice Canada’s Best-Managed Companies Platinum Club status, which companies achieve when they have been named one of the Best-Managed Companies for seven consecutive years or more. The 2021 Best-Managed program from Deloitte recognizes the best […]

Flanagan Foodservice named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for 7th year

Press Release Flanagan Foodservice is proud to announce that it has achieved Platinum status as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. Flanagan Foodservice was initially recognized as a Best Managed Company in 2013 and has since been awarded Gold Standard and now Platinum Club Member status. Platinum Club status is awarded to companies that have […]

Flanagan Foodservice announces new president

Press Release Dan Flanagan, CEO of Flanagan Foodservice Inc. is pleased to announce the appointment of Dan Lafrance to the position of president. Mr. Lafrance will join the organization on February 19, 2019. Previously, Flanagan held the position of CEO and president since 1998. Lafrance will assume responsibility for providing strategic leadership to Flanagan Foodservice […]