Philippines
Jollibee tagged in Philippine ‘endo' issue
Jollibee tagged in Philippine ‘endo' issue
The country’s largest fast food operator is suspected to be engaged in labor-only contracting. The Philippines’ Department of Labor and Employment named 20 companies that they claim or suspect to engage in labor-only contracting, depriving employees of security of tenure. In a report by ABS-CBN News, Jollibee is listed as having topped the list, with 14,960 "affected" workers. The labor department previously ordered Jollibee and subsidiary Burger King, to regularize about 7,000 workers, prior to Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte signing an executive order to stop “endo” or hiring workers in 5-month-long cycles.
Jollibee's Valentine-themed viral videos win at 2018 APAC Effie Awards
The Philippine fast food chain bagged a total of seven trophies for their campaign. After pulling the heartstrings of their customers, Jollibee’s 2017 “Valentine’s Joy for the Heartbroken” series garnered recognition from marketing communicators from Asia-Pacific.
Max's Group launches All-You-Can Wednesdays for June
Customers of the dining group’s eight restaurants can indulge in their special offers.
Jollibee's net profit surged 17.3% to $34.4m in Q1
It also reported a system-wide sales increase of 19.3% year-on-year to $878.2m, supporting the 18.8% growth in revenue to $664.7m.
Philippine QSR delivery services ordered to shut down after data breach
The National Privacy Commission prompted Jollibee Foods Corp. and Wendy’s Philippines to shutdown their online food delivery services.
Fatburger launches second Philippine site
The brand has announced its newest location in SM Mall of Asia, Pasay City.
Jollibee to introduce Vietnamese chain Pho 24 in Philippines
The giant is bringing Pho 24 to the Philippines through its wholly-owned unit Fresh N’ Famous Foods, Inc.
Global News Wrap Up: Jollibee raises stake in Smashburger; Taco Bell's CEO steps down; Chicken and chip shortage hits KFC UK
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week from around the world.
Jollibee's profit soars 15% to $136.3m
The fast food giant opened 465 stores in 2017.
Clothing retailer Bench launches Bench Café in the Philippines
It opened the brand's first restaurant at its flagship store at Bonifacio High Street in Taguig City.
UK-based PizzaExpress opens in the Philippines
The first outlet is located at Uptown Place Mall in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig.
SM Retail Inc. scraps acquisition deal of Goldilocks Bakeshop Inc.
SMIC Corporate Secretary Elmer Serrano cited changes in the business environment.
McDonald's Philippines sees continued expansion in 2018
The chain plans to surpass its present store count of 570 with a potential target of 600 stores this 2018.
Shakey's Pizza plans to open further 20 stores in 2018
Shakey’s Pizza Asia Ventures Inc ended the year opening 24 new stores in 2017, ahead of its target of 20.
SM Retail Inc. acquires Goldilocks Bakeshop Inc.
The Philippine Competition Commission has approved the acquisition by SM Retail Inc. of Goldilocks Bakeshop Inc.
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Jollibee trials delivery bicycles in the Philippines' metro cities
The roll out of the eco-friendly delivery bikes is a bid to lessen pollution in central business districts.
