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GM Recognition
Congrats to Kurt Kuhnle and Rick Bastien!
Please join us in congratulating General Managers Kurt Kuhnle (of Swift Creek, VA) and Rick Bastien (of Raleigh, NC), for the recognition they received at yesterday’s General Managers meeting.
Kurt Kuhnle of Swift Creek was recognized for retention excellence – YTD turnover of 32.4%.
Rick Bastien of Raleigh was recognized for leading the region in both Sales and Pace to Budget performance. Rick also received a plaque of recognition for the tremendous ownership he shows each and every day!
Thank you both for your continued leadership and outstanding performances!
Guests & Staff Show Flair for Local Charity
Richmond, VA – June 24, 2016 – With help from guests and employees, TGI Fridays℠ of Swift Creek, Midlothian Virginia raised over $2,600 (in a single evening of flair) for the Autism Society of Central Virginia.
In a kickoff to the upcoming TGI Fridays World Bartender Championships season, bartenders and staff at the Swift Creek Fridays threw a bartender flair party showing off their bartending skills. Proceeds from this one-night event were donated to the Autism Society of Central Virginia, the local affiliate of the Autism Society of America.
“The event was a huge success and a testament to the continued support of our local communities from our dedicated guests and employees,” said Louis Quartochi, Vice President of United Restaurant Group.
About Autism Society of Central Virginia
Autism Society of Central Virginia is a local affiliate of the Autism Society of America. Founded in 1965, the Autism Society, the nation’s leading grassroots autism organization exists to improve the lives of all affected by autism.
About United Restaurant Group (TGI Fridays)
Headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, United Restaurant Group, LP, is the second largest franchisee of TGI Fridays. Starting with just two restaurants in 1993, the company has grown into a group of 28 restaurants in four different states—Virginia, Delaware, North Carolina and South Carolina. Core to the company’s mission is to be a valuable contributor in the local communities that their restaurants serve. This includes instilling a sense of community involvement and responsibility in all of their employees.
Fridays Featured in FLO RIDA Music Video
Check it out! We couldn’t be more thrilled to discover the fabulous Flo Rida’s AWESOME new music video “Hello Friday” ft. Jason Derulo, includes… TGI Fridays!
Fridays: One of 20 Best Kids Dishes
Parents magazine reviewed hundreds of options at America’s biggest sit-down and fast-casual chains, looking for kids’ meals containing higher-quality ingredients, creative use of fruits, vegetables, or whole grains, and reasonable levels of sodium and fat.
Only 20 items were selected, including…
Our all-natural chicken sandwich! Made without preservatives, growth hormones or additives, and marinated in lemon juice and light seasonings, the chicken is served on a special bun for gluten-sensitive kids. The sandwich comes with a choice of side, including fresh fruit, baby carrots or a side salad.
“It’s important to have high-quality, lighter choices for our Guests, especially for kids, and lighter doesn’t need to equate to compromise,” says Senior Director of Menu Development Dan Dillon. “When you have high-quality base ingredients – like our all-natural chicken breast and the marinade we make in house – they have their chance to shine even without sauces or glazes. Simply grilled and simply served.”
Kudos to our Culinary Team for leading the way in menu innovation!
You can read the full article on parents.com.