Burlington / VT. (prn) Marking 18 consecutive quarters of growth, Bruegger´s Enterprises Inc. announced third quarter system-wide gross sales of 45,13 million USD; a 8,7 percent rise over the same period in 2007. Revenue for comparable sales grew 1,7 percent at company locations and 1,7 percent system-wide for the third quarter ending October 30, 2008.
«Bruegger´s 18 consecutive quarters of increased sales is a direct result of our commitment to a guest-focused business philosophy», said Bruegger´s Chief Executive Officer Jim Greco. «Fresh, wholesome meals at fair prices in a comfortable setting with memorable service, is what enables us to continue to grow in this challenging economy and our goal is to provide that experience each and every time».
During the third quarter, Bruegger´s introduced some new menue items and opened corporate bakeries in Darien (CN) and Philadelphia, as well as franchise-operated bakeries in Boca Raton and Las Vegas, bringing the total to 283 bakeries in 23 states and the District of Columbia. New bakery expansion will continue throughout the year in existing markets across the country with eight bakeries set to open in the fourth quarter.
About: Bruegger´s Enterprises Inc., an affiliate of Sun Capital Partners Inc., is a leader in the fast casual restaurant segment in the United States. Bruegger´s is dedicated to serving delicious, healthy food that brings guests back again and again. In 283 neighborhood bakery-cafes in 23 states and the District of Columbia, Bruegger´s offers a warm, comfortable setting for guests to enjoy a wholesome meal with family and friends. Famous for authentic boiled and baked bagels, Bruegger´s bakers lend their expertise to crafting a variety of baked breads. Founded in 1983, Bruegger´s is headquartered in Burlington, Vermont.
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