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The Technomic Top 500: Another tough year for chain restaurants
Top 500 chain restaurant sales slowed again in 2025 as consumers cut back on dining, but sectors like coffee, beverages and snacks and chicken thrived

Derek Clayton serves as a Corporate Chef at Vitamix. In this role, he is responsible for product testing and recipe development serving various departments including product management, marketing, engineering, and sales teams. Prior to joining Vitamix, Clayton built a diverse culinary career throughout Ohio, most recently serving as the Corporate Chef for the Michael Symon Restaurant Group.