Operations
Focus on ops yields a strong quarter for Outback’s parent
Bloomin’ Brands cited a $50 million investment in kitchen and service enhancements as a key factor behind the positive Q1 comps for all four of its brands.
Operations
BJ’s sees an edge in ops revamps
The 204-unit casual chain intends to complete an overhaul of all its kitchens by the end of the quarter, while tweaking its delivery and takeout procedures and pushing into catering.