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Lisa Jennings

Executive Editor

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Lisa Jennings

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Operations

Sweetgreen makes progress toward profitability

Innovations like the fully automated restaurant and Sweetpass loyalty program are showing early signs of bottom-line results.

Operations

Chipotle is putting more workers on the front line to speed service

The fast-casual burrito chain is working to find the right balance between its customer-facing and digital makelines as it works to improve throughput in the restaurants.

Food

Calling for a French concept revolution

Nancy Kruse and Lisa Jennings talk about the boomlet of French restaurants and whether Americans can move past the era of gloopy onion soup and soggy-crust quiche.

Operations

The latest in restaurant worker benefits: Help buying a home

David Pisor's newly created Etta Collective has big plans for growth across multiple brands. That means recruiting and retaining top talent. Here's a perk he hopes will motivate people to develop their careers with his restaurant group.

Operations

The crazy, complicated story behind the collapse of Taps Fish House

In an ongoing saga, a Southern California restaurant group was brought to an end in a tangle of lawsuits, family disputes over money, bankruptcies, bitter accusations and finger pointing.

Workforce

Casa Bonita workers demand return to tipping

The iconic Denver restaurant isn't fully open yet, but workers have sent a petition seeking changes to pay and benefits.

Operations

Potbelly founder to build shops in Maryland as franchisee

Bryant Keil, who built a Chicago antique store into a chain of sandwich shops, has signed a 27-unit agreement to operate locations with his son Hampden.

Operations

Chipotle takes on first-ever international franchise partner

Alshaya Group plans to bring the fast-casual brand to Dubai and Kuwait, starting in 2024, with more growth planned for the Middle East.

Operations

Former José Andrés Group COO named president of Mina Group

Eric Martino will oversee operations for about 30 concepts around the world, including Bourbon Steak, Estiatorio Ornos, Bardot Brasserie and more.

Technology

Vebu Labs steals spotlight with Chipotle's avocado-peeling 'Autocado'

The startup shares a founder with Miso Robotics and is positioning to collaborate with restaurant brands that want to bring "smaller-risk" automation that is specific to their needs.

Leadership

Craveworthy Brands and Pizza Factory name new executives

Executive Summary: A roundup of high-level hirings and promotions in the restaurant business includes changes for Wingstop and PRIMO partners.

Operations

Chipotle tests avocado-peeling robot as potential guac game changer

Guacamole will still be made by hand, but the "Autocado" could speed the process and free up workers. Chipotle has also invested in the robotic company behind it.

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