🤖 Restaurants Turn to AI for Smarter, Quicker Service

Your entire training program in one AI-powered platform

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🍽️ What’s Cooking?

Casual Dining Giants Face Financial Struggles

TGI Fridays, Red Lobster, and Hooters are all dealing with rising debt, poor sales, and declining foot traffic. Industry experts say outdated dining models and growing fast-casual competition are taking a toll. With inflation still affecting consumer behavior, more closures or bankruptcies could follow.​ ​Read more.

🃏 Running a Smoother Kitchen

Add a Weekly 'Prep-and-Review' Hour

Dedicate one quiet hour each week to prep station cleanup and a quick team check-in. Use it to restock essentials, identify repair needs, and talk through pain points. This small shift helps prevent last-minute chaos and keeps operations tight.

🚀 Scaling Up

Gen Korean BBQ Beats Targets, Eyes Global Expansion

Gen Korean BBQ hit nearly $200 million in 2023 revenue—well above expectations. Known for its interactive dining and value pricing, the brand plans to expand beyond its 37 U.S. locations with a global franchising push, starting in Southeast Asia. Read more.

🦾 Fresh Ideas

Restaurants Turn to AI for Smarter, Quicker Service

AI tools are helping restaurants speed up ordering, manage staff scheduling, and handle customer service. Automation doesn’t just cut costs—it improves accuracy and keeps service consistent. Operators are using AI to stay lean while meeting high guest expectations. ​Read more

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