Can Smarter Kitchens Help Chipotle Protect Its Margins?
Key Takeaways CMG is upgrading kitchen equipment to cut prep time, reduce labor friction and boost productivity. New tools like a produce slicer and high-capacity fryer are part of a 2025 rollout to 100 restaurants. CMG is testing Autocado and a digital makeline to further drive efficiencies across operations.Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG) is doubling down on operational efficiency amid a challenging consumer backdrop. The company has increased its focus on modernizing kitchen operations to support lo ...