California Fast Food Chains Replacing Employees with Robots
September 23rd, 2024Via: Daily Mail:
Chipotle has introduced two robots that can take over tasks normally done by its workers.
The ‘autocado’ can peel, stone and cut an avocado for guacamole in 26 seconds. Meanwhile, a ‘digital makeline’ portions up salads and bowls based on orders on the app.
The machines are part of an automation drive that Chipotle bosses hope will cut down the number of workers needed – slashing rising labor costs.
So, it is no surprise they are being put to use first in two of the Mexican chain’s restaurants in California, the company announced on Monday.
Recent legislation raised the minimum wage for fast food workers to $20-an-hour in the state.
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