What Makes Fast Casual Restaurants So Popular?

Welcome back to the Restaurant Technology Guys podcast! In this episode, Jeremy Julian, Chief Revenue Officer of CBS North Star, is joined by Jason Morgan, CEO of Original ChopShop. Journey through Jason's fascinating career from accounting to leading Original ChopShop, a unique fast-casual dining brand known for its diverse and healthful menu offerings. Learn about the innovative strategies, technological investments, challenges, and growth plans that have shaped the success and future of Original ChopShop. Tune in for an inspiring conversation full of insights into the restaurant industry and entrepreneurial growth. 00:00 Original ChopShop 01:06 Introduction and Guest Background 01:45 Jason's Journey in the Restaurant Industry 03:23 Original ChopShop Story 05:40 Unique Menu and Concept 08:02 Menu Development and Technology Integration 15:12 Breakfast and Expansion Strategy 17:41 Revealing Industry Insights 18:07 Company-Owned vs Franchise Models 20:09 Strategic Market Expansion 23:26 Challenges and Achievements 27:55 Signature Dishes and Personal Favorites 31:13 Catering and Off-Premise Strategies 32:57 Final Thoughts and Future Plans Connect with Us: Website: https://restauranttechnologyguys.com/ Twitter: https://x.com/RestTechGuys Facebook:   / restauranttechnologyguys   LinkedIn:   / the-restaurant-technology-guys   Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the Restaurant Technology Guys Podcast.