By 1808Delaware; Chipotle
For decades, the Waffle House sign has greeted I71 travelers approaching the US 36/37 intersection.
That restaurant gained a new neighbor recently with the opening of a brand-new Chipotle restaurant. It’s not just any Chipotle, mind you, but one which sports a new feature popping up across the country.
The restaurant boats the chain’s 100th Chipotlane, the brand’s drive-thru digital order pick-up lane.
The new restaurant, located at 7162 Longhorn Drive, will feature the brand’s open design, eco-friendly materials, and premium placement for digital pick-up shelves.
The opening comes as Chipotle continues accelerated growth announcing both the opening of its 100th Chipotlane and 10,000 new jobs. To support the brand’s growth, Chipotle plans to hire as many as 10,000 employees over the next few months, including hourly and salaried management positions as well as crew.
Of Chipotle’s 19 new restaurants that opened during the first quarter of 2020, 11 featured a Chipotlane, giving the concept a presence in 32 states. Chipotlanes are expected to be included in more than 60% of new Chipotle restaurants.
Due to an increase in digital business, restaurants featuring a Chipotlane require more staff than traditional Chipotle restaurants.
“Customers want convenience and appreciate the ability to personally retrieve their orders without leaving their car,” said Scott Boatwright, Chief Restaurant Officer. “With a dedicated team and kitchen devoted to digital orders, we need to continue to grow our workforce to support the increasing demand, especially in locations featuring a Chipotlane.”
