In this repurposed episode of the Wisking It All Podcast, Angelo Esposito interviews Gregg Majewski, founder and CEO of Craveworthy Brands. They discuss the journey of scaling restaurants, the importance of culture and leadership, and the innovative approach of Craveworthy Brands in the restaurant industry, including the use of virtual brands and shared kitchens to maximize efficiency and profitability.

In this conversation, Gregg shares his insights on building a strong team culture, the importance of employee growth and retention, and his leadership philosophy that prioritizes the well-being of his team. He discusses the challenges faced by the restaurant industry, particularly in terms of operational hurdles and pricing strategies, while also emphasizing the need for embracing technology to enhance customer experience.

Looking ahead, he outlines ambitious goals for Craveworthy Brands and the importance of supporting franchisees in achieving their dreams.

Key Takeaways

1. Consistency and Execution Are Key to Success: The importance of following a playbook and maintaining consistency across restaurant operations is emphasized. If every restaurant doesn't operate with the same standards daily, customers won't have a reason to return and spend money.
2. Investing in Team Development and Growth: A focus on building strong teams and empowering employees is critical. The goal is to prepare team members to excel in their roles and potentially grow into bigger opportunities, even if that means leaving the company.
3. Customer Experience and Throughput: Improving customer experience without sacrificing hospitality remains a core focus. Speed, convenience, and quality are essential to ensuring customer satisfaction and driving repeat business​.

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ABOUT GREGG MAJEWSKI:

Gregg Majewski has a vast amount of experience as a corporate executive in the restaurant industry. As the former CEO of Jimmy John’s, he played a major role in expanding the franchise from 33 to 300+ stores in just 5 years by surrounding the company’s marketing strategy around the innovative approach of delivering sandwiches and being “freaky fast”. Majewski has worked to develop restaurant concepts over the last two plus decades, before starting Craveworthy Brands in 2023, which currently includes a growing portfolio of restaurant brands. Craveworthy Media is Majewski’s gift back to the industry that has given him so much. The goal of Craveworthy is to inspire the up and coming industry leaders by providing important information, stories, and insights from titans past and present.

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