星巴克增设助理经理，旨在让门店运营更顺畅 金十数据6月11日讯，星巴克(SBUX.O)计划在其大部分美国门店增加至少一名全职助理经理，让门店经 理有更多空间专注于招聘和管理日程等任务。星巴克人力资源主管萨拉·凯利周二在拉斯维加斯举行的 星巴克活动上说，门店经理管理着大约18名员工，平均每年的销售额约为200万美元。据该公司称，目 前美国只有约20%的星巴克门店设有助理经理，而且这些职位往往是短期的。作为助理经理，他们将在 经理不值班或做其他工作时帮助管理商店。星巴克正努力扭转连续5个季度销售下滑的局面。首席执行 官布莱恩·尼科尔承诺将在门店增加人手，以加快服务速度，减轻咖啡师的压力，并对菜单和门店进行 改造，让它们更受欢迎。 ...

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Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q1 2025, EBITDA decreased to $54.7 million from $60.8 million in the same quarter last year [13] - Revenues increased by 4% to $214.8 million compared to $206.2 million in Q1 2024 [28] - Adjusted free cash flow was $14.6 million, down from $29.7 million in the prior year [30] - Adjusted diluted EPS for Q1 2025 was $1.03, compared to $1.33 in Q1 2024 [29] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Applebee's reported a 2.2% decline in comp sales, while IHOP posted a negative 2.7% in comp sales [13][32] - Off-premise comp sales at Applebee's increased by 3.7%, driven by promotions [13] - IHOP's house faves value menu contributed to traffic growth, outperforming the family dining segment [18] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The value mix at Applebee's increased from 28% to 34%, while IHOP's value mix rose from 16% to 19% [9] - Approximately 13% of IHOP's and 10% of Applebee's annual market basket is sourced internationally [11] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on three key priorities: elevating guest experience, enhancing menu and value programs, and better communicating brand value [7] - The dual brand concept is being expanded, with plans for 13 additional dual brands and 10 conversions this year [21][23] - The company is committed to remodeling Applebee's restaurants and has introduced an early adopter incentive for franchisees [31][75] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that consumer confidence has declined, affecting spending, particularly among lower-income guests [8] - Despite challenges, there was positive momentum in sales and traffic in March and April [9][94] - The company maintains its full-year financial guidance, indicating confidence in its strategic initiatives [35] Other Important Information - The company is actively monitoring global trade tensions and their potential impact on costs, with a small portion of market basket sourced internationally [10] - The company has implemented cost-saving initiatives resulting in over $14 million of annualized savings across both systems [34] Q&A Session Summary Question: Context on Applebee's performance in April - Management noted modest improvement in January, pressure in February, but a significant improvement in March that continued into April, driven by promotions and off-premise sales [41][42] Question: IHOP's same-store sales guidance - Management confirmed confidence in IHOP's guidance due to traffic momentum and successful marketing initiatives [50][56] Question: Value proposition at both brands - Management emphasized the importance of evolving the value proposition based on consumer feedback and market conditions [59][63] Question: Applebee's remodel package details - The remodel package is expected to cost between $200,000 to $300,000 per franchisee, with incentives provided for early adopters [72][75] Question: Average check growth expectations - Applebee's check increased slightly, while IHOP's check dropped due to a shift in product mix [77] Question: Operational simplification examples - Management highlighted improvements in ordering speed through technology and operational flow enhancements [81][84] Question: Future direction for Club Applebee's - The company plans to enhance Club Applebee's with more personalized marketing and exclusive offers for members [87][92]