Shake Shack Inc. reported better-than-expected quarterly sales due to improved labor productivity resulting from a new workforce model. The burger chain achieved its highest labor sales per hour since 2019, indicating successful operational changes.
During the three months ending September 25, Shake Shack's same-store sales increased by 4.4%, surpassing analyst forecasts of 3.6% and showing significant improvement compared to the 2.3% growth recorded in the same period last year. This performance demonstrates the company's effective strategies in enhancing efficiency and customer engagement.