Robots Won't Take Over Fast Food?!?

Recent reports about tech and American workers seem more optimistic if only because, for now, the machines seem to require at least some help in their ongoing search for Sarah Connor . . .

Technology plays several roles in food service, but the industry has seen the adoption of touch screens, AI-powered ordering and food prep machines over the last few years. And even more recently, it’s become more likely that a robot is playing a part in your food preparation or delivery.

They may take shape as your bartender, your server or your food delivery driver, but many are like the “collaborative” robots just rolled out in some Chipotle restaurants in California.

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Data, pilot projects showing food service robots may not threaten jobs * Missouri Independent

Pilot programs in several fast-casual restaurants have shown automation may not have a negative impact on jobs, a labor economist says.