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Chipotle Mexican Grill reported strong Q2 results for 2021, with revenues soaring 38.7% to $1.9 billion and a 31.2% increase in comparable restaurant sales. Operating margin rose to 13.0%, up from -0.4%, and diluted EPS jumped to $6.60, a 2,175.9% year-over-year increase. The company opened 56 new restaurants, enhancing its total to 2,853. Digital sales grew 10.5% to $916.5 million, representing 48.5% of total sales. The outlook for Q3 suggests continued positive trends amidst ongoing pandemic considerations.
Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG) is harnessing TikTok Resumes to attract Gen-Z applicants amid a competitive labor market. The company will also conduct its second "Coast To Coast Career Day" on July 15, aiming to hire 15,000 additional employees to meet rising demand. Applicants can schedule interviews and benefit from increased wages, with hourly rates now averaging $15. Chipotle has already hired over 82,000 crew members this year, with significant opportunities for career advancement.
Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG) has launched a promotional campaign during the 2021 Men's Professional Basketball Championship Series, offering up to one million dollars in free burritos hidden within its TV ads. The campaign began with Game 1, where 10,000 free burritos were given away, and will continue through subsequent games, with increasing quantities (up to 40,000 for Game 5 if necessary). This innovative approach builds on previous successful marketing strategies, engaging fans with a unique 'game within the game' experience.
Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG) announces a buy-one, get-one free promotion for in-restaurant entrees on July 6 from 3 PM to close at participating U.S. locations. This initiative supports the White House's vaccination campaign. Customers can redeem this offer by saying 'Friends BOGO' at the register. Additionally, from July 1 to July 14, Chipotle will support Folds of Honor through its app by allowing guests to round up their change for scholarships for families of fallen and disabled service members. For more details, visit the Chipotle website.
Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG) announced the launch of Rewards Exchange, a significant update to its loyalty program, on June 23, 2021. Members can now exchange points for over fifteen rewards, including free guac and drinks, enhancing rewards accessibility. To celebrate, Chipotle introduced the Chipotle Race to Rewards Exchange video game, where players can win prizes like a 2021 Tesla Model 3. The game runs for 48 hours, offering players points for gameplay and a chance to earn free chips.
Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG) is set to announce its second quarter 2021 financial results on July 20, 2021, at 4:30 PM Eastern time. A press release detailing these results will be available approximately 20 minutes earlier, at 4:10 PM. Interested participants can join the conference call by dialing 1-888-317-6003 for U.S. callers or 1-412-317-6061 for international callers, using the code 8008658. The call will also be streamed live on the company's investor relations website.
Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG) is celebrating Pride Month by launching the "Chipotle Queen of Pride" competition and a special Drag Lunch. From June 1-16, customers can order featured meals by drag stars Trixie Mattel, Kim Chi, and Gottmik, with $1 per entrée supporting LGBTQIA+ charities, totaling up to $15,000. A Drag Lunch on June 13 will be hosted by Trixie Mattel on YouTube. Chipotle has a history of supporting the LGBTQIA+ community, recently earning a 100 score on the Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index.
Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG) announced the launch of a new wellness platform called Strive in collaboration with Aduro, aimed at enhancing mental health among employees. The platform offers personalized 1:1 coaching, gamifies wellness experiences with rewards, and targets managerial and support staff starting June 2021. Chipotle is increasing its average hourly wage to $15 and implementing referral bonuses. On Mental Health Action Day, May 20, Chipotle will remind customers to support mental health, linking them to resources.
Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG) announced a wage increase leading to an average hourly wage of $15 by the end of June. This move aims to attract 20,000 new employees as the company plans to open 200 restaurants this year. Starting wages will range from $11 to $18 per hour. Additionally, Chipotle offers competitive benefits, including a $200 employee referral bonus and a unique career path to a Restaurateur position with an average salary of $100,000 within three and a half years.
