JARS makes classic treats available in reusable dessert jars that are beautifully presented and easy to enjoy as part of a fast-casual concept. The first new location is set to open in Chicago later this year and it will serve up everything from cookies and cakes to pies, cobblers and tiramisu.
JARS is described as "a new, high-volume, fast-casual dessert concept leveraging the latest technology and labor-saving cooking techniques to produce high-quality treats, gourmet soft-serve ice cream, shakes and coffee drinks without the need for a commercial kitchen." Unlike some other popular dessert franchises, this one sets itself apart with the need for minimal labor and staff training, and no need for a full kitchen buildout or executive chef, all the while "providing high-profit margins at a low entry cost for qualified operators."
Fast-Casual Dessert Jars
JARS Serves Desserts in Aesthetically Pleasing Jars
Trend Themes
1. Reusable Dessert Jars - Brands can leverage the appeal of reusable packaging to offer aesthetically pleasing and eco-friendly dessert options.
2. Labor-saving Cooking Techniques - Innovative cooking methods can reduce labor costs and enable fast-casual dessert concepts to offer high-quality treats with minimal staff training.
3. High-profit Margins for Qualified Operators - Low entry costs and high-profit margins can appeal to entrepreneurs looking to enter the fast-casual dessert market with limited resources.
Industry Implications
1. Food and Beverage - Established food and beverage brands can explore partnerships with fast-casual dessert concepts to expand their dessert offerings and appeal to eco-conscious consumers.
2. Franchise - The low entry cost and high-profit margins of fast-casual dessert concepts can offer attractive franchise opportunities for entrepreneurs looking to enter the food industry.
3. Eco-friendly Manufacturing - Manufacturers of reusable packaging materials can capitalize on the growing trend of eco-friendly dessert packaging options and partner with food and beverage brands to offer sustainable packaging alternatives.