Star chef Chad Rosenthal channels his wildly successful BBQ and blues dinning experience for a brand new employment relief restaurant initiative. The Lucky Well Commissary will be dedicated to provide formal training, mentoring and employment to people who struggle with poverty in Philadelphia.
The Lucky Well team will seek out the assistance of local shelters and organizations in identifying and connecting with people who would benefit from the employment relief restaurant initiative. Individuals will be able to gain hands-on experience and develop technical and personal skills that are critical for a career in the hospitality industry.
The Lucky Well Commissary is scheduled to open in the Spring Arts District in the Summer of 2018. The location will operate as a full service bar and restaurant, but will also be a production, packaging and shipping site for the brand's signature spices and sauces.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Employment Relief Restaurant Initiatives
- Initiatives to inspire compassion and train the disadvantaged for the hospitality industry, making hiring a socially responsible activity.
- Formal Training Programs for the Disadvantaged
- Formal training and mentoring programs that effectively equip disadvantaged people with the technical and personal skills required for the hospitality industry.
- Product and Service Diversification
- The development of complementary and value-added products enhances brand recognition and revenue streams.
Where This Applies
- Restaurant Industry
- Employment Relief Restaurant Initiatives make hiring a socially responsible activity while ensuring a pool of trained staff for the hospitality industry.
- Non-profit Organizations
- Collaborations with non-profits to identify and mentor disadvantaged people helps in training and capacity building of needier populations.
- Food Manufacturing Industry
- Diversification into product complementation and extension of the Lucky Well brand name with spices and sauces will create incremental revenue streams and appeal to customers looking for authentic seasoning products.
