Shake Shack debuting hot, sweet LTOs

June 28, 2021

Summer is getting hotter and sweeter Thursday at Shake Shack when the chain debuts several limited-time offers, including the Hot Honey Chicken Sandwich, Hot…

Shake Shack names former Goldman Sachs exec as CFO

June 10, 2021

Shake Shack Inc. has hired Katherine Fogertey as CFO. She will be responsible for accounting and control, financial planning and analysis, operations finance…

Shake Shake featuring Pride shake

May 26, 2021

Shake Shack is showing support for its LGBTQ+ employees and guests by teaming up again with long-time partner The Trevor Project — the world's largest suicide…

Shake Shack: 'Get vaxxed to get free fries'

May 21, 2021

Shake Shack is expanding its vaccination promotion in New York to all Shack locations in the U.S., excluding airports, stadiums and ballparks, to encourage…

Shake Shack promotes chief people officer

May 5, 2021

New York City-based Shake Shack has promoted Diane Neville, formerly SVP of People Resources at Shake Shack, to the role of chief people officer.

Shake Shack providing more opportunities for women, people of color

April 29, 2021

Women now make up 53% of Shake Shack's overall workforce, and people of color make up 76%, according to the New York-based chain, which Thursday unveiled its…

Celebrating International Women's Day: Dickey's, Jack In The Box, Blaze among leaders featured

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Female execs, including leaders from Dickey's, Freddy's, Jack in the box and Blaze, talk about how they've handled discrimination and what they want Gen Z to…

From Shake Shack to Chipotle: 24 female execs on leading in 2021

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

In celebration of International Women's Day, FastCasual interviewed 24 female leaders on how they make their voices heard in an industry led predominantly by…

Shake Shack testing plastic-free straws, cutlery

March 3, 2021

In an effort to reduce its carbon footprint, Shake Shack is testing cutlery and straws made from AirCarbon, which has no synthetic plastics, PLA or synthetic…

Shake Shack raising funds to add drive-thrus, digital upgrades

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

March 2, 2021

Shake Shack is borrowing $225 million from private investors to pay for drive-thrus and other new store formats. The New York-based chain is offering $22…

Shake Shack migrating third-party delivery orders to own channels

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

With digital sales accounting for 60% of Shake Shack Q4 sales, the chain is hoping to move third-party delivery orders to its own channels.

Shake Shack collaborating with regional chefs

February 22, 2021

Shake Shack is partnering with well-known chefs and restaurateurs across the U.S. as part of its, "Now Serving: A Collab Series by Shake Shack." The series…

Shake Shack, Freebirds offering PTO for vaccinations

February 4, 2021

In an effort to encourage employees to get COVID-19 vaccinations, NYC-based Shake Shack and Austin's Freebirds World Burrito are offering workers paid time off…

Shake Shack launches Korean-style chicken sandwich

January 5, 2021

Drawing inspiration from South Korean flavors, ingredients and techniques, Shake Shack has added Korean-style fried chicken to the menu. Available through…

Shake Shack boosts pay, doling out bonuses

December 22, 2020

As a thank you to employees, Shake Shack has paid out nearly $6 million in additional pay this year, including a holiday bonus that ranges from $250 to $40…

Shake Shack on the digital track

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

December 16, 2020

Shake Shack is testing delivery in Miami through its app via an exclusive partnership with Uber Eats. The pilot program is the first time Shake Shack has…

Shake Shack reveals what's hot on the menu

September 23, 2020

Shake Shack Culinary guru Mark Rosati reveals that its hot chicken isn't the only spicy choice on the menu.

Shake Shack paying end-of-year bonuses

August 20, 2020

Shake Shack managers will be bringing home a few extra dollars. The chain said Thursday that it was awarding year-end bonuses to team members ranging from $25…

Shake Shack lands in Beijing

August 13, 2020

After making its Chinese debut last year in Shanghai, Shake Shack has opened its second location in the country.

Shake Shack's comeback plans: All-things digital

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Although Shake Shack shares were down 10% Friday morning after the chain reported Thursday that sales and revenues both dropped nearly 40% during Q2, CEO Randy…