Behind the Scenes: Navigating Shake Shack's Supply Chain with Jeffrey Amoscato, Senior Vice President Supply Chain & Menu Innovation at Shake Shack

Farm to Fork: The Innovators with David Maloni

In this episode of "Farm to Fork: The Innovators," host David Maloni interviews Jeffrey Amoscato, the Senior Vice President of Supply Chain and Menu Innovation at Shake Shack.

Jeff shares his journey from culinary school to his current role, highlighting the importance of understanding the source and quality of ingredients. He discusses the unique blend of culinary expertise and supply chain management that drives Shake Shack's success. He denotes a thriving supply chain rooted in the culinary world, with a focus on the collaborative relationship between it and marketing that allows for the creation of authentic and innovative menu items.

The episode concludes with a focus on sustainability in any aspect of the food supply chain. It reinforces listeners to commit to sourcing sustainable ingredients, which extends to building relationships with local suppliers and supporting small farmers.

Thank you, once again, for tuning in.

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Timestamps

01:53 - Welcome To The Show, Jeff

05:29 - Humble Beginnings And Culinary School

08:58 - Mentoring as the stepping stone to any career

11:02 - Jeff’s Culinary Degree As A Unique Preparation Point For The Food Supply Chain

15:14 - Jeff Details His Apprenticeship In Italy: San Domenico In Imola

18:20 - Joining Union Square Hospitality Group And Officially Getting Into Supply Chain

24:07 - What Is Shake Shack?

25:12 - Shake Shack: The Brand, The Mission, And The Global Presence

28:34 - Roots In Fine Dining Morphing Into Fast-Casual Management

30:34 - Jeff Delves Into What Makes Shack Shake So Unique

31:29 - Jeff Explains How Long Tenure And Longevity Are Key To Shake Shack’s Company Culture

33:09 - The Inner Workings Of Shake Shack's Supply Chain

36:47 - The Importance Of Storytelling And Authenticity In Shake Shack's Supply Chain

40:48 - Commodity Pressures And Scaling While Maintaining Quality And Staying True To The Brand’s Identity

43:46 - Where Is Shake Shack Going As A Brand?

55:41 - What Sustainability Means To Shake Shack

57:04 - How Shake Shack Provides A Platform For Innovators To Present Ideas.

59:55 - Where Is The Supply Chain Headed?

1:1:40 - Wrapping Up

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