TAKEOUT Isn’t a Side Gig. It’s Your Unsung Profit Hero

Often regarded as a nice little add-on, your "takeout" program is actually a juggernaut – and if you're not treating it like one, you're leaving serious money on the table. In this episode, Bruce Russo and Diane Armitage unpack how COVID cracked open the takeout game and why the smartest operators never looked back. From revenue pods that streamline your to-go ops, to eliminating the chaos of drivers loitering at the front desk, they walk you through the real infrastructure of profitable takeout. This isn’t just about efficiency. It’s about building a revenue stream that runs like its own department – one that boosts volume, improves guest experience and doesn’t cannibalize dine-in.