A viral theory suggests that lunch orders with masculine names receive larger portions than those with feminine names. TikTok creator Emily Joy Lemus tested this by placing identical orders at Chipotle under her name and the name 'Andrew.' Initial results showed a slight difference, but weight measurements revealed 'Tom's' bowl weighed 714 grams compared to Emily's 686 grams, indicating a significant gap. Reactions varied, with some confirming the bias, while Chipotle employees denied any influence of names on portion sizes, attributing differences to individual serving styles. Research supports potential unconscious bias in portions based on gender.
The theory that takeout orders with men's names receive larger portions than those with women's names was tested by TikTok creator Emily Joy Lemus, resulting in measurable differences.
During her experiments, the portion sizes ordered under the names 'Andrew' and 'Tom' were consistently larger than those ordered under her own name, with a difference of nearly 30 grams.
Despite the perceived differences in portion sizes based on names, some Chipotle employees and managers affirmed that they serve orders quickly and without attention to gender.
The existence of unconscious bias in portion sizes has been supported by research, suggesting that societal perceptions of gender may affect service experiences in fast-casual dining.
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