White Castle, established in 1921 by Walter Anderson and Billy Ingram, is often credited with founding the modern fast-food industry. Anderson’s creative approach to food preparation, which began with flattening meatballs into hamburger patties, was driven by the need for faster cooking methods. The restaurant chain became known for its innovative practices, such as square burgers to maximize grilling space and a limited menu to enhance efficiency. Despite the productivity advancements made by White Castle, a recent study reveals that the restaurant sector has not seen productivity gains from 1992 to 2019, contrasting with trends in other industries.
Walter "Walt" Anderson’s introduction of the hamburger stemmed from a desire for greater productivity in food preparation, revolutionizing the fast-food industry in the process.
White Castle established key principles of fast food, introducing an assembly-line approach that emphasized efficiency, including square burgers and a simplified menu.
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