Colicchio Considers "Zoom Waiters" for Indoor Dining Reopening

The video discusses the challenges faced by the restaurant industry during the COVID-19 pandemic, including financial difficulties and the risks of reopening. It highlights the efforts of the Independent Restaurant Coalition in lobbying for financial support. The video also explores the future of restaurant spaces and the shift towards new dining norms, such as meal kits and Zoom ordering, to adapt to the current environment.

What is one reason the speaker believes opening a restaurant during the pandemic is not practical?

• Low rent costs

• Abundance of staff

• Limited seating capacity

• High demand for dining out

What is the speaker's main concern about opening restaurants too quickly?

• High rent costs

• Increased competition

• Financial losses

• Lack of customer interest

What is the Independent Restaurant Coalition lobbying for?

• More outdoor dining spaces

• The Restaurants Act for financial support

• A ban on new restaurant openings

• A reduction in restaurant taxes

How many people did independent restaurants employ before the pandemic?

• 15 million

• 5 million

• 20 million

• 11 million

What is one way restaurants are adapting to the current environment?

• Hiring more staff

• Reducing menu options

• Offering meal kits

• Increasing indoor seating

What is a concern for the speaker regarding indoor dining?

• Insufficient staff training

• Potential spread of COVID-19

• Lack of customer interest

• High cost of ingredients

What innovative solution is being considered to reduce contact in restaurants?

• Automated cooking

• Zoom ordering

• Self-service kiosks

• Contactless payment