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Jim Cramer of CNBC highlighted Chipotle's rapid expansion—adding over 300 new locations in a year—attributing part of their growth to AI-driven automation. Future plans include automating payment processes, food assembly, and even delivery.
What Does This Mean for Entry-Level and Specialist Jobs?
Jobs that historically served as stepping stones—cashiers, cooks, entry-level clerks—are being replaced. For teenagers and young adults, entry-level roles at McDonald's or retail outlets have traditionally been their first foray into the workforce. Now, as AI handles these functions, there’s a looming concern: what will the next generation do to gain initial work experience?