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Dickey's Barbecue Pit CEO Laura Rea Dickey talks Supply Chain Crunch

### Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurant CEO, [Laura Rea Dickey](https://www.laurareadickey.com/), says her labor force is down about 12% due to open positions “across the board”, including management and positions in the corporate office. -Fox Business Varney & Co

Labor shortage is being experienced everywhere; however, California is feeling the strain more than most. With over 550 locations, we have a labor shortage between 10-12% in the labor force across the company. CEO, Laura Rea Dickey combats the shortage by sharing job posts with people directly to try to reach out and hire individuals. The company has always paid above average minimum wage; however, there have been additional adjustments to add stronger benefits such as better health care options. Health care benefits have been extended to hourly employees instead of just on the management level; however, there is still the shortage percentage in the double digits. Now, this has been a common occurrence in many industries, especially experienced due to the pandemic. A major cause for this, according to Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurant CEO, has been healthcare or lack thereof. The struggle of the labor shortage has been felt exponentially; however, that has not stopped the barbecue chain from serving up delicious BBQ to its loyal customers. In fact, despite the labor shortage, Dickey’s Barbecue has seen an uptick in sales and [expansion](https://franchise.dickeys.com/blog/dickeys-restaurant-brands-closes-out-robust-growth-year-with-record-sales/). You can watch the entire segment of Laura Rea Dickey on Fox Business right [here](https://video.foxbusiness.com/v/6293384273001#sp=show-clips). 

“Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants getting creative to solve worker shortage problem” 

## World’s largest barbecue concept donates $7,500 grant for tactical robot to better protect local first-responders from high-risk situations

NEWARK, Ohio (March 21, 2022) – [The Dickey Foundation](https://www.thedickeyfoundation.org/) – the charitable arm of [Dickey’s Barbecue Pit](https://www.dickeys.com/) – is dedicated to being an active member of the communities it serves. 

On Wednesday, March 23 at 11:30 a.m. at Newark Police Headquarters (39 S. Fourth St., Newark, Ohio 43055), The Dickey Foundation will present a grant of $7,500 to help the Newark Police Department obtain a tactical robot that will keep its first responders safe during high-risk situations such as hostage rescues, armed and barricaded subjects, suspicious items and more.

In 2021, more than 70% of the Newark Police Department’s callouts involved a barricade or wanted person. With this new technology, the department will be able to safely communicate with individuals and transport mission-critical equipment.

“The Dickey Foundation is proud to give back to those in our local communities who put their lives at risk every day for our protection,” said [Laura Rea Dickey, CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc.](https://www.laurareadickey.com/) “We hope the Foundation donation helps inspire others to give and help support the police officers in their communities.”

To learn more, follow Dickey’s Barbecue Pit on [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/dickeysbarbecuepit/), [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/dickeysbarbecuepit/) and [Twitter](https://twitter.com/dickeys). Download the [Dickey’s Barbecue Pit app](https://www.dickeys.com/promos/check-the-app) from the [Apple App Store](https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/dickeys-barbecue-pit/id1288151925?mt=8) or [Google Play](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.olodickeysapp).

**About Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc.**
 [Dickey's Barbecue Restaurants, Inc.](https://www.dickeys.com/company/our-story), the world’s largest barbecue concept, was founded in 1941 by the Dickey family. For the past 80 years, Dickey’s Barbecue Pit has served millions of guests in 44 states Legit. Texas. Barbecue.™ At Dickey’s, all our barbecued meats are smoked onsite in a hickory wood burning pit. Dickey’s proudly believes there’s no shortcut to true barbecue and it’s why our name isn’t BBQ. The Dallas-based, family-run barbecue franchise offers eight slow-smoked meats and 12 wholesome sides with 'No B.S. (Bad Stuff)' included. Dickey’s Barbecue 550 locations across the United States and eight other countries.
 
Dickey’s was named to Newsweek’s 2022 America’s Favorite Restaurant Chains list and USA Today 2021 readers’ choice awards. Dickey’s won first place on Fast Casual’s “Top 100 Movers and Shakers” list, been named a Top 500 [Franchise](https://topfranchise.com/products/dickey-s-barbecue-pit-franchise/) by Entrepreneur and named to Hospitality Technology’s Industry Heroes list. Led by CEO Laura Rea Dickey, who was named among the country’s 50 most influential women in foodservice in Nation’s Restaurant News, was recognized by Fast Casual’s Top 100 Movers and Shakers list and honored by Dallas Business Journal. Dickey's Barbecue Pit has also been recognized by Fox News, Forbes Magazine, Franchise Times, The Dallas Morning News, The Wall Street Journal, People Magazine and QSR Magazine. Dickey’s Barbecue is part of Dickey’s Restaurant Brands which has more than 700 restaurants nationwide including brands Wing Boss, Trailer Birds, Big Deal Burger and bbqathome.com. DRB is led by CEO Roland Dickey Jr. For more information, visit [www.dickeys.com](http://www.dickeys.com/).

The Dickey Foundation Makes Donation to Newark Police Department

## World’s largest barbecue concept launches newest core menu item statewide, including three locations in Wyoming

DALLAS (Feb. 2, 2022) – After 80 years and three generations of passing down the Art of Great Barbecue, Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is once again elevating its core menu by offering crispier and even more flavorful hand-cut fries as part of the company’s phased, system wide rollout in 2022. 

Beginning January 12, customers across Colorado can visit any [Dickey’s Barbecue Pit](https://www.dickeys.com/) and snag the newest core menu item when they want to satisfy their Texas-style barbecue craving. Hand-cut fries are also now available at three Dickey’s locations in Wyoming (1400 Dell Range Blvd., Ste 085A, Cheyenne, WY; 2410 Grand Ave., Laramie, WY; 804 E. 2nd St., Gillette, WY).

Trust us, these aren’t your regular French fries. Dickey’s takes it up a notch, as the fries are cut fresh in store each day – making them even more flavorful than just your average manufactured product. You’ll never search for “French fries near me” again after you try these. As part of the phased, system-wide rollout, the brand is also introducing new paper fry bags instead of plastic. The new paper bag absorbs moisture, keeping fries piping HOT to enjoy whether you are eating in the restaurant or on the-go. 

“We are thrilled to now offer hand-cut fries as a new core menu item across the state of Colorado and in select Wyoming locations,” said [Laura Rea Dickey, CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants](https://www.laurareadickey.com/), Inc. “We are committed to serving only the highest-quality products, and we’ve given our fans just that. Our hand-cut fries are truly the best fry you’ll ever eat and makes perfect sense to put this top-notch product on the Dickey’s menu. We hope you enjoy just as much as we do!”
 
To learn more about Dickey’s, follow Dickey’s Barbecue Pit on [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/dickeysbarbecuepit/), [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/dickeysbarbecuepit/) and [Twitter](https://twitter.com/dickeys). Download the [Dickey’s Barbecue Pit app](https://www.dickeys.com/promos/check-the-app) from the [Apple App Store](https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/dickeys-barbecue-pit/id1288151925?mt=8) or [Google Play](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.olodickeysapp).

About Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. 
[Dickey's Barbecue Restaurants, Inc.](https://www.dickeys.com/company/our-story), the world’s largest barbecue concept, was founded in 1941 by the Dickey family. For the past 80 years, Dickey’s Barbecue Pit has served millions of guests in 44 states Legit. Texas. Barbecue.™ At Dickey’s, all our barbecued meats are smoked onsite in a hickory wood burning pit. Dickey’s proudly believes there’s no shortcut to true barbecue and it’s why our name isn’t BBQ. The Dallas-based, family-run barbecue franchise offers eight slow-smoked meats and 12 wholesome sides with 'No B.S. (Bad Stuff)' included. Dickey’s Barbecue has 550 locations across the United States and eight other countries.
 
Dickey’s was named to Newsweek’s 2022 America’s Favorite Restaurant Chains list and USA Today 2021 readers’ choice awards. Dickey’s won first place on Fast Casual’s “Top 100 Movers and Shakers” list, been named a Top 500 [Franchise](https://topfranchise.com/products/dickey-s-barbecue-pit-franchise/) by Entrepreneur and named to Hospitality Technology’s Industry Heroes list. Led by CEO Laura Rea Dickey, who was named among the country’s 50 most influential women in foodservice in Nation’s Restaurant News, was recognized by Fast Casual’s Top 100 Movers and Shakers list and honored by Dallas Business Journal. Dickey's Barbecue Pit has also been recognized by Fox News, Forbes Magazine, Franchise Times, The Dallas Morning News, The Wall Street Journal, People Magazine and QSR Magazine. Dickey’s Barbecue is part of Dickey’s Restaurant Brands which has more than 700 restaurants nationwide including brands Wing Boss, Trailer Birds, Big Deal Burger and bbqathome.com. DRB is led by CEO Roland Dickey Jr. For more information, visit [www.dickeys.com](http://www.dickeys.com/).

Dickey’s Introduces Hand-cut Fries Across It’s Colorado Locations

Say “’Cue Complete Me” with a Dickey’s Restaurant Brands gift card and get a $10 Bonus Card for every $30 e-gift card purchase
 
DALLAS (Feb. 3, 2022) – [Dickey’s Restaurant Brands](https://dickeysrestaurantbrands.com/) is making it easy to find the perfect gift this Valentine’s Day for the favorite foodie or barbecue fanatic in your life. 

Don’t miss out on the perfect Valentine's Day Gift Card from the largest barbecue restaurant chain in the world. From February 6 to February 14, the iconic barbecue concept is offering a $10 Bonus Card for every $30 e-gift card purchased. Barbecue lovers across the country can go to dickeys.myguestaccount.com/guest/egift to purchase the Dickey’s Restaurant Brands universal e-gift cards available in fun designs, including a new Valentine’s Day themed gift card.  

These online Valentine’s Day gift cards can be redeemed at any Dickey’s Restaurant Brand, [Dickey’s Barbecue Pit](https://www.dickeys.com/), [Wing Boss](https://www.wingboss.com/), [Big Deal Burger](https://www.bigdealburgerco.com/), and Dickey’s Restaurant Brands’ newest concept, [Trailer Birds Hot Chicken](https://www.trailerbirds.com/). Bonus Cards are valid from March 1 – March 31, 2022. 

“The Dickey’s Restaurant brands’ universal gift card is the perfect Valentine’s Day gift for the adventurous foodie in your life,” said [Laura Rea Dickey, CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc.}(https://www.laurareadickey.com/) “What better way to say ‘I love you’ than by taking advantage of this incredible deal and give the loved ones in your life the opportunity to try some quality Dickey’s barbecue recipes or an array of mouthwatering dishes our new brands have to offer!”

The Dickey’s Restaurant Brands universal gift card is available to purchase in all Dickey’s restaurants, on Dickey’s website, in 92 Costco stores nationwide, and many other big box retailers. 

To learn more about Dickey’s, follow Dickey’s Barbecue Pit on [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/dickeysbarbecuepit/), [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/dickeysbarbecuepit/) and [Twitter](https://twitter.com/dickeys). Download the [Dickey’s Barbecue Pit app](https://www.dickeys.com/promos/check-the-app) from the [Apple App Store](https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/dickeys-barbecue-pit/id1288151925?mt=8) or [Google Play](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.olodickeysapp).


##### About Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc.
[Dickey's Barbecue Restaurants, Inc.](https://www.dickeys.com/company/our-story), the world’s largest barbecue concept, was founded in 1941 by the Dickey family. For the past 80 years, Dickey’s Barbecue Pit has served millions of guests in 44 states Legit. Texas. Barbecue.™ At Dickey’s, all our barbecued meats are smoked onsite in a hickory wood burning pit. Dickey’s proudly believes there’s no shortcut to true barbecue and it’s why our name isn’t BBQ. The Dallas-based, family-run barbecue franchise offers eight slow-smoked meats and 12 wholesome sides with 'No B.S. (Bad Stuff)' included. Dickey’s Barbecue 550 locations across the United States and eight other countries.
 
Dickey’s was named to Newsweek’s 2022 America’s Favorite Restaurant Chains list and USA Today 2021 readers’ choice awards. Dickey’s won first place on Fast Casual’s “Top 100 Movers and Shakers” list, been named a Top 500 [Franchise](https://topfranchise.com/products/dickey-s-barbecue-pit-franchise/) by Entrepreneur and named to Hospitality Technology’s Industry Heroes list. Led by CEO Laura Rea Dickey, who was named among the country’s 50 most influential women in foodservice in Nation’s Restaurant News, was recognized by Fast Casual’s Top 100 Movers and Shakers list and honored by Dallas Business Journal. Dickey's Barbecue Pit has also been recognized by Fox News, Forbes Magazine, Franchise Times, The Dallas Morning News, The Wall Street Journal, People Magazine and QSR Magazine. Dickey’s Barbecue is part of Dickey’s Restaurant Brands which has more than 700 restaurants nationwide including brands Wing Boss, Trailer Birds, Big Deal Burger and bbqathome.com. DRB is led by CEO Roland Dickey Jr. For more information, visit [www.dickeys.com](dickeys.com).


Treat Your Loved Ones this Valentine’s Day with the Gift of Delicious Options 

### World’s largest barbecue concept celebrates National Cheese Lovers Day with their creamy Poblano Queso

DALLAS (Jan. 20, 2022) – In honor of National Cheese Lovers Day on Thursday, Jan. 20, [Dickey’s Barbecue Pit](https://www.dickeys.com/quote/order-menu) is inviting guests to try its twist on an American comfort food favorite with their creamy Poblano Queso.

Guests can try Dickey’s mouthwatering, Texas-style Poblano Queso as part of its recently launched Brisket Chili Walking Taco, as an individual side item (4 oz. serving) or as a premium topper on an assortment of mouthwatering sandwiches. The possibilities are endless!

Turning shredded cheese into melted queso is delicious, but sometimes a pain to do yourself. Well, you can put your cheese grater down because the world’s largest barbecue franchise that’s 80-years in the making uses a combination of mild and creamy white cheeses, roasted poblano peppers, and signature seasoning to create their wildly popular Poblano Queso. 

“Dickey’s is calling all cheese lovers in honor of National Cheese Lovers Day. A lot of brands sell queso, but our fan favorite Poblano Queso is truly one-of-a-kind, and we’re thrilled to offer guests this delicious menu item as a way to help satisfy when your cheese craving hits!” said [Laura Rea Dickey, CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc.](https://www.laurareadickey.com/)

Dickey’s Poblano Queso is available to order in-store, on dickeys.com and the Dickey’s app. 

To learn more about Dickey’s, follow Dickey’s Barbecue Pit on [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/dickeysbarbecuepit/), [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/dickeysbarbecuepit/) and [Twitter](https://twitter.com/dickeys). Download the [Dickey’s Barbecue Pit app](https://www.dickeys.com/promos/check-the-app) from the [Apple App Store](https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/dickeys-barbecue-pit/id1288151925?mt=8) or [Google Play](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.olodickeysapp).

About Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. 
[Dickey's Barbecue Restaurants, Inc.](https://www.dickeys.com/company/our-story), the world’s largest barbecue concept, was founded in 1941 by the Dickey family. For the past 80 years, Dickey’s Barbecue Pit has served millions of guests in 44 states Legit. Texas. Barbecue.™ At Dickey’s, all our barbecued meats are smoked onsite in a hickory wood burning pit. Dickey’s proudly believes there’s no shortcut to true barbecue and it’s why our name isn’t BBQ. The Dallas-based, family-run barbecue franchise offers eight slow-smoked meats and 12 wholesome sides with 'No B.S. (Bad Stuff)' included. Dickey’s Barbecue has 550 locations across the United States and eight other countries.
 
Dickey’s was named to Newsweek’s 2022 America’s Favorite Restaurant Chains list and USA Today 2021 readers’ choice awards. Dickey’s won first place on Fast Casual’s “Top 100 Movers and Shakers” list, been named a Top 500 [Franchise](https://topfranchise.com/products/dickey-s-barbecue-pit-franchise/) by Entrepreneur and named to Hospitality Technology’s Industry Heroes list. Led by CEO Laura Rea Dickey, who was named among the country’s 50 most influential women in foodservice in Nation’s Restaurant News, was recognized by Fast Casual’s Top 100 Movers and Shakers list and honored by Dallas Business Journal. Dickey's Barbecue Pit has also been recognized by Fox News, Forbes Magazine, Franchise Times, The Dallas Morning News, The Wall Street Journal, People Magazine and QSR Magazine. Dickey’s Barbecue is part of Dickey’s Restaurant Brands which has more than 700 restaurants nationwide including brands Wing Boss, Trailer Birds, Big Deal Burger and bbqathome.com. DRB is led by CEO Roland Dickey Jr. For more information, visit [www.dickeys.com](http://www.dickeys.com/).


Dickey’s Celebrates National Cheese Lovers Day in True Texas Style

(Boca Raton, FL) Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is throwing a smokin’ hot celebration at their Boca Raton location on Friday, December 14 at 11 a.m. Roland Dickey,
Sr., chairman of Dickey’s Barbecue and author of “Mr. Dickey’s Barbecue Cookbook” will be at the event, giving the first 50 people a copy of his cookbook.

 “Mr. Dickey is a true Texas pit master and having him host our grand opening is such a privilege,” said Boca Raton owner Carol Vu. “I can’t wait for Boca Raton to meet him!”


 At the grand opening, customers will indulge in $1 Pulled Pork Big Barbecue sandwiches from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Join the celebration at 21073 Powerline Road between Glades Road and Palmetto Park. For
 more information call the store at 561-288-3490.


 “This has been an exciting time for us,” said Vu. “Just a few months ago I was in Barbecue University and now I’m serving authentic pit smoked barbecue to my local community.”


 Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is building momentum all over the state of Florida. Currently, the world’s largest barbecue franchise has eight locations in Florida and is planning on adding at least two
 more locations in the coming months.

Mr. Dickey Joins the Party at Dickey’s in Boca Raton

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