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TEST: Wooden Spoons

Ops Integration ProjectsTEST: Wooden Spoons

The Wooden Spoon Test at Cooper’s Hawk evaluates replacing metal teaspoons with disposable mini wooden spoons to enhance the guest experience while reducing silverware-related costs. The test focuses on guest perception, usability, and operational impact, including cleanliness, restocking, and overall cost savings. The objective is to determine if this alternative delivers a more elevated yet efficient experience that justifies broader implementation.

Stage
Test (Pilot)
Level
Level 3: Dept Project
Health
In Progress/On Track
Latest Update · Jan 19, 2026

1.19.26- Bryan: Test will continue for 6 additional months through July 2026 to get true DOE savings of Tea Spoons.Restaurants have not yet had to order Tea Spoons but the current estimates of savings from when test started are showing a DOE increase. Excel with DOE cost in attachments- [Wooden Spoon Comparison (002).xlsx

Department
Operations Integration
Strategic Pillar
3 OPTIMIZE PERFORMANCE
Executive Sponsor
Gina M
Owner
Bryan W
IT Dependency
No
IT Roadmap
Fiscal Year / Quarter
FY25 · Q3
Timing
P9 2025- P7 2026
Start Date
Sep 1, 2025
Target End
Aug 3, 2026
Budget
Status
In Progress/On Track
Status Updates · 2
10 months running
In Progress/On TrackJan 19, 2026

1.19.26- Bryan: Test will continue for 6 additional months through July 2026 to get true DOE savings of Tea Spoons.Restaurants have not yet had to order Tea Spoons but the current estimates of savings from when test started are showing a DOE increase. Excel with DOE cost in attachments- [Wooden Spoon Comparison (002).xlsx

In Progress/On TrackNov 20, 2025

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