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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).</P>

**About Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc.**
<br>[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.</P>
 
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

Click [here](https://video.foxbusiness.com/v/6291318916001#sp=show-clips) to watch Dickey’s Barbecue CEO, Laura Rea Dickey speak on long-term effects of labor shortage and “unprecedentedly high prices in protein across the board”. During this time of increased pricing and a vast labor shortage, Laura Rea Dickey credits the depth of the Dickey’s Barbecue menu for its ability to weather the storm better than competitors. The company’s CEO says that in past, there has been a usual trend of a “reduction of demand and price in Q1” that has not been experienced in 2022 thus far. With many of the Dickey’s Barbecue menu items being affected by supply shortages and price increases, some by 16%, Laura Rea Dickey says a shift toward other menu items has had to occur, despite costs of goods being up all around. Laura Rea Dickey also speaks on the struggle of finding good workers during this labor shortage to serve the patient crowds of loyal customers; however, Dickey’s Barbecue has been heavily recruiting and providing support to locations to continue to serve up Legit. Texas. Barbecue. Watch the entire [FOX Business segment here](https://video.foxbusiness.com/v/6291318916001#sp=show-clips) and [find a store](https://www.dickeys.com/locations) near you for some delicious barbecue. 

Restaurants Currently Feeling Long-Term Effects of Labor Shortage: Dickey's Barbecue Pit CEO, Laura Rea Dickey

World’s largest barbecue concept’s compilation of recipes, cocktails, and tall tales is available now
 
DALLAS (Jan. 10, 2022) – After 80 years and three generations of passing down the Art of Great Barbecue, [Dickey’s Barbecue Pit](https://www.dickeys.com/) is giving fans a peek behind the kitchen door!

“Behind the BBQ: Recipes, Cocktails & Tall Tales,” Dickey’s second cookbook, is now available online through the [Barbecue At Home website](https://barbecueathome.com/collections/homepage/products/behind-the-bbq-cookbook). The Texas-style barbecue brand’s new cookbook was created with the help of Southwestern Publishing House and includes favorite recipes from Dickey’s family members, employees, franchise owners and more.

The cookbook is an ode to barbecue lovers, pit masters, Big Yellow Cup collectors and all the folks who have made Dickey’s Barbecue Pit the iconic brand it is today. Dickey’s prides itself as an American, family-owned barbecue restaurant brand that serves mouthwatering barbecue with a side of southern hospitality. By writing “Behind the BBQ,” Dickey’s is letting its loyal fans bring some of its southern charm and delicious tastes home with them.

Plus, “Behind the BBQ” is more than just a cookbook with exclusive, delicious recipes from the creators of Legit. Texas. Barbecue.™ The one-of-a-kind book also includes behind-the-scenes tales of life at Dickey’s that fans won’t hear anywhere else. 

“Behind the BBQ” transports Dickey’s stories, recipes and spirit from our table to yours,” said [Laura Rea Dickey, CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc](https://www.laurareadickey.com/). “We’ve been serving up delicious, slow-smoked barbecue for eight decades and we are thrilled to share those recipes as a way to say ‘thank you.’ We know our fans are always looking for the perfect barbecue recipes, and we’ve given them just that in this book. We’ve also got specialty cocktails and delightful appetizer recipes for those looking to host a party. We encourage our guests to bring these amazing recipes to life and create life-long memories with friends and family!”
 
For only $34.99, readers can become a pro in the kitchen and on the grill with easy-to-follow instructions with everything from barbecue sauce recipes to a beer can chicken recipe. The cookbook also includes classic barbecue side dishes and cocktail recipes. To order a copy and enjoy delicious food and juicy stories, visit the [Barbecue At Home website](https://barbecueathome.com/collections/homepage/products/behind-the-bbq-cookbook).

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](https://www.dickeys.com/promos/check-the-app) 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 Travis Dickey. For the past 80 years, Dickey’s Barbecue Pit has served millions of guests 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 they never say bbq. The Dallas-based, family-run barbecue franchise offers several slow-smoked meats and wholesome sides with 'No B.S. (Bad Stuff)' included. Dickey’s has over 550 locations across the United States and six other countries and is on track to have over 600 locations by the end of 2021.
 
In 2016, Dickey’s won first place on Fast Casual’s “Top 100 Movers and Shakers” list, was named a Top 500 [Franchise](https://topfranchise.com/products/dickey-s-barbecue-pit-franchise/) by Entrepreneur in 2018 and was named to Hospitality Technology Industry Heroes in 2021. Led by CEO Laura Rea Dickey, who was named among the country’s 50 most influential women in foodservice in 2020 by Nation’s Restaurant News and was recognized as one of the top 25 industry leaders on Fast Casual’s 2020 Top 100 Movers and Shakers list, Dickey's Barbecue Pit has also been recognized by Fox News, Forbes Magazine, Franchise Times, The Wall Street Journal and QSR Magazine. For more information, visit [www.dickeys.com](http://www.dickeys.com/). 


Dickey’s Launches ‘Behind the BBQ’ Cookbook Featuring Favorites  From Across the Brand

Nashville-style tenders, sandwiches and more now available for pickup or delivery through the world’s largest barbecue concept’s newest virtual brand

DALLAS (Jan. 6, 2021) – [Dickey’s Restaurant Brands](https://www.dickeys.com/) is bringing the Nashville heat with its fourth virtual brand — [Trailer Birds Hot Chicken](https://www.trailerbirds.com/)!

If you can take the heat, you’ve come to the right kitchen. Available for pickup or delivery, Trailer Birds offers bold, crispy, Nashville hot chicken with cooked-to-order levels of zero to hella hot sauce. Trailer Birds doesn’t come with any other bells and whistles because the bold flavor speaks for itself. With Hot Tenders, Hot Chicken Sandwiches, specialty tater tots and hand-cut fry options, Trailer Birds has you covered when the hot chicken craving hits.

“If you break a sweat, then our Trailer Birds Hot Chicken mission has been fulfilled,” said [Laura Rea Dickey, CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc.](https://www.laurareadickey.com/) “We’re thrilled to begin another journey of offering one-of-a-kind items through our fourth virtual brand. If you’ve got a hankering for delicious, spicy chicken, tasty tater tots and crispy hand-cut fries without all the chicken puns, Trailer Birds is the place for you. Our cooked-to-order tenders let every guest dial in their personalized hot-chicken level of heat. We can’t wait for our Dickey’s fans to try our hottest offerings yet!”

For 80 years, Dickey’s Restaurant Brands has focused on the food, not the fuss. At Trailer Birds, the same guiding principles are honored by serving Nashville-style food with over-the-top heat and no frills or gimmicks.

Trailer Birds offers combos for its Hot Tenders and Hot Chicken Sandwiches that come with an entrée, dipping sauce, side and of course a Big Yellow Cup. For savory sides, guests can choose from crispy hand-cut fries or tater tots with the option of seasoned, Cajun or hot, tots, mac and cheese, coleslaw or Texas toast. Trailer birds also offers Nashville Hot hand-cut fries or tots loaded with hot chicken and drizzled with jalapeño cheese and ranch. To satisfy your sweet tooth while your taste buds recover, add a chocolate chunk cookie, pecan pie slice or blonde brownie.

Guests can put their heat tolerance to the test by ordering Trailer Birds for curbside pickup, delivery through trailerbirds.com or through their favorite delivery service like UberEATS or catering on ezCater. To learn more, visit [trailerbirds.com](https://www.trailerbirds.com/). 

For more information on Trailer Birds or other Dickey’s brands, franchise opportunities please visit [franchise.dickeys.com](https://franchise.dickeys.com/request-more-info/). To learn more, follow Dickey’s Franchise 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](https://www.dickeys.com/promos/check-the-app) 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 Travis Dickey. For the past 80 years, Dickey’s Barbecue Pit has served millions of guests 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 they never say bbq. The Dallas-based, family-run barbecue franchise offers several slow-smoked meats and wholesome sides with 'No B.S. (Bad Stuff)' included. Dickey’s has over 700 locations across the United States and six other countries.
 
In 2016, Dickey’s won first place on Fast Casual’s “Top 100 Movers and Shakers” list, was named a Top 500 [Franchise](https://topfranchise.com/products/dickey-s-barbecue-pit-franchise/) by Entrepreneur in 2018 and was named to Hospitality Technology Industry Heroes in 2021. Led by CEO Laura Rea Dickey, who was named among the country’s 50 most influential women in foodservice in 2020 by Nation’s Restaurant News and was recognized as one of the top 25 industry leaders on Fast Casual’s 2020 Top 100 Movers and Shakers list, Dickey's Barbecue Pit has also been recognized by Fox News, Forbes Magazine, Franchise Times, The Wall Street Journal and QSR Magazine. For more information, visit [www.dickeys.com](http://www.dickeys.com/). 


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