I think this is the leading edge of a very large scale implementation of simple robotics to eliminate the lowest level of human labor - repetitive, mindless tasks that do not require higher order human skills. We’ve all done these jobs at some time - in HS, working to make a buck while in college, etc. I mowed and landscaped at a shopping center the summer between HS and college. Utterly mindless work. While in college I worked a 3rd shift at UPS loading trucks. It paid very well, but was something that today could be mechanized easily.
In food service, taking out the human labor could provide more consistent quality, and reduce risk of contamination.
The $15/hr minimum wage crowd has no clue this is coming down the track. Good phreaking luck!
All the jobs my son did in high school have gone away also, although some to illegals - full service filing station, golf course maintenance, car washes. Did see a couple of new places where they wash and clean cars by hand lately and cars were in line at both places. Our local CFA now has teens taking orders in the drive thru lane. IMO slows down service but at least more teenagers now have part-time jobs and learning entry level skills.