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Commitment and Contingencies - Narrative (Details) $ in Thousands | Dec. 29, 2021 USD ($)
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Long-term Purchase Commitment [Line Items] |
Purchase obligation | $ 202,183
Kitchen Equipment Rollout For Franchise Restaurants |
Long-term Purchase Commitment [Line Items] |
Equipment purchase contract | 18,100
Purchase obligation, amount committed by the company | 5,700
Purchase obligation | 16,200
Kitchen Equipment Rollout For Franchise Restaurants | Accounts Payable |
Long-term Purchase Commitment [Line Items] |
Purchase obligation | $ 1,800

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