Derivatives - Schedule of gains recognized in the condensed consolidated statements of earnings for the interest rate swap, presented on a pre-tax basis (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	4 Months Ended
Apr. 20, 2024	Apr. 22, 2023
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Abstract]
Total amounts of expense line items presented in the condensed consolidated statements of earnings in which the effects of cash flow hedges are recorded	$ 13,487	$ 11,589
Gain on cash flow hedging relationships:
Gain reclassified from comprehensive income into earnings	$ 789	$ 175

Total amounts of expense line items presented in the condensed consolidated statements of earnings in which the effects of cash flow hedges are recorded

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