Jumbo Group has opened its fifth bak kut teh (pork ribs soup) outlet, and expanded seating capacity by 50 per cent at one of its seafood restaurants.

The restaurant group has launched the 1600 sqft  (148 sqm) Ng Ah Sio Bak Kut Teh outlet at Resorts World Sentosa. It features self-ordering and payment kiosks, and a system that encourages diners to return their trays after dining. Through these systems, Jumbo hopes to cut waiting time for diners, and also reduce the outlet’s manpower needs by about 30 per cent.

The group has also leased an extra 3500 sqft of space for its Jumbo Seafood (Riverside) outlet in Clarke Quay, which will enable its seating capacity to expand from 300 to 450. The new seating will be on the second floor, including five VIP rooms with a view of the Singapore River, and nine tables in the main hall to cater for corporate meals and events.