Culinary Cues

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

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Culinary Cues

JANUARY 29, 2024

We speak of a time of unconditional commitment to the craft and the job – sacrificing all else for the plate of food in the pass. There are centuries of history behind the chef’s uniform – it is more than a requirement that many kitchens require, it is an honor and vehicle for showing respect and membership in an important club.

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Kitchen Safety Guest Recovery Uniforms Food Safety 381

Culinary Cues

JANUARY 15, 2022

Every person has needs that go beyond food, shelter, and clothing. Remember the feeling of belonging you experienced when you wore a clean, pressed, white uniform and apron? We (the food industry) need to point to a well-known quote from Anthony Bourdain: “When someone cooks for you – they are saying something. Bill Bradley.

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Culinary Cues

MAY 26, 2020

So the question is – where is the leadership in building such a plan? Where is the real leadership from professional organizations and from the communities where those restaurants reside? Why is there no universal strategy that helps restaurants collectively walk through the process of re-opening with confidence and uniformity?

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Kitchen Safety Leadership Food Safety Front of House 267

Culinary Cues

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Their chefs started them peeling vegetables, cracking eggs for breakfast, putting away food deliveries, and so on. Now, let’s get you in uniform and I’ll walk you through the kitchen.” Well, they started to pick up some cooking skills as they watched the action. From then on, the ball is in your court. Thanks, chef. You never know.

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Culinary Cues

JANUARY 15, 2020

I am entitled to mine as those perspectives have evolved over decades of work in the food industry with many fantastic people who come from a multitude of backgrounds, and who bring all sorts of issues and challenges with them. Those who only work for a paycheck are not likely to find a fulfilling career with food. Be a proud cook.

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Culinary Cues

DECEMBER 30, 2019

I have the privilege of working with many different restaurants and food businesses. The following provides some “food for thought”, maybe even a “look in the mirror” checklist for those who are drifting away from those initial goals. [] THINKING THEY CAN MANAGE THROUGH OTHERS. So why does it sometimes go wrong?

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