Culinary Cues

MAY 18, 2020

Know that the degree or certificate is more than an acknowledgement of the skills and knowledge that you have gained – it represents your level commitment and discipline that will serve you well. The restaurant industry is being hit extraordinarily hard, unlike any other time in recent history.

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7 Shifts

AUGUST 15, 2022

There are a lot of jobs available in the restaurant industry. If this is your first restaurant job, explain how other jobs and experiences lead you to your interest in the industry. What are the most important skills someone in this role should have? How do you think you embody the skills you just mentioned? Don't ramble.

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Culinary Cues

APRIL 10, 2023

We (those of us in the industry by choice) can no longer pass it off as the grumbling of a few, it is much more than that. Whenever I reached a wall in my career I simply re-assessed and found out what was lacking in my portfolio of skills. At first it was a minority, but the voices keep getting louder.

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Culinary Cues

JANUARY 8, 2021

Throughout history there are countless examples of those who ignore or seem paralyzed by the need to change as their industries or specific job descriptions evolve. In case you didn’t notice – I failed to mention anything about cooking skills – the act that attracted a person to the kitchen in the first place. Such is the case in 2021.

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7 Shifts

JANUARY 31, 2024

As complex as the role can be, these responsibilities—both written and unwritten—are easier to manage with the right skills (and the right tools). Being tech-savvy Technology is cementing its space in the restaurant industry. Mentorship You'll be responsible for making your team a positive, productive hospitality machine.

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7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

Restaurant skills. 20 Restaurant Skills You'll Quickly Learn on the Job : If you're not sure how to list working at a restaurant on your resume, check out the 20 most sought-after restaurant skills. Restaurant Lingo: FOH, BOH & General Terms : The restaurant industry is loaded with slang. FOH Resources. BOH Resources.

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Embrace the Suck

MAY 24, 2023

It's time to dust off your note-taking skills because we're diving into a four-step game plan to draw the crème de la crème to your restaurant, starting immediately. We're often our greatest adversaries in this industry, yet we also hold the potential to be our own saviors. You might have heard about the "war for talent."

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 25, 2024

Employee turnover is widespread in the restaurant industry, marked by an average annual rate of 79.6 Meeting the Moment through Workforce Education The restaurant industry’s low barrier to entry has long fostered a belief that employees are easily replaceable, but a tightening U.S. labor market demands owners rethink this notion.

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Perfect Daily Grind

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Alongside this, many develop a number of technical skills to help them succeed in their job role – as well as in the coffee sector more widely. However, the barista career journey in the specialty coffee industry is rightly a major discussion point. What skills does a barista need? What about soft skills?

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7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

It’s no secret that with a workforce mass exodus and rising minimum wages, the restaurant industry is long overdue for an overhaul of its business structure and compensation model. As a result we see a Magpie that is more cohesive, with a skilled team that works together to create a great experience for all of our guests.

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7 Shifts

APRIL 23, 2021

There's a labor shortage impacting the restaurant industry, made tougher by the pandemic. According to 7shifts' restaurant industry data , shifts scheduled are recovering at a slower rate than sales. Many workers are not returning due to personal safety concerns, and many have left the industry altogether.

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7 Shifts

AUGUST 2, 2022

Danny is also a founder of Enlightened Hospitality Investments , which invests in hospitality-driven companies across a variety of industries. You can train skills, but you can't change who someone is. Danny Meyer is the founder of Union Square Hospitality Group and Shake Shack , one of the most prolific restaurateurs of our time.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

For many, recruiting is a skill they’re not trained on and just one of a hundred tasks occupying their work day. This “luck versus skill” dynamic in hiring has multiplied staffing shortages in small restaurants and compounded the effects of the shortages.

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Culinary Cues

AUGUST 28, 2023

Of course, there are examples of terrible behavior and autocratic chefs, but they are not rampant throughout the industry – they are the exception, not the rule. The highest quality work requires attention to detail, multitasking, and well-defined skills; this takes time, commitment, and effort.

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Culinary Cues

APRIL 6, 2020

Since fire was first discovered – we have enjoyed and developed the skills to cook, eventually season, and finally plate prepared food to please other people. Cooking is one of the most admired and appreciated skill that allows the cook to express his or her history, traditions, ethnicity, and skill while engaging guests in a story.

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7 Shifts

APRIL 21, 2023

What comes to mind when you think of success in the restaurant industry? Maybe you started your role as a part-time gig and want to explore what the industry has to offer. In that leadership position, he created classes for managers on skills like leadership and cost control. Maybe you realized hospitality is your passion.

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7 Shifts

JUNE 8, 2020

7shifts’ 150+ employees come from various backgrounds and have worked in numerous industries—from video game design to healthcare. As we serve the restaurant industry, it's important to us that we prioritize candidates with previous industry experience. Andrea: “ I’ve worked in various positions within the industry.

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7 Shifts

JULY 14, 2021

At USHG we are looking for talent whose skills are divided 51-49 between emotional hospitality and technical excellence. We can all train each other how to do something, but there's an emotional skill that you either have or you don't, which is that you care deeply about doing something incredibly well,” says Meyer. Work Ethic.

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Culinary Cues

MAY 16, 2021

The ability to build a portfolio of skills, to transfer a vision to a plate, to discover and then control flavor profiles, to experience the joy of replicating your art on a plate even on a very busy night, and the connections made with like-minded cooks was (is) invigorating and incredibly rewarding. Does this bring back memories?

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Culinary Cues

MAY 1, 2023

Those who are despondent or downright angry with the industry, and I know there are many, may not understand or appreciate my words, but I stand by them. There are many reasons why I am so grateful for the decades I spent in front of a range. I could not think of a career more rewarding than being a cook and a chef.

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Culinary Cues

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

[] A STELLAR CULINARY SKILL SET. The skill set that he or she brings to the table will be as good as one might find in any segment of the food service industry. At the same time – the Club Chef will always seek to improve on and add to those skills. [] LIFE EXPERIENCES.

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Chowly

MARCH 14, 2024

Our recent conversation with Chip Klose , a seasoned veteran in the industry, offered a deep dive into navigating the complexities of the restaurant business successfully. Through these pillars, the Mastermind program equips restaurant owners with the skills needed for sustainable success.

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Airlines Sustainability Pricing Technology 111

Perfect Daily Grind

APRIL 23, 2023

For many in the industry, opportunities to develop their skills are invaluable. What skills do head roasters need? As with many other professions in the coffee industry, a head roaster needs to have a number of key skills to succeed in their role. A head roaster could work at a green coffee importer or exporter.

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Equipment Education Sourcing Employee Relations 148

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 15, 2023

Combining his passion for beautiful seasonal cuisine with a relentless work ethic, Deane is drafting a team-building playbook at Masgay, which also offers its employees housing options, worthy of note for chefs and decision-makers throughout an industry where “help” is hard to come by.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 27, 2024

The restaurant industry has very low retention rates , estimated at only 55 percent. Effectively resolving issues so all parties are satisfied is an essential skill for all managers. The restaurant industry has a lot of competition.

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Customer Service Loyalty Program Customer Experience Employee Relations 186

Perfect Daily Grind

MAY 9, 2022

For many baristas, a passion for high-quality coffee is one of the main reasons they work in the specialty coffee industry. But alongside this enthusiasm, baristas must also develop a broad range of technical skills, as well as knowing how to provide excellent customer service, if they are to be successful. Opportunities for growth.

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Gecko Hospitality

MARCH 10, 2023

While some advantages in leadership ability may come naturally to certain individuals, many of the most crucial skills and talents are developed through education and experience. Sticking to Traditional Work Hours: The hospitality industry is an ever-changing industry. The hospitality industry is full of great leaders.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 20, 2022

Amongst those who left their workplace, one-fourth of those were in the hospitality industry. By investing in your employees' development and career goals, your team members will gain confidence, knowledge, and valuable life skills. Look for additional ways to empower professional development and leadership skills.

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Perfect Daily Grind

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

However, just like many other hospitality sectors, the specialty coffee industry experiences high staff turnover rates. Nevertheless, it’s still vital that coffee shop owners are able to hire skilled and passionate baristas to ensure their businesses remain successful. Why is staff turnover so high in the coffee industry?

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 17, 2023

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), and there’s never been a better time to consider employing people with disabilities in the food service industry. The turnover rate in the food service industry hovers around 75 percent, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. .”

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Culinary Cues

MAY 13, 2023

If you want to build an understanding and even a level of competence with a variety of specific skill sets then clubs, resorts, and hotels may be the only place where that can happen. [] VOLUME: A very busy, well-branded restaurant might generate 5of 6 million in annual sales, where a club or hotel can easy boast four or five times that volume.

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Culinary Cues

JUNE 26, 2023

So here is the fascinating thing about the industry of food: there is plenty of room for each one of these categories and most businesses will welcome each with open arms. The food business is a tremendous industry will no shortage of challenges. all providing ample opportunities to find your passion and make a living.

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Culinary Cues

JUNE 4, 2023

Don’t b t people – if you don’t know, then say: “I don’t know”, and then work like crazy to find the answer and or develop the skill that you are lacking. Pick the operations to work in where you can learn the most, the money will come when you have the knowledge and skills that warrant it. Start immediately!

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Lavu

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

According to the National Restaurant Association 2023 Restaurant Industry Forecast , 9 in 10 restaurants are experiencing staffing shortages. The 2021 COVID-19 pandemic caused many people to leave the hospitality industry, and many have not returned. It may take time for the industry to recover fully and regain its workforce.

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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. Take responsibility for your own skill development and base of knowledge. If you don’t know – discover how.

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Uniforms 2000 Consumer Goods Small Business 315

Goliath Consulting

JULY 19, 2023

With over 30 years of experience in the industry, his new book, “ Keys to Being a Successful Restaurant Leader: A Guide to Skills and Behaviors Restaurant Managers Need to Succeed ” is an incredible resource for aspiring and current restaurant managers seeking to excel in their roles.

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Leadership Book Seasonal Menu Customer Experience 78

Sling

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

Effective retail management requires a vast array of skills. In a broad sense, those skills boil down to managing your time, managing your staff, managing their training, and managing change. We’ve created a guide to retail management including the specific skills you need to be successful as both a manager and a leader.

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