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COOKS AND CHEFS – SIGN YOUR WORK

Culinary Cues

Back in time, I remember a billboard in New York City’s Times Square that asked: “Would You Be Willing To Sign Your Work?” When we sign our work, we take full responsibility for it. “I What changes might occur in your operation if everyone was required to sign their work and take public responsibility for it?

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THE VALUE OF THE SCHOOL OF HARD KNOCKS

Culinary Cues

Some from each group have been (are) quite successful while others stumble along not quite sure what steps to take next. I was thinking the other day how we may be taking away from the opportunities that the school of hard knocks provides. Make sure the mop head is clean and changed frequently. Clean floors are happy floors.

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WHAT WOULD ESCOFFIER SAY

Culinary Cues

Looking back, Escoffier would probably admit, to some degree, that this was not the best approach and would encourage chefs and operators to build in this balance. It’s been 89 years since Escoffier stood in front of a range for the last time, yet his presence is still felt by professional cooks and chefs.

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ALL HAIL DISHWASHERS

Culinary Cues

If you doubt my belief – think about this: If a line cook calls out – we simply spread the work out among those who are present. A server doesn’t show up, we adjust the station chart and maybe change the timing at the door, but we figure it out. We dig in an get by. I rest my case. The dish washer!

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THE GREATEST THREAT TO AMERICAN RESTAURANTS

Culinary Cues

Thinking that the way to recover from the financial pains of a once in a century pandemic is to cut back on quality product and service and push the ceiling on pricing is short-sighted and ill-conceived as a strategy. Well then – what will? Try apathy on for size. It infects others who are easily convinced that it is the way it needs to be.

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DO IT RIGHT

Culinary Cues

I relish great restaurant experiences, take pride in the operations where I have worked, feel connected to nearly anyone who works in professional kitchens and restaurants, and admire restaurant folks who find comfort in being the best that they can be. Find out everything you can about your guests and potential guests.

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How Hygiene Can Bolster Restaurant Performance and Satisfaction

Modern Restaurant Management

Making your restaurant more organized can take a variety of forms, but one place to start is your hygiene workflow. Breaking up your workflow across front of house, back of house, and restrooms can help your staff confidently deliver a great meal and a memorable guest experience. Here are my tips for back of house: 1.