Culinary Cues

APRIL 15, 2023

Cafés and Bistros should be able to dip into a cache of “extra” money to pay for the entrance fee and since it is thought that restaurants make significant profits from the food they sell, then those deep discounts will be easy to swallow. If you are not in the restaurant business, then maybe this sounds reasonable. We would love that.

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Hot Schedules

AUGUST 10, 2021

Protecting Your Customers: How to Scale Your Food Safety Culture Across Multiple Locations. While employees know they play a crucial role in food (and ultimately guest) safety, when a 45-minute wait forces everyone to rush, things learned in food safety training can quickly fall to back-of-mind to an undisciplined staff.

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Culinary Cues

DECEMBER 28, 2021

As you pan your eyes through the kitchen you are able to take in the magic that had taken place before your arrival and know how important it will be for you to continue to teach and train. PLAN BETTER – TRAIN HARDER. Many of these professional cooks started out just like you as a dishwasher or commis to a prep cook.

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Culinary Cues

APRIL 3, 2020

[] CUSTOMERS ARE CONCERNED ABOUT THE SAFETY OF THE FOOD THEY ORDER. Possible strategy: Be proactive with a well defined, enhanced sanitation and food handling protocol for your restaurant and relay this information to your guests. Let your customers know that safety and sanitation is your most important job.

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Harbor Touch

MARCH 18, 2025

Hire the Right People and Train Them Well Finding top talent is like casting a winning team. Training locks in that potential. The National Restaurant Association found well-trained staff stay 30% longer. Training builds a stronger team. Food Safety News says 60% of diners now prefer this option for speed and safety.

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Culinary Cues

SEPTEMBER 26, 2020

Engage them, trust them, encourage them, excite them and give them an opportunity to help far beyond preparing a plate of food or delivering it to the table. They see those hesitant customers walking into a restaurant (or not) while scanning the environment for masks, distancing, and proper safety protocol. PLAN BETTER – TRAIN HARDER.

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7 Shifts

MAY 11, 2020

Update your restaurant policies and operating procedures In order to reopen your restaurant safely and successfully, you’ll need to update your restaurant’s policies and operating procedures to comply with the latest safety guidance provided by the FDA, CDC, and your local government. Social distancing and protective equipment ??

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Culinary Cues

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

So choose where you want to sit and lets jump on the speculation train. [] NOURISH AND PROVIDE SUSTENANCE: Without a doubt – one of the primary purposes of a restaurant and one that supports the defined needs of a guest is to fill their stomachs. Of, course the food must be tasty and appealing at some level and above all else – consistent.

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Culinary Cues

JANUARY 15, 2022

Every person has needs that go beyond food, shelter, and clothing. We (the food industry) need to point to a well-known quote from Anthony Bourdain: “When someone cooks for you – they are saying something. Of course, we require those important things to survive, but survival to the average person is never enough.

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Culinary Cues

APRIL 26, 2020

White tablecloth restaurants and food trucks will benefit from the exact same end result – you need to make people stand up and pay attention – you want them to stand on a soap box and shout for everyone else to hear: “THIS IS INCREDIBLE”! Benjamin Franklin. [] TRUST AND SAFETY.

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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. Certainly, the restaurant and the chef have a responsibility to train, but the individual cook can take that training to a new level if they are willing to seek out every opportunity to learn and grow.

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Goliath Consulting

OCTOBER 19, 2020

DELIVERY: Food deliveries have soared in the past couple of months. Decreasing on-premise sales, social distancing and the new work-from-home lifestyle have all contributed to consumers opting to have their food delivered than dining in. This is now the new norm, and we know that some of these changes are here to stay.

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7 Shifts

JANUARY 31, 2024

It's up to the restaurant manager to maintain a warm, welcoming atmosphere and train staff to do the same. Inventory management Managers need to ensure the kitchen is stocked with the right amount of food so that nothing is wasted and as few items need to be 86'ed as possible. This part of the job is arguably the most multi-faceted.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 2, 2020

They include PepsiCo, Uber Eats, Constellation Brands, Moët Hennessy USA, Robin Hood Foundation, Ecolab, Cargill, Boston Beer Company, Shift4 Payments, P&G Professional, Ventura Foods, United HealthCare, The Elliot Group, Davis Wright Tremaine LLP, and the Light Foundation. ” The BOHA! restaurants.

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7 Shifts

JULY 10, 2020

Pssst, if this is your first opening, check out our blog on How to Start a Restaurant! ] Consider food costs, labor costs, and cost of marketing your reopening. Plan your budget to include food costs, labor costs, operating costs, marketing costs, and any extra costs such as for party favors and special decor. Set a budget ??

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7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Food Service Skills For Your Resume. 5 Restaurant & Food Service Skills for Your Resume. Health, Allergen, and Food Safety Training and Certifications. Commercial kitchen equipment safety. Food allergies. Food Service, Kitchen, & Hospitality Tech. Cooking and Food Preparation.

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Culinary Cues

MAY 4, 2022

The end result of great food, satisfied guests, and a profitable restaurant rests on the shoulders of the group working in unison. PLAN BETTER – TRAIN HARDER. www.harvestamericacues.com BLOG. Be proud of this and act and look in a manner that pays respect to that history. You are the new ambassadors for an industry.

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Culinary Cues

JULY 31, 2023

8) GUEST’S TRUST IN YOUR FOOD SAFETY MEASURES – DON’T LET THEM DOWN: Working clean and understanding the proper way to safely handle food is not a directive it is a personal responsibility that every cook shares. 11) GREAT FOOD WITHOUT GREAT SERVICE IS HARD TO SWALLOW: End this friction between front and back of the house.

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Culinary Cues

APRIL 1, 2024

They could not take any chances when it came to the safety of the second person in line of succession to the presidency. He never even took one bite of the food that I prepared. He ordered food at all hours with uninspired requests for poached eggs and peanut butter and banana sandwiches.

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Culinary Cues

JUNE 16, 2023

Shawn started in garde manger where he learned about cheese, fruits he had only heard of the presentation of food for the eye, and how to let ingredients speak for themselves. At the same time, his after-hours studies helped him to understand food safety and sanitation, the “why” behind cooking methods, and the history of the profession.

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Culinary Cues

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Those months when food cost percentages were out of whack, and labor cost efficiency was 10 percent higher than budget helped me to know where to look for problems in the future. I am especially grateful for the attention paid to sanitation, food safety, and organization. For that I am eternally grateful.

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7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

You can go onto your camera app and press record, and record something that's less than 60 seconds of who you are, what you do, what you're doing for COVID-19 safety, why you're reopening, why you care about the community, why it's important that somebody comes and buys gift cards, whatever you're doing. But what can you do? Why texting?

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7 Shifts

JULY 24, 2020

Topics: Hospitality; hiring and training staff; building workplace culture. ?? One thing’s for sure, Kitchen Confidential will whet your appetite for great food and reignite the burning passion one must have to create a restaurant that pushes the boundaries. 90% of restaurants fail, and it’s not because of poor food.

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The Restaurant Group

DECEMBER 8, 2024

Introduction to Food Waste in Restaurants Food waste is a significant challenge for the restaurant industry, impacting both the environment and profitability. Understanding how to reduce food waste in restaurants is the first step toward sustainable and cost-effective operations.

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Culinary Cues

MARCH 23, 2020

If we push aside much of the chatter and get down to the necessities in life that are food, shelter, clothing, health, family, communication and trust that rise to the top of the priority list. Drop off dry goods to your local food pantry if you have more than you need. Food is an immediate need in times of crisis.

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Wasserstrom

JUNE 10, 2024

As more young workers enter professional kitchens this summer, it’s important to consider their aptitude for safety. And in the fast food segment, that number rises even higher. Why Do Teens Require Special Safety Training?

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Culinary Cues

DECEMBER 8, 2020

Through his on-going training rotation Alex felt himself grow into each position, earn respect from his peers, and slowly become a very good and extremely valuable member of the restaurant kitchen team. You may have wondered why I put you back in the dish area after two years of cooks training. PLAN BETTER – TRAIN HARDER.

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Hot Schedules

AUGUST 10, 2021

Protecting Your Customers: How to Scale Your Food Safety Culture Across Multiple Locations. While employees know they play a crucial role in food (and ultimately guest) safety, when a 45-minute wait forces everyone to rush, things learned in food safety training can quickly fall to back-of-mind to an undisciplined staff.

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Restaurant365

AUGUST 21, 2020

Successful restaurant owners and operators don’t just provide great food. For food service and hospitality in particular, an essential part of the guest experience is the interaction with employees. There are many potential safety issues in restaurants, from kitchen injuries to sanitation problems. ServSafe Certifications.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 12, 2020

As restaurants around the country look towards reopening, Edward Lee and Lindsey Ofcacek, director of The LEE Initiative are committed to helping reset the supply chains for farmers and restaurant operators who are committed to sustainable food. ” US Foods Donates More Than $10 Million. U S Foods Holding Corp.

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360Training

DECEMBER 11, 2019

If you’re interested in a career in the restaurant industry, but don’t know where to start, this blog post is for you. Obviously, servers are tasked with waiting on specific tables, providing them food and drinks as requested. If you are looking to get hired as a restaurant manager, get certified in food safety.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 9, 2020

Brands and The Habit, Chase and DoorDash, Waitr, Local Foods, C3 Signature, Pudu Tech, Southern Glazer's, Voodoo Doughnut, The Friendship Café and Digital Signage Expo. Local Foods Eyes Austin. Local Foods photos by Julie Soefer. The local farms, vendors, and amazing Austin vibe is a perfect fit for Local Foods.”

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PathSpot

MARCH 13, 2025

Blog , Featured , Food Safety , Handwashing , Non-featured This is one of the many important topics discussed in PathSpot and LANDEDs webinar last week. Their highest performing stores are really clean, they’re really well-trained, and they have a really good team.” The post Need To Attract Top Talent?

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7 Shifts

JANUARY 31, 2024

It's up to the restaurant manager to maintain a warm, welcoming atmosphere and train staff to do the same. Inventory management Managers need to ensure the kitchen is stocked with the right amount of food so that nothing is wasted and as few items need to be 86'ed as possible. This part of the job is arguably the most multi-faceted.

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Management Management Kitchen Safety Front of House 195

PathSpot

MARCH 26, 2025

Reducing Waste and Spoilage Food waste is a silent revenue killer for many businesses. Spoilage due to improper handling, contamination, or inconsistent storage practices not only leads to financial loss but also undermines food safety. A culture of safety and care can significantly impact employee satisfaction and retention.

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Future Food

MAY 25, 2021

Investing in Hospitality Training and Staff Well-being at Work As the world opens-up again after months of continuous lockdown – pubs, cafes, restaurants and even nightclubs welcome back patrons. This article is one in a series of industry-focused blogs called the ‘Hospitality Mindset’.

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Customer Service Small Business Food Safety Training 148

The Food Corridor

APRIL 1, 2025

Michigan’s Cottage Food Law allows food entrepreneurs to legally sell certain homemade goods directly to consumers without the need for a commercial kitchen. This law has made it easier for aspiring bakers, jam makers, and food enthusiasts to start their businesses from home. What is Michigan’s Cottage Food Law?

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