Culinary Cues

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Nearly nine years ago, during the first twelve months of Harvest America Cues blog, one of my articles went viral attracting almost 40,000 views in one day. So, here are the 21 rules that, from my experience as a chef, should apply: [] LISTEN MORE, TALK LESS The first key to great leadership is to listen to others first.

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Culinary Cues

JANUARY 11, 2020

Sometimes the fault lies with a lack of desire to communicate, oftentimes the problem is the incorrect use of communication, but the majority of time the challenge is that leadership has no idea how to effectively communicate a message in a succinct, timely manner. It is important that our sponsors are happy. It’s a win, win.”.

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7 Shifts

JULY 24, 2020

Topics: Hospitality; hiring and training staff; building workplace culture. ?? To achieve Enlightened Hospitality you need to hire “51 percenters with 5 core emotional skills.” While achieving Enlightened Hospitality may seem redundant while you only serve takeout, it should be a core value of your restaurant and hiring process.

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Culinary Cues

DECEMBER 30, 2019

I am proud to be a chef and always will be, but a common mistake that restaurateurs make is to turn over the concept and the reputation of their business to that great chef that was just hired. Ignore them and they will find someone else to pay attention. [] CONFUSING LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT. PLAN BETTER – TRAIN HARDER.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Not only can your team leverage groups to drive brand awareness, you can find excellent customer reviews and use the platform for thought leadership for your executives. Whether sharing content from their own personal LinkedIn page or elsewhere (think blogs, podcast appearances, collaborative PR efforts, etc.),

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Culinary Cues

MAY 13, 2023

PLAN BETTER – TRAIN HARDER Harvest America Ventures, LLC Restaurant Consulting www.harvestamericacues.com BLOG (Over 800 articles about the business and people of food) CAFÉ Talks Podcast [link] More than 70 interviews with the most influential people in food So where will you get exposure to much, if not all of that?

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Culinary Cues

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

The tasks of the chef are fairly universal: planning menus, putting your signature on each dish, hiring and training staff, ordering product and building vendor relationships, controlling costs and adhering to budgets, maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment, etc. www.harvestamericacues.com BLOG. www.meyersassociates.com.

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Culinary Cues

JANUARY 15, 2022

You hire a person inferring you see their potential and trust they have something to offer. Leadership is unlocking people’s potential to become better.”. www.harvestamericacues.com BLOG. Recognize their potential and help them on the road to fulfillment. This is how we solve our current staffing dilemma and change attitudes.

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7 Shifts

JANUARY 31, 2024

You're responsible for tactical duties like training new hires, conducting performance reviews, disciplining rule breakers and poor performers, and handling compensation changes—in addition to more interpersonal tasks like mentorship and ensuring professional growth. This part of the job is arguably the most multi-faceted.

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Culinary Cues

AUGUST 31, 2019

It goes beyond the job description: hiring, training, menu planning, quality control, cost control, representation, leadership, purchasing, image building and so on. www.harvestamericacues.com BLOG. To be an effective executive chef, Jake would need to have an answer to this question. PLAN BETTER – TRAIN HARDER.

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Culinary Cues

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

He graduated and was immediately hired to work at another resort hotel in Colorado. He became a member of their in-house culinary team that represented the resort in competitions and won many honors during his time as a member of their kitchen leadership team. All this from humble beginnings as an eager dishwasher. You never know.

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Culinary Cues

MAY 2, 2020

Self-assess while you are taking the time to breathe, identify where your weaknesses are and find ways to either build a skill set to address the weakness or plan on hiring the right people to complement what you offer. [] DON’T HOLD THINGS TOO CLOSE TO YOUR VEST. www.harvestamericacues.com BLOG. PLAN BETTER – TRAIN HARDER.

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Restaurant365

JUNE 26, 2020

Tax considerations: Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) — As you reopen and rebuild your workforce, this credit is available for organizations that hire individuals from various eligible. The application must be submitted within 28 days of the employee start date, and credits range from $2,400 to $9,600 per qualified new hire.

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Restaurant365

MARCH 15, 2022

Your hiring strategy must focus on hiring the right employees for your restaurant rather than just filling an open position. And a comprehensive approach to employee retention must be built into your hiring strategy. Consequently, it’s imperative that you hire with a retention mindset.

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The Restaurant Group

MAY 3, 2025

Poor leadership development and toxic workplace culture make good people bolt faster than you can say table for two! Hiring International Workers Think outside the box! Hiring international folks solves recruitment challenges , beefs up your talent acquisition , and spices up your teams vibe.

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The Restaurant Coach University

AUGUST 10, 2017

This blog post was originally published at Nightclub & Bar. You need to rethink how you think about hiring. When you look at hiring do you view it as a necessary evil? Hiring on demand or only when you have an opening will never get you a superstar team. Hiring and recruiting can be very similar to mining for gold.

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Sling

MAY 25, 2022

And this process starts before your employees are even hired. For tips on creating an effective hierarchy of responsibility, check out this article from our blog: What Is An Organizational Chart And Why Does Your Business Need One? Communication is key to effective team management and leadership. 3) Set performance expectations.

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Hot Schedules

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

With a reduced labor pool to choose from, hiring operators have found themselves in stiff competition with rivals for recruits — which has often resulted in raising wages or adding additional benefits and perks that ultimately cut into the bottom line. Mobility Equals Flexible Ops: Hotel Purchasing & Inventory from Anywhere.

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Sling

MARCH 26, 2022

2) Find The Best Hires. The first step in boosting employee retention is hiring the right people. A huge part of the employee-retention equation is determining whether or not a potential hire fits in with your company culture. So don’t just hire a new team member one day and turn them loose to work the next day.

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Clover - Restaurants

JUNE 6, 2024

These employees are generally entrusted to mitigate customer complaints, create shift schedules, handle cash drawers and bank deposits, help employees navigate interpersonal conflicts, and even hire employees on behalf of ownership. Decide what restaurant leadership roles you need Do you need a refreshed bar program?

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Sling

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

For more insight into establishing guiding strategies for your business, take a few minutes to read these articles from the Sling blog: What Organizational Strategy is And Why Your Business Needs It. Check out these articles from the Sling blog: 7 Best Virtual Team Building Activities Your Remote Team Will Love.

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Restaurant365

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Your individual hiring decisions define your company culture over the long term, impacting both the customer experience and employee retention. Short-term restaurant hiring challenges, like filling open roles because you’re understaffed, may seem like the most urgent day-to-day priority. Offer a competitive wage and benefits.

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Sling

JANUARY 19, 2020

Hire from within. Hiring from within is a great way to keep employees motivated and engaged. Improve your leadership skills. Strong leadership is critical to achieving an engaged team. Improve your leadership skills by listening more and by expressing trust in your team. Use company culture as a way to hire.

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Restaurant365

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

Your individual hiring decisions define your company culture over the long term, impacting both customer experience and employee retention. Short-term restaurant hiring challenges, like filling open roles because you’re understaffed, may seem like the most urgent day-to-day priority. The hospitality industry is in constant hiring mode.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 9, 2020

Under his leadership, iPayment closed an initial public offering in 2003 and then went private in 2006. The delectable offering was conceptualized by Alex Rabino and Ana Silva of Netspot USA, along with all logistical procedures to support the special needs team members they hire. and Kard Financial Inc. He graduated with a B.A.

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7 Shifts

JANUARY 31, 2024

You're responsible for tactical duties like training new hires, conducting performance reviews, disciplining rule breakers and poor performers, and handling compensation changes—in addition to more interpersonal tasks like mentorship and ensuring professional growth. This part of the job is arguably the most multi-faceted.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 29, 2019

As part of El Pollo Loco’s dedication to its Hispanic roots, the company has signed the Hispanic Promise – the first-of-its-kind national pledge to hire, promote, retain and celebrate Hispanics in the workplace. Opportunities for community-driven content such as guest blog posts. Hispanic Promise. headquartered A&G.

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Sling

MARCH 25, 2021

3) Hire With Diversity In Mind. If you want those things for your team, hire with diversity in mind. If you want those things for your team, hire with diversity in mind. Whether you’re looking for a barista , a food runner , or a customer service rep, hire people of all ages, backgrounds, and experience levels.

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Sling

DECEMBER 14, 2021

For tips on creating an effective hierarchy of responsibility, check out his article from the Sling blog: What Is An Organizational Chart And Why Does Your Business Need One? Hiring team members from a variety of backgrounds gives your business access to those markets like never before. 2) Install An Aggravation Box.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 12, 2020

” As a Feeding America Leadership partner, the company has ongoing partnerships with a variety of food banks across the country. ” Under Rod and Roger Livingston’s leadership, the company grew from a championship BBQ competition team to a chain of eight restaurants along the Wasatch Front.

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Squirrel Systems

JUNE 3, 2024

High turnover rates not only disrupt operations but also incur significant costs related to hiring and training new employees. This blog post explores how such technology can enhance staff retention and highlights what restaurant staff value most in their workplace. Effective Leadership : Good leadership is vital.

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Restaurant365

AUGUST 12, 2021

How do you get your store-level managers and other leadership to use the convert data into actionable insights? Just like almost any new initiative, creating a data-driven culture depends on leadership making it a priority. To create and maintain a data-driven culture, your leadership team needs to be heavily involved.

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Sling

JANUARY 19, 2020

Hire From Within. Hiring from within is a great way to keep employees motivated and engaged. Improve Your Leadership Skills. Strong leadership is critical to achieving an engaged team. Improve your leadership skills by listening more and by expressing trust in your team. Use Company Culture As A Way To Hire.

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Employee Relations Leadership Hiring Training 78

Bingage

JANUARY 15, 2020

This point doesn’t mean you shouldn’t hire people, the human being is important. Staff Hiring always should be done 3 weeks prior to opening. Everyone takes time to be comfortable in the new atmosphere, if you hire staff prior to opening, it will make them adjust to the business climate. Hire the best restaurant staff.

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Restaurant365

JUNE 17, 2022

Apps are more intuitive than ever, websites are smarter and technology can help hiring and retention, delivery and operations. Hiring and onboarding technology. I talked to Mark Calvillo, senior vice president, product, who introduced me to their Hire program, an easy-to-use applicant tracking system for potential employees.

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Restaurant365

APRIL 1, 2021

Store-level managers are the ones who guide your teams toward the goals made by restaurant group leadership. From hiring and managing staff to inventory management and the guest experience, your store-level managers hold the key to your restaurant group’s success. Managers’ influence on hiring and employee retention.

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Black Box Intelligence

AUGUST 5, 2021

A competitive hiring landscape. Many workers are resentful of leadership, due to what they perceive as unfair compensation and subpar working conditions. But hiring too many people can hurt the bottom line. Access to client-only quarterly State of the Industry webinars and thought leadership events.

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