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IN CHALLENGING TIMES DON’T MAKE CLASSIC BUSINESS MISTAKES REMEMBER THE TOP ELEVEN

Culinary Cues

COMMUNICATION. As much as communication is always the number one criticism of those on the receiving end – it will be even more so during times of crisis. Communicate profusely with your business guests – use all of the mediums available and make the communication positive and uplifting. BE PRESENT.

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CHEFS: BUILD A TEAM – KEEP A TEAM

Culinary Cues

It is easy to blame money, non-traditional work hours, unrealistic training in culinary schools, and the younger generation as a whole – but even if we (the industry as a whole) were able to snap our fingers and fix these issues, it is likely that team building and retention would still be challenging. TEACH AND TRAIN. Richard Branson.

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How to Create an Effective Restaurant Onboarding Process

7 Shifts

It usually involves an orientation, paperwork collection, and training. Here’s an example of an onboarding overview: Day One Orientation: Learning about the restaurant’s culture and history, meeting coworkers, and receiving a uniform. Day Three Role-specific training. Customer service training.

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TO THOSE COOKS DEPRIVED OF A GREAT KITCHEN

Culinary Cues

In the right kitchen, led by the right chef, every cook looks in a mirror before starting a shift, adjusts his or her uniform, makes sure that the name tag is positioned properly, maintains his or her knives with real pride, insists on working clean and organized, and approaches every task with enthusiasm. PLAN BETTER – TRAIN HARDER.

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WHAT RESTAURANT OWNERS GET WRONG

Culinary Cues

Even when the owner is present – he or she must depend on the consistent interactions between customers and the restaurant’s employees. Every restaurant must constantly invest in training. [] PUTTING ALL OF YOUR EGGS IN THE CHEFS BASKET. Engage them and they will become your ambassadors.

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THE KITCHEN MAGIC OF CHEF PHIL LEARNED

Culinary Cues

From purchasing to plating there was a commitment to communication and doing your job well. One was set for the department chefs to evaluate before service, making any last minute adjustments to the flavor profile and presentation; and the other would grace the show table in the dining room. PLAN BETTER – TRAIN HARDER.

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Questions in the Minds of Restaurant Job Applicants

Ken Burgin

Are there opportunities for further training, or to attend workshops and events? What training and induction processes are in place for new staff? What are the expectations for personal presentation and uniform? Applicants may be interested in how collaboration and communication are encouraged across departments.