Social Hospitality

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

For instance, the colors used to advertise food service brands and their products often call on the psychology of color to enhance the message. Brands will utilize green to portray freshness and natural appeal for their food products. Using the right colors for images is paramount and can vary widely based on the subject.

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Culinary Cues

MAY 20, 2024

He has been one of my primary motivators and reference points throughout my career in food. Sacrifice nothing and then a chef can sleep at night. [] THE GROWING INFLUENCE OF PROCESSED FOODS AND RESTAURANTS THAT THRIVE ON THEIR USE: Escoffier once stated: “ Great cooking is about using the freshest, highest quality ingredients.”

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Culinary Cues

JULY 22, 2021

There have been numerous articles from restaurateurs asking customers to “give us a break, be patient, we’re trying our best, it’s not our fault that the food isn’t quite right, that the service is painfully slow, that servers are not well trained, or we just seem to be disorganized.”

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Culinary Cues

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

If that plate of food were to carry your name and contact information, would you approach it differently? What if you, with your name stitched on the face of your uniform had to deliver that plate of food to the guest and introduce yourself in the process: “May name is Jack Jones, and I prepared this dish”? Think about it.

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Culinary Cues

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Maybe, just maybe, that name on their uniform is the same as signing their work – something that the individual wants to respect with a “best foot forward”. Name tags for front of the house employees work just as well maybe with the name of the town they are from, or the number of years they have worked in an establishment.

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Culinary Cues

JANUARY 15, 2022

Every person has needs that go beyond food, shelter, and clothing. Remember the feeling of belonging you experienced when you wore a clean, pressed, white uniform and apron? We (the food industry) need to point to a well-known quote from Anthony Bourdain: “When someone cooks for you – they are saying something.

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Culinary Cues

OCTOBER 27, 2020

There is comfort in the ability to achieve concrete objectives – a well-prepared plate of food and a satisfied customer. There is comfort in wearing a clean, crisp, white uniform that represents history, tradition, and pride. There is comfort in following the directives on a prep list, a recipe, or a banquet order.

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Culinary Cues

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

There is a sense of appreciation and wonder; acknowledgement that this is a special environment that is calling he or she into service. [] I enjoy the teamwork, the focus, and the passion for creating exciting food that makes people happy: This is an all-encompassing answer that speaks to the cook’s desire to be part of something bigger than one person, (..)

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Culinary Cues

DECEMBER 15, 2023

If you happen to pass a soldier in uniform – don’t simply smile and say “thanks for your service” – take a moment to ask where they are from, where stationed, and how much longer will they be serving. Wish them a safe and happy holiday and your hope that they will be home again soon.

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Culinary Cues

DECEMBER 17, 2020

Unless they can change their business model and supply ingredients directly to consumers – then wholesalers are left with a greatly diminished amount of business volume. [] Clothing Stores and Uniform Companies: Those local clothing stores take a direct and indirect hit from a faltering restaurant industry. They need help now!

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Culinary Cues

APRIL 9, 2024

Your uniform is right, knives sharp, and the skills you developed over the past two years were second nature. You thought – this is where people will notice me and jumpstart the next phase of my career. Look out chef – I’m coming for your job! Day one, you walk through those kitchen doors with a bit of swagger.

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EATER

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Lille Allen/Eater In her 1974 cookbook, Jane Grigson crusaded on behalf of the ingredients and traditions of the British Isles The story of English food in the 20th century goes something like this: Once upon a time, all the food in England was terrible, except in children’s books. Or at least the expectation that food should be bad.)

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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. Those who only work for a paycheck are not likely to find a fulfilling career with food. Be a proud cook.

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Culinary Cues

JULY 14, 2023

Make sure the tables are level, windows in that station clean, tablecloths even, silverware and glassware spotless, menus clean and pristine, back-up supplies in perfect order, your uniform impeccable, and know the menu and features inside and out including correct pronunciations and beverages that pair perfectly with food.

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Culinary Cues

FEBRUARY 5, 2023

We provide the platform for discussion and a vehicle that pulls people together as they seek to find common ground over a plate of food. We slow the pace at the end of the day and provide a forum for those same individuals to raise a glass, admire a plate of food, relish flavors that excite and give them hope for a bright future.

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360Training

DECEMBER 23, 2019

The hazards that cause foodborne illnesses and food poisoning lurk around every corner. The best way to prevent them from affecting your customers is to ensure that anyone who cooks, touches, or serves food maintains high-levels of personal hygiene. Hand washing is essential for serving contaminant-free food. Handling raw food.

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Culinary Cues

JANUARY 29, 2022

When an individual complains about the hours, his or her team, a lousy chef, a restaurant that doesn’t care about them, about how uninspiring the food is, or how poor the pay is and how limited the opportunities, then my reaction is: “it’s so sad that you haven’t found the right kitchen, the right chef.”

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Tableo

JULY 27, 2023

In this guide we will delve into food & beverage (F&B) control methods to help you generate profitability and uphold good standards. Quality control: You can guarantee constant quality in your foods and beverages by keeping an eye on the ingredients and manufacturing procedures. So let’s dive in!

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Culinary Cues

MARCH 29, 2021

Angry food will taste angry, yet finesse without the intensity of physical and mental preparation fueled by a touch of anger will often times fall flat. When a kitchen is void of anxiety it will appear to be unprepared for the intensity of service and the peace that comes from a well-executed meal service and beautiful plates of food.

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Culinary Cues

AUGUST 24, 2023

You were taught how to fold your socks, the right way to make a bed, how to polish your boots so they shine like a mirror, the proper way to wear your uniform, the exactness of a salute, marching in step, breaking down your weapon, cleaning it, and reassembling in the right order – everything has a place, and everything is in its place.

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7 Shifts

MAY 23, 2024

Improving your restaurant operations to succeed in this highly competitive industry means serving quality food and providing excellent customer service while minimizing waste, reducing costs, and keeping your employees engaged. The proper airflow, adequate ventilation, and cooking food at the right temperatures should also be considered.

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 14, 2023

The Brooklyn artist, known as It’s a Living, put his own spin on the fast-food chain’s uniforms. For the company, the goal is simple: Workers like cool outfits.

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Culinary Cues

DECEMBER 30, 2022

Here are eleven to consider: COMMIT TO LEARNING: Read articles, food history books, professional cookbooks, stories of chefs with their words of wisdom (see list at end of this article), volunteer to work with accomplished chefs after hours, ask for additional responsibilities that provide a chance to learn something new. CAFÉ Talks Podcast.

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EATER

MAY 5, 2023

A growing number of fast food chains are experimenting with seatless locations with only takeout or drive-thru options. Getty Images/iStockphoto As diners increasingly turn to delivery, the future of fast food may be one with no human interaction at all. People just aren’t hanging out at fast food joints the way they used to.

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Culinary Cues

MARCH 21, 2022

When a kitchen exudes calm, even when the amount of food prep and the stress of the moment seem over-the-top, it is always a result of organization and attention to detail. When a chef talks about those minute details of placement, process, timing, and uniformity – keep in mind what the intended result will be.

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Culinary Cues

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

There are masters to serve, people who depend on the work of the culinary professional, who trust that their food will be prepared properly, that it will be managed and handled well, and the plate viewed as an important canvas on which the technician and artist paints. Sarah – that special you worked on was a home run.

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Future Food

MAY 20, 2020

Five Food & Hospitality Trends for a Post-Lockdown World. Prior to the pandemic, many people predicted food trends such as a rising interest in meat alternatives, low or no-alcohol beverages and sustainability-driven purchasing behaviours amongst many others. Check out www.weeatlocal.com.au

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Future Food

OCTOBER 30, 2023

As a Food and Hospitality Consultant working with shopping centres, mixed use development and stand-alone businesses in Australia, I share with you the many operational challenges I see across many different sectors. Future Food and the Sydney Fish Market are working together to ensure an exceptional level of operating standards.

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The Restaurant Times

AUGUST 26, 2021

Branding is one of the significant aspects of getting started with a food truck business. Good food truck branding draws customers by conveying the unique identity of the business. Only by communicating the food truck’s mission effectively, can you make a profit out of the Unique Selling Point of your business.

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Culinary Cues

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

But what about your food, what about the guest’s reaction, what about creating memorable experiences, what about your connection to the plate? So, how do we find that space where quality is maintained, where the customer is wowed, and where the chef feels great about that plate of food while still turning tables and maximizing sales?

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 7, 2024

This is vital, as ice is considered a food product by health departments, and a clean, well-maintained machine is less likely to harbor harmful bacteria. The root causes often trace back to mineral buildup in the water line or malfunctioning of the water filtration system.

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Next Restaurants

OCTOBER 4, 2022

While everything from the colors you use to the food you serve is essential for brand establishment, don’t ignore the importance of your restaurant’s dress code. If you’d rather go for uniforms or a specific dress code, it doesn’t mean you can’t let your employees express themselves in small ways. The kitchen is a place of creativity.

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7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

You'll also be less likely to order too much of any ingredient, which leads to food waste. And you'll have a better handle on food disappearing due to employee theft, which happens a lot more than you may think. One method is par inventory, in which you set a minimum supply required in-store after each food inventory delivery.

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Culinary Cues

MARCH 10, 2022

On this day of recognition, and for that matter every day that we turn on the kitchen lights, let’s rethink how we view the position and look at the facts: The best food will never be received well on a less than sparkling plate. I rest my case.

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Culinary Cues

APRIL 13, 2021

I for one have been and will continue to be very happy with my career choice and the opportunities that continue to arise as a result of my decision to focus on food. Are you proud to wear a uniform that represents a history of cooks and chefs who came before you? Do you enjoy cooking for the benefit of others?

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Culinary Cues

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Their chefs started them peeling vegetables, cracking eggs for breakfast, putting away food deliveries, and so on. Now, let’s get you in uniform and I’ll walk you through the kitchen.” Well, they started to pick up some cooking skills as they watched the action. From then on, the ball is in your court. Thanks, chef. You never know.

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Culinary Cues

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

So, it would make sense that the visual impact of food, the dining room ambience, the tabletop, and the appearance of service staff is very important. Have you established a uniform and grooming standard in your restaurant and is it equitably enforced? Food is one part of the experience.

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