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THE MISUNDERSTOOD CHEF

Culinary Cues

As if that weren’t enough, the menu and each morsel of food presented represents the chef’s life of experiences, his or her family history, the cuisine of their forefathers, every chef who contributed to their training, and everything that they believe in – as it pertains to food. It is a juxtaposition that is nearly impossible to manage.

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COOKS – CLAIM YOUR OWN PATH TO SUCCESS

Culinary Cues

As they say in life – the first step in recovery is to admit that there is a problem. 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. Okay, there is a problem. “My

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How Staffing and Recruitment Futureproofs F&B Growth

Modern Restaurant Management

But the expectations of guests and owners did not change. There is a saying we often hear: “Staff training is key to creating consistency and having a successful business.” Reinforce staff training to close the gap between the desired knowledge level and the actual level of knowledge of current restaurant staff.

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The Importance of Flexibility in Restaurant Hiring

Modern Restaurant Management

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked Mark Heymann, a labor expert and CEO of UniFocus, for his insights on navigating post-pandemic restaurant recovery through effective hiring and training. In what ways is training a key factor in restaurant recovery?

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OUR DAILY BREATH: CHEFS & OPERATORS – KEEPING YOUR TEAM TOGETHER

Culinary Cues

If we hope to keep a core team together through crisis and be able to lean on them through eventual recovery then we must view them as family and treat them in that manner. When belongingness exists then hope of recovery and future wellbeing feels certain. PLAN BETTER – TRAIN HARDER. What we do IS IMPORTANT!

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Beating the Labor Crunch: Outsourced Strategies Are Key

Modern Restaurant Management

As restaurants and other hospitality venues re-open and see increased demand from customers and guests, one thing is clear: labor shortages could slow their recovery, hampering businesses trying to capitalize on the booming consumer demand.

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THE BEST OF TIMES, THE WORST OF TIMES

Culinary Cues

AN INEVITABLE RECOVERY. “It What an exciting time to jump on board and become partner to what may very well be one of the greatest world-wide recoveries – ever! PLAN BETTER – TRAIN HARDER. We can easily apply Dickens profound human summary to the state of the restaurant industry today. It was the epoch of belief”.