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KITCHEN RESPECT

Culinary Cues

Employees must be properly trained and then given the responsibility and authority to make those decisions that fit their position. [] SERVE: Respect means that everyone involved in the restaurant is in the service business. That they are to present themselves as ladies and gentlemen, serving ladies and gentlemen (The Ritz Carlton Credo).

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COOKS – CLAIM YOUR OWN PATH TO SUCCESS

Culinary Cues

We have labored over the effects of this change but have been very slow to reinvent the way that we do business – to once again, create an environment where individuals relish the opportunity to learn and grow as cooks, exhibit passion about the craft, wear their uniforms with pride, and feel great about saying: “I’m a cook!”

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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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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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IT’S ONLY MY POINT OF VIEW

Culinary Cues

My intent is always to present my opinions, as my opinions and never assume that they are or should be yours. Honesty and integrity are the basic raw materials of leadership. Take pride in the chef’s uniform. When you wear that uniform you are paying respect to them. PLAN BETTER – TRAIN HARDER. Be a proud cook.

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THE KITCHEN MAGIC OF CHEF PHIL LEARNED

Culinary Cues

Professionalism was expected from the starched chef uniforms that were maintained by the on-site laundry, the cleaning regiment that everyone participated in, the adherence to classical techniques, and the respect that was shown everyone who became part of the team. PLAN BETTER – TRAIN HARDER. Rest in Peace Chef!

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Questions in the Minds of Restaurant Job Applicants

Ken Burgin

They will be interested in get a sense of the team’s spirit, leadership style, and the overall atmosphere of the kitchen. Are there opportunities for further training, or to attend workshops and events? What training and induction processes are in place for new staff? What is the kitchen’s work culture like?