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KITCHEN RESPECT

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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

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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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RESTAURANT EYES

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The best operators train restaurant eyes and teach their employees to be ambassadors for greatness. Seek out the details and then prioritize corrective action. It’s never too small to worry about. Now, take it a step further and begin to imbed these restaurant eyes into the culture of the restaurant. It’s not hard, but it is relentless.

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COOKS AND CHEFS – SIGN YOUR WORK

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What if the chef, manager, and owner were required to do the same, in essence proclaiming they approve of the work as presented to the guest? Are you proud to present this to your teammates, manager, or guest?” Would it make a difference in attention to detail? Is there room to improve?

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CHEFS – SIGN YOUR PLATES

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When we compromise on the quality of cooking, taste, and presentation then we suffer trying to win unhappy customers back and you, the chef, must look in a mirror and see the face of compromise. You set the tone for others to emulate. [] TEACH AND TRAIN. PLAN BETTER – TRAIN HARDER. Did they sense that the value was there?

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COOKS AND CHEFS – WE ALL CRAVE DISCIPLINE

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There is comfort in wearing a clean, crisp, white uniform that represents history, tradition, and pride. In fact, it is likely that the food presented to you as a customer will reveal the level of discipline, professionalism, and organization that exists in that kitchen. PLAN BETTER – TRAIN HARDER. Harvest America Ventures, LLC.

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ALL HAIL DISHWASHERS

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If you doubt my belief – think about this: If a line cook calls out – we simply spread the work out among those who are present. The rhythm of the kitchen is closely tied to the work and efficiency that is present in the dish area. PLAN BETTER – TRAIN HARDER. Harvest America Ventures, LLC. CAFÉ Talks Podcast.