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I've just published a personal story on Medium inspired by Frank Bruni's recent The New York Times article on how chefs are redefining their careers. As a former restaurant owner and current partner with Brian Driscoll in DRISCOLL Cuisine & Cocktail Concepts, I’ve witnessed firsthand how talented chefs are stepping away from the grind and finding creative freedom in new ventures. Curious about how this shift is reshaping the industry? Check out my latest piece here! #restaurants #smallbiz #chefs

Go Behind the Menu with Chef Kevin Silk at Oakridge! With a single kitchen creating two menus for two unique restaurants, Chef Kevin manages many moving parts. Check out the video below to see how he creates a few standout dishes on the menu!

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Chefs can cook. Managers can manage. But both need to send emails to get new people into their restaurants. Here's how to mix the ingredients right: https://buff.ly/3ztklbm #emailmarketing #restaurantmarketing

"At the end of the day, it's just food, isn't it? Just food.” - Marco Pierre White 🔪While there’s immense creativity and skill involved, it’s crucial to remember that food’s core purpose is to nourish and bring enjoyment. This perspective is especially relevant for chefs who are teaching young cooks. There’s a need to place more focus on mastering the basics first—essential techniques, flavors, and the fundamentals of cooking—before moving on to more complex dishes. By focusing on these foundations, we not only build better cooks (BOH) & Hospitality providers (FOH) but also bring the joy and fun back into the kitchen. We need to get to a place where creativity can flourish and is highly commended, naturally once the basics are second nature. Cooking should be a balance between craft and enjoyment, where young chefs grow while having fun, making great food in the process. Let’s get back to having fun making good food. Who’s with me on this⁉️" #LetsGetBackToEnjoyingCooking #LeadershipMatters! True leadership requires a deep understanding of human interaction with systems. It requires empathy, understanding, and embracing everyone's unique strengths and abilities. Authentic leadership means creating safe spaces for individuals to confidently and transparently share their unique ideas and perspectives. #HowToPrevailInLeadership

Curious about what happens when our chefs bring superfoods to the kitchen? 🔥🔪 Check out the mouthwatering results from our Superfoods Showdown! 🤤 Which chef will take home the trophy and the #SuperfoodsChampion title? #SuperfoodsShowdown #CulinaryCreations #CulinaryExcellence #ChefShowdown #SuperFoods

But how realistic is it? The Bear gives a gritty look through the eyes of an accomplished chef inheriting a chaotic sandwich shop and trying to transform it. But how realistic is it? The real: Dishes & Menu Development: Spot on. The creators consulted chef Matty Matheson to ensure authenticity in culinary techniques and kitchen life. Pressure & Energy: Absolutely. The show captures the intense, stressful environment of a kitchen perfectly. The first season feels like a pressure cooker, which is intentional. The not so much: Speed of Transformation: Turning around a failing restaurant that quickly? That’s more for TV. In reality, change takes time and patience. Staff Evolution: Team dynamics improving overnight is dramatized—real kitchens take longer to become cohesive. What are your thoughts? Have you watched it or not? #TheBear #CulinaryProfessionals #RestaurantManagement #KitchenLeadership #HospitalityInsights #CulinaryExcellence #FoodIndustry #ProfessionalChefs #KitchenCulture #LeadershipUnderPressure #RestaurantOperations #CulinaryChallenges

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Chef Maria: Focus on fresh, local ingredients 🌿 Chef John: Create a welcoming atmosphere 🕯️ Chef Lisa: Train staff for excellent service 👨🍳 Chef Mark: Innovate your menu regularly 📜 Chef Anne: Engage with your community 🏘️ Download our restaurant marketing guide plus video tutorial to learn more! #RestaurantSuccess #DiningExperience #CustomerRetention #restaurantmarketing #restaurantmarketingtips #restaurantmarketingsuccess #restaurantmarketingagency #restaurantmarketingstrategies #restaurantmarketingadvice #restaurantmarketingcompany #restaurantmarketingexpert #restaurantmarketingguide #restaurantmarketinghelp #restaurantmarketinghacks #restaurantmarketingideas #restaurantmarketingstrategy #restaurantmarketingtip #restaurantadvertising