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JUST DON’T KNOW OR JUST DON’T CARE

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Virologists are constantly looking to find the source of a virus while they try to identify a combatant to the effects. Until the source (cause) is identified and dealt with, they know that the fight will be ongoing and countless mutations will keep them on their toes trying to curb the spread. This is your role as a leader.

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DEFINE, TEACH, AND LIVE YOUR RESTAURANT’S MISSION

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When properly developed and integrated into your operation, the mission statement will impact who you hire, how you train, the products you develop and sell, the way you lead and manage, how employees interact, the way that guests are approached, and how the world perceives you (the business) to be. Choose wisely.

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IT’S TIME FOR RESTAURANTS TO PLANT THE SEEDS AND HARVEST THE TALENT

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Far too often we invest our time in addressing the effects of a challenge rather than the source of the roadblocks that appear. This was evident in news articles, books, television, movies, and blog posts, and a 24/7 food network. PLAN BETTER – TRAIN HARDER. www.harvestamericacues.com BLOG. Challenges solved.

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BEFORE THE DINING EXPERIENCE TRY THE KITCHEN EXPERIENCE

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Make them feel as if they are part of your mission – they are! [] FOR THE SERVICE STAFF: Training, teaching, and tasting are all part of the program. Look at every dishwasher as your next cook in training. It is your job to teach and train, to show some empathy, but be tough and have very high expectations of your cooks.

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TO A CHEF – SIMPLE ISN’T EASY

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Simple takes focus, understanding, commitment to consistency, passion, and great sources for ingredients that come from those with the same level of commitment. This approach has won the restaurant international praise, four stars from the New York Times, three Michelin Stars, and a James Beard Award.

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DON’T NICKEL AND DIME YOUR GUEST or IMPRESS THEM WITH QUANTITY

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Now, if the guest wants a particular “special vegetable” then, of course we charge, but to leave a protein source on the plate as a stand-alone, is not what we do. [] APPETIZERS ARE NOT A FULL MEAL Appetizers that are increased in size to increase the plate charge defeats the experience of dining. Do it right!

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TURN YOUR LIFE AROUND AS A COOK

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Share, teach, and train others – this is the fuel that drives your own leadership engine. PLAN BETTER – TRAIN HARDER. www.harvestamericacues.com BLOG. Look at your current role as the most important in the success of the operation and the power of the plate. Master your role and support those around you. Restaurant Consulting.