Culinary Cues

DECEMBER 26, 2020

It is difficult to argue with safety precautions designed to keep people well and thwart the spread of the virus. _John Lanchester. [] THE MAGIC OF WORKING IN A PROFESSIONAL KITCHEN HAS LOST ITS SHINE. Life in the kitchen will change, but there is little doubt that the role of restaurants in the human experience will rise up again.

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Culinary Cues

JANUARY 29, 2024

If you’re a chef from my generation then you likely have concerns over the changing landscape in the kitchen. There were (hopefully not as many anymore) too many young chefs who perpetuated the way of the kitchen, the way that they were taught under the iron fist of the chef who was always right. Okay, there is a problem. “My

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JANUARY 31, 2024

Inventory management Managers need to ensure the kitchen is stocked with the right amount of food so that nothing is wasted and as few items need to be 86'ed as possible. Safety awareness and compliance knowledge Last, effective managers stay safety aware and keep themselves up to date on current compliance standards.

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MARCH 16, 2020

Restaurant owners and operators are encouraged to review the online resources their state and local health departments have provided for the latest information about COVID-19 in their community, and take extra precautionary steps in the workplace to protect the safety and wellbeing of staff and guests. Focus on other revenue channels.

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AUGUST 19, 2020

Break down roles and responsibilities into teams, so you’ll have a server training manual , as well as one for bartenders and kitchen staff. COVID-19 section/health and safety As restaurants reopen, there will be a huge influx of new team members joining—so a dedicated COVID section is essential for the safety of staff and customers.

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Culinary Cues

MAY 5, 2020

but it will be your commitment to the safety of all involved that is the key to rebuilding a level of trust that will carry your operation through this tenuous time and on to an eventual renewal of prosperity. When your guest walk-through that front door – how will they know and trust that you have their safety in mind – first and foremost?

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Culinary Cues

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Kitchens are great equalizers – it is the place where individual talent and exceptional intellect can be less important that dependability, organization, focus, and teamwork. Respect for fellow workers, for the safety of the guest, for the image of the operation, for pride in work, and for the traditions of the profession begin with cleaning.

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AUGUST 7, 2020

Restaurateurs now also need to know how well new hires will uphold COVID-19 safety measures. If staff jeopardize the health and safety of guests or fellow team members, they can sink the business. Ask these questions in your interviews to find staff who will uphold COVID-19 safety measures and whose values match yours.

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SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Health, Allergen, and Food Safety Training and Certifications. Commercial kitchen equipment safety. Examples include a TIPS certification , ServSafe Allergen , or a local accredited restaurant safety course. Food Service, Kitchen, & Hospitality Tech. Cross-contamination. Undercooking. Food allergies.

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SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

Restaurant inventory management software is a tool that helps digitally track and manage your kitchen inventory. Restaurant technology has seen innovation in the form of smart devices for the commercial kitchen. And a live Kitchen Display System can cut down on the back-and-forth with tickets and keep your line efficient.

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JUNE 28, 2021

And regardless of whether these guests are dining in, taking out, or getting delivery, food safety needs to be at the top of mind for your restaurant and your staff. Inspection: The inspector will begin to survey your restaurant and kitchen. Health inspections are routine at restaurants – and for good reason. Develop a HACCP Plan.

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JULY 29, 2020

It’s important for restaurant hiring and training processes to reflect new COVID-19 safety measures. Update your careers page with a safety section Let job candidates know what your restaurant is doing to keep employees safe during the pandemic, and what its expectations are for staff.

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MAY 25, 2020

There’s nothing better than a tidy workstation and clean range hood before service hour; and the post-shift scrub down of the kitchen can be a form of meditation for stressed out chefs. Have your guests contribute to keeping your restaurant clean and safe by following a few safety procedures! Choose the right cleaning products ??

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Culinary Cues

APRIL 1, 2024

Pushing through the swinging kitchen doors I am engulfed by the smells, sounds, and oh such intense heat from a busy operation. The kitchen is all about sensory overload and even though it might seem like an overload of unorganized effort, to those who are seasoned veterans – it is comforting.

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Culinary Cues

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

So, take a deep breath, kick a few empty five-gallon buckets around the kitchen (make sure they are empty), release a string of expletives if it makes you feel better, and take a few ibuprofens to address that constant headache. This is a good thing – roll up your sleeves, the chef won’t always have the cleanest uniform in the kitchen.

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Culinary Cues

JULY 6, 2020

As cooks start to, or at least hope to, begin settling into kitchen life again, it seems appropriate to reiterate those standard rules of thumb that everyone must abide by. Yet, in the kitchen there are things that need to be done a certain way to avoid chaos and to respect each other’s role in getting the job done.

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SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

With 54% of diners saying they would avoid a restaurant with table wait times over 30 minutes, you must develop an efficient kitchen floor plan that helps you serve food quickly and consistently. What should a restaurant kitchen floor plan include? Having a well-thought-out layout can help you keep restaurant kitchen costs manageable.

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Culinary Cues

JULY 31, 2023

A few years back, I posted an article about the UNWRITTEN RULES of the kitchen. It was an attempt to outline those universal guidelines for success in a kitchen, those attributes, and expectations of anyone who ties on an apron. My hope is that these are worthy enough of a space on your kitchen bulletin board or the chef’s office door.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 7, 2024

The United Nations’ Food and Agriculture Organization and World Health Organization designated “Food Safety: Prepare for the Unexpected” as the theme for World Food Safety Day (June 7) 2024. For additional World Food Safety Day resources, visit WHO , UN or the FDA. What are some hidden food safety dangers?

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Culinary Cues

SEPTEMBER 26, 2020

They see those hesitant customers walking into a restaurant (or not) while scanning the environment for masks, distancing, and proper safety protocol. WHAT THEY KNOW: [] Your employees know that the essential challenge is TRUST. Your employees know that this is not the best way to start a dining experience.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Shaw's “ Who Watches the Kitchen ?” Alongside wild stories detailing how foodborne illnesses can happen, Shaw offers practical solutions to avoid food safety breaches. Read on for an excerpt from "Who Watches the Kitchen?" " Why write this book now? They are a valuable resource. Francine L.

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Culinary Cues

MAY 20, 2020

If we need to downsize the number of cooks in our kitchen because of a reduction in restaurant capacity and menu breadth, how can we make the job of cooking attractive and lucrative? How can we make the feeling of trust in customer safety BETTER than it was before? How can we make our menus smaller, yet BETTER than they were before?

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NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Hiring a great kitchen manager can transform your BOH operations with outstanding culinary and leadership skills. Asking the appropriate kitchen manager interview questions can reveal whether a candidate has the experience, skills, and abilities that your restaurant needs. How do you handle conflicts between kitchen staff?

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 11, 2021

Restaurant kitchens have many places where fires can occur. Business owners need to be aware of potential fire hazards and take preventative steps when it comes to fire safety. Following a few simple safety tips can prevent fires and keep employees and patrons safe in your establishment. Conducting Regular Inspections.

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JANUARY 26, 2021

For both safety and ease, there isn’t a better option. Kitchen display systems (KDS) eliminate the need to bring tickets back to the kitchen or handle a printer. Reducing contact on high-touch devices in your restaurant is a difference-maker for its cleanliness and safety of your team.

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Culinary Cues

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

Safety and convenience are first and foremost in consumer’s minds. [] PROVIDE A FORUM FOR CONVERSATION: The heart and soul of many communities is a place where conversation flows freely – a place where opinions reign and where judgment of others is set aside in favor of a free flow of ideas.

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SEPTEMBER 25, 2019

Anyone who’s worked (or even stepped foot) in a restaurant knows how important effective kitchen management is. Simply put, if things aren’t running well in the kitchen, restaurant staff and diners alike often suffer. this atmosphere has long been considered a given, and even a rite of passage, for any kitchen job.

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Culinary Cues

JUNE 16, 2023

At least he was convinced that the kitchen was where he belonged. You are a natural in the kitchen and I can see the joy in your eyes when we work together on the line. Take care of them – they are your best friends in the kitchen. Each day he knew that this was his path – the kitchen was his college.

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NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Back-of-house (BOH) staff, including chefs and kitchen assistants, will focus more on food safety, food handling, and kitchen equipment use. A well-informed team improves service, enhances the dining experience, and reduces errors in the kitchen. When creating a training plan, you must distinguish between these two areas.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

In multiple industries, employee safety can be a chief concern that requires careful consideration by employers. This can especially be the case in food service industries where employees are often in loud, busy environments while moving in and out of kitchen areas with any number of hazards.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 19, 2024

Keeping Your Restaurant Safe From training your staff, to maintaining the establishment, many safety measures exist to prevent a fire from happening at your restaurant. Install automatic fire-suppression systems in the kitchen and have it inspected bi-annually. Clean all surfaces of the kitchen to remove grease.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 29, 2020

Over and above these suggestions, if you have the size to spread out your kitchen you should do so. Kitchens must be sanitized, per recommended guidelines. They are for your own safety too. The number #1 thing owner/operators can do for their employees is give a sense of psychological safety. Don't shortcut anything.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 6, 2022

Since the COVID-19 pandemic, a new trend in the food service industry has risen in popularity—ghost kitchens. In addition to restaurant operators opening or transitioning to the ghost kitchen strategy, grocers are also exploring this new concept. Euromonitor estimates that ghost kitchens could top $1 trillion in revenue by 2030.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 9, 2020

A global infectious disease outbreak such as COVID-19 can impact your business in terms of risk to employee safety, loss of sales and economic uncertainty. With dining areas closed for many restaurants, refocus your efforts on keeping the kitchen clean and sanitary. HR is tasked with more than the safety of employees.

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Culinary Cues

MAY 4, 2022

There is little room for star players, only star team players. [] WE ARE ALL DISHWASHERS: Treat dishwashers well, lend a hand, treat them like professionals, thank them, support them, and know that without their work, yours would suffer. [] NO JOB IS BENEATH YOU – EVERYTHING IN A KITCHEN IS.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 7, 2022

Start-up food service businesses should carefully consider the type of kitchen they will require. Commercial kitchens differ from home kitchens. Our checklist has the essential equipment for an efficient kitchen, in addition to a list of tips for running your kitchen safely and profitably. Business at its Heart.

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Culinary Cues

MAY 18, 2020

As we continue to fight this pandemic that we still know so little about, and try to gradually open up the economy with a keen eye on public safety – it will be restaurants and other hospitality businesses that suffer the longest. The restaurant industry is being hit extraordinarily hard, unlike any other time in recent history.

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