There’s a reason why the stereotype of a chef who yells and throws things exists.
Although times are changing, the angry chefs who aim to control their employees by creating fearful work environments are still out there.
Still there causing more…
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You can’t start being a loving mentor and inspiring leader until you have all your systems in place.
New ideas are marvelous, like a chocolate ice cream stuffed donut, but novel concepts and artistic wizardry can only flourish in an environment that is built on a solid foundation.
So whether you are putting together a new kitchen, adding a new dish to the menu or introducing a new program to your restaurant it is your job to…
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It is no secret that restaurant kitchens will hire just about anyone. Don’t feel like you fit in with the rest of society? Neither do we. Welcome!
It doesn’t matter where you came from, the color of your skin, whether or not you went to college, if you’re an ex-con, on drugs, sell drugs or are Mother freikin’ Theresa, they’ll take you.
There is one caveat though…
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One of the first things you learn in a professional kitchen, after being told to scream “behind!” when you walk behind someone and how to clock in for your shift, is to always keep your station clean and organized.
This is part of your foundation as a cook. And if you are not teaching this as a chef chances are your kitchen is…
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