Restaurant Punk
When you work in the restaurant industry, sometimes you just need to cut the s*** and get a little toasted so that you can spill the tea and shake off that saltiness. Simply stated - sometimes you need to flip the f*** out! Cut through the noise and tune in to hear hilarious anecdotes, humbling advice on how to create a hospitality business that doesn't suck, and whatever the hell else we come up with after decades in the industry.
Podcasting since 2023 • 213 episodes
Restaurant Punk
Latest Episodes
I Don’t Bake, I Cook: The Dessert Debate Every Restaurant Has
Should desserts be made in-house, or are they secretly breaking your restaurant?This episode dives into the dessert dilemma from a chef and operator perspective: baking vs cooking, profit vs pride, and why tiramisu might be the sa...
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Restaurant Punk Rules: What Not to Do at a Restaurant (According to Chefs)
Why do chefs hate modifications so much?What does “rare” actually mean? And why is firing food at the end of the night such a cardinal sin?In this episode of Restaurant Punk, we break down the kitchen pet peeves t...
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The Truth About Restaurant Leases: What We've Learned From 15+ Years of Dealing With Landlords
In this episode of Restaurant Punk, the crew delves into a topic that every restaurant owner eventually faces: dealing with landlords. The great ones, the nightmare ones, the micromanagers, the hands-off unicorns, and the ones who want...
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The Hidden Hospitality Addiction: Why So Many People Get "Stuck" in the Restaurant Industry
In this episode of Restaurant Punk, the crew dives deep into a topic EVERY restaurant worker knows too well: the addiction of the industry. Not drugs. Not alcohol. The lifestyle. The fast cash. The late nights. The freedom. Th...
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Restaurant Leadership Truths: When Personal and Professional Blur in Restaurants
In restaurants, the line between professionalism and personal relationships gets blurry fast. In this episode of Restaurant Punk, the crew opens up about navigating gossip, favoritism, and the messy reality of managing a team you also ...
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