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#41: No Nonsense Kitchen Fundamentals
Discover the power of fundamentals as Simon Zatyrka shares essential strategies for restaurant excellence. From menu costing to building a learning culture, this episode delivers actionable insights for immediate...
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#40: Simon's Journey: Vol. 4
In this milestone 40th episode, host Simon Zatyrka opens up about his dramatic career pivot and the valuable lessons learned along the way. From impromptu consulting gigs to building a personal brand, discover how one...
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#39: Reshaping Restaurant Careers: A Blueprint for Restaurant Success with Christin Marvin
In this episode of Culinary Mechanic, host Simon Zatyrka welcomes back Christin Marvin, a dynamic force in the hospitality industry. Christin brings fresh perspectives on restaurant leadership and employee well-being,...
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#38: Finding Your Rhythm with Systems and Success with Aja Beard
In this episode, we dive deep into the latest restaurant industry trends with expert consultant Aja Beard, founder of Ask Aja Restaurant Consulting. Aja shares her wealth of experience and insights, offering valuable...
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#37: Continuous Learning and Adaptability as a Career Strategy with Robert Simmelink
In this episode of Culinary Mechanic, we sit down with Robert Simmelink, Director of Culinary Services at Ignite Food Service Solutions, for a deep dive into the evolving world of food service and culinary careers....
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#36: Engineering Restaurant Success: Lessons from The Restaurant Boss with Ryan Gromfin
Join Ryan Gromfin, 'The Restaurant Boss,' as he shares his journey and insights on revolutionizing restaurant management. Discover the power of micromanaging systems, not people, and why the industry desperately needs...
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#36: From Chef to Breath: Managing a Career and the Stress of the Kitchen with Dave Gieselman
In this eye-opening episode of the Culinary Mechanic podcast, host Simon Zatyrka sits down with Dave Gieselman, a former chef who's transformed his career into a breath work expert and stress management coach. Dave...
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Flames, Leadership and Community: A Chef's Culinary Adventure with Cory Untch
Experience the primal allure of cooking with fire as Chef Cory Untch shares his passion for outdoor cuisine. From Forbes five-star restaurants to mountaintop dinners, Corey reveals how he creates unforgettable dining...
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Building a BBQ Brand with Perfect Plates and Undeniable Hospitality with Charlie Eblen
Uncover the secrets behind Charlie's barbecue business success. From food truck to brick-and-mortar restaurant, learn how he's building a barbecue empire based on quality, hospitality, and community...
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An Inside Look at Community Crowdfunding for Restaurants with Ross Chanowski
Join us as we explore the intersection of technology, community, and cuisine with Ross Chanowski of NuMarket. Learn how this groundbreaking crowdfunding platform is dishing out hope to struggling restaurants while...
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On a Mission to Democratize Ai for Restaurants with Matt Wampler
Discover how artificial intelligence is transforming the restaurant industry in this eye-opening episode. Matt Wampler of Clear Cogs discusses his journey from sandwich slinger to AI entrepreneur, offering insights on...
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Cooking Up Disruption: Transforming Chefs into Entrepreneurs with Christian J. Fischer
Join host Simon Zatyrka as he interviews Christian Fischer, the 'Disruptive Chef,' who shares his journey from Austrian kitchens to becoming a culinary entrepreneur. Discover how Fischer is revolutionizing the chef...
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