Regulate to Elevate Your Nervous System as a Restaurant Professional
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Regulate to Elevate Your Nervous System as a Restaurant Professional

After spending many years in the restaurant industry, I’ve noticed a common and unfortunate pattern, not only in others but also in myself.

The epidemic of unregulated nervous system affecting staff at every level, from the back of the house to the front!

I’ve heard chefs aggressively yell through the kitchen over the years, even hearing of one throwing a steak at a wall. It reminds me of the series The Bear, starring Jeremy Allen White and Jamie Lee Curtis.

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More Men Are Having Strokes In The Restaurant Industry
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More Men Are Having Strokes In The Restaurant Industry

In the past few months, I’ve unfortunately known of three previous coworkers who are men of all ages working in the restaurant industry having a stroke, and the passing of one who died of a heart attack before his morning shift.

It’s becoming increasingly common that it’s something I can’t look past and not discuss.

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Why You Should Continue Education as a Hospitality Professional
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Why You Should Continue Education as a Hospitality Professional

When working with clients, I frequently emphasize the importance of ongoing education, particularly for those in the restaurant industry.

It doesn’t necessarily mean taking long, extensive courses; it can start with smaller steps, like reading books or listening to podcasts that open up new opportunities and offer fresh perspectives.

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5 Steps to Breaking Free From After-Shift Drinking
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5 Steps to Breaking Free From After-Shift Drinking

It’s after your shift, you’re starving, and even though it’s late, the night feels young.

Most hospitality professionals know that the best way to have a social life is hanging out with other co-workers for a little late-night eating and drinking.

Although this is an excellent way to unwind, the promise of “just one drink” often turns into a few too many.

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