Episodes
Join Lisa Eberhart and Randy Lait of Menu Analytics (http://www.menuanalytics.com) to find out more about how having your menus nutritionally analyzed can potentially save you time, money and hassle. Learn more about Lisa and Randy here (http://www.businesschef.org/lisa-and-randy/) . Follow us: Business Chef Website:  (http://www.businesschef.org/) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chefshawnbucher/ Facebook Page:  (https://www.facebook.com/MakeFoodMakeMoney/) Instagram Page: ...
Published 01/13/20
One of the most talented fruit and vegetable carving gurus in the industry today joins us. Stephan C. Baity has been featured in countless publications and has displayed his work on the Food Network and in many ACF Culinary competitions. Learn how he got his start and the formula for his success. Learn more about Stephan here. (http://www.businesschef.org/stephan-c-baity/) Follow us: Business Chef Website:  (http://www.businesschef.org/)...
Published 01/06/20
Corporate equipment chefs are here to help you make the most out of your equipment. Learn how to become a corporate equipment chef from someone who has done it for multiple brands-including Robot Coupe USA (http://www.robot-coupe.com/en-usa/) . Learn more about Leon here (http://www.businesschef.org/leon-trevino/) . Follow us: Business Chef Website:  (http://www.businesschef.org/) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chefshawnbucher/ Facebook Page:  ...
Published 12/30/19
Working the holidays this year? Remember, what we do matters and what we do makes a difference, especially for those who might not have anywhere else to go. Working the holidays isn't always our preference, but it is the business we are in. Follow us: Business Chef Website:  (http://www.businesschef.org/) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chefshawnbucher/ Facebook Page:  (https://www.facebook.com/MakeFoodMakeMoney/) Instagram Page:  (https://www.instagram.com/makefoodmakemoney/)
Published 12/23/19
Chef Kent Getzin has been around the food service industry for 40 years. Listen in now to hear more about his passion for schools and how using a fresh garlic in his seasonings makes all the difference. Learn more about Kent here (http://www.businesschef.org/blog/kent-getzin/) . Follow us: Business Chef Website:  (http://www.businesschef.org/) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chefshawnbucher/ Facebook Page:  (https://www.facebook.com/MakeFoodMakeMoney/) Instagram Page:  ...
Published 12/16/19
We all need to learn to speak the same language if we are ever going to get the assets we need to be successful in business. Download the documents Chef Shawn discusses on the show here (http://www.businesschef.org/blog/communicating-your-needs/) . Follow us: Business Chef Website:  (http://www.businesschef.org/) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chefshawnbucher/ Facebook Page:  (https://www.facebook.com/MakeFoodMakeMoney/) Instagram Page:  ...
Published 12/09/19
Learn how Michael and Randy went from having no food service experience to growing and scaling a very cool INTERNATIONAL brand. Learn more about Michael and Randy here (http://www.businesschef.org/blog/chronic-tacos/) . Follow us: Business Chef Website:  (http://www.businesschef.org/) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chefshawnbucher/ Facebook Page:  (https://www.facebook.com/MakeFoodMakeMoney/) Instagram Page:  (https://www.instagram.com/makefoodmakemoney/)
Published 12/02/19
Thank you for listening… Happy Thanksgiving! Follow us: Business Chef Website: http://www.businesschef.org LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chefshawnbucher/ Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/MakeFoodMakeMoney/ Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/makefoodmakemoney/
Published 11/25/19
Kindergarten through high school food service has a stereotype. You might think of those who work in this arena as “lunch ladies,” but there is much more to it that you might think. Malik Hamilton from Pittsburgh Public Schools tells us a little more about what it actually is. Learn more about Malik here. Follow…
Published 11/18/19
Carl Sokia is back talking about HR and the Human Experience. Listen in now to hear his insights into the future of work and relationships. Learn more about Carl here. Follow us: Business Chef Website: http://www.businesschef.org LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chefshawnbucher/ Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/MakeFoodMakeMoney/ Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/makefoodmakemoney/
Published 11/11/19
Are frustrated by your HR department? Do you wish that there was a better way to handle the challenges you face everyday with staff? Our friend Carl Sokia has some insights as to why HR issues arise, how HR really works and how we can better deal with them. Learn more about Carl here. Follow…
Published 11/04/19
Whether you’re the one doing the interviewing, or the one being interviewed, there is something for everyone in this episode. Learn more about interviewing and get the downloads in the episode here. Follow us: Business Chef Website: http://www.businesschef.org LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chefshawnbucher/ Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/MakeFoodMakeMoney/ Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/makefoodmakemoney/
Published 10/28/19
Listen in as we look at a portion of the 5 most listened to episodes  of the last 100. Thank you for listening and supporting us. Special thanks to clicklease for sponsoring the podcast this last year. Follow us: Business Chef Website: http://www.businesschef.org LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chefshawnbucher/ Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/MakeFoodMakeMoney/ Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/makefoodmakemoney/
Published 10/21/19
Have you ever wondered what it takes to work on a cruise ship? Chef Chrisitan Pratsch CMC, Corporate Director Culinary Development and Operations for Norwegian Cruise Lines gives us some insights. Learn more about Christian here. Follow us: Business Chef Website: http://www.businesschef.org LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chefshawnbucher/ Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/MakeFoodMakeMoney/ Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/makefoodmakemoney/
Published 10/14/19
Have you heard the term flexitarian? Do you know what that means? In this episode we examine new trends in college/university food services… And of course, we’ll explain what a flexitarian is and how we can cater to them. Special thanks to Becky Shilling and Jim Matorin for their participation and ideas. Learn more about…
Published 10/07/19
Why is food so expensive?  Basically we pay for either the quality of the food or the time that it takes to prepare that food. Follow us: Business Chef Website: http://www.businesschef.org LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chefshawnbucher/ Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/MakeFoodMakeMoney/ Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/makefoodmakemoney/
Published 09/30/19
Welcoming back one of our favorite guests to the show to talk about the cool things he is doing as the head of The McHenry Group.  Listen in now as we learn more about the ever-evolving career of Mr. Michael McHenry. Learn more about Michael here. Follow us: Business Chef Website: http://www.businesschef.org LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chefshawnbucher/ Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/MakeFoodMakeMoney/ Instagram…
Published 09/23/19
Food waste is a real issue that directly affects all of us.  Andrew Shakman is the CEO of Leanpath and is doing something about this global crisis. And is giving us, in the food service industry, the tools we need to do our part. Learn more about Andrew here. Follow us: Business Chef Website: http://www.businesschef.org LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chefshawnbucher/…
Published 09/16/19
Damon Burton is authentic and real. Listen in now to hear how even though he doesn’t have a lot of experience in food, he can teach us a lot about how to do business. Learn more about Damon here. Follow us: Business Chef Website: http://www.businesschef.org LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chefshawnbucher/ Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/MakeFoodMakeMoney/ Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/makefoodmakemoney/
Published 09/09/19
Listen in now as we continue our discussion with Rob Gebhardt about recruiting and retaining employees and how we can be “winning the war on talent.” Learn more about Rob here. Follow us: Business Chef Website: http://www.businesschef.org LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chefshawnbucher/ Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/MakeFoodMakeMoney/ Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/makefoodmakemoney/
Published 09/02/19
Our industry is struggling to find employees and retain them.  In this two part interview we will explore how this can be mitigated.  Our good friend Rob Gebhardt has some great points and ideas. Listen in now to see how we can utilize hospitality principles in other businesses as well. Learn more about Rob here.…
Published 08/26/19
Whether you like it or not, we are always promoting. In our increasingly connected world, being proactive in promoting your business or yourself is very important. Listen in as Becky Schilling, Editor in-chief at Food Management magazine tells us what publishers are looking for. Learn more about Becky here. Follow us: Business Chef Website: http://www.businesschef.org LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chefshawnbucher/…
Published 08/19/19
The spice industry is in need of disruption. Listen in as Tony Reed tells us how Spiceology is doing that. And more importantly, how they can do it for you! Learn more about Tony here. Follow us: Business Chef Website: http://www.businesschef.org LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chefshawnbucher/ Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/MakeFoodMakeMoney/ Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/makefoodmakemoney/
Published 08/12/19
Kitchen design tends to be driven by designers, architects and equipment dealers.  But what about operators?  The operator has to live in the space and operate everyday there, so shouldn’t they be the ones that drive the process?  The problem is, most operators don’t know much about it… Listen in now! This podcast is brought…
Published 08/05/19
Learn 5 marketing tips from the food marketing guru-Jim Matorin! Learn more about Jim here. This podcast is brought to you by http://www.Clicklease.com-go check them out now to see how you can purchase or replace any of your equipment immediately! Follow us: Business Chef Website: http://www.businesschef.org LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chefshawnbucher/ Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/MakeFoodMakeMoney/ Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/makefoodmakemoney/
Published 07/29/19