Episodes
Every city/county/state can potentialy have slightly different requirements to get started operating your food & beverage business. Here is how to research step 1.  Let me know what questions you have. I'm doing a mini series on this topic in August and I would love to help answer them, as long as it's not easily googleable ;-)  Make sure you're subscribed! Also, get the Above Average Service Book here: https://tinyurl.com/5n6224kt Follow me on IG @ hospitalityhackspro.
Published 07/24/23
This episode we chat about several topics: Ruth Chris and Red Lobster's new ownership, one of my favorite stocks, what I'm doing to make money during the summer and an update on the food trailer. Come on in, stay a while.  . . . Here is the link I promised you if you want to check out the article we take a look at: https://tinyurl.com/5e7muudp Also, get the Above Average Service Book here: https://tinyurl.com/5n6224kt Follow me on IG @ hospitalityhackspro. 
Published 07/17/23
Lab grown foods are a hot topic right now. Are you willing to try them? Tune into episdoe 41 for my thoughts on the matter.  Get the Above Average Service Book here: https://tinyurl.com/5n6224kt Follow me on IG @ hospitalityhackspro.  Subscribe to the YouTube channel today. 
Published 07/12/23
In this episode I share a few things I noticed/learned visiting Cuba. Get the Above Average Service Book here: https://tinyurl.com/5n6224kt Follow on IG @ hospitalityhackspro.  Follow the channel today.
Published 07/03/23
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Published 06/28/23
Join in the conversation as I chat with 23 year hotel hospitality professional Dylan Beaumont. He speaks on conquering fear, getting out of your comfort zone, independent vs. branded properties and other topics. If you're passing through Eugene Oregan make sure to stop by his Fairfield Inn for great service!
Published 06/20/23
How does physical attractiveness alter the guest experience? Does it help you make more money? Tune in, let's discuss. 
Published 06/13/23
Tour of our $10,000 mobile food trailer. In this episodeI share what the unit currently looks like and the upgrades I am looking to build onto the unit.  Get the Above Average Service Book here: https://tinyurl.com/5n6224kt Follow on YouTube for the video experience @ hospitalityhackspro.  Subscribe today.
Published 06/05/23
My argument = consistency and creativity can not be held in equal value in order for your operation to run smoothly. What are your thoughts? Get the Above Average Service Book here: https://tinyurl.com/5n6224kt Follow on IG @ hospitalityhackspro.  Subscribe today.
Published 05/30/23
Are you tracking your numbers to make predictions for next year? It's super important for staffing purposes, ordering/setting pars, and setting revnue goals. In this episode, I share one way to do this for free. Let me know your feedback.  . . . Get the Above Average Service Book here: https://tinyurl.com/5n6224kt Follow on IG @ hospitalityhackspro.  Subscribe today.
Published 05/24/23
Is your team assuming the sale when they talk to your guests daily or are they convincing them not to spend money with you? . . . Register for the mobile food & beverage quick start guide virtual webinar coming up soon on May 17. Check it out here: https://tinyurl.com/mujsnh2r Get the Above Average Service Book here: https://tinyurl.com/5n6224kt Follow on IG @ hospitalityhackspro.  Subscribe today.
Published 05/15/23
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Published 05/09/23
Register for the mobile food & beverage quick start guide virtual webinar coming up soon on May 17. Check it out here: https://tinyurl.com/mujsnh2r Get the Above Average Service Book here: https://tinyurl.com/5n6224kt Follow on IG @ hospitalityhackspro.  Subscribe today.
Published 05/02/23
Register for the mobile food & beverage quick start guide virtual webinar coming up soon on May 17. Check it out here: https://tinyurl.com/mujsnh2r Get the Above Average Service Book here: https://tinyurl.com/5n6224kt Follow on IG @ hospitalityhackspro.  Subscribe today.
Published 04/24/23
 Why wait? Here are my top 3 reasons to start your mobile food and beverage business right now. Webinar coming up soon to take a deeper dive. Check it out. https://tinyurl.com/mujsnh2r
Published 04/18/23
Last week the news came out that McDonalds closed it's US offices for several days to issue layoffs to hundreds of corporate employees including team members from the headquarters, field offices, marketing and operations departments.  It is being reported that the move is to make the company more efficient and there are still plans for future expansion.  Is Chat GPT and AI taking over the industry? Will robots be serving us our food? Watch the video for my two cents. 
Published 04/11/23
Thank you Kay for the suggestion to do a part II to episode 17. Here it is! Find a concentrated group of people. Serve them. Stay in contact. Soon they will be calling you for types of gigs. You won't be able to keep up.  Let me know your thoughts people. 
Published 04/03/23
Not sure where to start when costing a recipe? No worries, watch this video and then dive in. Let me know what questions you have in the comments.  You can't know how much to charge, unless you know how much you've spent. Otherwise, it's just an educated guess.
Published 03/28/23
My thoughts heading out of high school competition season. 
Published 03/24/23
Chime in, do you tip RideShare drivers? What about your nail tech? Who is deemed worthy of extra money and who isn't? Comment below. P.S. Happy birthday to me. Please like, and subscribe.
Published 03/07/23
Dive into this episode as I chat with Noriko Burgess about how to motivate young people to aspire for greatness and so much more!  About Mrs. Burgess: She is a high school culinary arts teacher in Charlotte, NC with 21 years of teaching experience. She has a Bachelor's degree is in Family and Consumer Science Education from Winthrop University and a Master's degree in Curriculum and Supervision from UNC-Charlotte. She and her husband Donald have been married for 20 years and have 2 daughters...
Published 02/21/23
No online ordering system yet? Need a quick hack to keep food orders organized and track sales? Use a google form. Thank me later.
Published 02/14/23
Let's talk about 5 ways to create a positive training environment. From the book Above Average Service. Out now on Amazon  https://www.amazon.com/Above-Average-Service-Unlock-Increase-Restaurant/dp/B0BGNKGTX4/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1NMBP6FYPIVYR&keywords=above+average+service+tasha+jackson&qid=1667262291&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIxLjQ4IiwicXNhIjoiMC4wMCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMDAifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=above+average+service+tasha+jackson%2Caps%2C91&sr=8-1
Published 02/07/23
Let's dig in and explore some of the recent changes in the food code by the Food and Drug Administration.  I'm curious to know your thoughts....
Published 01/31/23
If I was going to start a catering business day today here's what I'd do....(disclaimer: this is the quick and dirty version).  Interested in the book? Check it out here: https://www.amazon.com/Above-Average-Service-Unlock-Increase-Restaurant/dp/B0BGNKGTX4/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1NMBP6FYPIVYR&keywords=above+average+service+tasha+jackson&qid=1667262291&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIxLjQ4IiwicXNhIjoiMC4wMCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMDAifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=above+average+service+tasha+jackson%2Caps%2C91&sr=8-1
Published 01/24/23