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Restaurant Ready

RESTAURANT READY: THE BLUEPRINT FOR SUCCESS IN THE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY Restaurant Ready is your backstage pass to the inner workings of the hospitality industry’s brightest stars. This podcast promises authentic discussions with the most influential chefs, restaurateurs, and food media experts. Award-winning chef, restaurateur, and cookbook author Matt Jennings, along with the MAJC team, helm this weekly podcast. In each episode, industry veterans sit down for candid conversations revealing the

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30:25

Kevin Gillespie on Why Building a Team Makes or...

Restaurant Ready ·

2025/04/01

Award-winning chef Kevin Gillespie discusses his background, accomplishments, and approach to running restaurants. He emphasizes the importance of recruiting the right team and creating a supportive and diverse work environment. Gillespie also shares his leadership style, which involves leading by example and fostering self-motivation and accountability. He acknowledges the challenges of the industry, such as rising costs and changing workplace dynamics, but remains committed to striving

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39:10

Ron McKinlay on Why Restaurants Better Up Their...

Restaurant Ready ·

2025/03/25

Chef Ron McKinlay discusses his culinary journey and the influence of his upbringing in Vancouver on his cooking style. He emphasizes the importance of using local and seasonal ingredients and incorporating nature into his dishes. Chef Ron also talks about his role as a mentor to young cooks and the challenges of leading a large kitchen. He shares his approach to social media and how it has helped market his restaurant and connect with other chefs and diners. In this conversation, Chef Ron

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36:24

Zach Field on Why Focus Is More Important Than Speed

Restaurant Ready ·

2025/03/18

Zach Field, founding partner of Field Artist Management, discusses his journey in the entertainment and culinary worlds and the challenges and changes in the hospitality industry. He emphasizes the importance of hospitality and service in the industry and the need to balance self-promotion with genuine care for others. Field also reflects on the impact of shows like Top Chef and Food Network on the industry and the shift towards personal platforms and individualism. He highlights the need

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52:22

Maria Mazon on The Danger of Diners Undervaluing Food

Restaurant Ready ·

2025/03/11

Maria Mazon is the executive chef and owner of Boca Tacos and Sona Bodega in Tucson, Arizona. Maria talks about her journey into the food world and the challenges she faces as a restaurant owner. She emphasizes the importance of using quality ingredients and educating customers about the true value of Mexican cuisine. Maria also discusses the costs of running a restaurant and the unique connection she has with her guests as the face of her brand. Maria Mazon discusses her journey from being

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34:49

Norman Van Aken on Saying 'No' as a Marketing Tool

Restaurant Ready ·

2025/03/04

Norman Van Aken is a celebrated chef and restaurateur known for introducing fusion into global cookery. He pioneered New World Cuisine, a fusion of Latin, Caribbean, Asian American, and African flavors. Van Aken's career has been decorated with awards and accolades, including being inducted into the James Beard Foundation list of who's who in American food and beverage. He has authored cookbooks and memoirs, and his namesake restaurant, Norman's, has been recognized as an outstanding

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41:42

Alex Stupak on Why Restaurants Need to Find the Right...

Restaurant Ready ·

2025/02/25

Alex Stupak is a chef and co-owner of the Empellón restaurant group in New York City. He has a unique approach to cooking that challenges traditional views of cuisine. He focuses on allowing all cuisines to explore and evolve, rather than being limited by tradition or authenticity. Alex has opened multiple restaurants under the Empellón brand, with a focus on Mexican cuisine. When this podcast was recorded Alex was in the process of opening a seafood restaurant called The Otter. Alex shares

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58:19

Karen Akunowicz on How Mundane Systems Help...

Restaurant Ready ·

2025/02/18

Chef Karen Akunowicz, a renowned chef and restaurateur, shares her passion for owning her own restaurant and the challenges she faced in making that dream a reality. Karen also talks about the importance of having a clear vision and a good business sense when starting a new venture. She emphasizes the value of having a supportive team and the role they played in the success of Fox and the Knife. Karen discusses the challenges of staffing and recruiting in the restaurant industry,

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45:14

Duff Goldman on Losing His Damn Ego

Restaurant Ready ·

2025/02/11

Duff Goldman isn’t just a baker—he’s a creative force, a rule-breaker, and a storyteller, all rolled into one. From the wild success of Ace of Cakes to mentoring the next generation of bakers on Kids Baking Championship, Duff has carved out a career that’s as sweet as it is inspiring. In this conversation, he pulls back the curtain on his journey, sharing the lessons he’s learned from designing and building jaw-dropping cakes to navigating partnerships and scaling his artistry to a

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