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As Executive Chefs, we tread a path that's far from hidden. Have you ever heard the phrase, “Managers live in glass houses.” Our actions, decisions, and the standards we set are under the constant gaze of our teams. Everybody is watching everything that we do as Executive Chefs. This visibility allows us to lead by example. So if there's a standard that we want to execute to then we have to live the standard and show the standard so that people can identify with it, see it in action, and understand that we're going to hold them accountable to it. A positive culture does not arise by chance. It is a reflection of our actions, our values, and our commitment to holding not just our teams but ourselves accountable to the highest standards. If you’re an Executive Chef ready to start becoming a more effective leader, send me a direct message saying INTERESTED for more details about my program, Beyond the Food: Mise en Place for The Executive Chef (Successfully Running your Culinary Operation So It’s NOT Running You).

3 top chef skills that can help any executive become a better leader

As Executive Chefs, we tread a path that's far from hidden. Have you ever heard the phrase, “Managers live in glass houses.” Our actions, decisions, and the standards we set are under the constant gaze of our teams. Everybody is watching everything that we do as Executive Chefs. This visibility allows us to lead by example. So if there's a standard that we want to execute to then we have to live the standard and show the standard so that people can identify with it, see it in action, and understand that we're going to hold them accountable to it. A positive culture does not arise by chance. It is a reflection of our actions, our values, and our commitment to holding not just our teams but ourselves accountable to the highest standards. If you’re an Executive Chef ready to start becoming a more effective leader, send me a direct message saying INTERESTED for more details about my program, Beyond the Food: Mise en Place for The Executive Chef (Successfully Running your Culinary Operation So It’s NOT Running You).

𝐘𝐞𝐬 𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐟 🫡 In the kitchen, "Yes, Chef!" is a phrase commonly used out of respect and acknowledgment. It's more than just confirming that you've heard an instruction, it reflects the kitchen's hierarchy and communication system. Saying "Yes, Chef!" signals: Respect for authority: The chef is in charge of the kitchen, and saying "Yes, Chef!" acknowledges their leadership. Clear communication: It confirms that you've understood the order and will carry it out immediately. Efficiency: In a fast-paced kitchen, it ensures quick, no-nonsense exchanges to keep everything running smoothly. Team discipline: It reinforces a structured and disciplined kitchen environment, where every team member knows their role and follows commands without hesitation. It helps maintain professionalism and ensures that the kitchen operates like a well-oiled machine. To all the chefs out there—your leadership, vision, and precision keep the kitchen alive. Here’s to the respect you command and deserve. And yes that’s the one and only chef Marco Pierre White 👨🍳 #leadership #teamwork #yeschef #foodandbeverage

Executive chefs who fail to execute effectively don’t hold their positions for long. If you’re an Executive Chef who’s ready to master execution at the highest level, send me a direct message. #legitconcepts #beyondthefood #miseenplace #execuitvechef #culinaryexcellence #execuitvecheflife #ExecutiveChef #culinaryLeadership #ExecutionMatters

Executive chefs who fail to execute effectively don’t hold their positions for long. If you’re an Executive Chef who’s ready to master execution at the highest level, send me a direct message. #legitconcepts #beyondthefood #miseenplace #execuitvechef #culinaryexcellence #execuitvecheflife #ExecutiveChef #culinaryLeadership #ExecutionMatters

Micromanaging: The Recipe for Disaster 🍳 Imagine hiring a world-class chef 🎩 to cook a delicious meal for your guests, but instead of letting them create, you dictate every ingredient, every chop, every stir 🤯. The meal will still be eaten, but it won't be the amazing dish it could have been 😐. Same with senior joiners! 🤝 Micromanaging suffocates their creativity and expertise, leading to mediocre results 📉. But, think of it like a cooking class 🍴: entry-level cooks need step-by-step guidance, while experienced chefs need freedom to innovate 🌟. Empower your team to thrive! 💪 #leadership #micromanaging #empowerment #teammanagement #coaching

Why Hiring for Attitude Beats Hiring for Skill! 💼 A skilled chef with a bad attitude can ruin your business, but someone with the right attitude can be trained to succeed. Build a team that believes in your vision and is eager to learn. #restaurantmanagement #hiringtips #teamwork #leadership #hospitality

To my fellow private chefs, 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗱𝗼 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗸𝗲𝘆 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁, 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗶𝘂𝗺 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁? Your insights are appreciated! Feel free to share in the comments below. 😊 privatechef.cc #theprivatechefpodcast #privateservice #privatechef #personalchef #yachtchef #wellnesschef #chef #sharingiscaring #premiumclient

The secret to delegating well in the restaurant biz? Empowerment. I've seen delegation go poorly 1 of 2 ways: 1. Task dumped on another person with little direction 2. Task micromanaged so tightly that there was no point Either way, you lose as their leader. You'll be disappointed in the result, or you'll spend the same time and energy and frustration if you'd just done it yourself. And then you stop delegating because it didn't work. So you end up even more overwhelmed and in the weeds. Lucky for you, there's a better way to delegate. A way that will give you: - more time to focus on strategy - more connection with your team - more energy to spend on your guests 🌿Read how to empower your team and delegate better in the restaurant biz here: https://lnkd.in/e3MHnawe #delegation #restaurants #restaurantindustry #restaurantmanager #restaurantowner #outoftheweedscollective