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motivation

  • THE CRAFT OF COOKING

    Talent is a word that inspires some and scares away many more. The word artist falls into the same category. In both cases there is an assumption that you either have it or you don’t, that talent and artistic ability… Continue reading

  • THE SELF-MOTIVATED COOK – A TIMELESS MODEL

    In 1943 – Abraham Maslow published his theory of self-motivation in the form of a hierarchy of needs. Self-motivation is always the goal since no one else can do the job for you. Maslow’s theory focused on five sequential steps… Continue reading

  • “COOK FOR ME” – GIVE LINE COOKS A CHANCE TO SIGN THEIR WORK

    There is a tremendous amount of pride that is churning in professional kitchens. Every cook who is serious about their job is committed to making that picture perfect, properly prepared, and delicious food that is represented on a restaurant menu.… Continue reading

  • SORRY – THE CHEF CAN’T MOTIVATE YOU

    “The chef really needs to motivate me today”. How often have you heard this type of interplay in the kitchen? People have a tendency to relegate their performance, attitude, and outlook on their job to someone else. A restaurant employee… Continue reading

  • Chefs and Servers with Different Motivations

    When chefs and service staff are not on the same page the guest experience is confused and disjointed. When I have referenced the importance of team in the kitchen I am concerned that some might think that if that “culinary… Continue reading